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Black-and-gray eyeglasses displayed above a Stand Up To Cancer sign as part of Eyemart Express’ cancer research fundraiser.
Philanthropy

Las Cruces Eyemart Express fundraiser supports cancer research

Eyemart Express in Las Cruces is donating $5 from each Stand Up To Cancer frame sold through Aug. 29 to support cancer research.

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President Donald Trump speaks behind a lectern during a primetime address from the White House on July 16, 2026.
National

Trump raises election hacking claims as New Mexico officials split over address

President Donald Trump cited possible foreign hacking of U.S. election systems in a Thursday evening address, drawing sharply divided responses from New Mexico officials.

Jacob Fischler
NMSU alumnus Canyon Young holds a copy of his debut novel, “Eyes on the Horizon.”
Recognitions

NMSU alumnus’ debut novel earns national recognition

NMSU alumnus Canyon Young’s debut novel, “Eyes on the Horizon,” was named a finalist for a 2026 Spur Award from Western Writers of America.

Carlos Carrillo LĂłpez
A person holds a clear glass of water toward the camera.
City of Las Cruces

Las Cruces Utilities warns residents about water quality flyer scam

Las Cruces Utilities is warning residents not to complete or submit unauthorized flyers or door hangers asking about home water quality.

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A student in a red hoodie wears headphones and works on a laptop with a pen in hand.
LCPS

LCPS opens enrollment for new statewide online school

Las Cruces Public Schools has opened enrollment for Aspire Online School, a new virtual public school serving eligible K-12 students statewide.

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Multiple railroad tracks run through an industrial area in Las Cruces.
Public Safety

Woman killed after being struck by train in Las Cruces

A 35-year-old woman was killed late Tuesday after being struck by a southbound BNSF train near Brown Road in Las Cruces.

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A flyer shows Borderless Brass Band members with event details for a July 19 MVJBS gathering at Alma d’Arte.
Concerts

Borderless Brass Band to play July 19 MVJBS gathering

Borderless Brass Band will bring New Orleans-style jazz to the Mesilla Valley Jazz and Blues Society’s July 19 gathering in Las Cruces.

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Elementary students sit at desks while a teacher leads a lesson at the front of a classroom.
WNMU

WNMU teacher preparation programs earn ‘A+’ grades for reading instruction

Two Western New Mexico University teacher preparation programs earned “A+” grades in a national review of how future educators are trained to teach reading.

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A flyer announces a trauma-informed breathwork and acupuncture fundraiser July 19 at Dwell Yoga in Las Cruces.
Community

Breathwork and acupuncture fundraiser planned for July 19 at Dwell Yoga

A trauma-informed breathwork and acupuncture fundraiser is planned July 19 at Dwell Yoga in Las Cruces.

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