Las Cruces Bulletin

The most recent and first in-person meeting of the Future President Project cohort, including Las Cruces City Councilor Johana Bencomo, third from right, in Puerto Rico in November.

City Councilor Johana Bencomo becomes director of national Future President Project

Las Cruces City Councilor Johana Bencomo has begun a new job with the national Women’s Democracy Lab (WDL). Bencomo became program director of WDL’s Future President Project (FPP) in … more

By Mike Cook | 1/5/22

Vescovo sells on 'high note,' but will stay on as GM with new owners

By Mike Cook Las Cruces Bulletin “I wanted to go out on a high note, and we definitely did,” George Vescovo said after he sold his Toyota dealership to Viva Toyota, which took over … more

By Mike Cook | 1/5/22

Ban on most single-use plastic bags in effect in Las Cruces

The City of Las Cruces’ single-use plastic bag ordinance went into effect Jan. 1, with a goal of abating “the nuisance that has been caused through the rapid and growing increase of … more

1/4/22

NMSU’s patented maple tree glows with Aggie crimson pride

Rolston St. Hilaire must have known he was destined for a place in New Mexico State University history. The maple tree St. Hilaire began developing at New Mexico State University in the late 1990s … more

By Mike Cook | 1/4/22

2021: A lot more than just Covid-19

In Las Cruces, 2021 saw the return of live theater, athletic events and many other public gatherings after a hiatus of about a year and a half. It was also a blockbuster year for filmmaking in Las … more

By Mike Cook | 12/29/21

New city council set to go

Becki Graham and Becky Corran will begin four-year terms on the Las Cruces City Council Jan. 1. Corran, accompanied by two guests, and Graham, joined by her husband, Mike Graham, and her mother, … more

12/28/21

Las Cruces man summits Kilimanjaro in triumphant second climb

“My mind went very calm. I just had a total moment of peace.” That was Ride On Sports of Las Cruces owner David Hill’s experience a couple of weeks ago as he stood atop Mt. … more

By Mike Cook | 12/28/21

Everyone’s awaiting a visit from St. Nick

In this edition of the Bulletin, I continue a tradition carried by one of my mentors, the late Tom Reeves, who published newspapers in California, Colorado and Alamogordo, … more

By Richard Coltharp | 12/23/21

A special Christmas Eve market will be held at the Downtown Plaza Dec. 24 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

For last-minute shoppers: Special Christmas Eve market on tap at Downtown plaza

The Farmers and Crafts Market of Las Cruces is holding a special Christmas Eve market from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 24, on Main Street in Downtown Las Cruces.Main Street, from Bowman Avenue … more

Bulletin report | 12/22/21

Left to right are Doña Ana County Clerk Amanda López Askin, incoming Las Cruces Public Schools Board of Education member Bob Wofford, current board members Pamela Cort and Ray Jaramillo and LCPS Superintendent Ralph Ramos.

School board members sworn in for terms beginning Jan. 1

Two incumbents and one new member of the Las Cruces Public Schools Board of Education were sworn into office Dec. 15 for four-year terms that begin Jan. 1, 2022. The ceremony was held at the LCPS Dr. … more

By Mike Cook | 12/22/21

Like a good neighbor

Samuel McGillivray, a senior at Mesilla Valley Christian School, helped a Las Cruces neighbor, Karen, put up this tree in her home. Karen recently lost her husband, and Sam wanted to help her keep … more

Photos courtesy of Samuel McGillivray | 12/22/21

Governor signs congressional redistricting bill

New Mexico will have three newly drawn U.S. congressional districts thanks to a bill signed into law Dec. 17 by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham. The bill, sponsored by state Sen. Joseph Cervantes of … more

By Mike Cook | 12/21/21

State oil and gas production sets record

A new report from the New Mexico Tax Research Institute (NMTRI) shows the state’s oil and natural gas industry provided $5.3 billion in state and local tax revenue for fiscal year 2021 – … more

By Mike Cook | 12/21/21

Gov. Grisham signs new congressional map approved by Legislature

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Friday signed legislation that updates the boundaries of New Mexico’s three Congressional districts based on 2020 Census data. more

From governor's office | 12/17/21

‘Hugs for the Heart’ blends poetry, mental health advocacy, sharing and caring

A Las Cruces art gallery was transformed into a safe and welcoming performance space Dec. 9, as Art Obscura Gallery and owner Deret Roberts welcomed local poets, poetry readers and friends – … more

By Mike Cook | 12/16/21

With updated service times: Monsignor Robert Getz dies at age 88 after lifetime of service

Monsignor Robert Getz died Dec. 5 at Memorial Medical Center at age 88. more

By Mike Cook | 12/16/21

Las Cruces AARP chapter delivers books, tablets, blankets, love to state Veterans’ Home residents

A three-vehicle caravan with members of AARP Chapter 1230 of Las Cruces arrived at the New Mexico State Veterans’ Home in Truth or Consequences with hundreds of books ... more

By Mike Cook | 12/15/21

1,2,3 here we go!

On the morning of Dec. 11 more than 600 undergraduate students flipped their tassels at the Pan American Center at New Mexico State University. The graduate students were able to receive their … more

Photos by Elva K. Österreich | 12/14/21

Ways to help during the holidays: Food banks need financial support

The winter holidays can be a joyous time for many, spending time with friends and family and exchanging gifts. But for those who are less fortunate, the holidays can be a difficult time. Here are some ways you can help here in Las Cruces and throughout Doña Ana County. more

By Mike Cook | 12/9/21

A tough nut to crack: NMSU leads in national effort to map the pecan genome

You might say New Mexico State University faculty Ph.Ds. Richard Heerema and Jennifer Randall are bringing pecans out of their shells. more

By Mike Cook | 12/9/21