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Wednesday, April 2, 2025

News from August 2020

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Townsend disagrees with Supreme Court ruling on public health order violations

By Kasey Schefflin-Emrich | Aug 13, 2020

Rep. Jim Townsend (R-Artesia) asserts that the New Mexico Legislature’s authority has been undermined with the Supreme Court’s recent decision allowing Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham to issue businesses fines of $5,000 for public health order violations.

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Grisham reduces funding to local governments not complying with guidelines

By Elle Johnson | Aug 13, 2020

New Mexico House GOP leaders are calling out Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham for unfairness in COVID-19 relief with CARES Act funding.

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GOVERNOR MICHELLE LUJAN GRISHAM: NMDWS Releases New Mexico Economic Impact Survey Results

By Press release submission | Aug 10, 2020

From July 30-August 4 the New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions (NMDWS) asked participants in the Unemployment Insurance system to complete a New Mexico Economic Impact survey.

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GOVERNOR MICHELLE LUJAN GRISHAM: Updated New Mexico COVID-19 cases: Now at 21,965

By Press release submission | Aug 10, 2020

New Mexico state health officials on Friday announced 197 additional COVID-19 cases.

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BERNALILLO COUNTY: Patio Grant Applications Complete

By Press release submission | Aug 9, 2020

The Bernalillo County Economic Development Department received 39 patio grant applications designed to offer gap funding for restaurants, outside the city limits of Albuquerque, who operate outdoor dining facilities.

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CITY OF CLOVIS: Trail Fest Canceled

By Press release submission | Aug 9, 2020

We are disappointed to announce the cancellation of Clovis Trail Fest 2020, scheduled for October 10th, as current health conditions do not allow for large gatherings.

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CITY OF LAS CRUCES: City of Las Cruces and LiftFund Partner to Aid Small Businesses Navigate and Thrive

By Press release submission | Aug 9, 2020

The City of Las Cruces and LiftFund have partnered to develop a relief support program that includes business counseling and workshops available to small business owners impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Pearce accuses Grisham of providing 'no leadership'

By Michael Pineda | Aug 5, 2020

A press conference run amok with political overtones left Republican Party of New Mexico Chairman Steve Pearce steamed with the leadership of Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham.

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New Mexico seeks stimulus funding as federal deficit continues to rise

By Michael Pineda | Aug 5, 2020

All eyes are on Washington D.C. as legislators and the White House hammer out details for the next stimulus package that states like New Mexico hope will provide economic relief.

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GOVERNOR MICHELLE LUJAN GRISHAM: State applies for federal restaurant assistance through EBT program

By Press release submission | Aug 3, 2020

The New Mexico Human Services Department has applied for federal approval to implement the Restaurant Meals Plan (RMP) as a means of continuing state assistance to businesses that have been impacted by the economic crisis sparked by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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GOVERNOR MICHELLE LUJAN GRISHAM: No-Interest LEDA Loan Program Helps Maintain 162 Jobs

By Press release submission | Aug 3, 2020

The State of New Mexico has approved another round of no-interest loans from its LEDA fund to four Albuquerque companies that will use the money to maintain manufacturing operations through the COVID-19 health emergency, Economic Development Department Cabinet Secretary Alicia J. Keyes announced.

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BERNALILLO COUNTY: S&T Releases Solicitation to Address Emerging Covid-19 Response Needs and Mitigation

By Press release submission | Aug 2, 2020

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) is seeking groundbreaking solutions to address current and future operational needs.

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CITY OF SANTA FE: Municipal Courthouse closed through August 11, 2020

By Press release submission | Aug 2, 2020

Hearings will be conducted telephonically. In an abundance of caution, the Santa Fe Municipal Courthouse will be closed starting Tuesday, July 27, 2020 for fourteen (14) days as a court employee has tested positive for COVID-19.

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CITY OF ALBUQUERQUE: City Announces Initial Outdoor Dining Grant Awardees

By Press release submission | Aug 2, 2020

In the midst of a global pandemic that led to state restrictions on indoor dining, the City of Albuquerque has developed creative ways to help local businesses stay afloat through these tough economic times.