New Mexico
New Mexico hosting birding contest in 2026
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish is hosting its first-ever birding contest, open to all skill levels, running throughout 2026.
Curt Coffman from the department said, “New Mexico is number four in the nation for the number of bird species we have identified over 550 birds in this state.”
The contest, called the 2026 New Mexico Birding Big Year, began on Jan. 1. Participants can register online until April and must use the eBird app to log their sightings.
“Whether you’re a beginner or you are a seasoned, advanced birder. This is a contest for anybody,” Coffman said.
Coffman shared that someone has already spotted over 200 species in less than two weeks. The grand prize is still being determined, but the contest aims to encourage exploration of New Mexico.
Coffman mentioned that in Albuquerque alone, one could identify 50 to 100 species.
For details on how to join the contest, click here.
The state is warning about signs of abuse, such as unexplained injuries and sudden changes in behavior, like withdrawing from social activities.
SANTA FE, N.M. — So far in 2026, New Mexico has received 18,000 reports of elder abuse and Adult Protective Services warns there could be many more unreported cases.
The abuse can include neglect, exploitation or even scamming. If you suspect someone may be a victim of abuse, call Adult Protective Services at 1-866-654-3219.
The signs to look for include unexplained injuries, sudden changes in behavior or unusual banking activity. You could also notice them withdrawing from social activities or communication and being fearful around caregivers.
Edgewood commissioners approved tax funding for fire and emergency medical services, ending weeks of uncertainty over whether the town would keep coverage.
EDGEWOOD, N.M. – Edgewood commissioners approved tax funding for fire and emergency medical services, ending weeks of uncertainty over whether the town would keep coverage.
At Tuesday night’s town hall, commissioners unanimously approved using gross receipts tax revenue to pay the town’s share of the joint powers agreement with the Santa Fe County Fire Department.
The town’s former deal with Santa Fe County was set to expire after June 30.
The vote followed weeks of questions about whether the small mountain town would continue to have fire and emergency medical services.
Commissioners took action after back and forth between the town and county over the agreement.
At one point, some people in Edgewood signed a petition to disincorporate the town.
The vote gives residents an answer on how the town plans to keep those services in place.
SAN JUAN COUNTY, N.M. — Firefighters have contained a fire in San Juan County to 2 acres after it prompted evacuations around 13 miles north of Farmington.
Crews contained the fire to around 2 acres on New Mexico Highway 170, just north of Road 1424. The San Juan County Sheriff’s Office closed the highway while crews flow water to the scene.
San Juan County Fire and Rescue stated there is “a lot of debris” on fire that will continue to burn. There are also power lines down in the area, which will likely close the highway for “an extended period of time.”
They’re asking people to avoid the area and find a way around as evacuations are in place.
According to San Juan County, firefighters are responding with structure fire and wildfire resources. Further details are limited at this time.
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