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  • Schools

    NMSU Art Museum Juried Student Show Showcases Diverse Student Works

    The University Art Museum at New Mexico State University is gearing up to showcase the talent of its students in the upcoming Juried Student Show, which will feature more than 30 works from various student artists. This year's juror, El Paso-born artist Celia Álvarez Muñoz, carefully selected 32 works from 28 different NMSU students for the exhibition.Speaking about the selection process, Álvarez Muñoz expressed her pleasure in seeing a diverse range of thought-provoking statements translated into strong works of art in various mediums by NMSU students. She emphasized the...

  • Local Government

    38 Candidates file for the 2024 Primary Election on Filing Day

    A total of 38 major-party candidates have submitted their declarations to run for their respective offices for the 2024 Primary Election in Doña Ana County. The filing took place on Tuesday, March 12, at the Doña Ana County Government Center, as mandated by NM Stat 1-8-26.The candidates who filed included individuals running for non-federal, statewide, and countywide positions such as State Senator, State Representative, District Attorney, Magistrate Court Judge, County Clerk, County Treasurer, and County Commissioner. Candidates running for Federal offices had filed...

  • Local Government

    County Marks Opening of New Fire Station Serving Southern Region

    Doña Ana County, NM - The southern region of Doña Ana County welcomed the official opening of the new Fire Station 2 located at 3230 Anthony Drive in Anthony, NM. The grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony held on Wednesday, March 13, marked the presence of a hub for training and infrastructure for the southern part of Doña Ana County."This station represents a huge milestone for us, and especially the services we can provide for Doña Ana County," stated Fire Chief Shannon Cherry. "Over the next few weeks, the final touches will be added, with an expected full...

  • Schools

    NMSU College of ACES to Host Open House on April 6

    New Mexico State University’s College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences is gearing up to welcome the public to its fifth annual ACES Open House on Saturday, April 6. The event, set to take place from 9 a.m. to noon on the Las Cruces campus, promises a day filled with educational and interactive activities for attendees of all ages.“This is an opportunity for the Las Cruces and NMSU communities to catch a glimpse of the activities our students, faculty and staff engage in,” expressed College of ACES Dean Rolando A. Flores Galarza. “This event highlights...

  • Local Government

    County Planning and Zoning Commission Seeks Four New Members

    Doña Ana County is actively seeking residents to join the Planning and Zoning Commission, a vital board responsible for reviewing land-use and development matters. The commission currently has four seats available for interested individuals, and applications will be accepted until Friday, April 5th.According to the announcement, "Applications will be accepted through 5 p.m. Friday, April 5 for the four seats currently available on the commission." Successful applicants will serve on the commission for two-year staggered terms, as stated, "Planning and Zoning Commission...

  • Local Government

    Road Department to Apply Fog Seal in Mesilla Park

    The Engineering & Road Department of Doña Ana County has announced plans to apply a fog seal on several roads in Mesilla Park starting Thursday, Mar. 14 through Friday, Mar. 22. The affected roads include San Bonifacio Arc, San Leonardo Court, San Pascual Street, Sanctuary Avenue, Santa Lucia Arcade, and Santanova Arc.According to the statement released, a fog seal is "an application of a specially formulated asphalt emulsion, or thin liquid oil to seal narrow cracks, restore some flexibility to the pavement surface and help preserve its underlying structure."In light...

  • Local Government

    City of Las Cruces Launches Realize Las Cruces Project to Update Land Development Code

    The City of Las Cruces has announced a significant initiative to update its Land Development Code through the Realize Las Cruces project. According to a statement from the city, the project aims to regulate the use and development of land within the City limits and surrounding areas in certain cases.The project has reached a milestone as the initial draft of the revised development code is now available for public review and comment. The city has set the initial comment period to run until April 5, 2024, providing residents and stakeholders with an opportunity to offer...

  • Schools

    NMSU Physics graduate students host Physics Fun Day for families, local schools

    New Mexico State University is gearing up to host an exciting and educational event titled “Physics Fun Day” on March 22. The event, organized by the Physics Graduate Student Organization (PGSO), aims to engage the public in hands-on physics experiments and demonstrations.“‘Physics Fun Day’ is the fusion of learning and laughter,” said Binisha Marahatta, president of PGSO. “Our physics fun day promises to be an unforgettable experience that will leave attendees inspired and eager to delve deeper into the mysteries of the things around us.”The event will feature various...

  • Schools

    NMSU Regents Vote to Launch New Presidential Search

    The New Mexico State University Board of Regents convened in a regular meeting on Monday and unanimously decided to kickstart a new search for the university system's next president. Chair of the Board of Regents, Ammu Devasthali, expressed the reasoning behind this decision, stating, "After careful consideration, I do not believe that any of the current finalists fully meet the needs of New Mexico State University at this critical juncture." Devasthali emphasized the importance of finding the right leader for the university, noting that while the candidates presented...

  • Local Government

    Chalk the Plaza Call for Artists

    Las Cruces, Mar 11 2024 - The City Art Board and Las Cruces Public Art have announced the upcoming Chalk the Plaza event set to take place at the ¡MIRA! Las Cruces spring festival on April 27. The event is a street chalk art competition scheduled from noon to 6 p.m.According to the organizers, participating artists or artist teams will have the opportunity to compete for the People's Choice Award and Best of Show. Prizes for the event are generously provided by Visit Las Cruces.Those interested in learning more about the event and submitting an application are...

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