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Postcards from Las Cruces’ German sister city [Photo gallery]

Mayor Ken Miyagishima and a contingent from Las Cruces recently visited Nienburg, Germany, to celebrate the 30th anniversary of their Sister City partnership. Delegation members included Mayor … more

Bulletin report | 8/23/23

Abandoned property on Main Street to be demolished

At its Monday, Aug. 21, regular meeting, the Las Cruces City Council unanimously passed a resolution declaring an abandoned property at 430 S. Main St. as “so ruined, damaged and dilapidated … more

Bulletin report | 8/22/23

BLM seeks public comments on proposed adjustments to Foothill Dolomite Mine Project

The Bureau of Land Management began a 30-day public comment period on proposed adjustments to the Foothill Dolomite Mine Project. In 2021, the BLM approved American Magnesium, LLC’s request to … more

8/18/23

The Double Eagle celebrates 50th anniversary, almost 175 years of Mesilla history, lore

When C.W. “Buddy” Ritter bought the Double Eagle in 1983, the restaurant manager asked him, “Did the ghost come with the sale?” “What ghost?” Ritter asked. … more

By Mike Cook | 8/17/23

New provost sees success, opportunity at NMSU

“I relish being here because of the students,” Alan Shoho said. “I feel like I have a calling to be here.” Shoho joined NMSU April 17 as provost and chief academic … more

By Mike Cook | 8/17/23

‘September surprise’ could prevent driest monsoon season ever

Las Cruces could be in for its driest monsoon season ever, but there is a “glimmer of hope” if current weather conditions deliver a “September surprise,” said National Weather … more

By Mike Cook | 8/15/23

Men Cooked!

The Men Who Cook event held Saturday, Aug. 12 at the Las Cruces Convention Center, was a benefit event for Mesilla Valley Hospice. more

Photos by Richard Coltharp | 8/15/23

'Setting the Stage' welcomes Aggies back to school

“Setting the Stage” event welcomes students to college adventure Aug. 13 at New Mexico State University. more

8/14/23

Casa de Peregrinos opens with a flourish

The new Casa de Peregrinos building, 999 W. Amador Ave., is directly in front of the old building, and includes a new roadway connecting Amador Avenue with the Mesilla Valley Community of Hope (MVCH) … more

8/14/23

To space and back

Galactic 02 soon to be astronauts walk out to the Land Rovers to be taken to their journey to space., returning as astronauts Thursday, Aug. 9. The crew of Galactic 02 included three private passengers and three Virgin Galactic employees. Jon … more

8/10/23

Higher power, greater community said ‘yes’ to CdP

As he was driving past Casa de Peregrinos (CdP) emergency food program’s new building on Amador Avenue one evening recently, Executive Director Lorenzo Alba stopped to admire progress. The … more

By Mike Cook | 8/9/23

Las Cruces police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred Sunday afternoon between a train and a pedestrian near Lohman Avenue and Amador Avenue.

UPDATE: Police investigate train vs. pedestrian crash

UPDATE, Thursday, Aug. 10 - The man struck and killed Sunday in Las Cruces by a northbound Burlington Northern Santa Fe train has been identified as 42-year-old Ryan Carl Hill. Hill carried a … more

8/6/23

Las Cruces loses another icon: Former ambassador Delano Lewis has died

(Editor’s note: The Las Cruces Bulletin has received word that former U.S. Ambassador to South Africa Delano Lewis has died. According to reports the Bulletin received, Lewis had been in care … more

8/2/23

Bridge to remain closed until $1 million repair job is done

The crossover bridge from Interstate 10 East to Interstate 25 North will be closed indefinitely, New Mexico Department of Transportation spokesperson Ami Evans told the Bulletin earlier this week, … more

8/1/23

Clearing the shelter

ACTion Programs for Animals (APA) has joined NBCUniversal Local’s 2023 Clear the Shelters pet adoption and donation campaign, Tuesday, Aug. 1-Thursday, Aug. 31. This is the ninth … more

8/1/23

Landfill fire extinguished

The Las Cruces Fire Department has taken additional measures to address a pesky fire at the City of Las Cruces Foothills Landfill off Sonoma Ranch Boulevard between Dripping Springs Road and Lohman … more

Bulletin report | 7/27/23

LCPS addresses bus delays, excessive heat at start of school

The start of the 2023-2024 school year was met with familiar challenges – bus delays, driver shortages and uncontrollable weather patterns. more

Bulletin Report | 7/25/23

Las Cruces octogenarian takes second in national Senior Games road race

Al Berryman runs three days a week, including a Saturday morning run that often covers six miles or more; he does strength training at Planet Fitness on El Paseo Road two mornings a week; rides a … more

By Mike Cook | 7/25/23

Humming Along [Video]

A black-chinned hummingbird (Archilochus alexandri), a small hummer with a long beak, visits a feeder in Las Cruces that is also frequently visited by two other blackchins. more

Video by Mike Cook | 7/25/23

'La Equis' lights up for Fragile X

You’ve surely seen the big red “X” south of the border in Juarez, as you’re driving along Interstate 10 near downtown El Paso. At 8 p.m. July 22, the red “X,” … more

7/18/23