New Mexico
Lawsuit filed over paid time off for New Mexico judicial employees
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The New Mexico court system is suing the state over what it claims is interference with how it pays its own employees. The Administrative Office of the Courts said the state is illegally meddling in the way judicial employees are paid for time off, enforcing restrictions on when workers can use leave, and not allowing it to roll over year after year.
New Mexico Game and Fish Department offering free beginner fishing class
They said the courts should be able to make those decisions. “We think we tried hard to talk this through with DFA and work through our concerns and their’s. But unfortunately, that didn’t work and it didn’t leave us other options,” said Director Karl Reifsteck, Adminsitrative Office of the Courts.
The Department of Finance and Administration said AOC’s policy is illegal and that it is the state’s job to oversee that spending.
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New Mexico
Rail Yards Market showcases New Mexico’s indigenous culture
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Rail Yards Market celebrated the state’s rich indigenous culture and history over the weekend through artistry, food, and craftsmanship. Some of the many attractions included a variety of southwestern jewelry pieces, handmade leather goods, as well as contemporary beadwork and artwork showcasing centuries-old traditions.
The Ry-Dale Largo Dance Group also performed traditional Navajo dancing styles. “I think it’s really important for everybody to get out and mingle and sit next to each other and create art. It really forms a sense of community, and it’s nice to just sit and create with people next to you that just really enjoy doing art,” said Lisa Richards, beading instructor.
Organizers say the Rail Yards Market sits on Tiwa land, emphasizing their pride in uplifting indigenous voices through their vendors and partners.
New Mexico
Valencia County first responders busy with UTV crashes
VALENCIA COUNTY, N.M. – Valencia County Fire Department responded to a serious UTV crash after two people suffered major injuries in the Rio Puerco area.
The Valencia County Fire Department one patient was flown to the hospital with critical injuries. A second patient went by ambulance with serious injuries.
The fire department said this was the second serious ATV or UTV crash its crews handled that day.
Earlier in the day, units responded to an ATV crash that sent two children to the hospital with multiple traumatic injuries.
The fire department urged riders to wear helmets, stay off roadways and make sure children do not operate ATV or UTV vehicles without supervision.
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