Month: February 2025
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New Mexico State Police canine laid to rest after years of faithful service
He and his handler patrolled the southern border areas of New Mexico.
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Today is Last Scheduled Opportunity to Meet with Consultants for County Roadway safety recommendations–February 12 at Corbett Center
The consultant team will host their last public event booth at New Mexico State University’s Corbett Center, 1600 International Mall, in Lobby 1, near the food court, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12.
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Technical Rescue Team Helps in Two Organ Mountain Missions
On the evening of Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025, LCFD’s Technical Rescue Team joined Mesilla Valley Search and Rescue, Organ Mountain Technical Rescue and New Mexico State Police with the search and recovery of a 63-year-old man who died as a result of a fall in the Organ Mountains.
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Las Cruces Police Department Commemorates Fallen Officer Jonah Hernandez
“Not one day has passed that Jonah is not in our memories, in our hearts and actions as we continue to heal from that painful loss,” said Chief Jeremy Story.
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Lauren Garcia Named CUSA Player of the Week
In her first weekend with the Crimson & White, Garcia led the way for an Aggie offense that racked up 70 hits on a .389 batting average en route to a 4-2 record.
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Department of Defense Support to the Southern Border in Photos
United States Defense Secretary traveled to the southern border to see operations firsthand and interact with service members. U.S. Northern Command is the Defense Department’s operational lead for the employment of U.S. military forces.
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LA Tech Bulldogs Take Down No. 4 Oklahoma State 6-1
The Louisiana Tech softball team picked up its first win over a top 10 opponent since the 2008 season as the Bulldogs defeated No. 4 Oklahoma State 6-1 in their second game of the afternoon on Friday.
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Breaking: Police Investigate Shooting on West Picacho Avenue
The suspect is described only as a male with no additional information available at this time. The Criminal Investigations Section of the Las Cruces Police Department is actively investigating the incident.
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Las Cruces Mass-Shooting Unsolved After 35 Years
Today, Feb. 10, 2025, marks the 35th anniversary of one of the most heinous crimes ever committed in Las Cruces – the 1990 mass-shooting of four children and three adults at a local bowling alley.
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As the Wall Goes Up, Fences Come Down: BLM Helps Remove 1.5 Miles of Net Wire Fencing at Rimrock Mountain
Bureau of Land Management partners with Backcountry Hunters & Anglers and New Mexico Department of Game and Fish to remove 1.5 miles of net wire fencing as part of the Rimrock Mountain Fence Removal Project.
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NM State Men’s Tennis Outlasts Illinois State for 4-3 Win
The Aggies set the tone early in doubles play, as Roko Stipeticand Lance Urlaub teamed up to take down Caden Scarlett and Christian Capacci 6-4.
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Garcia and Lunar Mash Again in Sunday Sweep
The home bats were lively once again, driving in 18 runs across the afternoon to defeat Colorado State and Kansas City.
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Las Cruces Police Seek Technicians for Real-Time Crime Center
The RTCC will use real-time information and technology to help law enforcement personnel better respond to priority callouts.
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Register for Free Tax Education Webinar: Reporting Sales & Purchases of Farm Assets on February 13
An overview on identifying the information needed, tax forms to use, impact on tax liability, and tax management strategies to optimize after tax cash flow.
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A Tale of Two Offenses: Women Found One; Men Still Looking
NMSU’s Womens basketball team made it through the I-10 construction zone to put on a scoring display at “the Don”. The Men’s Team lost a close home game dependent on defense.
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Las Cruces Police Department Gains Five Experienced Officers
The five officers – three who previously retired from LCPD and returned to duty and two who are lateral hires from other agencies – completed an abbreviated four-week academy on Thursday and were sworn in by Third Judicial District Judge Conrad Perea.
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Dominant Showing at UNM Wraps Up Historic Regular Season
Eight wins and just one loss later, NM State Swim & Dive secured its best single-season winning percentage in program history.
