New Mexico Secretary Highlights AR Agriculture Growth and History
New Mexico Secretary of Agriculture Jeff Witte spoke at the Roswell-Chaves County Economic Development Corp meeting about state farming’s $3 billion market value and $14 billion economic impact. He traced agri culture roots from ancient irrigation to modern advanced systems and cited 2017 stats for cattle, sheep, crops, and milk output. He noted Chaves County as a leading producer, especially in milk, supporting the broader industry.
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Windy conditions fuel Pine Lodge wildfire near Lincoln National Forest
The Pine Lodge fire, first found June 19, expanded to 12,484 acres five miles northwest of Arabella as high winds and lower humidity drive active flames. Firefighters battle grows, establishing dozer lines, conducting burnout operations, and spiking crews to protect structures with containment at 5 percent.
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Tobosa to launch Step By Step Brick by Brick fundraiser
Tobosa Developmental Services will start a fundraising campaign on July 1 to build a children s campus for its programs. Donors can buy a brick for 50 dollars, a granite tile for 100 dollars, or a bench for 600 dollars via Tobosa or Los Pasitos sites or by the Tobosa office at 110 E Summit St. Proceeds fund campus construction and program relocations to consolidate Tobosa and Los Pasitos facilities, aiding families of children birth to three with developmental delays.
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Senate approves 4.6 billion border aid package
The Senate backed a bipartisan 4.6 billion measure to aid migrants at the southern border in an 84 to 8 vote. House Democrats weigh a companion bill with a veto threat and seek quick talks to merge the two versions before sending to Trump. Pelosi rejects immediate Senate approval without changes.
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