Month: February 2024
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Regional “Catch of the Week” at Young Pond in Las Cruces–Local Fishing Report
Antoinette and her grandfather caught several trout at Young Pond on Feb. 3.
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Aliyah Logan Breaks School Record in 60m Hurdles as Aggies Close Regular Season
Since claiming the top spot in NM State history for the 60-meter hurdles at the Corky Classic in January 2023 with a time of 8.27 seconds, Aliyah Logan has continued to rewrite the record book. On January 20th, the senior from Markham, Ontario, Canada posted a time of 8.24 at the MLK Invitational.
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NMSU School of Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Management to host dining events
Students from the school of Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Management in New Mexico State University’s College of ACES are getting a taste of real-world experience in the hospitality industry by hosting several food and beverage events this spring. The students working these meals and events come from a wide variety of experiential learning classes and…
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Apache Corporation to Pay $4 Million and Reduce Unlawful Air Pollution from Oil and Gas Wells in New Mexico and Texas, Eliminating More Than 10,000 Tons of Harmful Air Pollutants Annually
Company Also Will Spend $5.5 Million for Preventative Measures and to Help Address Environmental Harm Caused by Its Violations
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Shooting Leaves one Man Dead, Another Injured in Las Cruces
Las Cruces police are continuing to investigate an early-morning shooting that injured one man and resulted in the death of another.
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SPECIAL SPORTS EDITORIAL: “Listen to Local Baseball on the Radio this President’s Day”
This President’s Day weekend, our broader community will have the opportunity to tune in to four games (and one softball game) hosted by our very own New Mexico State Aggies.
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Candlelight Vigil, Funeral Services set for Fallen Officer
A candlelight vigil in Las Cruces and funeral services in El Paso are planned for fallen Las Cruces Police Department Officer Jonah Hernandez.
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NMSU receives $1.2 million award for climate change research collaboration
Peanuts, along with cotton, are the focus of a collaborative research by researchers at New Mexico State University and two other universities to develop agricultural practices that will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve soil health and enhance crop resilience to climate extremes, such as droughts.
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Hello, World… Again
Las Cruces Digest is intended to provide something to our broader community that, in my opinion, is sorely needed–a source of information worth actively seeking out, and in a format that involves more mental effort than thoughtlessly thumbing the scrolls.
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NMDOT talks with neighbors about I-25 Safety and Capacity Study
NMDOT, in cooperation with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), will conduct an in-person public meeting at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024, at Doña Ana Elementary School, 5551 Camino de Flores.
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NMDOT Traffic Alert Motel Boulevard Ramp, Lane Closures
NMDOT will close the Interstate 10 eastbound off-ramp and the northbound lanes of Motel Boulevard for approximately 10 days starting Monday, Feb. 19, 2024.
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Pulitzer Prize-winner Gretchen Morgenson to speak at NMSU College of Business Feb. 20
Hosted by NMSU’s College of Business and Center for Border Economics, the free event will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 20, at the Yates Auditorium in Domenici Hall on NMSU’s Las Cruces campus. Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author Gretchen Morgenson will visit New Mexico State University next week to discuss and…
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ACTORS WANTED: NMSU hosts open casting call for upcoming films
The Creative Media Institute at New Mexico State University is hosting an upcoming open casting call from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17 in Milton Hall. This casting call aims to expand the CMI actor database, providing an avenue for individuals interested in acting to showcase their talents. These auditions will play a pivotal…
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Platos: “Coyote Cafe’s Classic Cowboy Steak with Red Chile Onion Rings”
This hearty steak has been on the Coyote menu from the beginning, and you can still enjoy it in the restaurant today. Fortunately it’s easier for a home cook to find USDA Prime beef today than it was 30 years ago.
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El Paseo Road Lane Closure in Las Cruces
Two-way traffic and access to businesses will be maintained throughout the project. Motorists are urged to follow all posted signs. The work will impact the RoadRUNNER Transit Route 2, Bus Stop 4. Kelly Cable will be working along that portion of roadway as part of a utility permit. This work will be in City Council District…
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NMSU art museum to screen award-winning documentary with director Q&A
The University Art Museum at New Mexico State University will host a free screening of the award-winning documentary “Madan Sara” directed by Etant Dupain from 5 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 15 at Devasthali Hall 1308 E. University Ave. A virtual question and answer session with Dupain and co-executive producer Lulaine Childs will follow.
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City of Las Cruces Offers “Spring Break Camp”
The Spring Break Camp will be open to children in kindergarten through fifth grade (K-5). Camp hours will be from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. weekdays, from Monday, March 4, 2024, to Friday, March 15, 2024. The camp will be at Meerscheidt Recreation Center, 1600 E. Hadley Ave., and at the WIA Building, 340 N.…
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20 Local Student Athletes Qualified for the 2024 NMAA Girls Wrestling Championship: Centennial Leads the Region with 5 qualifiers.