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Offense Shines for Aggies Softball in Day Two Split
Following an opening day at the NM State Invitational that saw the Aggies split their first two contests, NM State returned to action for a pair of afternoon contests against Kansas City and UC Santa Barbara, respectfully.
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Doña Ana County Creative Industries Department had a strong start in 2024
Doña Ana County’s Creative Industries was established in 2024 and hit the ground running with an inaugural project, supported by the state’s Economic Development Department, newly created Creative Industries Division.
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New Mexico Tourism Department makes pitch to go international
The Tourism Department’s FY26 budget recommendation includes a modest increase of 3.3 percent over the FY25 operating budget.
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JOSCELYN OLAYO-MUNOZ: 16-TIME NATIONAL CHAMPION AND TEAM USA BOXER SETS SIGHTS ON HER FIRST INTERNATIONAL GOLD MEDAL
From the early age of five, Joscelyn Olayo-Munoz, now a senior at Las Cruces High School, showed a strong curiosity for the sport of boxing.
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Aggies Hope to Match Id to Ego, Beckoning the Power of “Superego” to Pan Am for I-10 Rematch
Saturday’s showdown marks the 229th meeting between NM State and UTEP, with the Aggies holding a 123-105 advantage in the all-time series.
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Aggies Show Legs After Season-Opening Loss is Answered With Early-Evening Win
The Aggies split their first two games of the campaign, falling at the hands of UC Santa Barbara before entering the win column against Colorado State in the nightcap.
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Women’s Tennis Rolls Past Weber State 7-0
NM State capped off an impressive week in dominant fashion, sweeping Weber State 7-0 for their third shutout victory of the week.
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Coast Guard Mobilized in Joint Operation as First Detainees Reach Guantanamo–HQ Battalion from New York Travels South
The first flight of high-threat illegal aliens out of the United States arrived at Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, today.
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Despite Orders to the Contrary, USDA Confirms Global Food Security Programs to Continue
Pictured: Foreign Agriculture Service staff visited Santa Teresa Cattle Crossing in New Mexico which is the largest cattle crossing point on the entire U.S.-Mexico border. (October , 2024)
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Aggies Fall in Doubleheader Versus Tulsa
After a historic weekend in Lubbock, the Aggies continued their road swing with a doubleheader against Tulsa on Friday.
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Conference USA’s “Limitless” Song Project
The collaboration began with discussions over the summer, where CUSA and Rogers outlined a plan for a song contest during the Fall 2024 semester.
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NMSU’s Physical Science Lab launches artificial intelligence leadership program
The Physical Science Laboratory at New Mexico State University launched the Defense Leadership Certificate Program, “Improving Developmental Testing with Artificial Intelligence,” an initiative designed to bolster the U.S. Department of Defense’s AI readiness and workforce capabilities.
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Sometimes it’s hard to contain the Valentines Day Sweetness–Branigan shows how on February 13
Are you looking for that extra special gift for your special Valentines this year?
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Southeast New Mexico at risk for measles exposure
New Mexico residents statewide are strongly encouraged to confirm shot records and get their essential vaccinations.
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Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles Face Off for the Second Time in Three Years
If you haven’t picked a team, you might consider rooting for the Eagles because they are the closest thing we have to “supporting local” in this year’s big game.
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Cowboys Found Something Special in Our Broader Community: Commitment Day’s Goings and Comings
The New Mexico Highlands Cowboys compete in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference competing against schools such as Colorado School of Mines and Adams State.
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Las Cruces City Council Approves Liquor License Transfers
By law, the New Mexico Alcoholic Beverage Control Division requires local government entities to conduct a public hearing for each liquor license transfer.
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Save a Life Saturday: take free CPR and first aid training February 15
The training introduces participants to essential life-saving techniques, including hands-only CPR, Stop the Bleed training and basic first aid.
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25th Annual Cowboy Days ride into town at New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum on March 7 & 8
On March 7, 2025 (Friday), local schools come to the Museum for Cowboy Days educational activities.