Month: May 2024
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In-Person Registration May 18 for LCPD Youth Leadership Summer Camp
Registration for the Las Cruces Police Department’s popular Youth Leadership Summer Camp will be held Saturday, May 18, at Lynn Middle School.
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Local Fishing and Stocking Report for May 14
Patrick Stafford of Las Cruces caught a 4.5-pound catfish using PowerBait on May 11.
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NMSU Library receives endowment gift in honor of university founder John R. McFie
You’ll find the original cornerstone (which weighed about 1,000lbs) still standing in front of Hadley Hall to this day.
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ProAggies: Ortiz and Gonzales Faceoff in the Show
It was a big week for Pro Aggies as Joey Ortiz and Nick Gonzales played against each other with Kyle Bradish earning a start.
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Aggies Place Seven in NCAA West First Round
NM State will travel to Fayetteville, Ark., for the first round of action starting Wednesday, May 22.
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DEA Releases 2024 National Drug Threat Assessment
DEA Administrator Anne Milgram announced the release of the 2024 National Drug Threat Assessment (NDTA), DEA’s comprehensive strategic assessment of illicit drug threats and trafficking trends endangering the United States.
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Branigan Presents: “Climate Change & What to Expect from Monsoon Season”
Join Las Cruces Public Libraries for “Climate Change & What to Expect from Monsoon Season” at 10:30 a.m. on May 18.
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Call for Artists: East Mesa Public Recreation Complex
The City of Las Cruces Public Art program seeks an artist, or artist team, to create a site-specific outdoor art piece to beautify the soon-to-be-open East Mesa Public Recreation Complex.
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Fire Camp for 8th Graders Registration is Friday
The Las Cruces Fire Department is accepting registrations Friday for soon-to-be 8th graders who are interested in participating in Fire Camp 2024 to be held June 17-28.
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NMSU to host Specialty Crop workshop, Pesticide Applicator training June 6
The New Mexico State University Cooperative Extension Service will host a pair of workshops June 6 at the New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum.
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NM Dept of Health wants you to Prevent the spread of Hepatitis C by getting tested to know your status
The New Mexico Department of Health (NM Health) recognizes May as Hepatitis C Awareness Month and May 19 as Hepatitis Testing Day and encourages all adults in New Mexico to get tested and know their status.
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National Police Week
In 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation that designated May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week in which that date falls as Police Week.
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Tips to Help Charge Medical Devices Safely and Avoid Overheating
The FDA is offering tips to help you charge your medical devices safely. Charging medical devices the wrong way can lead to overheating, which can result in fires, minor injuries, or serious burns.
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NM Economic Development Dept. Approves $1.3M to Assist 11 Companies–One in Santa Teresa
The Job Training Incentive Program (JTIP) board approved 11 New Mexico companies for funding to support workforce training for 116 new and current employees, Acting Economic Development Department (EDD) Cabinet Secretary Mark Roper announced today.
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Justice Department and City of Albuquerque Seek Partial Termination of Consent Decree for Albuquerque Police Department After Consistent Policing Reform Progress
The Justice Department and the City of Albuquerque, New Mexico, filed a joint motion today seeking court approval to terminate certain portions of the consent decree covering the Albuquerque Police Department (APD).
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Mesilla Valley Takes State A-3A Championship: Riley Morris takes 2nd individually. [Video Content]
In Class 5A, Organ Mountain sophomore, Eleanor Warren also ended up tied for second at Twin Warriors.
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Voluntary Recall of Select Great Value Organic Black Chia Seeds Due to The Possible Presence of Salmonella
Natural Sourcing International is initiating a voluntary recall of one lot of Great Value Organic Black Chia Seeds 32 oz. due to the potential presence of Salmonella that may be in some of the finished products.
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Aggies Wrap CUSA Championships with Third-Place Finish
All good things come to an end. Competing on day three of the Conference USA Outdoor Track & Field Championships from Larry K. Durham Track at Kidd Field, NM State returned to action on Sunday with several strong performances.
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Spring Stroll in the Demonstration Garden
Welcome back to the annual Las Cruces Utilities Spring Stroll in the Garden from 9 a.m. to noon Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at the Las Cruces Utilities Building, 680 N. Motel Boulevard.
