Youth urged to pursue agriculture amid aging farming ranks
Advocates across New Mexico Arizona Texas and California urge students to consider farming careers as aging farmers rise. Officials cite research showing many farmers are over 65 and warn of a 70 percent rise in food demand by 2050.
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Adair Exits New Mexico Senate Amid Redistricting
State Senator Rod Adair announces he will not seek re election after a court ordered redistricting pits him against Senator William Burt in the new district. Burt faces Democrat Stephanie Dubois in the GOP primary with Adair praising the move as serving the party and region. Martinez credits Adair with advocating lower taxes and conservative governance as he departs after one term representing Chaves Lincoln and North Eddy County constituents.
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Redistricting Costs Rise as Legal Battles Continue
Lawyers defend actions after the 2010 Census amid ongoing redistricting battles. Wertheim notes thousands of hours of work to ensure fair representation for growing areas like Albuquerque’s West Side. Legislative spending on redistricting through January totals about $909,000 for Research & Polling and over $725,000 for lawyers. Hall schedules a hearing on the governor’s request for April 20.
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McGruff visits to change kids views of police
APD public relations officer explains McGruff the Crime Dog visit to foster trust with children. Alexandria Aranda notes the activity aids creative learning as kids engage with costumes and role play. Officer Armigo says visits show police are approachable and ready to help.
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STOCK Act aims to curb trading by public officials
Obama defends STOCK Act as a rule for all and calls out unequal standards for the powerful. The bill requires public online disclosure of transactions over 1000 within 30 to 45 days, aims to lift ethics transparency, and faces Senate access hurdles. The law targets lawmakers governors and fiduciaries amid low national approval of Congress. Spencer Bachus is reviewed by the Office of Congressional Ethics for trading activity during the 2008 crisis.
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