Category: La Finca
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Bean Counter’s Scrapbook: Why Cuca Counts Beans
Sometimes the number on the sign goes down while the real expense quietly rises. [more…]
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New Mexico’s Job Market Update: Unemployment at 4.9%
Retail trade accounted for much of the gain in trade and transportation, adding 2,700 jobs compared to April 2025. [more…]
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New Mexico awarded Youth Mental Health Corps planning grant
“Every young New Mexican deserves someone they can turn to, and every young New Mexican who wants to build a career in behavioral health deserves… [more…]
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New Mexico wins national award for quantum ecosystem
“New Mexico has always been where America solves its hardest problems.” [more…]
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NM FAST Continues to Push Startups Toward Viability
“New Mexico founders are translating research from national labs and universities into companies that can compete for federal R&D dollars, but capital strategy and IP… [more…]
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Bean Counter’s Scrapbook: Gas Prices Come of Age
For those who drive more than 100 miles a week, inflated gas prices are beginning to eat into other parts of the budget. [more…]
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Santa Teresa Port of Entry Sees Sharp Increase in March
The March 2026 Transborder Freight Report shows freight between the United States and Mexico climbed 8.6% year-over-year to $84 billion, helping push total North American… [more…]
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New Mexico opens applications for trade port designations
“Trade ports give our communities the infrastructure to compete for jobs, support local businesses, and connect to global markets.” [more…]
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Following Fujitsu-NMSU Success, Governor Travels to Japan for Another Bite at the Apple
“This mission is about deepening New Mexico’s existing relationship with Japan and demonstrating how our economic partnership will create strong opportunities for both sides.” [more…]
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March 2026: New Mexico Labor Market Review
Miscellaneous other services was down 300 jobs, or 2.2 percent. Financial activities was down 100 jobs, or 0.5 percent. [more…]
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New Mexico True campaign influences $2.3 billion visitor spending
“Our tourism marketing strategy is working, and that continued investment is paying dividends for New Mexicans” [more…]
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Bean Counter’s Scrapbook: Softening Gas Prices Offset by Firming Prices in the Produce Aisle
There are plenty of national sources for financial news. Very few are built around lived local experience. [more…]
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New Mexico restaurant owner charged with tax evasion, fraud
“The Taxation & Revenue Department is serious about holding everyone accountable for tax fraud and evasion.” [more…]
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Bean Counter’s Scrapbook: Average Price for a Gallon of Regular Unleaded Tops Four Dollars
A few weeks ago, Andrew Jackson could cover 5 gallons of regular unleaded. Now, he needs a little help. [more…]
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NMSU’s Arrowhead Center names first-ever Innovation Fellow
“Creating the Innovation Fellow award was about sending a message – that faculty who invest in the commercialization of their research and help others do the… [more…]
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Arrowhead Center’s NM FAST to host free SBIR funding workshop May 27
“New Mexico has a strong base of researchers and founders translating work from national labs, universities, and startup spaces in Las Cruces, Albuquerque, Los Alamos,… [more…]
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Federal Agencies Release State Loan-to-Deposit Ratios; New Mexico Among Lower-Tier States
New Mexico’s ratio of 61% places it among the lower reported values nationally, alongside states such as Delaware (61%) and South Dakota (61%). [more…]
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County Seeks Local Businesses For Summer Internship Program
There is no cost to participate. Businesses provide a professional environment for the students. New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED) provides the funding and infrastructure. [more…]
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Bean Counter’s Scrapbook: Gas Bounces Back (a little) and Grocery Prices Find Stability
Groceries held nearly still. And the consumer was left once again trying to sort out which kind of bad news matters more. [more…]
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Shock at the Pump: Dallas Fed Models Inflation Risk from Iran Oil Disruption
Dallas Fed economists model how oil supply disruptions tied to the Iran war could push U.S. inflation higher—highlighting the role of gasoline prices and market… [more…]
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Sales of Lottery Tickets Nearly Doubled and Prizes More Than Doubled From 2008 to 2024
