New data from the US Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Economic Analysis shows the outdoor recreation sector’s growing impact on the national and local economy. Nationally, BEA reports outdoor recreation generates $1.1 trillion in economic output—2.2% of the gross domestic product—4.98 million jobs and comprises 3.2% of US employees. According to the state, New Mexico’s […]
Author Archives: Pat Davis
Pat Davis is the founder and publisher of nm.news. In a prior life he served as an Albuquerque City Councilor.
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Independent Community Briefs
Holiday Ornament Decorating Does your Christmas tree need some new ornaments? Take some time out of your day on Dec. 2 to decorate a festive holiday ornament. Make an ornament for yourself or a friend at the Edgewood Community Library’s Tree. All supplies will be provided for decorating. Decorating will take place on Dec. 2 […]
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Police Seek Masked Marijuana Marauder
A masked burglar broke into the Verve Health Shop and Dispensary in Edgewood on November 11 taking an undisclosed amount of products. Police say surveillance cameras captured the offender entering and leaving the area on foot and they are seeking the public’s help in identifying the bandit. If you have any information please call Edgewood […]
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Wild Hearts Gallery Hosts Exhibit to Benefit the Placitas Volunteer Fire Brigade
Sandy and Michael Kadisak’s ceramics: From enchanted forests to spirited pottery, discover unique artistry in every piece.
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Local Workers See Wages Outpace Inflation
Most local working families are taking home a little more money this year. In Torrance County, those wage increases have even outpaced inflation. At least that is what payroll data from the the county’s 362 employers shows. The average weekly wage in Torrance County rose above $1,000 per week for the first time in July […]
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Local Workers See Wages Outpace Inflation
Most local working families are taking home a little more money this year. In Torrance County, those wage increases have even outpaced inflation. At least that is what payroll data from the the county’s 362 employers shows. The average weekly wage in Torrance County rose above $1,000 per week for the first time in July […]
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Local Workers See Wages Outpace Inflation
Most local working families are taking home a little more money this year. In Torrance County, those wage increases have even outpaced inflation. At least that is what payroll data from the the county’s 362 employers shows. The average weekly wage in Torrance County rose above $1,000 per week for the first time in July […]
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New Deputies, Officer Hit the Streets
Local law enforcement agencies welcomed three new peace officers this week. The Torrance County Sheriff’s Department grew by 2 new deputies and the Edgewood Police Department added one new officer. Officer Brown and Deputies Cervantes and Long graduated from the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy Class #206 in Santa Fe on November 22 after completing […]
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New Deputies, Officer Hit the Streets
Local law enforcement agencies welcomed three new peace officers this week. The Torrance County Sheriff’s Department grew by 2 new deputies and the Edgewood Police Department added one new officer. Officer Brown and Deputies Cervantes and Long graduated from the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy Class #206 in Santa Fe on November 22 after completing […]
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New Deputies, Officer Hit the Streets
Local law enforcement agencies welcomed three new peace officers this week. The Torrance County Sheriff’s Department grew by 2 new deputies and the Edgewood Police Department added one new officer. Officer Brown and Deputies Cervantes and Long graduated from the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy Class #206 in Santa Fe on November 22 after completing […]