Early voting opens strong in Doña Ana County as New Mexico primary season begins
Early voting is underway in New Mexico’s 2026 primary election, with Doña Ana County voters already casting hundreds of ballots during the first days of voting.
DACC to award honorary degree to MVT founder Royal Jones
Doña Ana Community College will award an honorary degree to Mesilla Valley Transportation founder Royal Jones during its May 14 commencement ceremony.
Las Cruces approves land transfers for affordable housing projects
Las Cruces City Council approved multiple land transfers tied to affordable housing projects during Monday’s meeting.
LCPS students showcase science, creativity during Desert Data Jam competition
More than 300 Las Cruces middle school students participated in the 2025-26 Desert Data Jam science competition.
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New Mexico conservationists, elected officials mourn ‘conservation icon’ Ted Turner
New Mexico conservationists and elected officials are mourning Ted Turner after the media mogul and major landowner died at age 87.
Las Cruces council approves $600K in nonprofit health grants on split vote
Las Cruces City Council approved $600,000 in nonprofit healthcare grants after a divided vote during Monday’s meeting.
White Sands Missile Range plans Friday morning roadblock on Hwy. 70
White Sands Missile Range plans a Friday morning roadblock on US 70 near the missile range.
Holloman Air Force Base opens registration for Ace of Races Marathon
Holloman Air Force Base has opened registration for its annual Ace of Races Marathon scheduled for Oct. 10 near Alamogordo.
Las Cruces approves oversight contract for nearly $10M in opioid settlement funds
Las Cruces approved a contract for independent oversight and reporting tied to nearly $10 million in opioid settlement funds shared with Doña Ana County.
DACC professor earns regional teaching award, advances to international consideration
A Doña Ana Community College professor has received a regional teaching award and is now in contention for an international honor.
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