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Las Cruces, NM
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Las Cruces, NM — For those who want to fight cabin fever, trail maps for 16 Las Cruces area hikes are available online on the Soroptimist International of Las Cruces website, www.silcnm.org. …
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3/30/20
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After an announcement by the New Mexico Public Education Department Friday, March 27, that schools would remain closed through the rest of the year and students would be on a pass/fail basis rather …
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By Elva K. Österreich
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3/30/20
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Contrary to misinformation circulating on social media sites, Las Cruces police and other local law enforcement agencies in New Mexico are not conducting traffic stops simply to check essential or …
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3/27/20
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New Mexico public education will shift to a learn-at-home model as schools remain closed for the rest of the academic year.
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham made the announcement …
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By Elva K. Ӧsterreich
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3/27/20
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Earlier this week, the New Mexico Supreme Court ordered a temporary moratorium on evictions for inability to pay rent during the COVID-19 public health emergency.
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By Jess Williams
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3/27/20
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President Don Williams, left, of the Gadsden Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) presents SAR’s fire safety commendation medal and award to New Mexico State University firefighter Robert Boehms.
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3/27/20
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SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Wednesday announced two public health orders that will protect New Mexico’s supply of the personal protective equipment health care workers need …
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3/27/20
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From Las Cruces Hispanic Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Curtis Rosemond:
"We realize many of our local businesses are facing the reality of having to lose or cut back staffing. Some …
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By Mike Cook
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3/27/20
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At a special meeting Friday morning, March 27, the Las Cruces City Council unanimously passed an ordinance that allows the mayor and council to exercise emergency powers through a …
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By Mike Cook
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3/27/20
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(EDITOR’S NOTE: The below information is current as of 3:30 p.m. Friday, March 27. As we know, the news regarding Coronavirus and responses is changing by the minute. We will work to update as …
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By Richard Coltharp
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3/27/20
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According to the Centers of Disease Control, www.cdc.gov, the national confirmed COVID-19 cases increased from 54,453 March 25, to 68,440 March 26. There have been 994 deaths.
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By Richard Coltharp
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3/26/20
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Everyone knows the physical, emotional and economic impact of COVID-19. It may also be having some unforeseen benefits for the environment.
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By Mike Cook
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3/26/20
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To celebrate the Continental Divide Trail, the communities along its length, and the spirit of community among those who enjoy the 3,100-mile trail, the Continental Divide Trail Coalition (CDTC) will host a virtual Trail Days celebration …
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ON THE CDT
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3/26/20
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Lorenzo’s Italian Restaurant is one of many local restaurants offering takeout and curbside service, as well as delivery.Though state orders due to the coronavirus have shut down dine-in eating …
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3/26/20
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“I’m a survivor,” said a Las Cruces woman about her 17-year struggle with domestic violence.
Mary (not her real name) was 18 years old when she met Frank (not his real name), the …
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By Mike Cook
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3/26/20
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Las Cruces Public Schools security officer Luis Ruiz helps as staff at Conlee Elementary School distribute breakfast and lunch to students on a drive-up basis. Las Cruces Public Schools implemented …
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By Elva K. Osterreich
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3/26/20
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On average, LCU responds to more than 8,000 calls every year asking for crews to identify underground utilities. Homeowners and contractors need to know where gas pipes and other underground …
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By Cassie McClure and Suzanne Michaels
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3/26/20
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Teachers looking to join Las Cruces Public Schools will have the opportunity to meet with Human Resources personnel at a job fair Friday, April 3, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the administration offices …
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3/26/20
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According to the Centers of Disease Control, www.cdc.gov, the national confirmed COVID-19 cases increased from 44,183 March 24, to 54,453 March 25. There have been 737 deaths.
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By Richard Coltharp
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3/25/20
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The Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico and United Way of Southern New Mexico have launched a Nonprofit Emergency Fund to support nonprofit organizations that experience loss of funds due to the COVID-19 health pandemic.
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3/25/20
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