Las Cruces Bulletin

Good news: There is plenty of help, resources available to those who struggle with mental health

In America today, approximately 1 out of 5 Americans is suffering with a mental health issue, and approximately 1 in 25 adults is experiencing a serious mental illness that substantially interferes … more

By Anna Laliotis CEO/managing director Mesilla Valley Hospital | 5/18/22

Honoring those who care for our community

Each May, it is my honor to take a moment to pause and reflect on the tireless work and dedication that our local healthcare teams exhibit every day of the year as they care for our community. … more

By John Harris, Chief Executive Officer, Memorial Medical Center | 5/18/22

Library hosts stress-relieving event 'Color Me Calm'

Thomas Branigan Memorial Library, 200 E. Picacho Ave., will host a stress-relieving program called Color Me Calm, beginning at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 21 in the Roadrunner Room upstairs at the … more

Bulletin Report | 5/16/22

Burrell College to receive donation from Woody and Gayle Hunt Family Foundation

Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine (BCOM) was expected to receive a seven-figure donation from the Woody and Gayle Hunt Family Foundation (WGHFF) May 17 at BCOM, 3501 Arrowhead Drive. In … more

Bulletin Report | 5/16/22

Mayor Ken Miyagishima prepares for a bike ride.

Mayor’s Bike Ride returns this weekend after pandemic hiatus

In celebration of National Bike Month (May), Las Cruces residents with bicycles are invited to join Mayor Ken Miyagishima for the Mayor’s Bike Ride and the Bike To Work Day event. After a … more

Bulletin Report | 5/16/22

Las Cruces state senator: Everyone should enjoy, benefit from city’s, county’s world-class outdoor opportunities

“Getting outdoors is healthy; it’s a medically established fact,” said state Sen. Jeff Steinborn, a Las Cruces Democrat, environmentalist and avid outdoorsman. Steinborn is also … more

By Mike Cook | 5/16/22

Staying true by giving back

Staying true to its goal of building good will and better friendships, Rio Grande Rotary Club of Las Cruces was busy setting up a huge yard sale to raise money for Mesilla Valley Hospice May 6. … more

Bulletin report and photo by Elva K. Österreich | 5/10/22

Mesilla Valley Hospital has new business development director

Mesilla Valley Hospital has a new addition to its leadership team with the promotion of Judy Baca as business development director. Baca has been a member of the Mesilla Valley Hospital Business … more

Bulletin Report | 5/10/22

Take a break; your brain will thank you

Do you feel scattered, distracted and too tired to accomplish simple tasks? Are the kids sluggish, cranky or more hyperactive than usual? These can be symptoms of cognitive fatigue which is on … more

By Rorie Measure | 5/10/22

Earth Day celebration at Holy Cross Retreat Center: Prayer, an outdoor mural, electric cars, tree planting

Holy Cross Retreat Center in Mesilla Park hosted two events for Earth Day on April 22-23. On Friday evening, about 45 people gathered for an interfaith prayer service in which those gathered … more

By Father Tom Smith, Director Holy Cross Retreat Center | 5/10/22

Native plant society to have Zoom meeting Wednesday

Las Cruces Native Plant Society of New Mexico Zoom meeting: 7pm. Wednesday May, 11. Dr. Sara Fuentes-Soriano will present “Tips to Identify A Grass.” Free. Email … more

5/8/22

Velo Cruces hosting bike swap Saturday

Velo Cruces is hosting a Bike Swap in the Moose Lodge parking lot at the north end of the Farmers and Crafts Market on Saturday, May 7, 2022 from 8am to 1pm. Sellers: Booth rental is a $10 … more

From Velo Cruces news release | 5/3/22

‘Climate and How it is Changing’ is Academy for Learning in Retirement’s May topic

The Academy for Learning in Retirement’s (ALR) May 2022 Zoom series will be on climate and how it is changing, ALR said in a news release. The presenter, Dr. David DuBois, is the state … more

Bulletin report | 5/2/22

Aquatics facilities summer hours of operation

The City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Department Aquatic facilities summer hours of operation, from May 23, 2022 through September 5, 2022. more

City of Las Cruces Release | 4/27/22

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is April 30 in Las Cruces

The National Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Prescription Drug Take Back Day is April 30 in Las Cruces and across the United States. From 10 a.m.-2 p.m. that day, local law enforcement will have … more

Bulletin Report | 4/24/22

NM high court creates commission to improve response to mental health issues

The New Mexico Supreme Court in April created a permanent commission to improve how the justice system responds to people experiencing mental health-related issues. The New Mexico Commission on … more

Bulletin Report | 4/19/22

Healthy Kids grant applications open through May 13

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico (BCBSNM) is accepting applications for its Healthy Kids, Healthy Families (HKHF) grant initiative through Friday, May 13, for programs occurring July 1, 2022- … more

Bulletin Report | 4/19/22

‘Planting the Seed:’ Retreat center celebrates Earth Day

Holy Cross Retreat and NM CAFé are sponsoring two events to commemorate Earth Day. Collectively, the celebration is called “Planting the Seed.” At 6:30 p.m. Friday, April 22, … more

Bulletin Report | 4/18/22

Nurses win DAISY awards at Memorial Medical Center for extraordinary service

Two Memorial Medical Center (MMC) nurses have been selected as MMC’s most recent recipients of the DAISY award for Extraordinary Nurses, the hospital said in a news release. Award recipients … more

Bulletin Report | 4/12/22

Las Cruces organizations receive health foundation grants

The Paso del Norte Health Foundation (PDNHF) recently awarded 14 grants totaling more than $2 million under the Healthy Living and Health Leadership priority areas, including three grants to Las … more

Bulletin Report | 4/11/22