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Our broader community had more weather on Thursday. Most schools opened on a two-hour delay, and many municipal offices knocked off early to avoid potential weather-related hardships.
A Las Cruces Digest Report
Thursday’s Weather-Related Incidents
Wednesday’s mayhem carried over to Thursday, as our broader community saw consistent snowfall through midday. While accumulation levels did not ice over most thoroughfares, there were still traffic complications to deal with. Wednesday saw a multiple-vehicle pileup west of Las Cruces on Interstate 10, closing traffic for eastbound travel while State Police and New Mexico Department of Transportation cleared the wreckage. It was also reported that wreckage stalled westbound traffic on I-10 west of Lordsburg. Details on both incidents were not publicly announced by State Police or NMDOT. On another major artery out of the city, the U.S. 70 Organ Pass prompted closing the mountain highway until nearly noon on Thursday.
By Thursday afternoon, notices started ringing from many governmental offices announcing early closings for the day. By 3 PM Las Cruces and Sunland Park city offices as well as Doña Ana County offices were closed. Las Cruces Public Schools continued the school day until the regularly scheduled dismissal after a delayed start. Las Cruces Catholic School executed an early dismissal and cancelled all after-school activities.
Friday’s Precautionary Schedules
Las Cruces Public Schools
SCHOOL WILL BE DELAYED TWO HOURS AGAIN FRIDAY
Kelly Jameson
Published January 9, 2025
Overnight temperatures expected Thursday evening have prompted Las Cruces Public Schools to call for another delayed start to the school day on Friday, Jan. 10. All classes will begin two hours later than regular. Bus schedules will be adjusted accordingly.
Because of their location at White Sands Missile Range, any adjustments to the schedule at White Sands School will be communicated directly from the principal.
According to the National Weather Service, today’s wet conditions, coupled with overnight freezing temperatures, could create difficult driving conditions in the early morning hours. Parents and staff are reminded to watch official district communication channels for updates.
Las Cruces Public Schools is on Facebook, Instagram and X. All updates are posted to the district website and through the LCPS smartphone app.
Gadsden Independent Schools
Important Announcement: Due to anticipated icy road conditions, GISD will shift to virtual remote instruction tomorrow, Friday, January 10th. Class schedules will remain the same, with normal start times. Stay safe!
Anuncio Importante: Debido a las condiciones resbalosas anticipadas, GISD cambiará a enseñanza virtual remota mañana, viernes 10 de enero. Los horarios de clases seguirán siendo los mismos, comenzando en sus horarios normales. ¡Manténganse seguros!
Mesilla Valley Christian School
Important Weather Update
Due to the forecasted inclement weather, Mesilla Valley Christian School will operate on a two-hour delay on Friday, January 10th.
• Secondary students will begin at 10:00 AM.
• Elementary students will begin at 10:15 AM.
We will continue to monitor the weather closely. If there are any further changes, we will notify families promptly via text, Facebook, and our website.
Thank you for your understanding as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff.
Mr. Roley
Head of School
Las Cruces Catholic Schools
For safety reasons, LCCS will be on a two-hour delay Friday, January 10th.
New Mexico State University
Due to expected overnight weather conditions, NMSU Las Cruces campus, all Doña Ana Community College campuses and NMSU Alamogordo will delay opening until 10 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 10, in alignment with announcements by local school districts. Updates will be posted at nmsu.edu as new information becomes available.
Doña Ana Community College
Weather Advisory: Two-Hour Delayed Start
Due to predicted inclement weather, Doña Ana Community College (DACC) will operate on a two-hour delayed start tomorrow, January 10th.
Offices at all campuses and centers will open at 10 a.m.
Stay updated on any changes via our Facebook page or our website: https://dacc.nmsu.edu/.
Please stay safe and plan accordingly! 
Doña Ana County Offices
Doña Ana County administrative offices will be on a one hour delay on Friday, January 10. We will begin business operations at 9 a.m. Stay safe!
We will continue to monitor the weather and provide updates.
City of Las Cruces
In anticipation of icy roadways caused by the overnight cold temperatures, the City of Las Cruces non-emergency operations will have a delayed start by two-hours on Friday.
All City facilities that are not designated as warming stations will open at 10 a.m.
Roadrunner Transit will delay operations to begin at 8:30 a.m.
Snow Travel Tips:
· If you do need to drive, do so with extra caution—brake gently and give yourself plenty of space.
· Watch for icy patches, especially on bridges and overpasses.
If you’re enjoying this rare winter wonderland, we’d love to see your snow pics! Share them in the comments below
No announcements of schedule adjustments made by U.S. Army White Sands Missile Range.
Please check their preferred method of communication to confirm if there will be no delay.
Warming Stations
City of Las Cruces Activates Warming Station Tuesday, January 7, 2025
The National Weather Service indicated a Winter Weather Advisory January 7-10 where snow may be possible, and winds gusting to 40 mph. The City of Las Cruces invites those in need of warmth and shelter to visit our designated facilities during the following times:
Frank O’Brien Papen Center, 304 Bell Avenue
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday – Friday
Meerscheidt Recreation Center, 1600 E. Hadley Avenue
8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday – Friday
9 a.m. to 6 p.m Saturday
Thomas Branigan Memorial Library, 200 E. Picacho Avenue,
9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
10 a.m. to 6 p.m Friday
1 – 5 p.m. Sunday
Munson Senior Center, 975 S. Mesquite Street,
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday – Friday
Sage Café, 6121 Reynolds Drive, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday – Friday
Benavidez Center 1045 McClure Road, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday – Friday
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