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Old Taos Hwy Closure, Detour Friday

Old Taos Hwy. Closed 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tomorrow


New Mexico campaign courts blood donors in wake of pandemic after more than 1,600 drives canceled

Much of the nation is in dire need of blood donations due not only to the pandemic but also the toll taken by Hurricane Ida and wildfires in the western U.S.; blood don​ation centers are trying to keep up with the demand despite hesitation due to the pandemic.


FY21 Results Indicate Economic Recovery

Key sectors of the Santa Fe economy performed well throughout the 2021 fiscal year that concluded in June, and other sectors that had lagged roared back to life starting in February.


For cartels, 'it doesn't matter which product is being sold;' as border crossings rise, so does human trafficking

A recent report indicates that migrants are at higher risk for being victims of human trafficking.


PNM's $8 billion merger with energy giant Avangrid ultimately 'helps our customers' in New Mexico

Public Service Company of New Mexico has joined forces with Connecticut’s Avangrid in an $8 billion merger where both entities are hoping to take full advantage of their experience in renewable energy, the Santa Fe New Mexican reported.


'I feel like it’s super beneficial': New Mexico pre-K educators eligible for wage increase program

New Mexico is launching a new initiative to increase wages for early childhood teachers, directors and staff.


'Not shying away from climate action,' El Paso Electric turns to solar power to diversify portfolio, cover anticipated 2022-23 shortfall

El Paso Electric Company says that its generation mix for 2022-2023 includes purchasing bids for natural gas, solar and battery storage, according to a press release.




Counsel: Albuquerque's Backstreet Grill forced to close after 'face diaper' mask mandate dispute, not over refusing food-safety inspections

An Albuquerque Old Town restaurant didn’t want to obey public health rules, so it decided to stand up for what it believed in.


'Mosquero accepts people': Tiny village offers more than movie similarities in New Mexico desert

Parents and Pixar lovers are likely familiar with the 2006 motion picture where vehicles are brought to life and live in humanized realities—that film is situated around a middle-of-nowhere desert town buried in the past by the installation of an interstate highway and the neglect of the humble two-lane state road that feeds into the frozen-in-time community.


New Mexico Children's Foundation fundraiser generates more than $28,000 thanks to 'good donor base'

The New Mexico Children's Foundation is looking to raise money for the foundation's annual grant program, which funds programs in the state that benefit children and families, by hosting an online auction.


Claypalooza 2 with the Las Cruces Museum of Art and the Potters' Guild of Las Cruces

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City Council Recap for Sept. 7, 2021

The table of the Resolution was approved by the Council at its Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2021 meeting at City Hall.



Southside Teen Center Groundbreaking

Following the Governing Body's unanimous approval of the $9.2 million contract for the construction of the Southside Teen Center on Wednesday evening, there will be a ceremonial groundbreaking on the site at 10 a.m. next Tuesday, September 14.


City of Las Cruces Economic Development Policy Review Committee September 15, 2021 Agenda

City of Las Cruces Economic Development Policy Review Committee September 15, 2021 Agenda


City of Las Cruces Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting September 28, 2021 Agenda


Anna Ulibarri

Anna Ulibarri - August 11th, 1957 - September 3rd, 2021


Anthony Garcia

Anthony Garcia - April 17th, 1946 - September 6th, 2021