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There were 131 fewer active legal licenses in Dona Ana County in February compared to the previous month, according to the State Bar of New Mexico.

NMSU to host Fulbright Week beginning today

New Mexico State University will host Fulbright Week this week featuring four sessions on Fulbright opportunities for both students and faculty. According to Andrea Orzoff, director of the Fellowships Office at NMSU, the Fulbright Program provides students with the chance to explore opportunities beyond the United States. Orzoff emphasized, "Through Fulbright, NMSU students have won full funding for an academic year, to do amazing things outside the U.S." She added, "They have earned master’s degrees in the United Kingdom, taught English in Romania, and researched arid-land...

Small Businesses Can Apply for Storefront Repair Grants Through New Program

The Small Business Storefront Repair Program has recently been launched, offering small businesses the opportunity to apply for up to $2,500 in grant funding to assist with repairing storefront property damages. The funds are specifically designated for damages that occurred on or after January 1, 2021, providing support for businesses to address both current and past damages out of pocket. Applications are now open for businesses that have been operational since May 11, 2023.ABC Printing on Main Street is among the businesses that have already benefited from this...

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Sierra County in week ending Mar. 23?

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Sierra County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 23, according to GasBuddy.com.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Doña Ana County in week ending Mar. 23?

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Doña Ana County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 23, according to GasBuddy.com.

There were 3 fewer active legal licenses in Denton County in February than previous month

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

There were 1,369 fewer active legal licenses in Bernalillo County in February than previous month

There were 1,369 fewer active legal licenses in Bernalillo County in February compared to the previous month, according to the State Bar of New Mexico.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Sierra County in week ending Mar. 23?

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Sierra County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 23, according to GasBuddy.com.

Which former SW New Mexico News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 25?

These former SW New Mexico News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 25.

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SW New Mexico News area weekly mass times

By SW New Mexico News | Mar 23, 2024

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

Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Doña Ana County in week ending Mar. 16

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Doña Ana County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

Doña Ana County Administrative Offices to Close on March 29 for Spring Holiday

Doña Ana County has announced that its administrative offices will be closed on Friday, March 29, for the Spring Holiday. The closure is to thank employees for their dedication and service to the residents of the county throughout the year.In a statement, the county stated, "County administrative offices will be closed for Spring Holiday, Friday Mar. 29 to thank employees for their service and commitment to the residents of Doña Ana County, year-round."While the administrative offices will be closed, first responders for emergencies, such as fire and law enforcement, as...

84.1% of Sierra County residents old enough to vote in 2021

Of the 11,512 citizens living in Sierra County in 2021, 84.1% were old enough to vote, equating to 9,679 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

New Mexico Film "Little Brother" to Open the Las Cruces International Film Festival April 3

The Las Cruces International Film Festival is set to kick off its opening night with showings of the New Mexico film "Little Brother," directed by Sheridan O’Donnell, a Korean American writer and director. The film, which has garnered multiple award nominations and accolades, will be featured on April 3 at the Allen Theatre Cineport 10 at 700 S. Telshor Boulevard."We are looking forward to the filmmakers and stars of the film who will attend and greet the audience and host a question-and-answer session after the screenings," expressed Ross Marks, the festival's executive...

NMSU Board of Regents to convene for special meeting March 28