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NMSU

Counts named content director for NMSU’s KRWG Public Media

KC Counts has been named content director for NMSU’s KRWG Public Media. She brings more than 30 years of broadcast experience to the role.

A 12-year-old girl with long dark brown hair smiles softly with her eyes closed. She is wearing a black top and appears indoors.

Las Cruces police seek help finding missing 12-year-old girl

Las Cruces police are asking for help locating 12-year-old Jocelyn Morales, last seen about 5 a.m. Thursday on the 3200 block of Oak Street. Call 575-526-0795.

NMSU to host fourth annual Gratitude Walk/Run Sept. 13
NMSU

NMSU to host fourth annual Gratitude Walk/Run Sept. 13

New Mexico State University’s Marketing and Communications department will host the fourth annual Gratitude Walk/Run Sept. 13, featuring a 5K, 1-mile fun run, family activities and a food drive for the Aggie Cupboard.

A promotional still for the short film “Followed,” directed by Andrew Jara and produced by Sheyla Rico, which wrapped filming in Las Cruces.
Film

Short film ‘Followed’ wraps in Las Cruces, explores digital vulnerability

“Followed,” a short film about online safety and real-world threats, wrapped principal photography in Las Cruces and employed more than 20 New Mexico residents.

Las Cruces City Hall with U.S., New Mexico and city flags flying in front.
City of Las Cruces

Las Cruces’ Know Your City program returns Sept. 3

Las Cruces residents are invited to take part in the city’s Know Your City program beginning Sept. 3, a free 12-week series that offers insight into local government operations.

Official portrait of U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, with the American flag and New Mexico state flag in the background.
Hatch

Heinrich staff to host mobile office hours Aug. 29 in Hatch

Staff from U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich’s office will meet with Doña Ana County residents Aug. 29 at the Hatch Public Library to answer questions about Social Security, veterans’ benefits, immigration, and other federal programs.

Rows of illuminated server racks in a data center, with glowing blue and green indicator lights and cables running along the floor.
Doña Ana County

Doña Ana County advances Project Jupiter data center plan despite water concerns

Doña Ana County commissioners advanced Project Jupiter, a multibillion-dollar data center plan in Santa Teresa, over community concerns about water and tax equity. A final vote is set for Sept. 19.

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Local

John Muñoz announces candidacy for Las Cruces City Council District 6

Business and nonprofit leader launches campaign focused on safety, housing and inclusive growth Organ Mountain News report LAS CRUCES – Two candidates are now in the running for Las Cruces City Council’s District 6 seat. Business and nonprofit leader John Muñoz announced his candidacy this week, joining Tommy Black, who

Front entrance of the Doña Ana County Government Center in Las Cruces, with palm trees lining the walkway under a partly cloudy sky.
Doña Ana County

Doña Ana County to weigh incentives for “Project Jupiter” AI data center campus

Doña Ana County commissioners will consider a first step Tuesday toward incentives for Project Jupiter, a hyperscale AI data center campus, without details yet on water and electricity impacts.

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