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What is “Copa de Vecinos (Neighbors Cup)”?
Copa de Vecinos is a competition designed to recapture the community-defining nature of local scholastic sports.
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BrucePac Recalls Nearly 10 Million Pounds of Ready-To-Eat Meat and Poultry Products Due to Possible Listeria Contamination
The ready-to-eat meat and poultry items were produced from June 19, 2024, to October 8, 2024. (Click Link for complete list of recalled products.)
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John Lewis Movie Viewing and Discussion at Branigan October 19
Lewis, a politician and civil rights activist who died in July 2020 at the age of 80, served a long and distinguished career of social activism and legislative action on civil rights, voting rights, gun control, health care reform and immigration.
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Cesar Chavez’s Granddaughter Continues His Legacy: Christine Chavez Reaches Out to Underserved Producers
“I remember my grandfather as a hard worker and most comfortable when he was around farmworkers.”
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Tai Chi Class Offered on Tuesdays at Branigan
Originating in ancient China, tai chi is one of the most effective exercises for a healthy mind and body.
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Deportes 📰
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✴︎ SportsWhat is “Copa de Vecinos (Neighbors Cup)”?
Copa de Vecinos is a competition designed to recapture the community-defining nature of local scholastic sports.
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NM State Hosts LA Tech in Tuesday Clash at Aggie Memorial Stadium
The Aggies and Bulldogs first met in 1967 and have shared a conference affiliation on three different occasions during the… read more
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Bearkats Take Lone Star State Finale
The busiest week of the Aggies’ Conference USA slate has come and gone. read more
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Aggies Outlast Owls to Collect Third Consecutive Home Win
On the day, the Aggies outshot the Owls 12-7 and despite recording just three shots on goal, were able to… read more
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✴︎ FoodBrucePac Recalls Nearly 10 Million Pounds of Ready-To-Eat Meat and Poultry Products Due to Possible Listeria Contamination
The ready-to-eat meat and poultry items were produced from June 19, 2024, to October 8, 2024. (Click Link for complete list of recalled products.)
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Bite into the History of the Green Chile Cheeseburger
No one can say for certain who was the first to slap green chile and cheese on a hamburger. (We can say that… read more
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NMSU HRTM students to host food,beverage events
New Mexico State University’s Department of Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Management students will host food and beverage events in the… read more
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Hammond’s Candies Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in Hammond’s Dark Chocolate Filled Mini Waffle Cones
Hammond’s Candies of Denver, CO is recalling 4-ounce bags of Dark Chocolate Filled Mini Waffle Cones because they may contain… read more
Pasillos 📰
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NMSU Office of Equity, Inclusion and Diversity Stretches “Indigenous Peoples Day” into a week-long celebration
Through various initiatives, the Office of Equity, Inclusion and Diversity works towards centering servingness and creating a welcoming space where individuals of diverse backgrounds can thrive and contribute to the richness of our academic and social fabric.
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NMSU Extension launches web version of financial literacy game
Managing money can be scary, and many aspects of financial literacy, such as credit scores, can lead to more questions… read more
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New Mexico State Police Partners with NMSU’s Criminal Justice Department
This partnership allows students to gain hands-on law enforcement experience while completing the final 15 credit hours of their bachelor’s… read more
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NMSU’s new CIO is returning alum committed to giving back to university
Jim Stanfill is bringing more than 30 years of IT leadership experience to New Mexico State University as its new… read more
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The Art 📰
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✴︎ Art
The Season of Edgar Allan Poe: Autumn, Halloween and The Falling Darkness
Poe lingered for four days in a windowless hospital room, never regaining coherence. He died at 5 a.m. on Oct. 7. He was 40.
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Las Cruces Night Sky Becomes Color Theory–“Las Cruces Purple” in the Wild
I discovered this color fifteen years ago, and being a native of Las Cruces, wondered where the inspiration for this… read more
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New Mexico Film is Showcasing New Mexico Films on Facebook: “Trigger Warning”
In celebration of Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month, we are showcasing cultural stories that were filmed in the beautiful state… read more
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Finding Latinos in Film
In his epic “El Norte,” award-winning filmmaker Gregory Nava charted the tragic journey of siblings Enrique and Rosa from Guatemala… read more
Vitalidad 📰
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✴︎ WellnessTai Chi Class Offered on Tuesdays at Branigan
Originating in ancient China, tai chi is one of the most effective exercises for a healthy mind and body.
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Medicare Open Enrollment starts October 15
Check star ratings to compare the quality of different health & drug plans. read more
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Flu season arrives in New Mexico
The New Mexico Department of Health’s (NMHealth) Scientific Laboratory Division confirms the first patients testing positive for seasonal flu, with… read more
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DEA Issues Warning About Illegal Online Pharmacies
Often these illegal, online websites use U.S. website addresses and professional-looking designs to appear legitimate when, in fact, they are… read more
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Caras Vecinas
These are the neighborly faces of our broader community. Each face has its own story, some of which is posted right here.
