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Loudoun County Public Schools celebrates state wrestling qualifiers

Meet the wrestling qualifiers from CHS, OMHS, and LCHS as they prepare for the state competition.

By SW New Mexico News | Feb 20, 2025

Gabe Vasquez addresses veterans' benefits and job security concerns in recent updates

Congressman Gabe Vasquez highlights his team's efforts in securing veterans' benefits while recognizing local leaders like Scott Johnson for their contributions to community safety.

By SW New Mexico News | Feb 19, 2025

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Las Cruces City Council approves Realize Las Cruces development code update

By SW New Mexico News | Feb 19, 2025

Las Cruces City Council convened on February 18, 2025, to approve significant updates to the city's development code.

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Las Cruces police investigate critical stabbing on Telshor Boulevard

By SW New Mexico News | Feb 19, 2025

Las Cruces police are investigating a stabbing incident that left a 34-year-old man critically injured.

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Police auditor plans community meeting in Las Cruces

By SW New Mexico News | Feb 19, 2025

The OIR Group, hired by the City of Las Cruces in 2021 to audit the police department, will hold its second community outreach meeting on February 24.

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Spring Break Dance Camp registration opens February

By SW New Mexico News | Feb 19, 2025

Parks and Recreation will host a Spring Break Dance Camp for children aged 5 to 10.

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Impact25 and ¡Sábado Gigante! merge to focus on bilingual education and technology

By SW New Mexico News | Feb 19, 2025

Registration is now open for the combined event of Impact25 and ¡Sábado Gigante!, scheduled for March 28-29, 2025, at Organ Mountain High School.

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Las Cruces schools open nominations for principal of the year

By SW New Mexico News | Feb 19, 2025

Parents, students, staff, and community members are invited to participate in the nomination process for the 2026 Las Cruces Public Schools Principal of the Year.

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Discussion on crisis hotline for older adults scheduled by Las Cruces libraries

By SW New Mexico News | Feb 18, 2025

Las Cruces Public Libraries and AARP are organizing a discussion titled "Adulting for Older Adults: 988 Suicide and Crisis Hotline."

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Fire displaces three residents and causes power outage in Las Cruces

By SW New Mexico News | Feb 18, 2025

A fire early Sunday morning damaged a mobile home in Las Cruces, displacing three residents and causing a temporary power outage to nearby homes.

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Applications open for NMSU's summer STEM Mavericks Camp

By SW New Mexico News | Feb 18, 2025

New Mexico State University's Physical Science Laboratory is set to host the STEM Mavericks summer camp for high school students in the Las Cruces area.

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Gabe Vasquez emphasizes dedication to New Mexicans and announces new Social Security law

By SW New Mexico News | Feb 15, 2025

U.S. Congressman Gabe Vasquez highlights his focus on serving New Mexico's residents while celebrating the passage of key legislation benefitting public servants with increased Social Security benefits as shared in posts dated February 12-15, 2025

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Las Cruces Sings honor choir performs at Organ Mountain High School

By SW New Mexico News | Feb 15, 2025

On February 14, the 5th grade Honor Choir, known as 'Las Cruces Sings,' performed at the Performing Arts Center of Organ Mountain High School.

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Las Cruces Public Schools reiterates clear bag policy for event venues

By SW New Mexico News | Feb 14, 2025

Las Cruces Public Schools has issued a reminder to parents, students, fans, and community members about the clear bag policy in effect at its indoor and outdoor event venues.

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Las Cruces police investigate fatal crash involving two vehicles

By SW New Mexico News | Feb 14, 2025

Las Cruces police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred on Thursday afternoon at the intersection of Griggs Avenue and Hermosa Street.

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Branigan Book Club to discuss 'James' by Percival Everett on February 25

By SW New Mexico News | Feb 13, 2025

Las Cruces Public Libraries has announced the upcoming meeting of the Branigan Book Club, set for February 25.

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Las Cruces police auditor plans community outreach meeting

By SW New Mexico News | Feb 12, 2025

The OIR Group, tasked by the City of Las Cruces to audit the Las Cruces Police Department since 2021, is set to host its second community outreach meeting.