Doña Ana County to mail property valuation notices May 1
Doña Ana County property owners will receive Notices of Value by mail on May 1, one month later than usual due to pending changes to property tax exemptions for veterans.
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Heinrich backs bipartisan bill to increase sanctions on Russia over Ukraine war
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich has co-sponsored a bipartisan bill that would impose harsh sanctions on Russia and its supporters if the country refuses to negotiate peace with Ukraine.
Mesilla Valley Fine Arts Gallery to feature mixed media and oil painting in May exhibit
The Mesilla Valley Fine Arts Gallery will spotlight mixed media artist Naida Zucker and oil painter Roberta “Bobbie” Widner in its May 2025 exhibit.
Heinrich and Hickenlooper push back against GOP plan to sell public lands
Sens. Martin Heinrich and John Hickenlooper introduced an amendment to block Republican proposals to sell public lands and fund tax breaks for the wealthy.
Las Cruces and Doña Ana County begin work on 2025-26 budgets
The City of Las Cruces and Doña Ana County are preparing their 2025-26 budgets, with a focus on infrastructure, housing and transparency. Residents will have opportunities to weigh in over the next few weeks.
Las Cruces International Film Festival celebrates a decade of film, education, and community engagement
The Las Cruces International Film Festival marks its 10th year with a lineup of screenings, workshops, and special guests, including Helen Hunt and Michelle Hurd, emphasizing student involvement and local storytelling.
Teen blackout poetry event coming to Branigan Library on April 11
Las Cruces Public Libraries will host a blackout poetry event for teens on Friday, April 11, at Thomas Branigan Memorial Library. The drop-in session is free and open to ages 12–18.
Las Cruces utility payment counter to close for staff training April 10
Las Cruces utility customers will need to use alternative payment options the morning of April 10, as the City’s Cashiering Program will be closed for staff training from 8 a.m. to noon.
National Weather Service to deliver 2025 monsoon and fire weather outlook
The National Weather Service will present its 2025 monsoon and fire weather outlook on April 12 at Thomas Branigan Memorial Library in Las Cruces.