Month: April 2024
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Police Seek Suspect in Fatal Monday Shooting
Monday’s shooting at a home on Princess Jeanne Drive resulted in the death of 34-year-old Steven Sanchez and police are actively looking for the man believed to be responsible.
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Multiple Injured, One Deceased, After Vehicle Crashes into Savers Store in Las Cruces
Tuesday’s vehicle crash through the façade of the Savers store on north Main Street in Las Cruces has resulted in the death of one person and injuries to 14 others who were inside the structure.
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2023-2024 Crack Seal Project Road List Five Intermittent Lane Closures
As part of the City’s 2023-2024 Crack Seal Project, several streets will have intermittent lane closures from Wednesday, May 1, 2024, until approximately Friday, May 3, 2024.
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Apartment Fire in Las Cruces Displaces Seven Occupants
Fire at a Mars Avenue apartment complex damaged two homes and displaced seven residents Sunday afternoon.
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Youth Volleyball League Registration in Las Cruces
The City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Department will offer individual registrations for a fundamental Youth Volleyball League.
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Man Suspected of Possessing Child Porn: Victims may be local
An investigation by the Las Cruces Police Department, Homeland Security Investigations and FBI has resulted in the arrest of a 42-year-old man suspected of possessing child pornography, and detectives have reason to believe there may be victims residing locally.
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State program uncovers xylazine in fentanyl samples
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMHealth) has confirmed the presence of xylazine in three fentanyl samples tested through the state’s Adulterant Checking Program.
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Small Business Week 2024: How Small Businesses Impact Our Economy
Every year since 1963, U.S. presidents have issued a Small Business Week proclamation to recognize the contributions of entrepreneurs and small business owners.
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NMSU student awarded prestigious fellowship
New Mexico State University social work student Nicole Johnson was selected out of more than 1,000 candidates across the country for the prestigious Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Fellowship.
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National Small Business Week: Workplace Inclusion Just Works
This National Small Business Week (April 28–May 4, 2024), ODEP celebrates disability inclusive practices such as those adopted by FALA Industries and the many other small businesses across the country that also seek innovative ways to build talent pipelines of skilled workers, strengthen ties within their community and promote access and inclusion in their workplace.
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Aggie Legend, ‘A’ Mountain Award recipients celebrated on NMSU Founders Day
New Mexico State University hosted its annual Founders Day to celebrate NMSU’s heritage and commemorate its rich history.
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Branigan Cultural Center is Accepting Proposals for 2025 Community Events
Branigan Cultural Center is accepting proposals for community exhibits with themes of cultural and historical significance relating to the Borderlands and the Southwestern U.S. to be presented in 2025.
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Fire Extinguished at Solid Waste Transfer Station in Las Cruces
Las Cruces firefighters extinguished a fire Saturday at the South Central Solid Waste Transfer Station.
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Police Investigate Shooting in Las Cruces
Las Cruces police are investigating a shooting that occurred Monday morning at a residence on Princess Jeanne Drive.
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NMSU researchers contribute to understanding flowering plant ‘tree of life’
Bailey and Rogers are among 279 researchers from around the world who contributed to a massive database of flowering plant genomes.
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“Tlazoh Amoxochitl: Florecimiento del Conocimiento Precioso” Exhibit at Branigan Cultural Center
Branigan Cultural Center, 501 N. Main St., is excited to announce a new exhibit titled “Tlazoh Amoxochitl: Florecimiento del Conocimiento Precioso: Flowering of Precious Knowledge.”
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Cariño to Autumn Gieb, Office Assistant, Parks and Recreation
Autumn Gieb, Office Assistant for Parks & Recreation Admin Office, is one of the top nominees in the New Mexico Entertainment Awards for Theater-Costume Designer.
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Sunday Sports Special: Hooping for Rain and the Local Sports You Missed This Week
The NBA playoffs are in full swing as the clock ticks down to the Championship Series this June. Former Aggie Pascal Siakam is making it rain for the Indiana Pacers while teams in our broader community are making rain of their own.
