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A new nonprofit has emerged, intending to deliver measurable progress on New Mexico’s most urgent and longstanding issues.Imagine New Mexico, led by Steve Moise, officially launched this week. The nonprofit will use a mix of data-based modeling and collaborations with other nonprofit organizations to improve results in the areas of...
Silicon Valley investors are backing a new consortium to identify deep-tech startups in New Mexico.Albuquerque startup incubator Roadrunner Venture Studios is teaming up with venture capital companies like Khosla Ventures, Lux Capital, Playground Global and others to form the Roadrunner Venture Consortium — giving the collective access to the latest...
U.S. Department of Agriculture Director of Communications Seth W. Christensen today released a statement calling out Congressional Democrats for politicizing disaster aid for farmers in need across the country:“Congressional Democrats are playing politics with disaster aid, withholding critical funding from farmers to manufacture controversy and blame the Trump Administration—when in...
Investing doesn't start with your first transaction — it begins much earlier. From defining the types of investments you're interested in to setting clear financial goals, the early stages are critical. Investing can be complex and time-intensive, especially when deciding where to place your capital. That's why having a thoughtful,...
The New Mexico Economic Development Department’s Outdoor Recreation Division invites organizations to apply for the FY26 Outdoor Equity Fund, supporting programs that connect youth from communities across New Mexico to enriching outdoor experiences.The first of two FY26 rounds opened on June 1 and will close July 31, 2025. A second...
The Quest for Logistics Supremacy
Jun 2 2025In today’s high-stakes economy, logistics is no longer a forgotten back-end function — it’s a front-line competitive advantage. As global supply chains grow increasingly complex and consumers demand faster delivery times, the race to modernize logistics infrastructure is beginning to reshape the U.S. economic landscape.Now more than ever, the ability...
Rita Camacho, the new executive director of United Way of Chaves County, said she believes her varied experience will serve her well in her new position.“I just feel like all that experience has come full circle,” she said. “It's provided me a blending of knowledge and experience that can help...
The New Mexico Economic Development Department approved over $648,000 in May to support job training for 38 New Mexican workers through its Job Training Incentive Program, helping both new applicants and returning businesses expand their workforce.The Job Training Incentive Program (JTIP) will pay 50-90% of the wages for new employees...
ENMU-R offers free automotive programs
May 28 2025Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell (ENMU-R) is offering a trio of automotive training programs to the public in June free of charge.“The three automotive programs we are offering are three ideas that came from speaking with several of our community partners,” said Martha Staab, marketing and public relations director for ENMU-R.Read...
It’s one of the most pressing challenges facing communities across the United States: infrastructure readiness. What’s really at stake in the world of pipelines, utilities and energy grids – and how is it impacting site selection?At the Site Selectors Guild 2025 Annual Conference, leading site selectors came together for the...
The New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) announced that five advanced energy companies were awarded $3.3 million through the state’s Advanced Energy Award Pilot Program to support innovation and commercialization.The competitive state-funded grant is awarded through EDD’s Office of Strategy, Science & Technology (OSST).Applications from 24 companies were evaluated by...
The New Mexico Economic Development Department announced the monthly awards for its Job Training Incentive Program (JTIP) for six companies across New Mexico.Each month, the JTIP Board meets to review applications for funding new hire training or upskilling current employees. JTIP reimburses between 50% and 90% of wages during training.So...
The New Mexico Economic Development Department announced 11 businesses have been awarded grants to drive growth, innovation, and increase economic impact across New Mexico’s creative industries.Following a competitive process that drew 59 applications from across the state, the department’s Creative Industries Division (CID) chose the recipients of its inaugural Creative...
Representatives of Route 66-related organizations from all eight states along the route came together in Albuquerque on Friday to foster collaboration in advance of the Route 66 Centennial in 2026.The U.S. Route 66 Centennial Commission hosted its first Mother Road Consortium Summit at the Clyde Hotel in Downtown for a...
Roswell, New Mexico, is home to one of the leading Beehive Homes assisted living and memory care centers in the country. It was originally opened by Kurt Gass, who chose to invest in the franchise to take care of his aging parents.“My great-grandmother and my grandmother both had Alzheimer's at...
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Mobile phones were glowing among those who attended Roswell’s first public meeting about the Comprehensive Master Plan update on Wednesday.About 40 people — including several city and county government officials — happily pointed their phones toward big QR codes projected on two large screens. The codes led the people responding...
Rural Alabama is experiencing a surge in economic growth, with more than $7 billion in new investment since 2020 fueling nearly 9,000 job commitments across the state’s targeted rural counties.The momentum continued throughout 2024, as $1.7 billion in fresh investment flowed into key industries, generating 1,700 new job opportunities and...
A community’s growth potential is often determined by its utilities, and this is where Roswell, New Mexico, shines. Xcel Energy is a valued member of the Roswell-Chaves County Economic Development Corporation (RCCEDC) and works closely with several community groups to prepare for future energy needs.“Xcel Energy only grows when our...
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins will visit six international markets in her first six months as Secretary to expand markets and boost American agricultural exports. At a time when the agricultural trade deficit is at nearly $50 billion following the previous administration’s little to no action in the international...
The New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) announced that it approved $1.6 million in funds to assist nine companies in training up to 119 employees through the Job Training Incentive Program.The Job Training Incentive Program (JTIP) board approves funds monthly in support of hiring, training, and upskilling New Mexico workers...
Alabama’s economic growth continues with $7 billion in new investment from 2024 projects
Mar 25 2025Governor Kay Ivey today announced the release of the “2024 New & Expanding Industry Announcements Report,” highlighting another banner year for Alabama’s economy. The report reveals that economic development efforts last year secured $7 billion in new capital investment across 224 projects, generating more than 8,500 career opportunities for Alabamians.Governor...
Ten Recommendations for Promoting Rural Communities to Attract Talent, Investment, and Businesses
Mar 24 2025Rural communities hold immense potential for growth, innovation, and development. However, capitalizing on this potential requires strategic efforts highlighting your rural community and its unique advantages. At Golden Shovel Agency, we specialize in empowering economic developers to promote their regions effectively.Why Promoting Rural Communities MattersEconomic development in rural areas is...
The New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) kicked off 2025 with approximately $5.4 million in job training awards for January and February, Cabinet Secretary-Designate Rob Black announced.The approved amounts for EDD’s signature Job Training Incentive Program (JTIP) can assist up to 170 new trainees and interns and 51 current employees...
