Month: February 2025
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Beware any Mystery Seeds in the Mailbox
The New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) is warning residents about potentially dangerous foreign seeds arriving in unsolicited packages across New Mexico and Texas.
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It’s Official: Measles outbreak declared in Lea County
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) reports two adult Lea County residents tested positive for measles Thursday– as confirmed by the NMDOH Scientific Laboratory Division – totaling to three cases this week.
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NM State Slotted in Eighth After 18 Holes in California
With one round in the books, the Aggies find themselves in eighth place on the team leaderboard while Kaylee Chen shot even par to finish the day as the top Aggie and among the top 10.
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Top Northcom, NORAD Officer Highlights Trio of Homeland Security Concerns During Senate Testimony
U.S. Northern Command and North American Aerospace Defense Command’s most senior leader pointed out three topics that have “direct implications for homeland defense” during a posture hearing today before the Senate Armed Services Committee on Capitol Hill.
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Register Early: Game and Fish Offer Hunter Education in Our Broader Community March 1 & 2
Once a student has successfully passed either an instructor-led or an online course, the hunter education certification is recognized in all 50 states, Canadian provinces, and Mexico.
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Pitching Shines in Two-Win Saturday Evening
NM State Softball returned to the win column twice on Saturday, taking care of Northern Colorado and Texas A&M – Corpus Christi
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Local Fishing Report (February 13, 2025)
The weather at Elephant Butte Lake State Park could be nice for fishing this weekend, with temperatures in the high 50s to high 60s through Monday.
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Crafting a Voice of Resistance with Latino Poetry at Branigan on February 18
Las Cruces Public Libraries is holding a series of poetry discussions/crafting sessions called Palabras y Artesanias (Words and Crafts).
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Trio of Podium Finishes, Strong Day in 3000m Punctuate Day One
Suiting up for their regular season finale, the Aggies took to the Albuquerque Convention Center for day one of the Don Kirby Elite Invitational, hosted by the University of New Mexico.
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February Report of Statewide Water Supply Outlook
The Lower Rio Grande, Rio Chama-Upper Rio Grande and San Juan storage systems held less water in storage on February 1 compared to last year.
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High-Scoring Affairs Yield Winless Softball Showing on First Day of Troy Cox Classic
The hosts took on nationally-ranked Nebraska before battling Northern Colorado, but fell short in both outings.
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Aggies’ All-Around Baseball Season Opener Earns Valentine’s Day Victory
A return to the diamond and a return to the win column. NM State (1-0) opened its season on Friday night at Presley Askew Field where they welcomed St. Thomas (0-1) and claimed a commanding 7-2 victory over the Tommies.
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NM State Women’s Tennis Blanks Lamar for Fourth Consecutive Victory–Lobos Up Next
Riding the momentum of a three-match win streak that featured consecutive shutouts, NM State looked to keep their dominance alive as they hosted Lamar on Friday morning.
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Breaking: 5.0 Earthquake in Toyah, Texas felt all the way in Las Cruces
A 5.0 earthquake hit Toyah, Texas at 10:23PM, and was followed by a 2.6 aftershock at 10:28PM. Facebook posts reporting shaking was felt in our broader community of Las Cruces all the way to Ruidoso.
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Breaking: State Police “Poster Boy” placed on leave amidst FBI’s DWI enterprise investigation–NMSU graduate at the helm during tsunami-level crisis in public trust
Chief Weisler’s announcement names Sergeant Toby LaFave as the one placed on “administrative leave” pending the FBI investigation, as well as an internal NMSP investigation.
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Breaking: Residential Fire Extinguished in Fairacres
Just after 3:30 a.m., DAFR crews responded to the fire at the 3300 Block of Winterhaven Drive.
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Breaking: Las Cruces Fire Assists Doña Ana Fire Rescue with Winterhaven Structure Fire Early Friday
LCFD assisted Dona Ana County Fire with a structure fire at the 3300 block of Winterhaven Dr early Friday morning.
