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4 days ago
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Tax extension offered to individuals and businesses affected by Ruidoso floods
SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) — The Taxation and Revenue Department is offering a deadline extension for taxpayers who have been impacted by the Ruidoso floods in Lincoln County. Various business tax returns with the normal due dates of July 25 and Aug. 25 can now be filed by Oct. 27 without penalty. Story continues below News: New Mexico Supreme Court throws out embezzlement charges against former official Trending: A 'professional courtesy': How an officer crossed the line Community: Funding for farming internship program at APS in jeopardy KRQE Investigates: Embattled McKinley County DA asks for emergency funding to keep her office running State law does not allow the department to waive interest. To expedite the process, forms or letters can be emailed to the following addresses: Personal Income Tax: Corporate Income Tax: Gross Receipts Tax: Withholding Tax: Workers Compensation Tax: Special Tax Programs: Tax and Rev allows extension for Ruidoso disaster relief Taxpayers making use of the extension are asked to notify TRD by letter or email. Further details and information about who qualifies can be found at this link. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
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4 days ago
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Applications for New Mexico Young Ambassadors program due by August 15
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – High schoolers have one more month to apply for a leadership position to help the governor with her goal of keeping New Mexico clean and natural. Kids entering their junior or senior year of high school can spend the school year helping their community stay litter-free. Curbside debris pickup available in Lincoln County Selected ambassadors will help organize projects and work with other peers on a statewide project. They will earn a $3,000 participation stipend upon completion. Only two applicants will be selected from each of the 6 designated areas. Applications close August 15 Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
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4 days ago
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Curbside debris pickup available in Lincoln County
LINCOLN COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – Lincoln County residents who are cleaning up after flooding in the area can get their trash picked up curbside. Story continues below News: New Mexico Supreme Court throws out embezzlement charges against former official Trending: A 'professional courtesy': How an officer crossed the line Community: Funding for farming internship program at APS in jeopardy KRQE Investigates: Embattled McKinley County DA asks for emergency funding to keep her office running Those who would like their debris to be picked up curbside are asked to sort their debris into five categories: Electronics (such as televisions, computers, phones). Large appliances (such as refrigerators, washers, dryers, stoves, or dishwashers. Be sure to seal or secure the doors so they are not accessible). Vegetative debris (such as tree branches, leaves, or plants). Sediment Construction debris (such as drywall, lumber, carpet, or furniture). Household garbage, discarded food, paper or packaging. Curbside debris must be free of overhead obstructions, maintain an 8' clear radius surrounding the debris, and should not obstruct the right-of-ways, according to the Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management. Those who would like to dispose of their debris themselves can find disposal locations, the types of debris accepted, and guidance on debris removal on the Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management's website. Residents are encouraged to photograph damage before mucking and gutting begins and should save receipts for any costs related to the flooding. Guidance on how to safely remove debris is available at Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
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15-07-2025
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Troy woman killed in US 2 collision
Jul. 14—A 70-year-old Troy woman was killed Thursday, July 10 in a head-on collision in Lincoln County. The wreck happened at about 1:25 p.m., on U.S. 2 at mile marker 12 near Troy, according to a Montana Highway Patrol incident report. The woman was driving a Jeep Patriot east on the highway when she drifted into oncoming traffic and struck a GMC Sierra driven by a 36-year-old man from Bonners Ferry, Idaho. The woman died at the scene of the crash. She was not wearing a seat belt, according to the report. The driver of the GMC was wearing a seat belt and was not injured. Road conditions were listed as clear and dry.
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14-07-2025
- Climate
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Crews enter fourth day of battling Western Pines fire northeast of Davenport
Jul. 13—The Western Pines fire continues to burn in Lincoln County as it nears almost 6,000 acres. The fire started early Wednesday afternoon approximately 10 miles Northeast of Davenport, Washington, and is believed to be human caused. It remained 0% contained as of Saturday morning. Friday, the fire had a short advancement along its western edge according to a press release shared on the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office Facebook. "Today, the primary focus will be for ground crews on connecting fire lines around the southern perimeter of the fire and aided by aerial resources as necessary," the release read. "Structure protection teams will continue to evaluate at risk structures and provide protection." Increased fire activity was expected into the afternoon. All previous evacuation areas remain in place, including the latest Level 3 evacuations for Green Canyon, Mill Canyon, Harker Canyon, Farr Road and Angel Springs Road. As of Sunday, the Western Pines fire dropped 55 acres as 441 personnel continue working to suppress the flames. A news release on Sunday said that crews will continue to mop-up the perimeter of the fire, patrol for spot fires and provide protection for nearby structures. Level 2 evacuations also downgraded leaving level 1 and level 3 evacuations still in place. Bonny Matejowsky and Corbin Vanderby's work is funded in part by members of the Spokane community via the Community Journalism and Civic Engagement Fund. This story can be republished by other organizations for free under a Creative Commons license. For more information on this, please contact our newspaper's managing editor.
