By SFCC Santa Fe Community College announces that the application period for classes to prepare for the High School Equivalency/GED tests is open now. Classes begin August 20 in Spanish and English. Call 505-428-1356 for more information.          New students must fill out and submit an orientation packet. Packets are available …

First time in finals for tiny Croatia, the second-smallest nation in the field of 32, and France, the second-youngest team in the field, went undefeated in five matches By Arnie Leshin  It was a lesson to be learned by those who follow the world’s most popular sport. It came when …

Panther, Phoenix and Griffin girls return their top harriers in quest of another impressive season By Arnie Leshin It is summertime, school is out, and there’s no official practices for the respective athletic programs until Aug. 13. But cross country runners do not need a football or any other gear, …

By N.M. Film Office  New Mexico Film Office director Nick Maniatis announced that the 2018 Emmy Award Nominations were announced and New Mexico shot productions “Godless” and “Waco” received a total of 15 nominations for a variety of awards. “Godless” received a total of 13 nominations including New Mexicans Jo …

By N.M. Parks  Officials of the Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department, State Parks Division announce that Manzano Mountains State Park, located within the boundaries of the Cibola National Forest, will re-open for use effective Saturday, July 14, 2018 at 8:00 a.m. Park visitors are reminded that most state parks …

By N.M. DVS World War II veteran Dennis Ferk will be presented with a Bronze Star Medal at a special presentation ceremony in Santa Fe on July 20 at 1:30p.m. at the Santa Fe Vet Center, located at 2209 Brothers Road. Mr. Ferk had earned this prestigious award for meritorious …

By RTD The North Central Regional Transit District has announced that service for the RTD 255 Mountain Trail route will resume its regular schedule with the reopening of the Santa Fe National Forest and Hyde State Park, effective Saturday, July 14. The RTD “Blue Bus” 255 Mountain Trail provides service …

By N.M. Parks El Vado Lake State Park has closed access to the remaining boat ramp and is prohibiting the use of motorized boats due to dropping water levels and safety concerns. The lake is still open for non-motorized vessel use such as canoeing, paddle boards or kayaking. The boat …

By SFNF  The fire is lined and with minimal fire behavior. Smoke may be visible from Llaves, Gallina, Abiquiu from highway 112, and roads 96, 84, 8, 151, 6, 7, and 77. Smoke/Air Quality: Smoke impact to local communities at this time is low, however, smoke-sensitive individuals and people with …

By Guadalupe Credit Union  For the second year in a row, dozens of Santa Fe kids in the City’s Summer Youth Program have spent their summer learning about business in the best way – by starting their own companies.  Their work will be on display at the 2nd Annual BizKids …