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A Las Cruces Digest Report by Levi Gwaltney, Editor
Daily Weather Report:
3 o’clock HIGH
Sunny then
Chance
T-storms
OVERNIGHT LOW
Chance T-storms then
Slight Chance
T-storms
Detailed weather information can be found at forecast.weather.gov
Reported Events Reminder for
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Cooling Stations to be Activated Through Wednesday
Las Cruces daytime temperatures are expected to be high for the next few days, so City cooling stations will be open through Wednesday, July 17, 2024, to offer some respite for residents who wish to escape the heat.
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Murderous Reads Mystery Book Series Continues at Branigan Library
The Las Cruces Public Library’s Murderous Reads Mystery Book Series continues July 17 with discussion of author Steven F. Havill’s “Posadas County” collection.
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Las Cruces public health office provides back-to-school vaccinations–No Appointment Necessary
No cost vaccinations for any child needing immunizations, with or without insurance.
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Special military and veteran oryx and pronghorn hunts opening June 12: Application Deadline is July 17
Three special military and veteran drawing opportunities for oryx and pronghorn will open Wednesday, June 12.
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Former Aggie, Diego Pavia, Leads Vanderbilt in upset of No. 1 Alabama in Vandy’s first-ever win over top-5 team
Vanderbilt was 0-10 against AP No. 1 ranked teams and 0-60 versus top-five teams heading into this matchup in Nashville.
Daily Driver Traffic Report for
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Camino Coyote Lane Shoulder Work
Las Cruces motorists will experience shoulder work on Howard Place and Camino Coyote Lane between Howard Place and Paseo de Dia starting Monday, July 15, through Friday, July 19, 2024.
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Lane Closure Planned for Picacho Avenue
A portion of eastbound Picacho Avenue, between Reymond Street and Alameda Boulevard, will temporarily be closed for two weeks to allow crews to install cables.
Check the New Mexico Department of Transportation website (NMRoads.com) for more.
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You’re Invited to the Peachtree Canyon Apartment Groundbreaking October 10
Please join us for the groundbreaking ceremony of the Peachtree Canyon Apartments, a 144-unit affordable housing development.
Events from the
City of Las Cruces Calendar of Events for
The events listed, below, link to the City of Las Cruces Events Calendar. For specifics, and to confirm time and place, please follow the links provided here:
- Gallery Geeks
Category: Branigan Cultural Center - Canceled – Housing PRCCategory:
Community Development - Realize Las Cruces Technical Advisory Ad Hoc CommitteeCategory: Community Development
- Historic Preservation Commission
Category: Community Development - Therapeutic Recreation Program Craft Class
Category: Fitness Classes and Sessions - Yoga with IvyCategory: Fitness
Classes and Sessions - Zumba with Angelica
Category: Fitness Classes and Sessions - Therapeutic Recreation Program Craft ClassCategory: Fitness Classes and Sessions
- Summer Wednesday Evening: Sharks
Category: Museum of Nature Science - Enhanced Fitness at Munson
Category: Senior Programs - Stained Glass – Open Studio
Category: Senior Programs - Desert Writers
Category: Senior Programs - Mosaic Open Studio
Category: Senior Programs - Dancercise
Category: Senior Programs - Jam Session
Category: Senior Programs - Bingo
Category: Senior Programs - Canasta
Category: Senior Programs - Zumba Gold
Category: Senior Programs - Chair Qigong Category: Senior Programs
Chair Qigong Category: Senior Programs - Munson Crochet
Category: Senior Programs - Las Cruces Chess Club
Category: Thomas Branigan Memorial Library - Murderous Reads
Category: Thomas Branigan Memorial Library - Library Lab
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How Do Power Outages Affect Households?
Approximately 70% or 23.6 million of the households reporting an outage said at least one outage lasted 6 hours or more.
Events from the
Doña Ana County Calendar Month View for
The events listed, below, link to the Doña Ana County Events Calendar. For specifics, and to confirm time and place, please follow the links provided here:
- No Events to Report
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Offense Wows in 2nd Match Victory Over LA Tech
The Aggies racked up their third straight win on Saturday; all of which have come in Conference USA play.
Events from the
Visit Las Cruces EVENTS for
The events listed, below, link to the Visit Las Cruces Events calendar. For specifics, and to confirm time and place, please follow the links provided here:
“Mata Ortiz: Highlights from the Lysbeth Warren Anderson Collection”
- New Mexico State University Art Gallery
- Recurring daily until July 20, 2024
Film Las Cruces – The Wrap
- Rio Grande Theatre
Healthy Waters – Healthy Furtures
- NMSU Domenici Hall Room 106
Mesilla Valley Film Society – Thelma
- Mesilla Valley Fountain Theatre
- Recurring daily until July 18, 2024
NM Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum’s Daily Demonstrations – Sewing and Twining
- New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum
- Recurring weekly on Wednesday until December 18, 2024
Summer Wednesday Evenings at the Museum – Topic: Sharks
- Museum of Nature and Science
Farmers & Crafts Market of Las Cruces – Wednesdays & Saturdays
- Downtown Las Cruces & Downtown Plaza de Las Cruces
- Recurring weekly on Wednesday, Saturday until July 31, 2024
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Weekly Energy Saving Tip: Start small for big savings
Making small changes can add up to big savings over time.