California, New York, Florida and Texas had the most lottery ticket sales revenue of the 45 states that operate a lottery. [more…]
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Albuquerque Firm Awarded Army Contract as Defense Spending Push Expands
“This budget builds this arsenal without compromising readiness that will ensure we remain the world’s premier fighting force, we protect the homeland, and we create… [more…]
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Department of Labor Finds New Mexico Company Wrongfully Fired Inspector Who Raised Concerns During Gas Pipeline Installation at Oklahoma Site
OSHA ordered Legacy to reinstate the employee and pay back wages, interest, and compensatory damages, totaling more than $35,000. [more…]
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Bean Counter’s Scrapbook: Gas Prices Tumble More Than 10%; Groceries Shake Off the Sales
The five-station sample used for this week’s fuel snapshot fell from an average of $3.96 to $3.53 per gallon — a drop of 10.9% in one week. [more…]
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IRS Issues Guidance for Late Filers, Launches New Tool for Tax Debt Help
The tool is intended to make compliance “clearer, more accessible, and less intimidating for taxpayers.” [more…]
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Attorney General Raúl Torrez Announces Massive Multi-State Win; Jury Finds Live Nation Acts as an Illegal Monopoly
“Live Nation and Ticketmaster used their dominance to squeeze out competition and drive-up prices, and everyday fans, artists, and venues paid the price.” [more…]
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Bean Counter’s Scrapbook: Coffee Discounts Mask Rising Costs as Fuel Continues Climb
While national reporting points to sharper increases at the pump, the rise in our broader community—though steady—has been more measured. [more…]
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Santa Teresa Port of Entry Handles More Than $30 Billion in Trade, Earns “Low Risk” Designation
The data comes amid continued growth in U.S.-Mexico trade, which reached nearly $873 billion in 2025 and continues to expand as manufacturers move operations closer… [more…]
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Juarez: From Factory Floor to Server Rack
“El Paso is part of this expansion, with Meta building a $1.5 billion, 1-gigawatt AI-focused data center in the city, and the Project Jupiter data center taking shape just… [more…]
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State visitor centers welcome travelers from 108 countries in 2025
“Knowing that folks from around the country and across the globe stopped by one of our visitor information centers in 2025 demonstrates that travelers are… [more…]
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Bean Counter’s Scrapbook: Gas Prices Continue to Rise; Groceries Take Advantage of “Meaningful Discounts”
The five-station sample used for this week’s fuel snapshot rose from an average of $3.79 to $3.83 per gallon [more…]
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New Mexico MVD continues to warn about phishing websites
“Scammers are always looking for new ways to take advantage of the public.” [more…]
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Bean Counter’s Scrapbook: Gas Prices Continue to Rise; Meat, Produce and Freezer Show Relief
Freezer (-8.6%), Produce (-9.4%), and Meat (-6.7%) all showed drops in price over the previous week. [more…]
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Service Members Have Options Leading Up to Tax Day
“There are long-standing tax filing extensions that apply just to service members.” [more…]
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Bean Counter’s Scrapbook: Gas Prices Continue to Rise; Grocery Prices Ease
Some prices sprint. Some prices stick. Some prices finally back off. [more…]
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Tourism Department celebrates 10 years of New Mexico True Certified
“Reaching the 10-year milestone really speaks to the value that the New Mexico True Certified program brings to small businesses.” [more…]
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Bad Credit? Here’s What You Can Do
This month’s article from the FDIC highlights ways to improve your credit which can help increase your chances of qualifying for better loan terms, and… [more…]
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NMSU Business College Students Launch Free Tax Preparation Services via VITA Program
“We’re proud of the impact our students are making both on campus and throughout the community.” [more…]
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Money Services Businesses (MSBs) and Undocumented Aliens: A Legal and Regulatory Overview
Recent federal actions have highlighted the role of MSBs in facilitating activities involving undocumented aliens such as smuggling networks as MSBs have been implicated in laundering… [more…]
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Bean Counter’s Scrapbook: What the Register Says About Las Cruces Prices
The Bean Counter’s Scrapbook is not here to tell readers how they should feel about the economy. It is here to confirm what the receipts… [more…]
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NM Tax & Rev Issues Reminder: Income tax returns due April 15
Taxpayers can check the status of their refund on the Taxpayer Access Point anytime. [more…]
