By Mariana Alfaro · The Washington Post (c) 2024 More than 120 House Democrats have signed a letter asking President Joe Biden to urge the nation’s archivist to recognize the ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment by publishing theamendment first proposed 101 years ago – a move they believe would finally enshrine sex equality into the […]
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Over 120 House Democrats call on Biden to have Equal Rights Amendment ratified
By Mariana Alfaro · The Washington Post (c) 2024 More than 120 House Democrats have signed a letter asking President Joe Biden to urge the nation’s archivist to recognize the ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment by publishing theamendment first proposed 101 years ago – a move they believe would finally enshrine sex equality into the […]
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Building a Better Bernalillo
Town of Bernalillo officials hosted legislators on Dec. 4 at the Martha Liebert Public Library, spotlighting completed projects, plans, and key legislative and policy requests. Top priorities included funding for police recruitment and retention and water infrastructure. At the breakfast, Mayor Jack Torres outlined the town’s achievements and priorities for legislative support to State Reps. […]
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Coronado Historic Site and Martha Liebert Public Library Partner for Winter Solstice Story Time
Coronado Historic Site and the Martha Liebert Public Library are teaming up to offer a free Ranger Read and Learn story time Dec. 21st, from 10-11 a.m. The event will feature a reading of The Shortest Day by Susan Cooper, followed by a winter solstice-inspired craft activity led by a park ranger. This event is […]
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New Mexico Conference of Catholic Bishops Call for Humane Treatment of Immigrants and Immigration Reform
Submitted by the New Mexico Conference of Catholic Bishops Immigration has become a top issue of concern for many Americans, including Catholics, engendering strong emotions on both sides of the immigration debate. Despite the nation’s long, and primarily positive, experience with newcomers, in which we have welcomed people to our shores for generations, immigration remains […]
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New Mexico Conference of Catholic Bishops Call for Humane Treatment of Immigrants and Immigration Reform
Submitted by the New Mexico Conference of Catholic Bishops Immigration has become a top issue of concern for many Americans, including Catholics, engendering strong emotions on both sides of the immigration debate. Despite the nation’s long, and primarily positive, experience with newcomers, in which we have welcomed people to our shores for generations, immigration remains […]
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Christian Stewardship in Action: How Solar Power Sustains Our Church and Mission
Submitted by Bruce Hunn As faith leaders, we carry the responsibility not only to guide our congregation spiritually, but to care for creation and to be good stewards of church resources provided by our Creator. It’s a delicate balance—making sure the lights stay on, while ensuring every dollar is spent with purpose. A couple of […]
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Brady Giglio Laws – What are they? What is their impact?
Submitted by Barbara Romo, 13th Judicial District Attorney of New Mexico Recently we have found ourselves facing a situation in which a law enforcement officer in one of our counties described a situation in court which could affect the outcome of the case, which was not truthful, a violation of Brady Giglio Laws. Law enforcement […]
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Listening, Healing and Supporting
Sheila Malmo, the first chaplain of the Bernalillo Fire Department, offers spiritual and emotional support to first responders in Sandoval County, helping those who dedicate themselves to ensuring the safety and well-being of the community. Malmo, who also serves as chaplain for Sandoval County and Rio Rancho Fire and Rescue Departments, points out that her […]
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Health Yeah! Mobile Health Unit Offers Limited Service Over the Holidays
The Bernalillo County School-Based Mobile Health Clinic, Health Yeah!, will offer limited free health services to the community over the holiday break. The Mobile Health Unit will provide services at Los Vecinos Community Center on Dec. 23, 26 and 27. The following week services will be provided at Westside Community Center on Dec. 30 and […]