Luna County awarded $2.9 million for roads, Columbus trade development
Luna County will receive $2.9 million in federal funding for road upgrades and plans for an industrial park near the Columbus port of entry.
Joanne Ferrary retires from New Mexico House after decade representing Las Cruces
State Rep. Joanne Ferrary retired July 31 after nearly a decade representing House District 37 in northeastern Las Cruces.
Dallas Fed economist to give regional economic update in Las Cruces
A Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas economist will discuss regional economic conditions during an Aug. 4 MVEDA forum in Las Cruces.
Benjamin Alire Sáenz, acclaimed borderlands author and generous mentor, dies at 71
Benjamin Alire Sáenz, the award-winning Las Cruces-born author of ‘Aristotle and Dante,’ died Tuesday at 71 after a long illness.
Army scholarship brings active-duty soldier to NMSU
Sgt. Jumaris Maduro will attend NMSU through the Army’s Green to Gold Program, earning a psychology degree while completing ROTC.
New Mexico seeks proposals for youth conservation job grants
New Mexico organizations may apply for Youth Conservation Corps grants of up to $225,000 for projects employing young people ages 14 to 25.
Free FYI+ after-school program enrolling Las Cruces students
FYI+ is enrolling Las Cruces students in a free after-school program offering tutoring, STEM activities, arts, wellness and family events.
DACC still accepting students for fall 2026 semester
Doña Ana Community College is still accepting applications for the fall 2026 semester, which begins Aug. 19.
Doña Ana water system faces new violation after failing to notify customers of uranium exceedance
Doña Ana MDWCA faces an additional violation after failing to notify customers of a uranium exceedance at Treatment Plant No. 5, according to NMED.
KRWG-TV expands free over-the-air service to El Paso
KRWG-TV is now available free over the air on Channel 22 throughout the El Paso area, expanding the public television station’s Borderland reach.
Free backpacks, school supplies available Sunday in Hatch
Hatch-area families can receive free backpacks, school supplies and other services at a back-to-school event Sunday, July 26.
Free back-to-school vaccine clinics available across New Mexico
Free back-to-school vaccination clinics are available across New Mexico through Aug. 29 for children from birth through age 18.
Las Cruces police, NMDOT urge caution as students return to school
Las Cruces police and NMDOT are urging drivers and pedestrians to use extra caution as students return to school across southern New Mexico.
Man accused of stabbing roommate 26 times at Anthony RV park
Alejandro Mustafat is accused of stabbing a friend at an Anthony RV park, leaving the victim with 26 knife wounds across his body and head.
Las Cruces cooling stations remain open through July 29
Las Cruces cooling stations will remain available through Wednesday, July 29, as near triple-digit temperatures continue across the area.
What southern New Mexicans say they need from local news
A new Organ Mountain News assessment finds southern New Mexicans want clearer civic reporting, broader community coverage and stronger follow-through.
$31.2 million state investment will expand NMSU energy research center
A $31.2 million state investment will expand NMSU’s IDEAL Center for electric-grid research, clean energy testing and workforce development.
Las Cruces police to host public safety town hall with mayor, councilors
Las Cruces police will host a July 29 town hall featuring Mayor Eric Enriquez, all six city councilors and small-group discussions on public safety.
