Local Community Resource Directory
Keeping Cruces Connected
- Action Program for Animals
- Casa de Peregrinos
- Doña Ana County Humane Society
- Gospel West
- Jardin de Los Niños
- La Casa Inc.
- Las Cruces Roadrunners
- Los Leones de Mesilla
- March of Dimes
- MCH Family Outreach
- New Mexico Broadcast Resources
- New Mexico Humanities Council
- New Mexico Lions KidSight
- PDSGSNM
- Potters’ Guild of Las Cruces, Inc.
- Roadrunner Food Bank
- Southern New Mexico Diabetes Outreach
- Sunrise Lions Club
- United Way of Southwest New Mexico
- Antoinette Reyes for Las Cruces City Council
- Arturo Uribe Jr.
- Balderas for NM
- Ben Rawson
- Beverly Courtney for State Rep District 37
- Carlos Preciado for Doña Ana County Sheriff
- Charles “Chuck” Wendler
- Committee to Elect Micaela Lara Cadena
- CTE Johana Bencomo
- Dave T 4 36
- Enrique KiKi Vigil for Doña Ana County Sheriff
- Gary Johnson for Senate
- Gavin Clarkson for NM Secretary of State
- George Muñoz for Commissioner of Public Land
- Grace Duran for 3rd JDJ Division 8
- Gregory Smith for Mayor of Las Cruces
- Jesusita Dolores Lucero
- Joe Cervantes for New Mexico
- Joseph Aaron Bizzell for PRC District 5
- Ken Miyagishima for Las Cruces City Mayor
- Larry Roybal for Sheriff
- Madeline Hildebrandt for US State Rep
- Maria G. Pacheco for LCPS School Board
- Mattice for Mayor
- Michael Hendricks for NMAG
- Mick Rich for State Senate
- Mick Rich for US Senate
- New Mexicans for Michelle
- New Mexico for Pearce
- Orlando Jimenez for Doña Ana County Commissioner
- Our Values Pac
- Patrick Lyons for NM Land Commissioner
- Rick Little for State Rep District 53
- Robert Palacios for Las Cruces City Council District 4
- Sandy Jones for PRC District 5
- Shannon Reynolds for Doña Ana County Commissioner
- Stephen Fischmann for PRC District 5
- Steve Pearce for Governor
- Todd Garrison for Doña Ana County Sheriff
- Wayne Johnson for Auditor
- Xochitl Torres Small for Congress
- Yvette Herrell for Congress
Community News
Back-to-School Safety Reminders Issued for Las Cruces Drivers, Students and Families
DEMING — As Las Cruces Public Schools students return for the fall semester, the Las Cruces Police Department and New Mexico Department of Transportation are
Las Cruces Police to Host Public Safety Town Hall with Mayor, City Councilors
LAS CRUCES — The Las Cruces Police Department will host a town hall meeting July 29 featuring Mayor Eric Enriquez, all six City Councilors, Chief
Las Cruces Revises Strategic Plan Meeting Schedule to Add Evening Options
LAS CRUCES — The City of Las Cruces has updated its public meeting schedule for the City Strategic Plan Update after receiving community feedback requesting
Doña Ana County Welcomes New Employees Across Several Departments
LAS CRUCES — Doña Ana County is welcoming nine new employees who have joined departments serving residents throughout the county. The newest team members are
East Mesa Recreation Complex Welcomes New Public Art Sculpture “Dance of Life”
LAS CRUCES – Visitors to the East Mesa Public Recreation Complex are now being greeted by a new permanent public art installation celebrating movement, wellness
Las Cruces Utilities Warns Residents About Water Quality Scam
LAS CRUCES – Las Cruces Utilities is warning residents about a possible scam after receiving several reports of flyers or door hangers asking homeowners to
Rescue Teams Complete 12-Hour Mission to Save Injured Hiker in Organ Mountains
LAS CRUCES – Multiple southern New Mexico emergency response agencies worked together Sunday to rescue an injured hiker from the Organ Mountains after the individual
The ReInhabited Republic of New Mexico
Public Service Announcement The ReInhabited Republic of New Mexico will host a public program on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at 1 p.m. at Sunset Grill,
Science Fair Summer Coming to Branigan Library
LAS CRUCES – The City of Las Cruces Public Libraries is inviting students who participated in a school science fair during the 2025–2026 school year
Free Summer Produce Distributions Continue for LCPS Families
LAS CRUCES – Free fresh fruits and vegetables are available to the public this summer through Brighter Bites’ summer produce distributions at three Las Cruces
New Affordable Housing Community Peachtree Canyon Opens First Phase in Las Cruces
LAS CRUCES – City leaders, housing partners and residents gathered today to celebrate the ribbon cutting for Phase 1 of Peachtree Canyon Apartments, a new
Viva Vino Brings New Mexico Wine Festival to Las Cruces Memorial Day Weekend
LAS CRUCES – Viva Vino, the 2026 New Mexico Wine Festival in Las Cruces, will return Memorial Day weekend with three days of New Mexico
Free Food Distribution Set for DACC Campuses
DEMING – Doña Ana Community College will host two free food distributions for students and the public on Thursday, May 28. The drive-thru food pantries
Summer Swim Lesson Registration Set for May 30 in Las Cruces
LAS CRUCES – Registration for summer swim lessons through the City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Department will take place from 9 to 11
Free Summer Concert Series Returns To Las Cruces Parks
LAS CRUCES – The Music in the Park summer concert series is returning to Las Cruces with free live music scheduled every Sunday through the
Dancing, Smiles & Celebration: Senior Soirée Draws a Crowd!
