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Into the Great White Sands: Photographs by Craig Varjabedian at the Branigan Cultural Center; Reception May 1
The Into the Great White Sands photographic collection is owned by the NMSU Library, Archives, and Special Collections. [more]
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Fishing Report: Tell Your Fish Story
Department of Wildlife received no reports for the following waterbodies over the past three weeks: Caballo Lake, Glenwood Pond, Percha Dam, Rancho Grande Ponds, Trees Lake and Young Pond. [more]
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Softball: Faith Aragon Named CUSA Pitcher of the Week
With her performances, Aragon continues to establish herself among the nation’s elite, currently ranking sixth nationally in strikeouts with 197 on the season. [more]
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Film Las Cruces and Dona Ana Community College screen American Hemp Farmer Documentary for Earth Day, April 22
“It’s an uplifting and unifying film and a ray of hope on Earth Day. There’s something we can all do about extreme climate.” [more]
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Karlos Saucedo y Grupo Éxito to Perform at City’s Mother’s Day Concert May 10
Karlos y Grupo Éxito joined forces in January of 2025 and have been making waves in the Tejano scene the past year that they’ve been together. [more]
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¡mira! Las Cruces 2026: The full festival rundown
“This event is much more than music and lights. It brings together our community and welcomes thousands of visitors to experience our vibrant culture, history and traditions.” [more]
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Doña Ana Among Counties Designated by USDA as Natural Disaster Areas
FSA will review the loans based on the extent of losses, security available, and repayment ability. [more]
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Las Cruces Public Schools Highlights Impact for Lawmakers of Legislative Funding
“Legislative support plays a critical role in the success of our students.” [more]
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“Where We Ended Up”: 2026 MFA Thesis Exhibition Opens May 1 at the University Art Museum
Bottle caps and packaging straps, once part of childhood play and learning, return to the work as reminders of how small, everyday objects quietly influence who we become. [more]
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Primary Election Day Approaches in New Mexico
If you have a current or expired New Mexico driver’s license or state ID, you may register or update your registration online through New Mexico’s Online Voter Registration System. [more]
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White Sands Missile Range: A Crucial Site for U.S. Space Exploration – 1940s to 1960s
This article delves into WSMR’s significant contributions to space exploration during the transformative years of the 1940s to the 1960s—a period when advancements in aerospace technology became a national priority and laid the groundwork for future space travel. [more]
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Volunteers Help Sustain Stargazing and Stewardship at White Sands
“My favorite thing to do is pick up trash in the dunes, especially after a windstorm.” [more]
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City Recognizes VITA Volunteers During Volunteer Appreciation Month
According to the city, volunteers contributed time and expertise to help community members prepare and file taxes accurately, providing a public service during the filing season. [more]
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Submit Your Art: Exploring Identity and History in NM & El Paso; Deadline June 12
The goal of this exhibition is to pose questions about the founding of the United States as a nation and how its original promises outlined in the Declaration of Independence have played out over time. [more]
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Egyptian National Sentenced for Federal Firearms Offense in Las Cruces
The Las Cruces Resident Agency of the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Albuquerque Field Office investigated this case with assistance from the Las Cruces Police Department and Homeland Security Investigations Las Cruces. [more]
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Branigan Cultural Center Accepting Proposals for 2027-2028 Community Exhibits; May 15 Deadline
Artistic exhibitions have included photographs of agave fields and the making of tequila, ceramics reflecting the wildlife of the Mesilla Valley, and photographs related to Día de los Muertos. [more]
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Reframe Systems Scales Housing Production With Robotics-Powered Microfactories
By controlling construction in a factory setting and overseeing design, permitting, site assembly, and occupancy, the company already has reported that it has reduced costs and build times by 35 and 50 percent, respectively. [more]
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NMSU supporter Bowman to receive honorary doctoral degree
“There are so many people who quietly give their time, talent and resources to help others succeed.” [more]
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Softball: Aggies Claim Series Win With 1–0 Victory at MTSU
Devin Elam accounted for the game’s only run with a solo home run in the fourth inning. [more]
