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They said it couldn’t be done … and by “they” I mean me and just about everyone else who has followed the New Mexico State University football team over the years. In … more

By Walt Rubel | 12/5/23

Long time tradition to end with 'roast'

Remember the fable of stone soup? The innkeeper tells the travelers he can make a delicious soup from just a stone. And, by the way, he tells the travelers, if you could get some carrots and onions … more

By Richard Coltharp | 10/5/23

'Twas a wireless Christmas [Video]

“A Modern-Day Visit from St. Nick,” verse by Algernon D’Ammassa/Las Cruces Bulletin. more

By Algernon D'Ammassa | 12/22/23

3-11-22-Sandra with Cuban migrants in Deming

Women on the Border

Claudia Sheinbaum or Xóchitl Gálvez? Which of these two women will be the first woman in Mexico’s history to be elected President in the national elections next June? … more

By Morgan Smith | 1/11/24

Maybe I was wrong about Holtec

The risk of talking to people who are much more knowledgeable on a particular topic is it may require a re-evaluation of long-held beliefs. Dr. James Conca accurately describes himself as one of … more

By Walt Rubel | 11/30/23

Moving on to new directions

In my 13-plus years with the Las Cruces Bulletin, I’ve written more than 600 columns. Some have been serious, some have been light-hearted, some have been educational (I hope), and a lot have … more

By Richard Coltharp | 11/30/23

Aggie football brings us together

Perhaps the most community-unifying event I’ve ever seen in Las Cruces didn’t even happen in Las Cruces. It took place four hours west of here in Tucson, Arizona. You may have … more

By Richard Coltharp | 11/22/23

Governor can’t change human nature

I doubt there are many people over the age of 50 who grew up in this country and have not experienced some form of hazing, including the governor. I still remember sprinting home following the … more

By Walt Rubel | 5/4/23

Fighting cancer one small step at a time

Cancer is hell. We’ve all lost loved ones to this dreaded disease. Making a small donation to organizations fighting cancer and its collateral damage can’t possibly help. Or can … more

By Richard Coltharp | 5/4/23

Beautiful Balloons

Sept.15-17 in Alamogordo, you have the opportunity to attend a manageable and, to my way of thinking, a beautiful balloon fest. It’s the White Sands Balloon Invitational and this year marks the 30th anniversary of the event. more

By Richard Coltharp | 9/7/23

House mess dates back to the Tea Party

Yvette Herrell is a skilled and tireless campaigner with a keen understanding of the Second Congressional District. But how is she going to convince voters next year that we have been well served by … more

By Walt Rubel | 10/19/23

Bowman helps make dreams come true

Educators and scientists all agree it’s difficult for children to learn on an empty stomach. That’s why we have so many programs working to ensure young students have access to food at … more

By Richard Coltharp | 10/19/23

Sixth Amendment can’t be ignored

The Sixth Amendment guarantees the right to a “speedy and public trial.” The Speedy Trial Act of 1974 passed by Congress interprets that to mean an indictment within 30 days of arrest and … more

By Walt Rubel | 8/2/23

The other New Mexico Ground Zero

Most New Mexicans know Trinity Site, in the northern, Stallion Gate area of White Sands Missile Range, is Ground Zero for the first atomic bomb detonation in August 1945. With the release of the … more

By Richard Coltharp | 8/2/23

Richardson always wanted something bigger

Bill Richardson was the most ambitious person I’ve ever met. Our first meeting was when I was a moderator for a 2002 gubernatorial debate against Republican John Sanchez and David Bacon of … more

By Walt Rubel | 9/7/23

First responders respond in that life-changing instant

One instant. A life can change in a single instant. It’s happened to many of us, and to people we love. If we have a flat tire, many of us know how to change it. But if we have a … more

By Richard Coltharp | 9/7/23

Nuggets finally win with brown ball

I was working at a trendy Denver restaurant called the Colorado Mine Company in 1975 when the Denver Nuggets brought North Carolina State phenom David Thompson in for dinner during his recruiting … more

By Walt Rubel | 6/7/23

Las Cruces generosity shines again

There are lots of reasons Life is Good in Las Cruces. The weather is great, for the most part. The food is great, especially when you add some local green chile. And the mountain views and … more

By Richard Coltharp | 6/7/23

Sen. Katy Duhigg, D-Albuquerque Senate District 10

‘The greatest honor of my life’

In Albuquerque, first-term state Sen. Katy Duhigg, a Democrat elected in 2020, has been preparing for a “short session” sure to be packed with proposals going beyond budgetary matters and … more

By Algernon D'Ammassa | 1/15/24

Is civilian review board best solution?

The effort to create a civilian review board for the Police Department threatens to create a rift between the City Council and some progressive voters during a municipal election year when police and … more

By Walt Rubel | 6/1/23