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WATCH: U.S Attorney’s office in Las Cruces to announce multi-agency efforts to disrupt transnational human trafficking and smuggling
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NM governor says special session ‘was not fair,’ but she won’t punish wildfire survivors for it
More than a week after a contentious special legislative session, New Mexico’s governor still has not signed the single piece of legislation lawmakers sent to her desk. As part of a wide ranging five-hour-long town hall meeting in Las Cruces on Thursday night, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham talked about House Bill 1, the only proposal […]
NMSU names Rick Marlatt next associate dean of Graduate School
New Mexico State University has selected Rick Marlatt to serve as associate dean of the Graduate School. He began his role on July 1. “I am honored to join the Graduate School at New Mexico State University and am tremendously excited to contribute to the vision of empowering graduate students to succeed throughout their academic endeavors and beyond,” he said.
Love’s Opens Ohio Site, Remodels New Mexico Store
Love’s Travel Stops recently announced the opening of two stores — one in Delphos, Ohio, which is a new store, and one in Las Cruces, N.M., a remodeled site. The Ohio site is located off of US 30 and Lincoln Highway and is open 24/7. Inside, the c-store offers all the amenities Love’s is known for including fresh food and drinks, Love’s-branded snacks and a Hardees. For drivers, the location adds 86 truck parking spaces to Love’s network.
Golf tournament benefits Serving Seniors
The Southwest Center on Aging and Friends invite all golfers to play in and support their charity golf tournament at the New Mexico State University Golf Course on Friday, Sept. 30. All proceeds will be donated in support of local seniors in our community through Serving Seniors of Southern New Mexico. The organization aims to improve health and quality of life for the thousands of older adults living in this part of New Mexico.
Las Cruces administrator Bencomo among finalist for Doña Ana County manager
Doña Ana County has moved closer to hiring a county manager. The Board of County Commissioners released a list of four finalists this week. According to a news release, the candidates will be on-site for interviews and community visits Aug. 9 and Aug. 10. Community feedback will be collected in-person and through an online portal on the Doña Ana County website at that time. ...
NMSU alumnus continues support for future scholars with Joe Anaya Memorial Scholarship
Honoring his father’s legacy of supporting higher education, NMSU College of Business alumnus Michael F. D. Anaya is giving back to students in his own way by providing the Joe Anaya Memorial Scholarship. “My father was a true role model for me, along with my mother, Grace Anaya,” he...
National Night Out is Aug. 6
National Night Out – the annual event that promotes drug and crime prevention, strengthens community relations, and encourages neighborhood camaraderie – will be held Tuesday, Aug. 6, in downtown Las Cruces. The free and kid-friendly event is scheduled for 6-9 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2024, along Main Street...
Rising Stars Converge in Las Cruces for Fourth Annual Arts Lab Desert Peaks
Dark Circles Contemporary Dance ignites the summer with Arts Lab Desert Peaks, a transformative two-week workshop for aspiring and professional dancers. From July 22 to August 3, 2024, Las Cruces transforms into a vibrant hub of artistic exploration and creativity. The program welcomes 14 professional dancers from prestigious companies like...
New Mexico St. volleyball adds Aggie legend to staff, Lia Mosher
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – New Mexico State volleyball adds Lia Mosher to its staff ahead of the 2024 season, a former legend within its program. Mosher spent five seasons playing under head coach Mike Jordan, now joining him on the bench as the teams assistant coach. The former middle blocker played in 140 matches […]
Southern New Mexicans grapple with public safety concerns after abrupt special legislative session
New Mexico’s special legislative session to address public safety began and ended in a matter of hours. The sole bill that made it to the governor’s desk addressed funding for wildfire recovery efforts and appropriated $3 million to fund assisted outpatient treatment programs and competency diversion pilot programs. Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham called the session one of the most disappointing days of her career due to the lack of action taken by the legislature.
USDA extends D-SNAP program to over 25k households
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Some low-income residents affected by recent wildfires and flooding in northern New Mexico, will be eligible for help in getting food on the table. The Department of Agriculture is extending the D-SNAP program to over 25,000 additional households that did not fall under the program in San Juan and Rio Arriba counties. […]
FEMA warns of scam calls related to wildfire, flood relief
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – If you applied for FEMA assistance following the Ruidoso wildfires and flooding in New Mexico, you should be aware that FEMA may call from an unfamiliar number. The agency says it is important to answer those calls as representatives are calling for many reasons like issues with applications, scheduling inspections, or just […]
New Mexico Gas Company to increase rates
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — New Mexico Gas Company has permission to increase customer rates in 2024. It submitted therate request in September 2023. The rate increase will take effect on Oct. 1. It was unanimously approved by the state Public Regulation Commission on Thursday, July 25. Your neighborhood: Local news...
NM tax-free weekend on Aug. 2-4
Back-to-school shopping is all the buzz with tax-free weekend’s upcoming arrival. At 12:01 a.m. Aug. 2, shops will welcome customers looking to score items free of tax. This event will end on the following Sunday, Aug. 4. Tax-free weekend is placed on select items, such as, clothing or shoes...
Herschbach, Tafoya named All-State baseball players
Magdalena Steers juniors Javen Tafoya and Ayden Herschbach have been named to the New Mexico High School Coaches Association All-State baseball teams after their performances in the 2024 baseball season. “Getting selected as an all-state athlete is a huge honor. It means you are one of the best athletes in...
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