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Baseball: NM State Pushes Sam Houston Late Before Falling 12–10
The loss marked just the second time this season the Aggies have fallen in a game that they scored eight or more runs. [more]
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Korean War Soldier Laid to Rest at Last in Gallup With Full Military Honors
With his identification confirmed, he is no longer counted among the missing, but among those brought home. [more]
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IRS Issues Guidance for Late Filers, Launches New Tool for Tax Debt Help
The tool is intended to make compliance “clearer, more accessible, and less intimidating for taxpayers.” [more]
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Scheduled Repair and Maintenance for Bronze Sculptures
Beginning Sunday, April 19, 2026, E.J. and Mabel and the Albert Johnson bronze sculptures will undergo maintenance. [more]
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Las Cruces public health nurse honored for excellence
“Nurses are lifesavers, and the New Mexico Department of Health is proud of all our nurses’ contributions to our agency and the larger community: the state of New Mexico.” [more]
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USDA and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Break Ground on New Texas Sterile Fly Production Facility
“Together, we are building a modern, resilient capability right here at home—one designed to safeguard U.S. agriculture by countering this threat with speed, scale, and scientific precision.” [more]
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USDA Trade Promotion Funding May Have Relevance for New Mexico Pecan Growers
Programs are intended to help keep American agriculture “competitive, resilient and ready to meet growing global demand.” [more]
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What Millions of Homeowner’s Insurance Contracts Reveal About Risk Sharing
Premiums substantially exceed expected losses, reflecting the value households place on transferring rare but severe risks. [more]
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Track & Field: Aggies Record Multitude of Top-10 Performances in California
Rounding out the trio of meets on day one, Kamryn Cadle was the lone Aggie entrant in the Hammer Throw, recording a mark of 51.27 meters at the Pacific Coast Invite. [more]
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Softball: Late Rally Comes Up Short for Aggies at MTSU
NM State looks to bounce back and close out the weekend strong as the Aggies face Middle Tennessee in the series finale on Sunday, April 19 at 10 a.m. at Blue Raider Softball Field. [more]
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Baseball: Aggies Fall 4-3 to Bearkats
Saturday marked just the fifth one-run game the Aggies have played in this season. [more]
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Breaking: Friday Fatal Rollover Crash on Northrise Drive Under Investigation
The circumstances surrounding the crash remain under investigation. [more]
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Planting the best tomato sandwich: Selecting top garden tomato varieties for Georgia’s tastiest summer sandwich
“I’d say 90 out of 100 vegetable-related calls I get in the summer are about tomatoes.” [more]
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Zachary Babitz Pleads Guilty in Federal Case Tied to Violent Crime Spree That Reached Las Cruces
Friday’s announcement marks a significant turn: Babitz has pleaded guilty, and, according to the plea agreement, the parties have agreed that life imprisonment is the appropriate disposition. [more]
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NMSU Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering to host PFAS talk May 1
“Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances have become an important focus of ongoing state rulemaking efforts, highlighting the need for strong scientific understanding and collaboration.” [more]
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NMSU professor receives NSF CAREER Award, igniting student research
Last month, New Mexico State University astronomy assistant professor Juie Shetye received a 2026 CAREER Award, demonstrating her inspirational leadership for undergraduates and empowering them to become involved in research and pursue advanced degrees. Source: NMSU NewsroomBy Minerva BaumannPhotos: Courtesy Cover Photo Caption: Juie Shetye, center, New Mexico State University astronomy assistant professor, received a [more]
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Board grants authority to regulate PFAS-laden firefighting foam
“Designating discarded PFAS-laden firefighting foams as a hazardous waste means the Environment Department can require cleanup.” [more]
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State strengthens SNAP process to help families
Current SNAP customers will not experience any disruption to their benefits at this time [more]
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Fire restrictions in effect on Department’s Wildlife Management Areas
Anglers, campers and hikers who use these areas are urged to check restrictions before they travel. [more]
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Wildlife law violation checkpoints begin for hunting, fishing seasons
Department officers may be assisted by other law enforcement agencies such as the U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, New Mexico State Police or county sheriff’s offices. [more]