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New Mexico returns to SXSW as the next frontier for innovation
At South by Southwest (SXSW), EDD will showcase how its Technology and Innovation Office is helping new technologies reach the market and how the New… [more…]
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NMSU’s GenAI Systems Builder Sprint accepting applications
To qualify for the GenAI Systems Builder Sprint, startups must be based in New Mexico or the Borderplex region or have plans to relocate to… [more…]
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Business Strength: Most Employer Businesses’ Credit Applications in 2023 Were Approved
Banks were the primary source credit among employer businesses that did apply for new credit — and they became even more dominant over time. [more…]
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Outdoor recreation drives $3.6 billion, 31,000 jobs in New Mexico
In 2024, outdoor recreation accounted for 2.5% of the state’s GDP and supported 31,454 jobs. [more…]
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Grant Opportunity: State accepting applications to support business incubator certification; Informational Webinar scheduled for March 18
Grants are open to all sectors, not just those in tech and innovation. [more…]
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City of Las Cruces Joins REDI Sites Program to Attract Investment to Innovation & Industrial Park
Launched in 2024, REDI Sites was created to bring consistency, credibility, and visibility to site readiness, a process that has historically varied from state to… [more…]
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New Mexico marks National Consumer Protection Week with prevention push
Securities Division remains focused on fraud awareness and prevention . [more…]
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Technology and Innovation Office awards programming grants to strengthen New Mexico’s innovation ecosystem
Arrowhead Center at New Mexico State University advances innovation-driven economic growth by helping New Mexico entrepreneurs translate ideas into scalable, high-impact businesses. [more…]
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Workforce Solutions: 2,800 workers trained for climate, infrastructure careers
“These efforts are ensuring we have the people we need to deploy investments in infrastructure and energy, and to foster lasting careers that pay well… [more…]
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State accepting applications for Quantum Technologies Award
Eligible applicants must be for-profit companies that have previously secured outside funding. [more…]
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Call for creative industries’ public development projects
The project development phase is intended to provide space for communities to design thoughtful, strategic initiatives in advance of a formal grant application process. [more…]
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Road Work Ahead: What National Transportation Trends May Mean for Las Cruces
Recent federal transportation reports suggest that while the industry remains a major contributor to the U.S. economy, several key indicators are showing signs of moderation… [more…]
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Entrepreneurship: FIRE Venture Fellows welcomes NMSU, UTEP students to 2026 cohort
“FIRE Venture Fellows reflects our commitment to preparing students for meaningful participation in the innovation economy.” [more…]
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Heavy Load: Securing Rare Earth Elements a National Security Imperative, Official Says
“For decades, we have outsourced and offshored mining and processing, creating a strategic vulnerability of the highest order.” [more…]
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Workforce Solutions: New Mexico adds 35 apprenticeship programs, now training 2,607 workers
“Historic investments in apprenticeship have helped businesses grow and innovate while providing individuals with the skills, knowledge, and opportunities needed to thrive through the earn-while-you-learn… [more…]
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Statement: New Mexico Attorney General on Unlawful Tariffs
“When government oversteps its constitutional bounds, we will be there to hold it accountable and protect the rights and interests of the people we serve.” [more…]
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Anti-Trust: The New Mexico Department of Justice Calls for Transparency and Regulatory Oversight in TXNM Energy Merger
“State law requires oversight when public utility stock is issued in connection with a transaction like this.” [more…]
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Opportunity: NMSU Aggie Career Studio to host Employment Extravaganza Career Fair March 4
All classification levels, from first-year students to recent graduates, are encouraged to attend. [more…]
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“Who We Are”: New Mexico invests $241,000 in creative businesses through Business Development & Expansion Grant
“New Mexico’s diverse creative industries set us apart from the rest of the country, defining our unique culture. It’s who we are.” [more…]

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