Oracle to consider delivering natural gas by truck to Project Jupiter
Oracle is considering trucking natural gas to Project Jupiter in Santa Teresa while a proposed pipeline remains delayed, according to Searchlight New Mexico.
New Mexico extends tax deadlines for flood-affected taxpayers
New Mexico has extended several tax filing and payment deadlines for individuals and businesses affected by September flooding, with penalties and interest waived.
Las Cruces police chief defends Flock cameras before state lawmakers
Las Cruces Police Chief Jeremy Story defended the city’s use of Flock license plate cameras before New Mexico lawmakers amid growing privacy concerns.
Las Cruces seeks input on Apodaca, Lift Up redevelopment plan
Las Cruces will hold an Oct. 28 public meeting for the Apodaca & Lift Up Metropolitan Redevelopment Area Plan and is seeking community input through Dec. 31.
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NMSU alum’s ‘La Carne Asada’ to screen at Santa Fe film festival
NMSU alumnus Aldo Morales’ bilingual short film “La Carne Asada” will screen at the Santa Fe International Film Festival Oct. 14-19.
League of Women Voters distributes 14,000 voter guides across Doña Ana County
The League of Women Voters of Southern New Mexico has distributed 14,000 free voter guides covering Doña Ana County and statewide races in the Nov. 3 election.
Final Young Park defendant sentenced to 90 years in prison
Nathan Rivas was sentenced to 90 years in prison for his role in the 2025 Young Park mass shooting, making him the final defendant sentenced in the case.
‘Summerween’ screening set for Oct. 10 at Rio Grande Theatre
Film Las Cruces and The Asylum will host a free Oct. 10 screening of Summerween at the Rio Grande Theatre, followed by a cast and crew Q&A.
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Accountability
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Las Cruces backs 80-unit housing project that will clear way for San Pedro Place redevelopment
Las Cruces approved a $1.35 million loan for the 80-unit Paseos Verdes development, a project that will help clear the way for redevelopment of San Pedro Place.
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.
Public Safety
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Las Cruces police chief defends Flock cameras before state lawmakers
Las Cruces Police Chief Jeremy Story defended the city’s use of Flock license plate cameras before New Mexico lawmakers amid growing privacy concerns.
Youngest Young Park defendant sentenced to 90 years in prison
Josiah Ontiveros, the youngest defendant in the 2025 Young Park mass shooting case, was sentenced to 90 years in prison.
Project Jupiter
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Oracle to consider delivering natural gas by truck to Project Jupiter
Oracle is considering trucking natural gas to Project Jupiter in Santa Teresa while a proposed pipeline remains delayed, according to Searchlight New Mexico.
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.
Education
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WNMU School of Business reaches record enrollment
Western New Mexico University’s School of Business reached a record 348 declared majors this fall, with gains across several degree programs.
WNMU housing nears capacity as enrollment grows, staff pay gaps persist
Western New Mexico University regents heard campus housing is 98% full as first-time undergraduate enrollment rises, while nearly half of non-represented staff remain below salary-grade minimums.
Community
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‘Summerween’ screening set for Oct. 10 at Rio Grande Theatre
Film Las Cruces and The Asylum will host a free Oct. 10 screening of Summerween at the Rio Grande Theatre, followed by a cast and crew Q&A.
‘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.
