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The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Sierra County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Lubbock County: Unchanged number of active licenses to practice law in July compared to the previous month

There was an unchanged number of active legal licenses in Lubbock County in July compared to the previous month, according to the State Bar of New Mexico.

Las Cruces issues breach notice over unmet healthcare obligations

At a news conference Friday morning, Las Cruces City Manager Ikani Taumoepeau addressed a Notice of Material Breach that was delivered to Memorial Medical Center and LifePoint Health on Thursday, August 30, 2024. Taumoepeau expressed that the City would hold itself and its partners accountable to their commitments.

Suspect arrested in Buchanan Avenue stabbing death

Police have arrested the suspect believed to be responsible for Thursday morning’s stabbing death of a 30-year-old man in Las Cruces.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Sierra County in week ending Aug. 17?

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Sierra County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Award-winning graphic designer Yeohyun Ahn to speak at NMSU

NMSU's Department of Art will host a lecture by award-winning graphic designer, educator, and researcher Yeohyun Ahn at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 3, at the bleachers area in Devasthali Hall. The event will also be available via Zoom, with registration required.

Suspect arrested in Buchanan Avenue stabbing death

Police have arrested the suspect believed to be responsible for Thursday morning’s stabbing death of a 30-year-old man in Las Cruces.

Grant County: 19 lawyers with active licenses to practice law as of July

There were 19 lawyers with active licenses to practice in Grant County as of July, according to the State Bar of New Mexico.

There was an Unchanged number of active legal licenses in Luna County in July compared to the previous month

There was an unchanged number of active legal licenses in Luna County in July compared to the previous month, according to the State Bar of New Mexico.

NMSU announces recipients for distinguished alumni awards

The New Mexico State University Foundation has announced the 2024 recipients of the Distinguished Alumni Awards, including the James F. Cole Memorial Award for Service and the Young Alumni Service Award — the highest honors conferred upon former students.

NMSU secures $7M NSF grant for distributed additive manufacturing project

New Mexico State University has been awarded a four-year, $7 million grant from the National Science Foundation through the Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) and its Research Incubators for STEM Excellence Research Infrastructure Improvement (E-RISE RII). The grant aims to enhance research competitiveness in New Mexico, build partnerships across academic and non-academic sectors, and create workforce development opportunities.

Fire departments sign automatic aid agreement for enhanced regional response

In a landmark initiative to enhance regional emergency response capabilities, Doña Ana County and the New Mexico State University Fire Department, the City of Sunland Park, the City of Las Cruces, the NASA/White Sands Test Facility, and the Town of Mesilla have signed an Automatic Aid Agreement for fire services.

Las Cruces hosts series of community engagement events

Join us for a multi-day workshop, where we will be envisioning the future of the El Paseo and S. Solano MRA area. During this workshop, various design options will be explored, feedback reviewed, and catalytic projects designed to improve public spaces, housing, and local amenities.

Las Cruces Public Schools seeks volunteers for Budget Survey Committee

Las Cruces Public Schools is seeking community volunteers to serve on a Budget Survey Committee for the upcoming fiscal year.

Las Cruces Police Department's next 'Bridging the Badge' focuses on youth services

The Las Cruces Police Department’s next Bridging the Badge livestream, scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 27, will focus on youth services provided by the City of Las Cruces.

Brazilian academic joins NMSU as meat science professor

Francine Mezzomo Giotto, originally from Concórdia, Brazil, has joined New Mexico State University (NMSU) as a meat science professor in the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences.

Las Cruces offers fall break camp for K-5 students

The City of Las Cruces Parks and Recreation Department will offer a two-week camp during Las Cruces Public Schools’ Fall Break and Intersession, from Monday, Sept. 23 through Friday, Oct. 4, 2024.

Know Your City Seminar Series begins in Las Cruces on September4

The City of Las Cruces invites residents to participate in the "Know Your City Seminar Series," starting September 4 and running through November 13, 2024. The sessions will be held on Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. at the City Council Chambers, located at 700 N. Main Street, except for the October 23 Utilities Open House session, which will take place at Las Cruces Utilities, 680 N. Motel Boulevard.

NMSU debuts official hot air balloon at upcoming events