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NMSU research explores brackish water for agriculture amid drought concerns
NMSU

NMSU research explores brackish water for agriculture amid drought concerns

Study highlights potential for salt-tolerant crops and innovative irrigation solutions using New Mexico’s vast brackish groundwater resources

Tiffany Acosta
Firefighters contain blaze at commercial building on Avenida de Mesilla
Local

Firefighters contain blaze at commercial building on Avenida de Mesilla

No injuries reported as Las Cruces crews extinguish early morning fire

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New Mexico driver’s licenses and IDs now available on mobile devices
State

New Mexico driver’s licenses and IDs now available on mobile devices

Residents can add IDs to Apple Wallet and Google Wallet for use at TSA checkpoints, businesses, and mobile apps.

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Empowering New Mexico: NMSU Extension Family and Consumer Sciences drives statewide impact with $4.5M in grants
NMSU

Empowering New Mexico: NMSU Extension Family and Consumer Sciences drives statewide impact with $4.5M in grants

Programs tackle diabetes, nutrition, vaccine education and mental health, reaching 21,000 residents and generating $16.4M in economic benefits through targeted community initiatives and workforce development.

Tiffany Acosta
NMSU study finds high suicide rates among American Indian, Alaska Native children
NMSU

NMSU study finds high suicide rates among American Indian, Alaska Native children

Research by NMSU professor reveals nearly 16,000 years of potential life lost from 2015-2021, with suicide rates significantly higher than other racial and ethnic groups

Carlos Carrillo López
Mesilla Valley Jazz and Blues Society kicks off 2025 with Azúcar Jazz Combo performance
Entertainment

Mesilla Valley Jazz and Blues Society kicks off 2025 with Azúcar Jazz Combo performance

January meeting features Latin jazz, dessert social, and society updates on Jan. 19 at Alma d’Arte Charter High School in Las Cruces

Leah Romero
New Mexico laws lowering taxes, easing access to medication take effect in 2025
State

New Mexico laws lowering taxes, easing access to medication take effect in 2025

One new federal mandate will require some people to prove they have jobs to receive federal food benefits.

Austin Fisher
Moccia to depart NMSU, Burdge named acting athletics director
Sports

Moccia to depart NMSU, Burdge named acting athletics director

President Valerio Ferme cites Department of Justice report in leadership change; Burdge brings extensive experience in student-athlete success and hazing prevention

Justin Bannister
Teen in critical condition after shooting at Frenger Park
Crime

Teen in critical condition after shooting at Frenger Park

Las Cruces police investigate Monday evening shooting; no arrests made

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