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NEW MEXICO ANNOUNCES RATES FOR 2027 SMALL GROUP HEALTH INSURANCE MARKET
Santa Fe, NM – The New Mexico Office of Superintendent of Insurance (OSI) has approved 2027 health insurance premium rates for the small group health insurance market. As of March 2026, over 31,000 New Mexicans were enrolled in a small group plan. The average increase across small group plans is 19.8%. These rates take effect…
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New Mexico Live Burn Demonstration Shows How Wildfire Mitigation Works Best as a System
Richburg, S.C. & Socorro, N.M., October 7, 2026 – The New Mexico State Fire Marshal’s Office, in collaboration with the New Mexico Office of Superintendent of Insurance (OSI) and the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS), hosted a live fire demonstration showcasing the effectiveness of science-backed mitigation actions required to achieve a Wildfire Prepared…
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Observe New Mexico Elections (ONME) Kicks Off Observation Effort as Early Voting Begins for 2026 General Election
Santa Fe, N.M. – Early voting has kicked off at county clerk offices statewide Tuesday, October 6, 2026, for New Mexico’s General Election. Observe New Mexico Elections (ONME) begins its fourth observation effort in the state as General Election early voting begins. The 2026 New Mexico General Election ballot includes candidates for U.S. Senator and…
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“It’s a Beautiful World” to Lead Flight of the Nations at the ExxonMobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta®
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — “It’s a Beautiful World” hot air balloon will lead the Flight of the Nations this year at the ExxonMobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta® on Wednesday, Oct. 7. Every country flying off the field will be honored by its flag flying on the balloon. “It’s a Beautiful World” was built for Balloon Fiesta’s…
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Albuquerque Welcomes Thousands for 54th Annual Balloon Fiesta
ALBUQUERQUE – Mayor Tim Keller, City of Albuquerque and Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta officials held a press conference in preparation of welcoming thousands of visitors for the 54th Annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta beginning Saturday, October 3, 2026. The City is acquiring a 6.29-acre property located directly across from Presbyterian Medical Center near San…
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Know Before you Go: ExxonMobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta®
As the 54th ExxonMobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta® prepares to welcome guests October 3–11, 2026, the safety and security of guests, volunteers and pilots remain a top priority. Balloon Fiesta is committed to providing a safe, welcoming environment where guests can experience the magic of ballooning events throughout the nine-day celebration. To ensure a safe…
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TSA prepared to handle expected influx of passengers during the annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
TSA prepared to handle expected influx of passengers during the annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta ALBUQUERQUE – The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and the Albuquerque International Sunport will hold a media availability at ABQ on Friday, October 2, from 10:00am to 11:00am discussing travel tips, passenger projections, and preparations for the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta…
