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News from March 2024

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ABQ BioPark Zoo Celebrates Great Apes with Annual Great Ape-ril Event

By ABQ Times | Mar 29, 2024

The ABQ BioPark Zoo is gearing up to celebrate Great Ape-ril, an annual event dedicated to raising awareness and funds for great apes conservation. Since 2016, the zoo has been hosting Great Ape-ril, which focuses on species such as gorillas, orangutans, chimpanzees, and humans, raising over $45,000 for great ape conservation so far."Great Ape-ril is all about helping our guests make connections with great apes," said Josephine Frentzel, assistant curator of primates. "We get to spend every day with these amazing animals, and this event helps us bring you a little closer,...

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San Diego County had 22 fewer active licenses to practice law in February than previous month

By ABQ Times | Mar 28, 2024

There were 22 fewer active legal licenses in San Diego County in February compared to the previous month, according to the State Bar of New Mexico.

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There were 4 fewer active legal licenses in Philadelphia County in February than previous month

By ABQ Times | Mar 28, 2024

There were four fewer active legal licenses in Philadelphia County in February compared to the previous month, according to the State Bar of New Mexico.

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3 fewer lawyers with active licenses to practice in Quay County in February than previous month

By ABQ Times | Mar 28, 2024

There were three fewer active legal licenses in Quay County in February compared to the previous month, according to the State Bar of New Mexico.

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Otero County: 32 lawyers with active licenses to practice law as of February

By ABQ Times | Mar 28, 2024

There were 32 lawyers with active licenses to practice in Otero County as of February, according to the State Bar of New Mexico.

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Architecture student wins 2023 MBMA Design Competition Award

By ABQ Times | Mar 28, 2024

Architecture student Ian Tibbetts from the University of New Mexico School of Architecture + Planning has emerged as the winner of the 2023 Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) Student Design Competition. His project, Harmony Nature Center, which focuses on the balance between nature, agriculture, and urbanization along the Rio Grande River, secured him first place in the graduate division.Tibbetts expressed his gratitude for the recognition, stating, "I am honored that I was selected for this award. The inspiration for the Harmony Nature Center is rooted in...

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UNM Chemical Engineer Contributes to $36.3 Million Clean-Energy Projects

By ABQ Times | Mar 28, 2024

A researcher from The University of New Mexico's Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Jamie Gomez, is part of a team that has secured $36.3 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Energy for clean-energy projects. Gomez is involved in OxEon’s project focused on advancing electrolysis technologies to improve manufacturing and recycling capabilities for clean hydrogen systems and components.According to Gomez, "Techno-economic analysis is crucial for the advancement of early and very early-stage engineering projects, especially those that aim for...

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San Juan County: 44 fewer active licenses to practice law in February than previous month

By ABQ Times | Mar 28, 2024

There were 44 fewer active legal licenses in San Juan County in February compared to the previous month, according to the State Bar of New Mexico.

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There were seven active legal licenses in Quay County as of February

By ABQ Times | Mar 28, 2024

There were seven lawyers with active licenses to practice in Quay County as of February, according to the State Bar of New Mexico.

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How many companies in cities in Bernalillo County received FDA inspections in 2023?

By ABQ Times | Mar 28, 2024

There were 17 companies in a city associated with Bernalillo County that received 19 FDA inspections in 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Middle Rio Grande Housing Collaborative Aims to Address Affordable Housing Crisis

By ABQ Times | Mar 28, 2024

The Middle Rio Grande Housing Collaborative (MRGHC) recently held its first meeting, marking an important step in addressing the pressing need for affordable housing in the region. The collaborative, established through a Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) between the city and county, aims to tackle the housing crisis by implementing strategic initiatives outlined in the agreement.The MRGHC, comprised of members including Talia Freedman, Dan Majewski, Serge Martinez, and Lawrence Rael, convened on Thursday, March 28th at the Mid Region Council of Governments to kick off their...

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Our Doctors’ Stories

By ABQ Times | Mar 28, 2024

Doctors at The University of New Mexico Health System shared their personal stories and experiences in honor of Doctors’ Day, shedding light on the dedication and passion they bring to their work.Dr. Miranda Aragon, an assistant professor and associate residency program director in Family Medicine at UNM Hospital, emphasized the importance of serving patients in all stages of life. She shared, “I get to take care of newborn babies, and I get to take care of people who are dying, who are much older and have lived really beautiful lives, and are near the end of their life.”...

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There were 21 lawyers with active licenses to practice in Mc Kinley County as of February

By ABQ Times | Mar 27, 2024

There were 21 lawyers with active licenses to practice in Mc Kinley County as of February, according to the State Bar of New Mexico.

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Otero County: 21 fewer active licenses to practice law in February than previous month

By ABQ Times | Mar 27, 2024

There were 21 fewer active legal licenses in Otero County in February compared to the previous month, according to the State Bar of New Mexico.

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Orleans County had one lawyer with active license to practice law as of February

By ABQ Times | Mar 27, 2024

There was one lawyer with an active license to practice in Orleans County as of February, according to the State Bar of New Mexico.

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There was 1 less active legal license in Mecklenburg County in February than previous month

By ABQ Times | Mar 27, 2024

There was one less active legal license in Mecklenburg County in February compared to the previous month, according to the State Bar of New Mexico.

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Orleans County had an Unchanged number of active licenses to practice law in February compared to the previous month

By ABQ Times | Mar 27, 2024

There was an unchanged number of active legal licenses in Orleans County in February compared to the previous month, according to the State Bar of New Mexico.

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City Hall Hosts Employee Art Exhibition

By ABQ Times | Mar 27, 2024

The City of Albuquerque's Department of Arts & Culture and the Public Art Urban Enhancement Division recently celebrated the grand opening of Gallery One at City Hall, showcasing the creative works of city employees. The 2024 Employee Art Exhibit features artwork from seventy-one employees representing every City department, using a variety of methods and media such as glass, sculpture, embroidery, painting, drawing, and photography.Mayor Tim Keller expressed the significance of the exhibition, stating, "Albuquerque is a place that values its thriving artistic spirit....

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Initiative in New Mexico Aims to Empower Indigenous Communities through Data Sovereignty

By ABQ Times | Mar 27, 2024

A transformative initiative led by a team at The University of New Mexico is working to ensure that the real stories of Indigenous communities in New Mexico are accurately represented. The Tribal Data Champions (TDC) Fellowship is a yearlong training program designed to empower Indigenous people in New Mexico by enhancing their skills and knowledge in data, evaluation, and research.Rebecca Rae from the UNM College of Population Health emphasized the community-driven approach of the TDC Fellowship, stating, "We're not just teaching methods; we're also fostering a...

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UNM Symphony Orchestra to Perform Special Concert at Popejoy

By ABQ Times | Mar 27, 2024

The University of New Mexico Symphony Orchestra is set to present a special performance at Popejoy Hall on the UNM campus on Thursday, March 28, at 7:30 p.m.According to the event details, the orchestra, comprised of top music students in New Mexico, will be under the direction of U.S. Army Col. Jim Keene, a distinguished UNM alumni retiring from a 30-year career in the U.S. Army, notably leading the Grammy Award-winning U.S. Army Field Band.One of the highlights of the concert will be a performance by UNM horn professor Michael Walker of composer Dana Wilson’s Concerto...