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Skechers Offers Scholarships to Graduating Seniors
The Skechers Foundation provides $200,000 in scholarships to support 40 high-achieving high school seniors. This scholarship program comprises four individual scholarship programs: Who is eligible
Tostitos Recall
The Food and Drug Administration increased the recall of one of Frito-Lay’s most popular chips to Class I, meaning “there is a reasonable probability” that
April is National Alcohol Awareness Month
SANTA FE – Alcohol Awareness Month is an ideal time to educate ourselves and others about alcohol-related risks, such as cancer, chronic liver disease, and death,
Measles Cases on the Rise in New Mexico
The number of measles cases in New Mexico has climbed to 54, according to the state Department of Health, with nearly all cases concentrated in
Court tosses felony murder conviction of Las Cruces teen in 2021 shooting
The New Mexico Supreme Court has vacated the felony murder conviction of a Las Cruces teen involved in a 2021 house party shooting that left
Roadrunner Book Bank Hosts a Free Pop-Up Food Distribution
Las Cruces, NM (April 8, 2025) – Community members who need help with food are invited to a FREE pop-up food distribution on Saturday, April 12
State recognizes public health workers
SANTA FE — This week is the perfect time to recognize the contributions of public health workers and the impact they have on their communities.
Four Young Park Shooters Plead Not Guilty
This report from our friends at KFOX in El Paso. All four of the Young Park shooting suspects had their hearing Monday morning. All four
Tax Notices Delayed in Dona Ana County
From our partners at KVIA: Doña Ana County property owners can expect to receive their notices of value by May 1 this year, about a
Tim Brown to Speak at Annual Henson Community Breakfast in Las Cruces
Pro Football Hall of Famer Tim Brown will be the keynote speaker at the 17th annual Lou & Mary Henson Community Breakfast on Thursday, May
Measles cases top 50 mark
Spread remains contained to southeast region SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health reports the case count for measles has risen to 54.
CELEBRATING COMMUNITY EVENT NEXT WEEK
All Doña Ana Community College (DACC) students are invited to celebrate our community with an event focused on healthy living and the environment. The event,
COMMUNITY INVITED TO FINANCIAL WELLNESS FAIR
Doña Ana Community College (DACC)’s Financial Wellness Program invites the community to an event focused on financial education and resources. The college’s Financial Wellness Fair will
Savor the Flavors: Downtown El Paso Restaurant Week Returns April 3-14, 2025
WHAT: Downtown Restaurant Week 2025, presented by Scherr Law Firm and the El Paso Downtown Management District (DMD), invites food lovers to explore exclusive menus and
Open or Closed on Easter
TARGET has confirmed it will be participating in a shopping blackout in the coming weeks, shutting down all 1,978 of its stores for a full
FYI+, CYFD, and City of Las Cruces are Joining Forces to Recognize April as Child Abuse Prevention Month
Families & Youth Innovations Plus (FYI+ ), New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department (NMCYFD) and City of Las Cruces, are coming together to recognize
New Mexico childhood obesity report shows progress
SANTA FE – Obesity rates have decreased for third graders for the fourth consecutive year, based on the most recent data from 40 schools in
NM Senate Takes Historic Action to Protect Water
The New Mexico State Senate has passed a bill to give the state more control over its water and any possible attempts to pollute it . According
Travel Advisory for April 1
Travel advisories have been issued for Tuesday, April 1 in Southern New Mexico with the highest impact for strong winds and blowing dust from 6
Champions of Magic: Chasing the Unbelievable at the Spencer Theater
Following a decade touring the world as one of the most successful magic shows in history, the Champions Of Magic team are back with an
Raw frozen cat food recalled over Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza
LAS CRUCES, N.M. – Savage Pet has issued a voluntary recall of one of its products after it tested positive for the Highly Pathogenic Avian
BLM seeks input on proposed Black Mountain gen-tie transmission line
Project expected to transmit up to 100 MW of energy to the grid LAS CRUCES, N.M. – The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public
Special Session Expected on Crime Issues
Following Friday night’s mass shooting in Las Cruces, New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham lambasted lawmakers for what she described as a failure to take
FBI offers reward for information on suspect in Las Cruces bank robbery
The FBI and Las Cruces Police Department are seeking the public’s help in locating Daniel Guereca, who is wanted in connection to a bank robbery
Alleged Young Park Shooters Remain in Custody
All three juvenile defendants charged in connection with the March 21 shooting at Young Park will remain in custody pending further court proceedings, according to
Chaparral Combating Hunger
A new food pantry is in the works in Chaparral to combat hunger. Officials broke ground Oct. 11 on the pantry at 190 County Line
US 70/North Main Paving Begins
Crews are scheduled to pave the inside two lanes of westbound US 70/North Main Street beginning in the morning of Wednesday, March 26, 2025 and
Highlights from the Young Park Shooting Press Conference
The March 21 mass shooting at Young Park is believed to be the largest in recent New Mexico history in terms of total casualties, according
Police Arrest Fourth Suspect in Young Park Shooting
A 15-year-old boy was arrested Sunday afternoon for his involvement in Friday’s shooting at Young Park. About 12:20 p.m. Sunday, March 23, police arrested a
LCPD Press Conference Regarding Young Park Shooting
Friday Shooting Kills 3, Injures 14 Police are continuing to investigate Friday night’s shooting at Young Park that killed three and injured 14 others. You
Tawney, Acosta & Chaparro P.C. Leads Support with First Major $25,000 Donation for Young Park Shooting Victims
LAS CRUCES, NM – In the aftermath of the tragic mass shooting at Young Park on March 21, 2025, Tawney, Acosta & Chaparro P.C., a
LAS CRUCES MAYOR ERIC ENRIQUEZ TO RECEIVE LAS CRUCES INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL“HOMETOWN HERO” AWARD.