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Doña Ana County Fire Rescue Hosted Training Session Last Friday
Doña Ana County Fire Rescue hosted an advanced NFPA 1400 training session on February 7, offering regional fire service instructors hands-on drills, compliance strategies, and risk management techniques.
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Bostick’s Moments of Grit Not Enough as Aggies Falter for Fourth Straight in Pan Am
Despite a strong first half that saw the Aggies take a five-point lead into the break, NM State ultimately fell 64-54, dropping three of their last four contests.
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Former Student Doctor Pleads Guilty to Child Pornography Charges
A former student doctor pleaded guilty to producing and possessing child sexual abuse material.
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Doña Ana Sheriff’s Academy Graduates Fourteen New Law Enforcement Officers
Fourteen cadets graduated Doña Ana County Sheriff’s Academy #29 on Thursday, February 13, 2025.
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City of Las Cruces and Doña Ana County to observe Presidents Day
The City of Las Cruces and Doña Ana County will observe Presidents’ Day. See closures, below:
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Playing it Down to the Final Seconds, Ladies Fall to Flames in Lynchburg
NM State began its two-game road stretch by facing off against the Liberty Lady Flames in the high mountains of Lynchburg, Va.
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Breaking: Las Cruces Police Investigate Fatal Crash
About 3:20 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025, Las Cruces police and fire were dispatched to a two-vehicle rollover crash at the intersection of Griggs Avenue and Hermosa Street.
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National Parks Service Answers Smart Question With Interesting Facts About White Sands
“Why is the white sand concentrated to the area the park is in?” Or… Why haven’t the dunes blown away?
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Las Cruces to receive share of $4 million in outdoor recreation access and trail infrastructure grant moneys
28 projects will stimulate local economies and create 300 jobs statewide.
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Emily Dobbins Named WAC Swimmer of the Week
NM State’s Emily Dobbins was named Swimmer of the Week by the league, highlighting an impressive sophomore campaign.
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Pinaieva Named Conference USA Athlete of the Week
Following an outstanding weekend on the court, NM State junior Anna Pinaieva has been named the Conference USA Athlete of the Week.
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U.S. Farmers Continue to Face Headwinds
Since 2022, farmers have experienced declining profits, and short-term agricultural debt has risen as farmers increase borrowing to finance production.
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Are First‑Time Home Buyers Facing Desperate Times?
First Time Buyers are proving to be more resilient than some have depicted and in a better position than many might have feared.
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College Softball at its BEST: Troy Cox Classic Tournament THIS WEEKEND
The Troy Cox Classic swings into action starting Friday – come out to see the Aggies, Nebraska, Northern Colorado and Texas A&M – Corpus Christi and Montana.
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Officer Jonah Hernandez Remembered: A Photo Essay
Family of officer Jonah Hernandez and law enforcement personnel from LCPD and other agencies, along with City staff, gathered Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025, in a ceremony to commemorate and celebrate Jonah on the one-year anniversary of his passing.
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First New Mexico measles case of 2025 confirmed in Lea County
The NMDOH Scientific Laboratory has confirmed a measles infection of an unvaccinated Lea County teenager. NMDOH is working with the patient’s family, Nor-Lea Hospital and the local school district to assure all contacts are up to date with their measles vaccinations.
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View From Other Side: HUSKERS FALL TO NO. 24 BULLDOGS
Nebraska University (#16) will head to Las Cruces, N.M. to take part in the Troy Cox Classic from Feb. 14-16.
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Doña Ana County Sheriff’s Office graduates 14 deputies
Upon graduation, each cadet will have successfully completed a 19-week law enforcement academy with 764 hours of rigorous and intensive training in state law, proper arrest procedures, mental health and de-escalation tactics, DWI training, physical agility, firearms qualifications, extensive use-of-force training and many other necessary skills required on the job.
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City to Consider New Franchise Agreement with El Paso Electric
In fiscal year 2023, El Paso Electric collected and paid approximately $1.779 million in franchise fees to the City.