The Senior Soirée kicked off in style at the Munson Senior Center, bringing together more than 200 attendees for an afternoon filled with connection, celebration,
Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive Set for May 9; Residents Asked to Leave Donations by Mailboxes
LAS CRUCES – Casa de Peregrinos is reminding residents that the annual Stamp Out Hunger food drive will take place next Saturday, May 9, offering
Doña Ana County Decommissions Inactive Volunteer Fire Station in Garfield
GARFIELD — The Doña Ana County Board of Commissioners has approved a resolution to officially decommission Fire Station 33 in Garfield, a former volunteer station
Cinco de Mayo Celebration in Mesilla Offers Weekend of Family Activities and Entertainment
MESILLA — Families are invited to head to Mesilla for a fun-filled Cinco de Mayo weekend featuring activities, live entertainment, and cultural experiences for all
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Set for Saturday Across Las Cruces
LAS CRUCES – Residents across Las Cruces and Doña Ana County will have an opportunity this weekend to safely dispose of expired, unused, or unwanted
Back-to-School Safety Reminders Issued for Las Cruces Drivers, Students and Families
DEMING — As Las Cruces Public Schools students return for the fall semester, the Las Cruces Police Department and New Mexico Department of Transportation are
Las Cruces Police to Host Public Safety Town Hall with Mayor, City Councilors
LAS CRUCES — The Las Cruces Police Department will host a town hall meeting July 29 featuring Mayor Eric Enriquez, all six City Councilors, Chief
Las Cruces Revises Strategic Plan Meeting Schedule to Add Evening Options
LAS CRUCES — The City of Las Cruces has updated its public meeting schedule for the City Strategic Plan Update after receiving community feedback requesting
Doña Ana County Welcomes New Employees Across Several Departments
LAS CRUCES — Doña Ana County is welcoming nine new employees who have joined departments serving residents throughout the county. The newest team members are
East Mesa Recreation Complex Welcomes New Public Art Sculpture “Dance of Life”
LAS CRUCES – Visitors to the East Mesa Public Recreation Complex are now being greeted by a new permanent public art installation celebrating movement, wellness
Las Cruces Utilities Warns Residents About Water Quality Scam
LAS CRUCES – Las Cruces Utilities is warning residents about a possible scam after receiving several reports of flyers or door hangers asking homeowners to
Rescue Teams Complete 12-Hour Mission to Save Injured Hiker in Organ Mountains
LAS CRUCES – Multiple southern New Mexico emergency response agencies worked together Sunday to rescue an injured hiker from the Organ Mountains after the individual
The ReInhabited Republic of New Mexico
Public Service Announcement The ReInhabited Republic of New Mexico will host a public program on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at 1 p.m. at Sunset Grill,
Science Fair Summer Coming to Branigan Library
LAS CRUCES – The City of Las Cruces Public Libraries is inviting students who participated in a school science fair during the 2025–2026 school year
Free Summer Produce Distributions Continue for LCPS Families
LAS CRUCES – Free fresh fruits and vegetables are available to the public this summer through Brighter Bites’ summer produce distributions at three Las Cruces
New Affordable Housing Community Peachtree Canyon Opens First Phase in Las Cruces
LAS CRUCES – City leaders, housing partners and residents gathered today to celebrate the ribbon cutting for Phase 1 of Peachtree Canyon Apartments, a new
Viva Vino Brings New Mexico Wine Festival to Las Cruces Memorial Day Weekend
LAS CRUCES – Viva Vino, the 2026 New Mexico Wine Festival in Las Cruces, will return Memorial Day weekend with three days of New Mexico
Free Food Distribution Set for DACC Campuses
DEMING – Doña Ana Community College will host two free food distributions for students and the public on Thursday, May 28. The drive-thru food pantries
Summer Swim Lesson Registration Set for May 30 in Las Cruces
LAS CRUCES – Registration for summer swim lessons through the City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Department will take place from 9 to 11
Free Summer Concert Series Returns To Las Cruces Parks
LAS CRUCES – The Music in the Park summer concert series is returning to Las Cruces with free live music scheduled every Sunday through the
Dancing, Smiles & Celebration: Senior Soirée Draws a Crowd!
The Senior Soirée kicked off in style at the Munson Senior Center, bringing together more than 200 attendees for an afternoon filled with connection, celebration,
Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive Set for May 9; Residents Asked to Leave Donations by Mailboxes
LAS CRUCES – Casa de Peregrinos is reminding residents that the annual Stamp Out Hunger food drive will take place next Saturday, May 9, offering
Doña Ana County Decommissions Inactive Volunteer Fire Station in Garfield
GARFIELD — The Doña Ana County Board of Commissioners has approved a resolution to officially decommission Fire Station 33 in Garfield, a former volunteer station
Cinco de Mayo Celebration in Mesilla Offers Weekend of Family Activities and Entertainment
MESILLA — Families are invited to head to Mesilla for a fun-filled Cinco de Mayo weekend featuring activities, live entertainment, and cultural experiences for all
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Set for Saturday Across Las Cruces
LAS CRUCES – Residents across Las Cruces and Doña Ana County will have an opportunity this weekend to safely dispose of expired, unused, or unwanted