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Mikaela Johnson

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Mikaela Johnson is a journalism student at the University of New Mexico and the 2025-26 Editor-in-Chief of Limina:UNM Nonfiction Review
Gov announces $50M for rural health care
Posted in Healthy New Mexico

Gov announces $50M for rural health care

Estimated read time 3 min read
April 23, 2026April 23, 2026
Mikaela Johnson

Accessible health care is a growing issue for patients and providers alike in rural New Mexico, new government funding seeks…

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New literacy bill SB 37 holds schools accountable for reading instruction
Posted in 2026 Legislative session

New literacy bill SB 37 holds schools accountable for reading instruction

Estimated read time 3 min read
March 10, 2026
Mikaela Johnson

By Mikaela Johnson, Silver City Daily Press A bill mandating evidence-based reading instruction was signed into law Monday by Gov. Michelle…

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Intimidating NM election workers could now lead to prison time
Posted in Political New Mexico

Intimidating NM election workers could now lead to prison time

Estimated read time 4 min read
November 1, 2024January 3, 2025
Mikaela Johnson

As poll officials continue to administer early voting and prepare for Tuesday’s election, New Mexico Senate Bill 43 will offer…

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Silver City canvassers seek to sway fluctuating voters
Posted in Political New Mexico

Silver City canvassers seek to sway fluctuating voters

Estimated read time 2 min read
October 25, 2024January 3, 2025
Mikaela Johnson

Gabrielle Begay, the Democratic nominee for New Mexico House District 39, hosted a canvassing event in Silver City on Sept.…

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Harris’ racial identity focus of UNM panel
Posted in Political New Mexico

Harris’ racial identity focus of UNM panel

Estimated read time 2 min read
October 3, 2024January 3, 2025
Mikaela Johnson

The University of New Mexico hosted a panel Oct. 2 to discuss the racial and gender politics of Vice President…

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