State Reduces Bonding Requirement by $2 Million
New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Naturals Resources Department
Santa Fe, Jul 30, 2010
Freeport-Mcmoran, Inc. Mine Credited for Reclamation Work
SANTA FE, NM - The State of New Mexico approved a $2 million bonding requirement reduction for Freeport-McMoRan Tyrone Mine for completed reclamation work on closed tailings impoundments. The approval was granted by the New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department and the New Mexico Environment Department. This is the fifth reduction in five years for the Tyrone Mine, which has now reduced its bonding requirements by over $85 million. The total amount of financial assurance for the closure/closeout of the Tyrone Mine after approval of this permit modification is $185 million, down from the original amount of over $270 million. Press Release

Tourists Discover You Can’t Get There From Here
KIRK JOHNSON, The New York Times
New York, Jul 30, 2010
TEEC NOS POS, Ariz. — What if you traveled hundreds or even thousands of miles to be in four states at one time, and got only two?

New Mexico Apoints Franchini Insurance Superintendent
Insurance Journal
Santa Fe, Jul 30, 2010
The New Mexico Public Regulation Commission has appointed John G. Franchini Superintendent of Insurance by a 4-1 vote. Franchini, a New Mexico native, boasts nearly four decades of insurance industry-related experience and said he looks to use that experience to move the Division of Insurance forward.

New Mexico State University wins $1.5 million for improvements to Arrowhead Research Park
The Associated Press
Las Cruces, Jul 30, 2010
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (AP) - New Mexico State University's Arrowhead Center has been awarded a $1.5 million federal grant for improvements to the business and research park.

Ariz. files appeal as sheriff launches new sweep
JACQUES BILLEAUD and AMANDA LEE MYERS (AP)
Phoenix, AZ, Jul 30, 2010
PHOENIX — The showdown over Arizona's immigration law played out in court and on Phoenix's sun-splashed streets on Thursday, as the state sought to reinstate key parts of the measure and angry protesters chanted that they refused to "live in fear." Dozens were arrested.

Former New Mexico governor comes close to confirming a presidential bid
Adam B Sullivan, Iowa Independent
Ames, IA, Jul 30, 2010
Gary Johnson has usually been quick to quell questions about a potential presidential bid, telling media outlets he can’t simultaneously pursue a presidential nomination and work with Our America, a nonprofit organization he leads.