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New Mexico Reports Decline in Sexually Transmitted Infections During STI Awareness Week
These encouraging declines speak to how sustained, targeted interventions can make a difference. [more]
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Madrigal, Carruthers recognized at NMSU’s Founders Day
“Founders Day started during my tenure at New Mexico State as president, and I never envisioned that I would ever be a legend,” Carruthers said. [more]
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NMSU: Women’s Tennis Program Announces Leadership Transition
“We would like to thank Coach Wang for her dedication and service to our women’s tennis student-athletes and our university.” [more]
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Tennis: Aggies Fall to Jacksonville State in CUSA Tournament Opening Round
With the result, NM State concludes its 2025-26 campaign following its appearance in the Conference USA Tournament. [more]
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Softball: Aggies Open MTSU Series With Shutout Win
Faith Aragon tossed a complete‑game shutout, allowing two hits and striking out 10. [more]
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Baseball: Comeback Effort Falls Short Against Sam Houston
With the loss, they are now 1-3 in one-run contests. [more]
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Early Earth Day: New Mexico Historic Sites Announces Events; Spring Garden Demonstration at Fort Selden April 18
Admission is $5 for adults and free for children 16 and younger [more]
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Esports: Portales (18th) Ranks Highest Among 4 New Mexico Teams in Top 25
To qualify, schools must participate in at least five different esports titles. [more]
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Golf: CUSA 2025-26 All-Academic Teams Announced; Emma Bunch Selected Third Time
The Denmark native has posted four consecutive top-10 finishes, including earning a share of the title at The Clash at Boulder Creek to close out the fall season. [more]
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New Mexico State Police identify remains as missing man, Joel “Deano” Valdez
Mr. Valdez was initially reported missing on September 21, 2025, after he failed to return home to Coyote after work in Silver City. [more]
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Discovery Scholars Program expands research opportunities for NMSU undergraduates
“The program is flexible – different disciplines are going to have different expectations, different time constraints and different requirements.” [more]
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New Mexico Felon Charged in Alleged Plot to Help Inmate Escape
According to investigators, Briscoe allegedly directed Garcia to hide a firearm behind an ATM on the second floor of the University of New Mexico Hospital. [more]
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Golden Dome Will Protect Homeland, Provide Layered Defense, Leaders Say
“Today, our capability to defend the nation is limited, and its effectiveness is eroding against an increasingly advanced set of threats. Golden Dome will rectify this by creating a layered defense in depth of the United States.” [more]
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NMSU students to showcase sustainable designs during Aggie Fashion Week
“Aggie Fashion Week continues to demonstrate that sustainability can be both thoughtful and aesthetically compelling.” [more]
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Attorney General Raúl Torrez Announces Massive Multi-State Win; Jury Finds Live Nation Acts as an Illegal Monopoly
“Live Nation and Ticketmaster used their dominance to squeeze out competition and drive-up prices, and everyday fans, artists, and venues paid the price.” [more]
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Attorney General Raúl Torrez Secures $2.25 Million Settlement with Mylan Over EpiPen Pricing Practices
“This settlement serves as an important protection for New Mexico consumers and families who depend on affordable access to life-saving epinephrine products,” [more]
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Attorney General Raúl Torrez Joins U.S. Senators Durbin and Hawley, Advocates in Washington to Demand Congressional Action to Protect Children Online
“New Mexico has led the fight to hold Big Tech accountable, and we are not slowing down.” [more]
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NMSU art history student receives J. Paul Taylor Social Justice Award
“More importantly, it gives me an opportunity to amplify stories that might otherwise go untold.” [more]
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NMSU political science students present at national research conference
“It’s an important opportunity for our students to go to D.C. and represent New Mexico.” [more]
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Golf: Bunch Secures Final Energy Transfer CUSA Women’s Golfer of the Week Award
This season alone, Bunch has collected four weekly awards, including three this spring. [more]
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Tennis: Aggies’ Comeback Bid Falls Just Short in CUSA Tournament Opener
In what marked the final match of the season, the Aggies’ fight and determination were on full display as they pushed the contest to the brink after trailing early. [more]
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