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SUNDAY WELLNESS SPECIAL: An Overview of Disability Resources
If you are disabled, you know it can be a challenge to find and understand the government benefits available to you. Once you qualify as disabled by the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) through their definition of disability, you can begin applying for benefits to help you and your family.
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SUNDAY MONEY SPECIAL: Planning for Retirement
Do you have a retirement plan? It is never too early or too late to plan for your future.
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SUNDAY HOMES SPECIAL: Researchers are Making an Impact Studying Pests
Household pests come in many shapes and sizes. From small bugs to larger pests, these pests can create significant damage to both health and home. Getting rid of them can also be a challenge. It may not come as a surprise that one of the keys to a healthy homes is, “Keep It Pest-Free.”
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SUNDAY JUSTICE SPECIAL: Nonfatal Violence Against Juveniles on the Rise
The rate of nonfatal violent victimization for persons age 12 to 17 was higher in 2022 (27.4 per 1,000), according to a new Bureau of Justice Statistics report, Crimes Involving Juveniles, 1993-2022.
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Spearman Named to National Freshman of the Year Top 25 List
NM State two-way star Desirae Spearman was named to the 2024 TUCCI/NFCA Division I National Freshman of the Year Top 25 List, announced Thursday afternoon by the NFCA.
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NMSU graduate students receive proclamation from Doña Ana County Commission
The proclamation highlights the impact of graduate students at NMSU and their diverse talents, perspective, and contribution to a dynamic and inclusive society.
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New Mexico Youth Lead the Nation in Recreational Use of Marijuana.
Smart Approaches to Marijuana organization survey finds nearly 1 in 5 children between the ages of 12 and 17 has reported using marijuana.
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[ORD & ActivateNM] ActivatOR Outdoor Recreation Growth Accelerator Applications Open May 1
ORD has contracted with CNM Ingenuity to host another Outdoor Business Accelerator Program!
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Why Wait for August to Roast Green Chile?
Many people consider green chile peppers to be a staple of the New Mexican diet, adding flavor and providing an excellent source of fiber and vitamins A and C.
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New School Meal Standards to Strengthen Child Nutrition Announced
Gradual implementation of nutrition updates, to include less sugar, set to begin in Fall 2025.
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El 28 de abril, conmemoramos el Día en Memoria de los Trabajadores
Cada año, el 28 de abril, conmemoramos el Día de la Conmemoración de los Trabajadores, recordando y honrando a todos los trabajadores que perdieron la vida en el trabajo.
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CFPB Takes Action to Stop Illegal Junk Fees in Mortgage Servicing
Homeowners forced to pay for “services” that were prohibited or unauthorized
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NMSU celebrates Arab American, Asian American, Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander communities
New Mexico State University’s Asian and Pacific Islander Program will host a community picnic from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 1, to celebrate Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
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South Telshor Boulevard Shoulder Work
A bike lane closure to allow for shoulder work at 425 S. Telshor Boulevard will be in effect on Monday, April 29, 2024.
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NMSU hosted inaugural NM Technology Student Association state leadership conference
The New Mexico Technology Student Association, managed through New Mexico State University’s College of Engineering, is the STEM career technical student organization for the state of New Mexico, and NMSU hosted the inaugural NM TSA state leadership conference April 12-13 in Las Cruces. More than 200 students from middle and high school chapters across the…
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April 22-29 is National Infant Immunization Week
NMHealth encourages families to protect children from vaccine-preventable diseases.
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NMSU Continues to Build a Better Hoops Squad, Adding Star Forward Peter Filipovity
Filipovity spent a year at Utah State Eastern before transferring to the University of Maine and played three seasons with the Black Bears.
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NM State Hoops Upgrades Backcourt by Landing Top-Notch Scorer Dionte Bostick
Bostick averaged 15.4 points and 3.9 rebounds with Cal State Northridge last season.