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Mistake in the Lake: Record ‘forever chemicals’ levels at lake

Alamogordo · Alamogordo

Mistake in the Lake: Record ‘forever chemicals’ levels at lake

100% Center coverage: 4 sources

By Jason McNabb Click here for updates on this story ALAMOGORDO, New Mexico (KVIA) — From a distance, Holloman Lake looks like a nice spot to park an RV, go camping, and enjoy the water. But once one gets a whiff of the air, which faintly smells of rotten eggs, and gets close enough to see the yellow-ish color of the water, it’s clear that getting in might be a bad idea. “Somebody might go swimming in the lake, somebody’s dogs might come dow…See the Story

Just what constitutes good public policy?

Alamogordo · Alamogordo

Just what constitutes good public policy?

100% Left coverage: 2 sources

Good public policy occurs when you deploy law through legislation to the people to govern themselves and their families as they so desire, providing a safe community, fair laws, and the opportunity to thrive to the best of their ability.See the Story

‘With Many Hands,’ Otero County residents address food insecurity

Alamogordo · Alamogordo

‘With Many Hands,’ Otero County residents address food insecurity

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

Community work day at the Maryland Avenue Garden in Alamogordo. (Photo courtesy Courtney McCary Squyres)When Courtney McCary-Squyres started noticing the lack of fresh fruits and vegetables at the market and on the store shelves in Alamogordo during the COVID-19 pandemic, she said she decided to take action. McCary-Squyres is a lead organizer with the non-profit With Many Hands, an organization developed out of the Addition Collective Action Fun…See the Story

Holloman Air Force Base · Holloman Air Force Base

Holloman unveils First Term Officer Course

New officers serving in their first year of duty received career and resource advice during the new First Term Officer Course, Feb. 3-4, 2025.See the Story

Alamogordo · Alamogordo

Florida Avenue closed for repairs – Alamogordo Daily News

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

Staff reports The 1200 block of Florida Avenue between 12th and 13th streets was be temporarily closed Tuesday amid asphalt patch repair work. Detour signs… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now CloseSee the Story

Alamogordo · Alamogordo

Alamogordo wrestlers compete in regionals – Alamogordo Daily News

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

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Alamogordo · Alamogordo

FREE fear of falling program available – Alamogordo Daily News

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

From staff reports:If you are having concerns about falling, the Otero Cooperative Extension Services and NMDOH is offering a FREE program designed to work with… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now CloseSee the Story

Measles · Alamogordo

Lea County measles outbreak puts New Mexico on alert - Carlsbad Current-Argus

100% Left coverage: 2 sources

Adrian Hedden Carlsbad Current-Argus Two adults were reportedly infected with measles in Lea County, as state health officials said the virus could have been transmitted… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close The post Lea County measles outbreak puts New Mexico on alert appeared first on Carlsbad Current-Argus.See the Story

Alamogordo · Alamogordo

Commissioners fear land grab in federal power transmission project – Alamogordo Daily News

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

Adrian Hedden El Rito Media News achedden@currentargus.com Eddy County Commissioners said landowner rights in the county would be violated if a federal project moves forward… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now CloseSee the Story

Alamogordo · Alamogordo

EDDIE DOMINGUEZ – Alamogordo Daily News

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

Eddie Dominguez, 83, passed away on January 22, 2025, in Alamogordo, New Mexico. He was born on December 2, 1941, in Alamogordo, New Mexico to Dee D and Mary (Dominguez) Abeyta. Eddie served in the US Navy on the USS George Eastman and the USS Arlington. He retired from Alamogordo Public Schools. Eddie enjoyed music, dancing, driving his big rig, playing video games with his grandson, and playing Pool at his local pool hall. He was always ready …See the Story

Alamogordo · Alamogordo

CAP promotes squadron member – Alamogordo Daily News

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

By Laurel BerryFor the Alamogordo News The Alamogordo Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol (CAP) met Tuesday night, Feb. 4, to promote Madison Ethridge… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now CloseSee the Story