NMAA sanctioned the Girls Wrestling Division four years ago, in 2020. It comprises all schools regardless of Class–from A to 5A.
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Truck Rollover Temporarily Blocks I-10 to I-25 “flyover” South of Las Cruces
The Las Cruces Police Department posted the following on their Facebook page.
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Las Cruces Police Officer Killed in the Line of Duty–Police Chief Story: “This Is An Evil World” [UPDATED 5:10 PM February 13]
“This is an evil world. There is evil in our beautiful city. As officers, we see it every day.”
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New Mexico APEX Accelerator to host a Government Contracting Expo February 27 at the Las Cruces Convention Center
The New Mexico APEX Accelerator is excited to announce that it will host a Government Contracting Expo event at the Las Cruces Convention Center. This is Southern New Mexico’s premier networking event, supported by federal, state and local government agencies, where buyers, contractors, suppliers and providers can come together to develop relationships. This is an…
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PHOTO EDITORIAL: “Snow on the Mountains”
Comments have been left open on this post for people who wish to share the best locations to photography the Organ Mountains.
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Kick Off Your Super Bowl Party With Pizza
Pizza Delivery or Takeout When ordering or picking up the pizza for the big game, refrigerate it if you don’t eat it immediately upon arrival, or place it in a preheated oven on low. If there is not enough space in your refrigerator for the pizza box, divide the slices and store them in small,…
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DEA Teams Up with NFL Alumni Health to Spread Awareness about Fentanyl Pills
(LAS VEGAS) – The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration has teamed up with NFL Alumni Health ahead of Sunday’s big game to spread its important message, One Pill Can Kill. This outreach and educational opportunity aims to provide greater awareness about fentanyl and fake pills made to look like prescription medications. The Centers for Disease Control…
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Keep Your Chicken Wings in the Big Game
When it comes to food safety during the big game, you can’t just wing it. Chicken wings are one of the most popular foods to eat during the Super Bowl, and USDA has some tips to keep foodborne illness from intercepting your Super Bowl Sunday.
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Federal Jury Convicts Syndicato De Nuevo Mexico Associate of Murdering Federal Witness, Drug Trafficking and Firearms Offenses [Reported December 13, 2023]
The Las Cruces Resident Agency of the FBI Albuquerque Field Office investigated this case with assistance from the DEA’s Albuquerque District Office, New Mexico State Police, New Mexico Corrections Department, Las Vegas Police Department and Department of Public Safety’s State Laboratory.
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City of Las Cruces Announces Madrid Avenue Extension Project Open House
A public meeting for the Madrid Avenue Extension Project will be from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024, in the cafeteria at Loma Heights Elementary School, 1600 E. Madrid Ave.
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Know your rights and protections when it comes to medical bills and collections
Medical billing and collections can hurt people when they are already struggling with a health crisis. If this sounds like you or a loved one, help is available. We are on your side to make sure you are treated fairly. Here are some steps you can take.
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NMSU to host Learn-A-Palooza March 2
A popular springtime event once hosted by New Mexico State University’s STEM Outreach Center has evolved into NMSU Learn-A-Palooza, a multi-disciplinary block party designed to educate families on what NMSU has to offer their children, and engage them in activities related to science, technology, engineering, art, math, health and more.
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Las Cruces Water Outages on Stewart Lane and Bellamah Circle
Stewart Lane Stewart Lane residents will experience a water outage from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday Feb. 12, 2024. This will enable the City of Las Cruces Water Department/Meters, Valves and Hydrants to replace a fire hydrant on Stewart Lane, in City Council District 4. Adjacent areas also may be affected by this outage.…
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Rinconada Boulevard Lane Closure and Shoulder Work
A northbound lane of Rinconada Boulevard will be closed 200 feet past the traffic light at the intersection of Rinconada and the Walmart entrance on Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024.
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Our Broader Community and the Las Cruces Police Department Remember the 1990 Las Cruces Bowl Case
Police Continue to Ask for Tips in 1990 LC Bowl Case.
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NMDOT: U.S. Highway 70 Construction Update As of Feb. 9, 2024
As a partner with the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) the City of Las Cruces shares this information with residents and motorists.
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NMSU Wind Symphony chosen to perform at regional conference
The Wind Symphony at New Mexico State University has been chosen to perform at the College Band Directors National Association Southwest regional conference taking place from Feb. 28 to March 2 in Kansas City, making it the first NMSU band to do so since 2010.
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Six art pieces are located at bus shelters throughout Las Cruces [UPDATED to include “Cariño” to two outstanding neighbors]
“Art Stop” is a public art pilot program that places art in public places to make art more accessible to community members, specifically along the City bus routes. Six original artworks were selected and will be placed in pre-selected bus shelters in each district of the city. Go to Art Stop Public Art Exhibit to…
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Valley Drive Lane Closure in Las Cruces
A northbound lane of Valley Drive between west Farney Lane and Marquess Street will be closed for approximately two weeks starting Monday, Feb. 12, 2024.