Month: March 2024
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Pre-Apprenticeship Program for the Culinary Arts
The City of Las Cruces is funding a Pre-Apprenticeship Program to support the Culinary Arts. It is our goal to provide the next step in the student’s learning by identifying onsite training locations with local businesses.
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NMSU’s College of Engineering awarded $4.8 million Department of Energy grant
New Mexico State University has been awarded a $4.8 million, three-year grant from the U.S. Department of Energy for the NuChemE Pipeline.
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Borderland artist Roberto Salas to exhibit art at Branigan Cultural Center
The exhibit will be on public display from Friday, April 5, 2024, to Saturday, June 22, 2024. An opening reception will be from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, April 5, 2024.
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Avenida de Mesilla Possible Lane Closures in Las Cruces
Lane closures are possible on Avenida de Mesilla between Calle del Norte and Calle de Parian from Monday, April 1, 2024, to Friday, April 5, 2024.
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NMSU College of ACES invites public to attend open house April 6
New Mexico State University’s College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences will host its fifth annual ACES Open House from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 6, on the Las Cruces campus.
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Rebecca Green Breaks NMSU Record at Stanford Invitational
The Aggies also competed at the Texas Relays and Mike Fanelli Track Classic on the day.
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Outdoor Recreation Division of the New Mexico Economic Development Department Announces local recipients of Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grants
The Outdoor Recreation Division (ORD) of the New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) announces the round 3 Trails+ Grant recipients.
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First Saturday Movie Marathon at Branigan – Mel Brooks
Las Cruces Public Libraries invites residents to join us Saturday, April 6, 2024, for a movie marathon in celebration of National Humor Month.
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Las Cruces Public Libraries Free Computer Literacy Classes in April
Las Cruces Public Libraries will offer free computer literacy classes in April designed to help adults develop confidence in their computer skills and grow more comfortable in today’s digital world.
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County Planning and Zoning Commission Seeks Four New Members
Doña Ana County seeks four residents to serve on the Planning and Zoning Commission, a seven-member board of volunteers who review land-use and development matters during twice-a-month public hearings.
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Las Cruces Public Libraries host program on “Vetting News Sources”
Las Cruces Public Libraries invites residents to join us for Vetting News Sources.
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Control de rumores sobre los protectores solares
Los protectores solares de amplio espectro ayudan a proteger contra los rayos UVA y UVB, dos tipos de radiación ultravioleta del sol.
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“All-City High Schools Senior Show” to Open at the Museum of Art
The Las Cruces Museum of Art, 491 N. Main St., is pleased to announce this year’s “All-City High Schools Senior Show.”
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New Mexico film to open the Las Cruces International Film Festival April 3
New Mexico Film “Little Brother” will open the ninth annual Las Cruces International Film Festival on April 3 with four showings and question and answer sessions with the audience.
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Samuel Bankman-Fried Sentenced to 25 Years for His Orchestration of Multiple Fraudulent Schemes
Samuel Bankman-Fried, also known as SBF, 32, of Stanford, California, was sentenced today to 25 years in prison, three years of supervised release, and ordered to pay $11 billion in forfeiture for his orchestration of multiple fraudulent schemes.
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NMSU names Mónica Torres next interim president, launches new search
At a special meeting Thursday, the New Mexico State University Board of Regents announced that Mónica Torres, chancellor of NMSU system community colleges, will serve as interim president of the NMSU system while a new search is conducted for the next permanent leader.
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Going Mad this March? Play the College Basketball Population Game
The 85th annual tournament features over 60 college teams competing for the championship title.
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FDA Warns Consumers to Avoid Certain Topical Pain Relief Products Due to Potential for Dangerous Health Effects
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers not to use certain over-the-counter analgesic (pain relief) products that are marketed for topical use to relieve pain before, during or after certain cosmetic procedures
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Taking Care of Ourselves: Health and Money Smarts for Women
Remember to make time for your physical, mental, and financial well-being – recognizing that while there may be challenges, there are steps you can take – and that you’re not alone.
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New Mexico Economic Development Department Launches Interactive Business Resource Map
The New Mexico Economic Development Department’s Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) Office has launched a new tool that will connect New Mexicans to business, entrepreneurial, and community resources from across the state, Acting Cabinet Secretary Mark Roper announced today.
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ONLINE REGISTRATION OPEN FOR NEW AND CURRENT/RETURNING STUDENTS for Las Cruces Public Schools
Online registration/enrollment for current and new students to Las Cruces Public Schools is now open for the 2024-2025 school year.
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Westgate Street Road Closure in Las Cruces
Westgate Street, between Westway Avenue to the North end, will be closed from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Thursday, March 28, 2024.
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United States negotiates to make New Mexico a vital domestic epicenter for advanced chip manufacturing
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham today applauded the White House announcement that will make New Mexico a vital domestic epicenter for silicon chip manufacturing.
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CFPB Takes Action to Halt False Claims of ‘Free’ International Money Transfers
CFPB warns remittance transfer providers about false claims regarding cost and speed.
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Las Cruces City Council Work Session Recap
An activity update from the Nuisance Abatement Team (NAT) and a quarterly update of City of Las Cruces 2022 General Obligation (GO) Bond projects were presented to Las Cruces City Council at a work session Monday, March 25, 2024, in Council Chambers at City Hall, 700 N. Main St.
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Missing Teenager Found Safe
Police are asking for the public’s help locating a 13-year-old Las Cruces girl who has not been seen since early Tuesday evening.
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Aggies Softballers Take Two From Visiting Lobos
Jillian Taylor and Devin Elam post five-RBI games.
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Fishing Report (March 26)
This fishing report, provided by the Department of Game and Fish in cooperation with Dustin Berg of www.gounlimited.org (“supporting disabled anglers”), has been generated from the best information available from area officers and anglers.
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2024-2025 Fishing and Hunting License Year Starts Soon (El año de licencia 2024-2025 comienza pronto)
Sales of over-the-counter fishing and hunting licenses for the 2024-2025 license year are underway.
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Help Las Cruces Public Libraries Plan for the Future: Updates and Renovations
Las Cruces Public Libraries and Library Consultant Godfrey’s Associates is working on a Library Master Plan and wants public input!
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Adult and Youth Mental Health First Aid Courses Scheduled
Mental Health First Aid will help you identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illness and substance abuse disorders. It is an 8-hour certification class that is being offered throughout the county at NO COST.
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Since March is “Frozen Food Month”, Here are some Frozen Food Facts
The farm-to-city migration created a great demand for food supplies in dense population centers in which such supplies could not be grown.
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Multiple Lane Closures in Las Cruces Through April 3 (see article for details)
As part of the City’s 2023-2024 Crack Seal Project, several streets will experience intermittent lane closures from Wednesday, March 27, 2024, to approximately Wednesday, April 3, 2024.
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Davis Avenue Water Outage in Las Cruces
A water outage is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, March 26, 2024, and Wednesday, March 27, 2024, that will affect residents on and near Davis Avenue.
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Allergy Relief for your Child/Alivio para la alergia de su hijo
When a child’s sniffles and sneezing won’t go away for weeks, the cause might be allergies.
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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.