Month: September 2024
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Death Cafés at the Branigan Cultural Center
The Death Cafés are scheduled for every Wednesday in October from 5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. – exact dates are October 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30, 2024.
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NM State Hosts New Mexico in 114th Rio Grande Rivalry
Following back-to-back road games, the Aggies return home to host New Mexico in the 114th playing of the Rio Grande Rivalry. NM State will be seeking its third consecutive win over the Lobos – a streak that would be the longest since 2009-11.
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A Fruitful American Dream
With a modern, high density growing style, the Rosarios are planting new varieties with thinner trunks that can be grown closer together, producing more fruit.
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Debt collectors that take advantage of surviving spouses and their vulnerabilities
Some states have enacted laws and some state courts have held that surviving spouses are not personally responsible for their deceased partners’ medical debts, and others limit the circumstances in which a surviving spouse is responsible.
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Pinaieva Dominates as Aggies Shine in Fall Season Opener
NM State wrapped up its fall season opener with a strong showing at the Aggie Invitational, securing five total wins, including three in doubles play.
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Poetry, Performance, and Art at the Museum of Art September 28
These events include a poetry workshop and an open mic event featuring poetry created during the workshop.
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Where’s Xochitl, Now? (Part 16) USDA Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates a diverse tapestry of histories, traditions, and contributions from Hispanic and Latinx communities in the United States.
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Falling is a leading cause of injury in older New Mexicans
More than 17% of New Mexicans are 65 years or older. By 2030 New Mexico is projected to rank 4th in the nation in the percentage of population aged 65 or older.
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Violent Crime Reduction Roadmap
In recent years, many cities, towns, and counties across the country have experienced substantial increases in community gun violence.
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Epic Football: Film Room for Games Played September 19-20, 2024
At the college level, the Aggies hit a wall against the Sam Houston Bearkats, and the Gadsden Panthers walked into Bulldog Bowl for a proper introduction to Friday Night Lights style high school football in their first ever game against pigskin perennial Artesia.
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Trees to be Removed at Salopek Park
Maintenance will include the removal of six to seven declining cottonwood trees due to a severe mistletoe infestation, two of which are dead.
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Aggies Secure Five Wins in Day Two of Aggie Invitational
NM State continued its strong showing on day two of the Aggie Invitational, earning five victories, including four in singles action.
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Know Your City Seminar Series
There is no registration, you can pick out what session you would like to come to and best of all it’s free!
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‘Not in Vain’ Topic of next Bridging the Badge–September 24
Bridging the Badge will be livestreamed on the Las Cruces Police Department’s Facebook page and on the City of Las Cruces’ YouTube channel.
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Toss No Mas Community-wide Cleanup is Oct. 12
Toss No Mas is a community-wide cleanup effort that utilizes volunteers who contribute to the improvement and beautification of the local environment.
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NMSU astronomy research uses slime mold to model galaxies
When researchers in Japan conducted an experiment with slime mold that mirrored the Tokyo railway system back in 2010, it sparked the emergence of a theory known as biologically inspired adaptive network design.
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NMSU Art Museum opens three new exhibitions Sept 27.
The University Art Museum at New Mexico State University is hosting three new exhibitions beginning Friday, Sept. 27. Opening receptions for “Carolyn Salas: Night Vision,” “Carlos Rosales-Silva: Border Destroyer,” and “Warhol & Friends” will be from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at the UAM, 1308 E University Ave.
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Non-Conference Play Wraps Up With Comeback Over University of the Incarnate Word
NM State Volleyball earned a comeback win on Saturday, taking down Incarnate Word in four sets.
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Socrates Cafe at Branigan Memorial Library
Las Cruces Public Libraries host Socrates Cafe the last Saturday of each month to promote critical thinking and understanding among people as they ponder the nature of the world around them.
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Aggies Drop Road Bout with the Bearkats
The Aggies (1-3, 0-2 CUSA) fell 31-11 at the hands of the Bearkats (3-1, 1-0) who picked up their first league win of the season.
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City Offers Swimming Lessons this Fall–Register September 28
All classes will be Thursdays and Fridays, with eight classes held each session.
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Joint Center for Housing Studies Issues State of the Nation’s Housing Report
As rents have continued to rise, the number of renters that are cost burdened — those spending more than 30 percent of income on rent — has reached an all-time high.
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Aggies Start Strong with Six Wins at Season-Opening Invitational
NM State kicked off the season with a strong showing at the Aggie Invitational, securing six wins, including two in doubles play.
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North American Transborder Freight rose 5.6% in July 2024 from July 2023–El Paso Port of Entry Second Largest by Volume
Freight between the U.S. and Mexico: $70.7 billion, up 8.2% from July 2023
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NM State Baseball Hosts Fundraising Event with Mexican Pacific League Organization
NM State Baseball is set to play the Naranjeros de Hermosillo on Saturday, Sept. 21 at 5 p.m. at Presley Askew Field.
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U.S. Department of Energy National Laboratory Converts Lignin Into a Nylon Precursor Using Microbes
Unlike the cellulose and hemicellulose found in plants, lignin is challenging to upgrade into biofuels or high-value bioproducts.
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Eight-Game Slate on Tap for CUSA in Week Four
Week four of the Conference USA football season features a number of unfamiliar matchups as seven of the eight games will mark either the first or second meeting in the series.
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Transportation Costs Slow Inflation for First Month Since July 2023
Motor vehicle maintenance and repair and motor vehicle fees also positively contributed to inflation in August 2024 but to a lesser extent at 2.0% and 0.6%, respectively.
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NMSU Global to offer project management microlearning course
Designed to meet the growing demand for certified project managers, this online course helps professionals achieve the prestigious Project Management Professional and Certified Associate in Project Management certifications.
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LCPS SUPERINTENDENT SHARES IMPORTANT MESSAGE FOLLOWING SOCIAL MEDIA THREATS (Video Content)
It’s crucial to talk to our kids about the seriousness of posting threats on social media.
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NMSU’s Jack Nixon reflects on career, donates tapes to NMSU Library
The tapes go as far back as 1976, and hold precious memories for Nixon, as well.
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NMSU regents select Valerio Ferme as university system’s next president
New Mexico State University has selected Valerio Ferme as its next president.
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Gadsden travels to Artesia for Epic Football Showdown–One for the Ages (How to Watch)
Two longstanding southern New Mexico high school football programs are set to clash tonight (Friday, September 20, 2024) on Artesia’s Mack Chase Field.
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City of Las Cruces Art Stop Public Art Exhibit Looking for Artists–SUBMISSION DEADLINE SEPTEMBER 30
The Art Bus Shelter art exhibit is looking for artists for the next iteration of this public art program.
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Volleyball Falls to UNM at Home
In a rematch from Tuesday’s affair in Albuquerque, the Aggies fell once again to their in-state rivals.
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Justice Department Awards Over $600M to Hire Law Enforcement Officers, Keep Schools Safe, and Improve Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Services
This funding will go to support a wide range of efforts, from hiring new law enforcement officers and keeping our schools safe, to expanding programs that support law enforcement mental health and wellness services and combating the distribution and trafficking of illicit drugs.