Middle Rio Grande Economic Development Association

06/04/2026

🚨Ready to Build a Career in Fiber & Broadband?

The demand for broadband technicians is growing across New Mexico, and this FREE training opportunity can help you get started!

📡 BICSI Installer 1 (INST1) Training
📅 Monday, August 3
⏰ 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 America's Job Center Socorro
198 Neel Avenue, Socorro, NM

Minimum Requirements:
✔️ Must be 18 years or older
✔️ Must have a valid driver's license
✔️ Must have a GED or High School Diploma

What You'll Receive:
✅ Industry-recognized training and certification
✅ Hands-on instruction
✅ Course materials provided
✅ No prior broadband experience required

💰 Potential wages range from $18.50 to $26.00 per hour, depending on experience and employer.
📞 To register, contact Rachel Lucero at America's Job Center Socorro at (575) 835-0067.

Space is limited, so don't wait to reserve your spot!

06/02/2026

📢 Small business owners and entrepreneurs: Join us for a FREE Q&A on the New Mexico Small Business Assistance (NMSBA) Program!

📅 June 11 | ⏰ 11:30 AM–1:00 PM MST
💻 https://tinyurl.com/b3zxytx8

Learn about no-cost resources and technical assistance available to help your business grow.

06/02/2026

🚀 Calling all entrepreneurs, small businesses, and future business owners in the Middle Rio Grande Valley!
The Small Business Clinic Office Hours are here to provide FREE support, guidance, and resources for businesses across Socorro, Sierra, Valencia, and Catron Counties.
📅 Tuesdays & Thursdays
🗓 May 18th – June 30th
⏰ 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM MST

Whether you need help with business planning, marketing, growth strategies, or connecting to valuable resources, we’re here to help!

Join us and help shape the future of small business programming in our region!

🔗 Log on here: https://tinyurl.com/b3zxytx8
Hosted by MRGEDA in partnership with New Mexico Tech.

05/22/2026

South Central Regional Transit District has a summer schedule! Check it out!
MainStreet Truth or Consequences Sierra County NM Truth or Consequences & Sierra County Chamber of Commerce

Lake days start here! ☀️🌊
The new SCRTD Blue Summer Route is here! Ride with us to Elephant Butte Lake, Williamsburg, and Downtown Truth or Consequences all summer long.
Fridays & Saturdays
FREE rides
More info at: https://scrtd.org/blue-summer-route/

¡Los días en el lago empiezan aquí! ☀️🌊

¡La nueva Ruta Azul de Verano de SCRTD ya está aquí! Viaja con nosotros a Elephant Butte Lake, Williamsburg y al centro de Truth or Consequences durante todo el verano.

Viernes y sábados
Viajes GRATIS

Más información en: https://scrtd.org/blue-summer-route/

05/19/2026

🚀 Calling all entrepreneurs, small businesses, and future business owners in the Middle Rio Grande Valley!
The Small Business Clinic Office Hours are here to provide FREE support, guidance, and resources for businesses across Socorro, Sierra, Valencia, and Catron Counties.
📅 Tuesdays & Thursdays
🗓 May 18th – June 30th
⏰ 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM MST

Whether you need help with business planning, marketing, growth strategies, or connecting to valuable resources, we’re here to help!

Join us and help shape the future of small business programming in our region!

🔗 Log on here: https://tinyurl.com/b3zxytx8⁠
Hosted by MRGEDA in partnership with New Mexico Tech.

05/04/2026

Save the dates for FREE music concerts in Truth or Consequences this Fall for the entire family! The weather will be perfect for enjoying some amazing musical talents!🎸 🎶🎵🎸🎵🎶🎸
MainStreet Truth or Consequences Truth or Consequences & Sierra County Chamber of Commerce Sierra County NM

Save the dates!

The Levitt AMP Truth or Consequences Music Series is beginning this fall.
Join us every Thursday from 6–9 PM at Ralph Edwards Park, September 10 through October 22.

These will be FREE, outdoor, family-friendly shows.

Mark your calendars now and get ready for great music, community, and fun.
Headliners will be announced soon - stay tuned and follow our page for updates!

05/04/2026

🚨 FREE Small Business Training Opportunity! 🚨

Join MRGEDA and NMT for our next session:
Exploring Small Business Models

📅 Friday, May 15
⏰ 12–1 PM MST

Whether you are starting a business or looking to grow, this session will provide:
✔️ Practical guidance
✔️ Interactive training
✔️ One-on-one support opportunities
✔️ Connections to valuable resources

Open to residents in Socorro, Sierra, Valencia & Catron Counties

👉 Register here: https://forms.gle/T22ncrauQi4u9i2i6

Let’s continue empowering small businesses and entrepreneurs across the Middle Rio Grande Valley!

04/22/2026

Did you know that Socorro has dry cleaning and alteration services available? 🤠👚👕👖🤠 Melyssa's Western Wear (located at 915 California Suite D) has you covered! She also has Native American jewelry, western wear and gear, and much more! Thank you to the Your Socorro Electric Cooperative Inc for sharing information on this valuable small business!

04/09/2026

Today was another successful annual New Mexico Tech Student Tour at Spaceport America with over thirty in attendance! The students were very engaged and inquisitive, and President Jackson even took advantage of riding in the G-Shock simulator, along with the students. We couldn’t be more excited to be a part of this collaborative effort with our members and highlight the immense aerospace industry. 🚀🛰🚀

04/03/2026

SCHEDULE CHANGE! 📅Save the date! 📅
MRGEDA/NMT Small Business Training Session: Small Business Marketing: Tips and Tricks from Aqua Vita Creative is scheduled for Thursday, April 16th from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, and will be conducted via Zoom. To register, please use the following link:
https://forms.gle/T22ncrauQi4u9i2i6
Aqua Vita Creative New Mexico Tech