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“Then He placed His right hand on me and said: Do not be afraid. I am the First and the Last.” Revelations 1:17 Jesus said first, “Do not be afraid” This is what we need to hear in these days when many of us are so anxious. Remember, fear doesn’t …

Santa Fe TradFest Returns August 28–30 for a Weekend of Traditional Music Santa Fe TradFest returns August 28–30, 2026, bringing three days of live music, workshops, jam sessions, camping and family activities to Bishop’s Ridge Camp & Retreat Center along the historic Old Santa Fe Trail. The long-running festival celebrates …

The U.S. Forest Service today announced an alignment of national wildfire management authorities that strengthens operational efficiency and clarifies reporting roles across the agency. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz delivered the formal delegation of authority letter today, consolidating all fire and aviation authorities under the agency’s Deputy Chief of Fire …

Israel will not accept a Gaza ceasefire framework that allows Hamas to retain its weapons, according to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s new international spokesperson, Doron Spielman. Speaking to JNS, Spielman said Hamas remains committed to terrorism and must be completely disarmed before Israel considers withdrawing its troops from Gaza. “The …

“Happy are the people whose strength is in You, whose hearts are set on pilgrimage.” Psalm 84:5 God tells us to be happy more times in scripture than any other command. Just think about that for a moment. Commands such as “rejoice,” “be of good cheer,” “do not be afraid,” …

International Fellowship of Christians and Jews to Bring Prayer Requests to Jerusalem’s Western Wall JERUSALEM — The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews is inviting supporters to submit prayer requests that will be taken to the Western Wall in Jerusalem’s Old City during an upcoming visit by organization leaders. Yael …

The 2026 Mesilla Valley Amateur is almost full, and only a few openings remain!   Join us at New Mexico State University Golf Courseon Saturday and Sunday, August 22–23, 2026. The field is limited to 144 players, so golfers are encouraged to register as soon as possible.   Entry Fees: …

Deadline Nears for New Mexico Pheasant and Sandhill Crane Draw Applications SANTA FE, N.M. — New Mexico hunters interested in special pheasant and Sandhill crane hunts have until Wednesday, Aug. 12, to submit their applications for the upcoming season. The New Mexico Department of Wildlife is accepting applications until 5 …

“if we repent and confess our sins, God is faithful to forgive us” 1 John  1:9 Do you serve God or your feelings? Now, that may sound like an odd question for a believer, but really it isn’t. Let me put it this way… When you ask God to forgive …

 “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed.”  Psalm 34:18 Often times we run from God in seasons of challenge, but if we do… all we’re left with is our own limited ability to cope with what we’re walking through. The On the other …

HEATWAVE RESPITE The heat has ratcheted up and the monsoons are nowhere in sight to tamp it down, which means we’ve been forced to seek other sources of respite. Though not quite as effective at alleviating drought as a summer storm, a cold drink can at least make things seem …

SANTA FE, N.M. — Flamenco will take center stage across New Mexico in 2026 as Santa Fe-based EmiArteFlamenco presents Amor, Quejío y Vuelo, a production built around love, heartbreak, resilience and personal transformation. The production, whose title translates to “Love, Lament and Flight,” follows the emotional journey of a woman …

“Don’t fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name; you are Mine.” Isaiah 43:1 God actually commands us not to fear, or worry. The phrase “fear not” is used at least 80 times in the Bible, most likely because He knows the enemy uses fear to …

The New Mexico State Wildlife Commission will hold a meeting starting at 9 a.m. Friday, Aug. 21, 2026, at the New Mexico Highlands University Student Union Building, 800 National Ave., Las Vegas, NM 87701. The full agenda and other information will be available on the New Mexico Department of Wildlife …

Amid tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and with no formal agreement reached, former Israeli Air Force Commander Ben Eliyahu says that U.S. military leverage against Iran is nearly gone. The Jerusalem Post reports that the U.S. is experiencing a shortage of interceptor missiles, with stockpiles depleted by an estimated …