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COMUNIDÁD VITAL 📰
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John Lewis Movie Viewing and Discussion at Branigan October 19
Lewis, a politician and civil rights activist who died in July 2020 at the age of 80, served a long and distinguished career of social activism and legislative action on civil rights, voting rights, gun control, health care reform and immigration.
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Indigenous Peoples Day: Who’s Observing? Open? Closed?
Indigenous Peoples Day is a holiday celebrated on the first Monday in October. Historically, the United States recognized this as… read more
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Las Cruces Air and Space Expo is October 19-20
The Air and Space Expo will feature aerobatic performances, Sport Class Air Racing, airplane and helicopter displays, spacecraft and aerospace… read more
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Las Cruces Air and Space Expo is October 19-20
The Air and Space Expo will feature aerobatic performances, Sport Class Air Racing, airplane and helicopter displays, spacecraft and aerospace… read more
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Las Cruces Homeless Outreach Program to See Expansion
The Homeless Outreach Program was first funded in fiscal year 2021 to support Las Cruces residents who face financial hardships brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic.
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Las Cruces Fall/Winter Outdoor Watering Restrictions Now in Effect
Citywide fall/winter outdoor watering restrictions began October 1. read more
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City of Las Cruces receives initial documentation from Memorial Medical Center
Memorial Medical Center’s team has been working collaboratively with the City of Las Cruces to provide documentation and meet the… read more
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City Seeks Oversight Committee Members (Application Deadline October 15)
The Oversight Committee is a management advisory committee and not a public board. read more
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County Communities: Chambarino, Chaparral, Doña Ana, Garfield, La Mesa, La Tuna, La Unión, Mesquite, Organ, Placitas, Rincon, Rodey, Salem, Santa Teresa (provisional) and Tortugas.
University Park, NM (New Mexico State University) is governed by a Board of Regents appointed by the Governor of New Mexico.
White Sands Missile Range is an Army Base governed by the United States military.
La Finca 📰
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Social Security Announces 2.5 Percent Benefit Increase for 2025
Over the last decade the COLA increase has averaged about 2.6 percent. The COLA was 3.2 percent in 2024.
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City of Las Cruces Minimum Wage Notice for 2025
According to LCMC, the Las Cruces minimum wage will increase to $12.65 per hour and the tipped wage will increase… read more
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CFPB Takes Action Against Wrongful Auto Repossessions and Loan Servicing Breakdowns
Other illegal conduct detailed in the report includes lenders providing inaccurate disclosures, misapplying loan payments, and putting incorrect information on… read more
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Employment and Funding Opportunities as of October 8, 2024
In Las Cruces, the “Help Wanted” ads are filled with Park Rangers, Biologists, Fire Cadets and Police Officers. read more
REal Estate
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How Do Power Outages Affect Households?
Approximately 70% or 23.6 million of the households reporting an outage said at least one outage lasted 6 hours or… read more
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Weekly Energy Saving Tip: Start small for big savings
Making small changes can add up to big savings over time. read more
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Dirty air from wildfires casts a cloud over household finances
Since 2018, wildfires have become more frequent and intense. Using the Camp Fire as a natural laboratory, a new working… read more
Agriculture
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Cesar Chavez’s Granddaughter Continues His Legacy: Christine Chavez Reaches Out to Underserved Producers
“I remember my grandfather as a hard worker and most comfortable when he was around farmworkers.” read more
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Where’s Xochitl, Now? (Part 19) Lowering Energy Costs for Farmers, Rural Small Businesses
On Thursday, Deputy Secretary Torres Small announced in Somerset, Pennsylvania, that USDA is investing $104 million in loans and grants… read more
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Where’s Xochitl, Now? (Part 18) Investments in Rural Projects Create Good-Paying Jobs in 30 States
While on her trip the Deputy highlighted that the Municipal Authority of Westmoreland County is receiving a $14 million loan… read more
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60 Shopping Carts Collected in First of Two “Take Back” Events
Most of the shopping carts relinquished Thursday, Oct. 10, belonged to seven retail establishments. The ownership of three of the carts could not be determined.
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Located and Safe: NMSU Student Reported Missing Has Been Located
New Mexico State University student Aubrey Marie Owen has been located and is safe in Nevada. NMSU Police want to… read more
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About 1 in 5 U.S. residents experienced contact with the police in 2022
Police-initiated contact includes being stopped by police while driving or riding as a passenger in a motor vehicle (a traffic… read more
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U.S. Attorney’s Office, FBI, and Border Patrol Join Forces to Combat Rising Assaults on Agents
Federal prosecutors have filed charges against several individuals for assaulting U.S. Border Patrol agents in separate incidents along the southern… read more
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Welcome, Aggies, to the Era of “Name, Image and Likeness”
This past April, the NCAA moved closer to a comprehensive and universally agreed upon position when it comes to student athletes ability to retain owndership of the rights associated with their individual name, image and likeness. It’s about time.
