New Mexico State University announced the departure of their athletic director, Mario Moccia, following an investigation into the mishandling of a sexual-abuse scandal in the men’s basketball program. The university’s new president, Valerio Ferme, cited the need for a fresh start in the athletics program. Deputy athletic director Amber Burdge will step in as acting AD. The scandal led to the shut down of the 2022-23 basketball season and a $8 million settlement with two former players who were victims.
In other news, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has requested the resignation of the Western New Mexico University board of regents due to wasteful spending and financial oversight failures. This comes after former president Joseph Shepard’s resignation amid reports of lavish spending.
FEMA has set a deadline for Roswell flood victims to apply for disaster assistance, with over $16 million already approved for those affected by the devastating floods. Additionally, the New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department is seeking $1 million to reactivate a key division aimed at providing services to those ineligible for Medicaid.
On a national level, the New Energy Economy group is calling for a management audit of Bernhard Capital Partners, the parent company of Saturn Holdco, in connection with a proposed gas utility acquisition. Meanwhile, the Public Service Company of New Mexico is seeking new carbon-free energy resources to meet its goal of 100% carbon-free electricity by 2040.
Lastly, former South Dakota State player and assistant Dan Jackson has been hired as the new head football coach for the Jackrabbits, replacing Jimmy Rogers who left for Washington State. Jackson’s extensive experience in coaching will be a valuable asset to the football program at SDSU.
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