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Marisa Thompson Courtesy photo More than 200 pounds of red tomatoes are harvested at the NMSU Los Lunas Agricultural Science Center.

Marisa Thompson Courtesy photo More than 200 pounds of red tomatoes are harvested at the NMSU Los Lunas Agricultural Science Center.

Southwest Yard & Garden; Pain in the grass: Green with tomato envy

Dr. Marisa Thompson Extension Horticulture
Wednesday, October 28, 2020
Question: What should I do with all these green tomatoes? Yours Truly, Los Lunas, NM Answer: I first answered this question way back in 2018. And here we are again, with first frosts snapping across the state and gardeners sharing photos of final harvests, many with green tomatoes piled high.

Fire restrictions; Stage 1 now in place

Diego Lopez Reporter
Wednesday, October 28, 2020
CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – Cibola National Forest and Grasslands is under a Stage 1 Fire Restrictions because of abnormally dry conditions. “Preparation and safety are of utmost importance while recreating in the national forest.
The New Mexico Economic Development Department's mission is to improve the lives of New Mexico families by increasing economic opportunities and providing a place for businesses to thrive. Courtesy photo

The New Mexico Economic Development Department's mission is to improve the lives of New Mexico families by increasing economic opportunities and providing a place for businesses to thrive. Courtesy photo

Economic assistance boosts McKinley Paper Mill

Press Release
Wednesday, October 28, 2020
McKINLEY COUNTY, N.M. – Cabinet Secretary Alicia J. Keyes announced today that a long-time paper factory in McKinley County will receive economic assistance from the state so it can install new equipment and remain in business for the next decade, retaining at least 125 well-paying jobs.

Bonds on 2020 ballot

Diego Lopez Reporter
Wednesday, October 28, 2020
Bond A Text of the bond The 2020 Capital Projects General Obligation Bond Act authorizes the issuance and sale of senior citizen facility improvement, construction, and equipment acquisition bonds.