AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoTruth-or-Consequences Spotlight: A new debut sci-fi novel puts the small southern New Mexico town in the spotlight, weaving in real local landmarks and murals while mixing VHS mystery and dinosaur-evolved aliens. Public Health & Pets: New World screwworm detections in animals on the mainland have prompted Hawaiʻi officials to stress the risk to Hawaiʻi remains “very low,” with inspections and rapid response in place. Outdoor Travel Tips: Don’t toss that agave stalk—one writer highlights how the dried stem can become a lightweight hiking staff. Weather Watch: The North American monsoon is arriving, bringing a break from triple-digit heat but also flash-flood and lightning wildfire risks across the Southwest, including New Mexico. Summit Trip Idea: A guide to hiking Mount Taylor near Grants spotlights the 11,000-foot dormant volcano and what to bring for the climb. Local Culture: The New Mexico Tattoo Fiesta in Albuquerque honored co-founder John “Bale” Sisneros, continuing the event nearly two years after his 2024 killing. Route 66 Stops: Two separate road-trip pieces spotlight Grants—one on Route 66 mining history and another on Junkyard on 66 Brewery, a veteran-owned spot with vintage vehicles. Wildfire & Public Lands: U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez joined a Gila National Forest hike to hear how Forest Service staffing cuts are affecting trail work, wildfire prevention, and recreation.
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