The 47th Voice News
Rene Sepulveda, Publisher, Chris Edwards, Editor
A 2nd Life Media Inc Licensed Brand
The 47th Voice News is a progressive publication rooted in the heart of Southern New Mexico, dedicated to amplifying bold ideas and diverse perspectives across the region. Named in honor of New Mexico’s place as the 47th state in the union, our mission is to elevate civic dialogue, challenge entrenched narratives, and celebrate the voices shaping our communities.
This publication marks a strategic expansion of the 2nd Life Media Inc licensed brand footprint, joining a family of independent media platforms that includes:
• AlamogordoTownNews.org – Investigative and community-first journalism for Otero County
• Krazy KALHRadio.org – Streaming radio with local flavor and civic engagement
• NewMexicoConservativeNews.org – Policy-focused analysis from a conservative lens
Together, these outlets form a multi-perspective media ecosystem, committed to truth, transparency, and inclusive storytelling. The 47th Voice News leans progressive in tone, but its core mission is to provide a platform for diverse viewpoints, civic empowerment, and regional unity.
About Us, Editorial Standards, Ethics & Legal Structure
2nd Life Media Inc | Southwestern Trails Cultural Heritage Association /AlamogordoTownNews.org | KALH Radio | New Mexico Conservative News/ 47thVoice.com
Effective June 1, 2024
Legal & Publishing Structure
2nd Life Media Inc is a New Mexico for-profit corporation that owns and licenses the brands, domains, and trademarks AlamogordoTownNews.org, NewMexicoConservativeNews.com, the47thVoice.com, Block12.org, and KRAZY KALH Streaming Radio to the 501(c)(4) nonprofit Southwestern Trails Cultural Heritage Association (STCHA).
The media platforms operate as a 501(c)(4) social-welfare nonprofit, which allows it to engage in unlimited issue advocacy and limited candidate-related speech in service of the civic betterment of Otero County and the Tularosa Basin—activities that would be restricted or prohibited for a traditional 501(c)(3) charity
A 501(c)(4) organization may directly or indirectly support or oppose a candidate for public office or a political cause as long as such activities are not a substantial amount of its activities making up less then 49.5% of activities per IRS regulations.
Southwestern Trails Cultural Heritage Association is solely and exclusively responsible for all platforms:
• All written, spoken, and streamed content
• All editorial decisions, reporting, commentary, and programming
2nd Life Media Inc has no role in content creation, editing, or publication. Its function is limited to brand licensing and technical and studio rental.
Legal inquiries, retraction demands, or complaints regarding content must be directed exclusively to:
Southwestern Trails Cultural Heritage Association
ChrisEdwards@KALHRadio.org with legal notices required to be received via certified mail directed to Chris Edwards at Studio Q, 1209 New York Avenue, Alamogordo, New Mexico 88310
Who We Are
We are Southern New Mexico’s most-read and listened to independent news and broadcasting organization, proudly based in the historic Alamogordo MainStreet district (Block 12 – 1209 Studio Q). Through our licensed platforms we deliver daily local news, investigative reporting, sports, arts, culture, politics, and community celebration to 20,000–25,000 readers and listeners every day across web, streaming radio, YouTube, podcast, and social channels.
We are independent of big corporate media, big oil, big healthcare, and all political parties. Our affiliated companies are members of the Online News Association and LION Publishers (Local Independent Online News).
Our Mission
• Celebrate what makes Alamogordo and the Tularosa Basin exceptional
• Spotlight local business, arts, tourism, fitness, and achievement
• Provide deeper, fact-based coverage than corporate-owned competitors
• Challenge leadership—left, right, or center—to transparency, collaboration, and policies that serve the broad community, not just privileged insiders
• Advocate for strong public education, STEM + vocational training, tourism, cultural revitalization, and Second-Chance empowerment
Editorial & Ethical Standards
(Governed exclusively by the Southwestern Trails Cultural Heritage Association Editorial Board)
1. Accuracy – We verify facts against primary documents and on-the-record sources. Errors are corrected quickly, transparently, and permanently noted.
2. Fairness – Subjects of criticism are contacted in advance when possible and given space to respond.
3. Transparency – Sources are named unless safety or whistleblower protection requires anonymity (and the reason is explained). All articles are permanently archived via the Internet Archive, archive.today, and Harvard’s Perma.cc (for high-impact stories).
4. Independence – No advertiser, sponsor, or donor influences story selection or framing. Underwriting is clearly labeled and never trades for coverage.
5. Voice – Our core editorial stance is constitutionalist, limited-government, pro-Second Amendment, pro-free speech, and pro-community self-reliance. Opinion and commentary are labeled; the “Community Voices” section hosts diverse viewpoints.
6. Conflicts – Personal or financial interests that could affect coverage are disclosed.
7. Standards – We follow the journalistic guidelines of LION Publishers and the Society of Professional Journalists. Complaints are reviewed by the Editorial Board within seven days (ethics@2ndlifemedia.org). An annual Transparency Report is published each January.
We exist to showcase #ExclusivelyAlamogordo and #AlamogordoProud stories while holding power accountable—so our community can return to the glory days of excellence in education, business, arts, and culture.
Whether covering youth organizing in Las Cruces, environmental justice in the Mesilla Valley, or statewide policy debates, The 47th Voice News is more than a publication—it’s a call to action.
Progressive Ideas. Southwest Voices.
Welcome to The 47th Voice News—a new edition in the legacy of independent media.
To learn more or for editorial submissions email ChrisEdwards@KALHRadio.org
Signed,
Rene Sepulveda – Publisher Chairman of the Board
Chris Edwards – Journalist, Author Editor-in-Chief
Anthony Lucero Independent Editorial Director and Program Manager Streaming KALHRadio.org
John Edwards Board Member Southwestern Trails Cultural Heritage Association
Steven Edwards Board Member Southwestern Trails Cultural Heritage Association
Charlie Edwards Board 2nd Life Media
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Ashley Edwards Board Vice Chair 2nd Life Media Inc
Acerca de The 47th Voice News
The 47th Voice News es una publicación progresista con raíces en el corazón del sur de Nuevo México, dedicada a amplificar ideas audaces y perspectivas diversas en toda la región. Nombrada en honor al lugar de Nuevo México como el estado número 47 en unirse a la Unión, nuestra misión es elevar el diálogo cívico, desafiar narrativas arraigadas y celebrar las voces que dan forma a nuestras comunidades.
Esta publicación representa una expansión estratégica del alcance de 2nd Life Media Inc, uniéndose a una familia de plataformas independientes que incluye:
• AlamogordoTownNews.org – Periodismo comunitario e investigativo para el condado de Otero
• Krazy KALHRadio.org – Radio en streaming con sabor local y compromiso cívico
• NewMexicoConservativeNews.org – Análisis político desde una perspectiva conservadora
Juntas, estas plataformas forman un ecosistema mediático plural, comprometido con la verdad, la transparencia y la narración inclusiva. Aunque The 47th Voice News tiene una orientación editorial progresista, su misión central es ofrecer un espacio para puntos de vista diversos, empoderamiento ciudadano y unidad regional.
Ya sea cubriendo el activismo juvenil en Las Cruces, la justicia ambiental en el Valle de Mesilla o debates legislativos a nivel estatal, The 47th Voice News es más que una publicación: es un llamado a la acción.
Ideas progresistas. Voces del suroeste.
Bienvenido a The 47th Voice News—una nueva edición en el legado del periodismo independiente.
ChrisEdwards@KALHRadio.org