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N.M. counties receiving PILT payments: Bernalillo - $127,837 Catron - $330,010 Chaves - $1,718,133 Cibola - $1,117,504 Colfax - $99,430 De Baca - $58,635 Doa Ana - $1,703,334 Eddy - $1,906,665 Grant - ...

I thought I might mention the summer solstice this Friday, but I came across a much more interesting article on an important historical event of June 20.

In 1782, Congress adopted the Great Seal of the United States. The seal is used to authenticate certain documents issued by the federal government.

The main figure on the front of the seal is the coat of arms of the U.S. The 1782 resolution adopting the seal describes the image on the reverse as an unfinished pyramid.

In honor of the fact that there were originally 13 states in the Union, items consisting of that number are common motifs in the seal.

Type 1 fire restrictions currently exist on Forest Service lands and, effective today, fire restrictions on state and private lands will be instituted.

New Mexico's departments of Cultural Affairs and Tourism have partnered with Travelocity to market and sell the New Mexico CulturePass, which can save tourists money on visits to the state's museums and ... via New Mexico Business Weekly

Barbara L. Blake, 47, of 507 Oregon Ave., was arrested pursuant to a New Mexico Corrections Department warrant for parole/probation violations. via Alamogordo Daily News

“We didn't feel like our arguments were looked at at all”

Santa Fe Complaint alleges wall does not meet inclusion criteria The months-long fight over the wall surrounding the historic Luna Mansion is set to move into the courts soon now that the Village of Los Lunas ... via Valencia County News

Professor discusses teaching in Middle East For six years Western New Mexico University Biology Professor Jeffrey Hill lived and taught at the first all female college, Zayed University, in the United Arab ... via Silver City Sun-News

“He was just so nice, happy, and easy going. You know, cheerful, a cheerful guy.”

Two people die in airport crash in Benson Tragedy strikes the small community of Benson, following a deadly plane crash. via KVOA-TV Tucson

Sorry Charlie Day

I absolutely hate April Fools Day. So I like to look at other holidays that are obscure in the month of April. I found a good one in my search, April 6 each year is one I have never heard of, it is named; "Sorry Charlie Day." It may sound bad, but it is actually a day for those of us who have survived.

Have you ever been rejected for anything? Come on, sure you have! Sorry to say this, but we really need to admit that, that's life. "Sorry Charlie Day" is for all of us who have been spurned and yet somehow we have survived it. Take a minute Sunday and reflect upon a past dejection. Then, smile with the realization that it happens to all of us. We are tougher than we give ourselves credit for. Extensive research on this day has come up with no substantial information around the history of how this day began. It is a day that e-cards have taken advantage of on the Internet and hopefully you can stand stronger and enjoy it and share it. Read more

Two people who were killed late Wednesday when their small plane crashed during a landing attempt in Benson have been identified as a local man and a New Mexico resident. via Las Cruces Sun-News

“I worked for the city for 33 years and I wanted to be around people and just help out.”

Mimbres Memorial Hospital Auxiliary volunteers take time out of their busy day to look at photos at the local hospital. via Deming Headlight

“The condition (of gold and silver) means nothing. I do not pay extra for pretty, but I do not discount for ugly”

Louis Fogleman's wife, Linda, said her husband will buy anything. He proved her right when he bought two giant pieces of "petrified dinosaur dung." Fogleman is a collector. via Farmington Daily Times

“In the spring, at the end of the day, you should smell like dirt.”

Beauty of the Sunrise

There is a beauty in the spring sunrise here in Luna that is indescribable. The days are beginning to warm up, while the nights are still crisp and a little icy. The morning sky lights up with warm red and orange that embraces you silhouetting the pines. It is a sight that makes turning off the alarm and taking a deep breath to face the day so much easier.  

Luna Valley 4-H

The Luna Valley 4-H will host The Great American Bake Sale and annual rabies clinic at 3:30 p.m. Friday, April 11, at the Luna Firehouse. Proceeds from this fundraiser will go to help feed needy children across America. Rabies immunization is important since rabid animals have been found in Catron County. This is a great service the Arenas Valley Veterinarian Clinic provides us. Read more

The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish has scheduled statewide Habitat Stamp Citizen's Advisory Committee meetings for 2008. via Carlsbad Current-Argus

“Some in the news business think it compromises our objectivity as journalists to set ourselves up as players on matters of public policy even in a cause as just and as close to our hearts as open government”

Players dispute script for mock emergency New Mexico Environment Secretary Ron Curry announced Wednesday his continued support for a specific emergency preparedness exercise set in Los Alamos, despite recent ... via Los Alamos Monitor

“We've received a project agreement from Project Safety”

If you get stopped by the Deming Police or Luna County Sheriff's Deputy, please smile. via Deming Headlight

Contact: Lieutenant Rick Anglada Public Information Officer Pgr. 939-6830 For Immediate Release State Police Seek The Public's Assistance in Death Investigation Santa Rosa: State Police are investigating the ... via Dps.nm.org

Environment Secretary Issues Statement on EPA's New Ozone Standard Standard Could Negatively Affect Health of Residents across New Mexico and U.S. New Mexico Environment Department Secretary Ron Curry issued ... via New Mexico Environment Department

“In Plain Sight", "The Burning Plain", "Tennessee", "Husband For Hire", "Wild Hogs", "Carriers”

This workshop will concentrate on scene work & monologues with special emphasis on FINE TUNING your AUDITION for FILM . via City of Albuquerque

Cecil Wayne Kreidler, 64, of Farmington passed away Tuesday, March 4, 2008, at his home surrounded by his family. via Farmington Daily Times