LAS CRUCES, NEW MEXICO— On APRIL 12th, 2025 the Las Cruces International Film Festival will honor Las Cruces Mayor Eric Enriquez with its esteemed “Hometown
Quick Online Test Checks Your Diabetes Risk
Small lifestyle changes can prevent life-altering disease SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) joins the American Diabetes Association (ADA) in recognizing Diabetes
2025 Sisbarro GMC Spring Fest Showdown!
Fun for the whole family! Free Event Brought to you by 575 Cars! Enjoy food, live music, activities, raffle giveaways, and special guests! Date: April
Possible measles exposure in Guadalupe and Valencia Counties
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) reports a Texas traveler visited Guadalupe and Valencia Counties while infectious with measles – creating
ANNUAL VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT TO ASSIST STUDENT FAMILIES
The public is invited to attend and participate in Doña Ana Community College (DACC)’s annual volleyball tournament to assist student families in need. The tournament
Economic report: state’s agriculture industry shows growth
NM’s food and agriculture sector contributes $45B to state economy LAS CRUCES, N.M. — The ninth annual Feeding the Economy report, released today by a coalition of
Senate confirms Gina DeBlassie as NM health secretary
SANTA FE – Today the New Mexico Senate unanimously confirmed Gina DeBlassie as the cabinet secretary of the New Mexico Department of Health. “Gina DeBlassie is the
Check Out Rhinos Hockey!
Want to take the family out to do something fun? Well, come by Bravo Mic Communications at 101 Perkins Drive for free Rhinos hockey
Measles cases rise to 33
Cases include one new case in Eddy County SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) reports the case count for measles has
Hantavirus death confirmed in Santa Fe
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) confirmed today that a 65-year-old woman from Santa Fe County has died of Hantavirus Pulmonary
Lea County resident tests positive for measles after death
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) confirms that a deceased resident of Lea County, who was unvaccinated, tested positive for measles. The official cause
Housing New Mexico celebrates grand opening of Hozho Center for Personal Enhancement
Yesterday (March 3rd), Housing New Mexico representatives joined partners and community leaders for the grand opening of the Hozho Center for Personal Enhancement to celebrate
Applications being accepted for Birthing Workforce Retention Fund
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) is accepting applications for the Birthing Workforce Retention Fund now through Friday, April 18. The fund provides grants to Certified
Bird flu found in Bernalillo County backyard flock
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – The New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) has detected highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), commonly known as “bird flu,” in a non-commercial
New Mexico launches comprehensive measles resource
State takes proactive active measures against outbreak SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) has launched a dedicated web resource to address the
Former Las Cruces Mayor Ken Miyagishima, the City’s Longest-Serving Mayor, Forms Exploratory Committee for Governor of New Mexico
Las Cruces, NM – February 27, 2025 – Ken Miyagishima, the longest-serving mayor of Las Cruces from 2007 to 2023, has announced the formation of
DACC PROFESSOR AWARDED FOR EXEMPLARY SERVICE
A Doña Ana Community College (DACC) professor has been recently recognized with a prestigious award in teaching. Assistant Professor in Business Joaquin Tadeo was given
School-Based Health Centers making a difference statewide
Over 80 centers help keep kids healthy and learning. SANTA FE — Children in New Mexico public schools can focus more on lessons after a
Measles outbreak declared in Lea County
Two additional cases diagnosed, more anticipated The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) reports two adult Lea County residents tested positive for measles Thursday– as
NMDA alerts residents about mystery seeds arriving in the mail
LAS CRUCES, N.M. – The New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) is warning residents about potentially dangerous foreign seeds arriving in unsolicited packages across New
DJ Johnny Kage set to headline 2025’s ¡mira! Las Cruces festival
New to the festival line a drone show, more live art, lucha libre performance LAS CRUCES, NM – Popular regional talent DJ Johnny Kage is
30th Annual Springfest!!!
It’s time to start getting excited! The 30th annual Springfest is coming to Young Park Saturday, April 19th from 10am to 3pm! Enjoy food, games,
Southeast New Mexico at risk for measles exposure
Texas investigating measles cases near New Mexico border SANTA FE — Two measles cases in Gaines County, Texas bordering New Mexico’s Lea County raises concern
New Business Center will Help Entrepreneurs
Providing essential resources to businesses in Southern New Mexico ALBUQUERQUE, NM – The New Mexico Minority Business Development Agency (NM MBDA) celebrated the opening of
Dwight Yoakam at the Pan Am Center
We are thrilled to welcome Dwight Yoakam to the Pan Am Center in Las Cruces May 16, 2025! Dwight will be joined by The Mavericks!
NMSU’s Jack Nixon reflects on career, donates tapes to NMSU Library
DATE: September 19, 2024 WRITER: Tatiana Favela, tfavela5@nmsu.edu, 575-646-7953 SOURCE: Jack Nixon, jonixon@nmsu.eduKnown for decades as the “Voice of the Aggies,” Jack Nixon is
Hawk Networks (Althea) Expands Affordable, Pay-As-You-Go Internet Services in Las Cruces
Las Cruces, NM – June 13, 2024 – According to a recent report by Broadband Now, nearly nine in ten New Mexico residents cannot purchase
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