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Organ Mountain Golfer Eleanor Warren sits three strokes back in 4th place after Round 1
The NMAA State Golf Championships are in full swing this week as Organ Mountain High School squares off against the Class 5A competition at Twin Warriors Golf Club.
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Prominent scholarship helps NMSU mechanical, aerospace engineering students earn graduate degrees
Four New Mexico State University Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering students were recognized as recipients of the Tim Thompson Graduate Scholarship Fund in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering.
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Renueve su DACA lo Antes Posible
¿Por qué es importante? Las renovaciones de DACA y las renovaciones de EAD relacionadas con DACA representan una carga de trabajo considerable para USCIS. Presentar la petición dentro del plazo recomendado reduce el riesgo de que su período actual de DACA y autorización de empleo expiren antes de que reciba una decisión sobre su petición…
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Spectacular Sci Fi! Science Fiction Book Group at Las Cruces Libraries
Las Cruces Public Libraries invites residents to join us for Spectacular Sci-Fi, a group who discusses the science fiction novels they have been reading and learn about the many sub-genres and tropes under the Sci-Fi umbrella.
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Las Cruces Libraries Teach How to Make Paper Flowers – Carnations
There will be four identical sessions to make paper carnations. These sessions will be at Thomas Branigan Memorial Library, 200 E. Picacho Ave. The library is accessible on RoadRUNNER Transit Route 1.
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Round 1 NMAA State Golf Championships Tees Off Today
Ten local girls and nine local boys set to tee off in the 2024 NMAA Golf State Championships. Twin Warriors Golf Club will host Class 5A action, while Mesilla Valley Christian School will travel to Socorro to compete on the New Mexico Tech Golf Course.
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Jordan Torres Takes Bronze, Aggie Duo Tally Points in Hammer Throw on Day Two of CUSA Championships
Miranda Tcheutchoua and Makiya Moore combine for six points in the hammer throw.
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NM State Adds Depth to Its Backcourt with the Addition of Guard Zawdie Jackson
Jackson averaged 22.0 points and 5.5 assists at West Georgia last season.
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NMSU honors educators, donors at annual Teaching Academy Gala
On May 8, New Mexico State University celebrated the 21st annual Teaching Academy Gala: Champagne and Chocolate, to honor members and donors. The Teaching Academy offers tools, strategies and workshops to NMSU faculty, staff and graduate instructors so they can thrive as educators and mentors.
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Especíal de salud dominical–Consejos para mantenerse seguro bajo el sol: desde la protección solar hasta las gafas de sol
La seguridad contra el sol siempre está en temporada. Es importante proteger nuestra piel de los daños causados por el sol durante todo el año, sin importar el clima.
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SUNDAY WELLNESS SPECIAL: Supporting the Mental Well-Being of Gen Z Workers
Learn how employers can create a supportive and mental health-friendly workplace for all workers, including “Gen Z” workers.
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SUNDAY EDUCATION SPECIAL: Financial Aid Programs for Students
Pursuing a college or career school education can open doors to a world of opportunities, but the financial burden can often seem daunting.
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SUNDAY MONEY SPECIAL: The Keys to Financial Capability
April was Financial Capability Month – a great time to focus on your financial security and commit to taking charge of your retirement planning.
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SUDAY WELLNESS SPECIAL: May is Asthma Awareness Month
Asthma is a long-term condition that affects breathing for about 25 million people in America.
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Don’t miss out on the opportunity to nominate a Distinguished Alum!
There is one week left to nominate an outstanding NMSU alum for the Alumni Association Distinguished Alumni Awards, the James F. Cole Memorial Award for Service, or the Young Alumni Service Award.
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New master’s of engineering degree at NMSU offers flexibility, benefits to students, working engineers
New Mexico State University interim College of Engineering Dean David Jauregui says a new multi-disciplinary professional master’s of engineering degree is beneficial for students wanting to continue their education at the graduate level as well as for working professionals looking to enhance their value as employees.
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Local school children get a glimpse into the lives of NMSU students
More than 200 students from Sonoma Elementary and Sierra Middle schools toured the New Mexico State University campus, including dorm rooms at Garcia Hall, May 3 during Day as an NMSU Student, which was hosted by the NMSU William Conroy Honors College.