Community Spotlight

COMMUNITY FEATURE: Casa Fortaleza: “For a Society Free of Sexual Violence”

In July, Brant One did our community spotlight on two individuals from a local advocacy center, Casa Fortaleza. In August, I was able to...

July Community Spotlight: Marian Mendez Cera and Diego Salcido Morales

In our ongoing effort to focus on community and local stories in New Mexico, Brant One is continuing our series to highlight Community Leaders...

May Community Leader Spotlight: Ralph Adkins

This month, Brant One wants to put a community spotlight on a local teacher and inspiration who is retiring from his long beloved position...

Student Directed Sondheim at Albuquerque High School

Last week at Albuquerque High School, the Performing Arts Center (PAC) was full of an audience, a live orchestra, and a forest come to...

April Community Leader Spotlight: Lindi Rodrigues Walsh

In our ongoing effort to focus on community and local stories in New Mexico, Brant One is starting a new piece to highlight Community...

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Albuquerque Breaks September Rainfall Record as Santa Fe Leads New Mexico Deluge

Albuquerque recorded its wettest September on record with 4.49 inches of rain, while Santa Fe led reported rainfall totals during a late-month storm that brought flooding concerns across New Mexico.

45 Elite Nevada Rescuers Deployed as Southwest Braces for Potentially Catastrophic Flooding

Forty-five elite Nevada rescuers have been deployed to New Mexico as Hurricane Polo and other weather systems threaten life-threatening flooding across the US Southwest.

Highland Middle School Teacher In Critical Condition After Allegedly Being Shot by 13-Year-Old Student

Special education teacher Kelly Matthews remains critically injured after he was allegedly shot by a 13-year-old student at Highland Middle School in Hobbs. Authorities said the shooting happened Friday, and the investigation is still ongoing.

Is Poverty Declining in New Mexico? Census Data Shows a Drop

New Mexico’s poverty rate has fallen in recent years, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham said the state’s investments in its residents are beginning to show results.

‘We’re Ready’: New Mexico Braces for More Heavy Rain After Devastating Floods Leave Communities Reeling

New Mexico communities are racing to prepare for another round of heavy rain after last week’s devastating floods damaged homes, roads and public spaces, swept away a van in Española and forced residents to evacuate in Mora County and Hondo. As storms return, officials in Ruidoso, Gallup and Mora County are urging residents to stay alert, prepare emergency kits and evacuation plans, avoid flooded roads and work together to protect their communities.