NM State falls 29-19 at Hawaii after second-half rally
NM State rallied from an early 16-point deficit to tie Hawaii in the third quarter but fell 29-19 Saturday night in Honolulu.
Doña Ana County adds planner as development reviews push past state deadline
Doña Ana County commissioners approved a new planning position after officials said application volume has risen about 20% since 2021 and some reviews are exceeding a state deadline.
‘Acid Western’ world premiere brings trick roping, live music and immersive art to Las Cruces
The world premiere of “Acid Western” comes to the Rio Grande Theatre Sept. 12 with trick roping, live music, immersive video art and interactive storytelling.
Vasquez, Cunningham set Oct. 16 debate as Vasquez seeks Spanish-language matchup
Gabe Vasquez and Greg Cunningham are set to debate Oct. 16 on KRQE in the NM-02 race. Vasquez also says Cunningham has not responded to a Spanish-language Univision debate challenge.
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Young Park shooting defendant sentenced to 90 years, eligible for parole in 25
Gustavo Dominguez was sentenced to 90 years for his role in the 2025 Young Park mass shooting but will be eligible for parole after 25 years under New Mexico’s juvenile code.
NMSU to host public reading by award-winning writer Sept. 11
Award-winning writer Jessica Alexander will give a free public reading at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 11 in NMSU’s CMI Theater, followed by a discussion.
Doña Ana County approves $15.8 million in Colonias funding for Chaparral sewer expansion
Doña Ana County commissioners approved $15.83 million in Colonias Infrastructure Fund financing for two Chaparral wastewater projects expected to expand sewer service to more than 1,100 residents.
Oracle says Project Jupiter could turn to grid power if air permit falls through
Oracle told Doña Ana County commissioners Project Jupiter could seek power from a grid provider if its planned on-site system cannot secure an air permit, potentially requiring further county review.
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Doña Ana County adds planner as development reviews push past state deadline
Doña Ana County commissioners approved a new planning position after officials said application volume has risen about 20% since 2021 and some reviews are exceeding a state deadline.
Doña Ana County approves $15.8 million in Colonias funding for Chaparral sewer expansion
Doña Ana County commissioners approved $15.83 million in Colonias Infrastructure Fund financing for two Chaparral wastewater projects expected to expand sewer service to more than 1,100 residents.
Public Safety
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Young Park shooting defendant sentenced to 90 years, eligible for parole in 25
Gustavo Dominguez was sentenced to 90 years for his role in the 2025 Young Park mass shooting but will be eligible for parole after 25 years under New Mexico’s juvenile code.
17-year-old found guilty on five felony counts in Strykers Shooting World burglary case
A jury found 17-year-old Adan Delgado guilty of five felonies tied to the 2025 Strykers Shooting World burglary in Las Cruces while acquitting him on two counts and deadlocking on two others.
Project Jupiter
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Oracle says Project Jupiter could turn to grid power if air permit falls through
Oracle told Doña Ana County commissioners Project Jupiter could seek power from a grid provider if its planned on-site system cannot secure an air permit, potentially requiring further county review.
Doña Ana County seeks Project Jupiter committee changes without disclosing amendment
Doña Ana County commissioners will consider changing Project Jupiter monitoring committee rules Tuesday, but the packet omits the amendment and appointee names.
Education
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Golden Apple launches new pathway to help veterans become teachers in New Mexico
Golden Apple Foundation has launched Veterans into Teaching, a new pathway designed to help veterans transition into teaching careers, including through its New Mexico Scholars program.
NMSU launches systemwide mentorship program for undergraduate students
NMSU will launch a systemwide mentorship program this fall, pairing undergraduate students with faculty, staff and administrators for yearlong guidance.
Community
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‘Acid Western’ world premiere brings trick roping, live music and immersive art to Las Cruces
The world premiere of “Acid Western” comes to the Rio Grande Theatre Sept. 12 with trick roping, live music, immersive video art and interactive storytelling.
NMSU to host public reading by award-winning writer Sept. 11
Award-winning writer Jessica Alexander will give a free public reading at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 11 in NMSU’s CMI Theater, followed by a discussion.
