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New Mexico State University’s Cooperative Extension Service will host the inaugural “Making a Living on 5 Acres or Less” workshop on September 5 at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, located at 2401 12th Street NW in Albuquerque. The event is a collaboration between the Santa Fe and Bernalillo County Extension offices.

NMSU alum selected for national genomic research fellowship

Mike Lopez, a recent graduate of New Mexico State University (NMSU), has been selected as one of 10 post-baccalaureate genome analysts for the American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG)-National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) Genomics and Public Service Fellowship. This fellowship is part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and will span two years starting July 1.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Luna County in week ending June 22?

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Luna County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 22, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Dona Ana County had 21 fewer active licenses to practice law in May than previous month

There were 21 fewer active legal licenses in Dona Ana County in May compared to the previous month, according to the State Bar of New Mexico.

Las Cruces Public Schools hosts summer commencement for Class of 2024

By SW New Mexico News | Jun 26, 2024

Summer students in Las Cruces Public Schools’ Class of 2024 will participate in commencement exercises on Friday, June 28 at Las Cruces High School. The ceremony will take place inside the gym at 6 p.m., with doors opening at 5 p.m.

Doña Ana County to close administrative offices for Independence Day

By SW New Mexico News | Jun 26, 2024

Doña Ana County’s administrative offices will be closed Thursday, July 4 and Friday, July 5, in observance of Independence Day and Employee Appreciation Day, respectively.

El Paso County: 17 fewer active licenses to practice law in May than previous month

There were 17 fewer active legal licenses in El Paso County in May compared to the previous month, according to the State Bar of New Mexico.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Sierra County in week ending June 22?

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Sierra County was found at two gas stations in the week ending June 22, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Luna County in week ending June 22?

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Luna County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 22, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

2 fewer lawyers with active licenses to practice in Denton County in May than previous month

There were two fewer active legal licenses in Denton County in May compared to the previous month, according to the State Bar of New Mexico.

There were 240 fewer active legal licenses in Bernalillo County in May than previous month

There were 240 fewer active legal licenses in Bernalillo County in May compared to the previous month, according to the State Bar of New Mexico.

International students pursue master's degrees at New Mexico State University

Ahmed Mohammed is no stranger to helping those in need. More than a decade ago, Mohammed, then a medical student in Egypt, regularly volunteered to aid refugees passing through the Libyan desert during his school breaks. For three years, two of which coincided with the Arab Spring, he drew on his skills and sense of compassion to help displaced individuals and families seeking medical attention.

New Mexico State University hosts annual 'Physics Summer Camp' for local high schoolers

New Mexico State University (NMSU) is hosting its annual "Physics Summer Camp" through the Department of Physics, aimed at introducing high school students to various physics disciplines and related sciences. The camp, held in Gardiner Hall, features lectures, lab tours, and hands-on activities led by NMSU physics students.

1 gas station in cities throughout Sierra County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending June 22

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Sierra County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 22, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Cities located in Doña Ana County saw FDA inspections of 2 companies in Q1

There were two companies in cities associated with Doña Ana County that received two FDA inspections in the first quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Grant County in week ending June 22

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Grant County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 22, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

1 gas station in cities throughout Otero County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending June 22

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Otero County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 22, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

New elementary school construction progresses in Las Cruces

The outline of Las Cruces Public School's newest facility, Columbia Elementary, is beginning to take shape. In a recent video update, the earthwork continues, stem wall construction is in progress, and plumbing rough-in has commenced on the lower level of the school.

New robotics club empowers NMSU students

Maria Adeliz Ordoñez, a former high school VEX Robotics champion, found the absence of a college-level robotics team at New Mexico State University (NMSU) an opportunity to fill a gap. In fall 2022, she initiated the formation of NM State Robotics.

NMSU regents to hold closed meeting on June 28