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Ballet folklórico, a traditional Mexican folk dance, has evolved over centuries through contributions from Indigenous people of North America, Europeans, and Africans. At New Mexico State University (NMSU), this performance art has recently merged with another cultural expression to create a unique signature for the Pride of New Mexico Marching Band.

Doña Ana County sees decreased voter turnout in primary election

Approximately 15.58% or 14,770 ballots were cast by eligible voters in Doña Ana County for the 2024 Primary Election on June 4th. This turnout was less than the previous Primary Election in 2022, which saw 16.41% or 15,499 ballots cast. The turnout for the 2024 Primary Election was also less than the 2020 Primary Election, which saw 29.29% or 26,055 ballots cast.

NMSU alumni contribute significantly to Sundance award-winning film

At least a dozen alumni and a few current students from New Mexico State University’s Creative Media Institute (CMI) are credited crew members on a Sundance Film Festival award-winning film. "In the Summers," directed by Alessandra Lacorazza, received the U.S. Grand Jury Prize at this year’s Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah.

NMSU’s C-Suite Sprint invites NM tech startups

The Scale Up New Mexico program, supported by the United States Economic Development Administration and hosted at New Mexico State University's Arrowhead Center, is now accepting applications for its C-Suite Sprint online accelerator. This initiative is specifically designed for tech startups in New Mexico.

HUD increases income limits expanding eligibility for rental assistance

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recently increased the area median income (AMI) limits, which the County uses to determine eligibility for rent and utilities assistance.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Luna County in week ending June 1?

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Luna County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.

1 gas station in cities throughout Doña Ana County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending June 1

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Doña Ana County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.

County partners with NMDOT for road safety improvements

The guardrail on the south side of a bridge over Garfield Canal on Two Counties Road was damaged a couple of years ago. When County Engineer Mo Moabed looked into repairing it, the cost was prohibitive and the original build plans were not available.

Scale Up NM celebrates completion of second 2024 cohort's Pitch Deck Sprint

The Scale Up New Mexico program, partially funded by the United States Economic Development Administration and based at New Mexico State University’s Arrowhead Center, recently celebrated the completion of its second 2024 cohort's Pitch Deck Sprint accelerator program.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Luna County in week ending June 1?

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Luna County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.

NM WRRI announces upcoming Animas and San Juan Watersheds Conference

The New Mexico Water Resources Research Institute (NM WRRI) will host the 2024 Animas and San Juan Watersheds Conference, themed “Water Without Borders- Four Corners, Three Rivers,” on June 12-13 at the San Juan College Henderson Fine Arts Center in Farmington, New Mexico. The event will also be accessible online via Zoom.

Kathy Vigil honored with NMSBA award for improving student attendance

Kathy Vigil, Student Attendance and Engagement Support Coordinator for Las Cruces Public Schools (LCPS), has been recognized with the New Mexico School Boards Association (NMSBA) Award for Excellence in Student Achievement.

There were 22 active legal licenses in Valencia County as of April

There were 22 lawyers with active licenses to practice in Valencia County as of April, according to the State Bar of New Mexico.

NMSU Foundation appoints Patrick E. Stewart as VP of philanthropy

The New Mexico State University Foundation has appointed Patrick E. Stewart as its new vice president of philanthropy and alumni relations, effective July 29.

Sierra County: Seven lawyers with active licenses to practice law as of April

There were seven lawyers with active licenses to practice in Sierra County as of April, according to the State Bar of New Mexico.

Doña Ana County reports early voting turnout ahead of primary election

Early voting has concluded as preparations continue for the 2024 Primary Election. Saturday, June 1 marked the final day for early voting. Unofficial participation numbers indicate approximately 5,501 early ballots and 1,972 absentee ballots have been cast. As of Monday morning, 7.9% of eligible voters in Doña Ana County have participated.

KRWG earns multiple NMBA awards including station of year

The New Mexico Broadcasters Association (NMBA) has announced the winners of its 2024 Excellence in Broadcasting Awards. New Mexico State University’s KRWG public broadcasting station secured eight awards, including Station of the Year in radio for KRWG-FM.

LCPS Bilingual Community Outreach Program receives NMSBA excellence award

The LCPS Bilingual Community Outreach Program has been honored with the NMSBA Excellence in Student Achievement Award. The program's team, including Dr. Aine Garcia-Post, Ben Serrano, Martha Jasmine Granillo Saucedo, Cynthia Parmelee, and Karina Herrera, was recognized for their contributions to providing social supports, enrichment opportunities, and intervention services to students and their families.

SW New Mexico News area weekly mass times

The following parishes in the SW New Mexico News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

1 gas station in cities throughout Sierra County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending June 1