A recent series of online threats towards Las Cruces Public Schools are not credible, according to law enforcement officials. District administrators say the incidents have … more

Thursday afternoon the NCAA released the most up-to-date version its Graduation Success Rate (GSR) data and NM State posted a mark of 86-percent. more

New Mexico State University has a tradition of providing undergraduate and graduate students with exceptional academic programs, highly respected faculty and nationally recognized research programs. more

The New Mexico Finance Authority announces December 7, 2021 is the final day to submit an application for the $200 million Business Recovery Grant Program. more

The public is invited to attend a special ceremony hosted by the City of Las Cruces that features Unidad Park beginning at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, December 8, at the park location east of the Parks and Recreation Building at 1500 E. Hadley Ave. more

The Las Cruces Gadsden Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution plans to celebrate the 248th anniversary of the Boston Tea Party. The chapter will meet 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, at Hacienda de Mesilla, 1891 Avenida de Mesilla, to make final plans for the celebration. more

Doña Ana Community College’s Education Club is accepting donations for children in need for the upcoming holiday season, DACC said in a news release. more

The longtime tradition “Noche de Luminarias,” or “Night of Lights,” is set to make its return to New Mexico State University after pressing pause last year due to the pandemic. more

The 2021 Mitten Tree is up at Thomas Branigan Memorial Library, 200 E. Picacho Ave., and ready to accept donations, the City of Las Cruces said in a news release. more

There are so many ways to help people in need during this holiday season here in Las Cruces and throughout Doña Ana County and the border region. A financial donation in any amount is greatly appreciated, and so are donations of other items and volunteering. more

Lifelong Doña Ana resident and county employee Daniel R. Sambrano announces candidacy for Doña Ana County assessor, which is on the general election ballot in 2022. more

“I do think there’s going to be a lot of discussion and healthy debate,” Lt. Gov. Howie Morales said about the redistricting special session. Morales said he is confident that legislators and Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham will work together for a fair redistricting process to ensure that “New Mexicans have proper representation.” more

During its upcoming special session on redistricting, state Sen. Joseph Cervantes of Las Cruces said he hopes the New Mexico Legislature will redraw the state’s U.S. 2nd Congressional District, which includes Las Cruces and all of southern New Mexico, in a way that creates “a competitive and fair district that both parties can win.” more

Spread the news: Before the semester ends, those who have “No Current Permit” parking citations at New Mexico State University have a chance to clear their record while helping their … more

The menorah is lit during MEGA Chanukah on the Plaza, an event held at Plaza de Las Cruces by Chabad of Las Cruces Sunday Nov. 28. Chanukah begins at sunset and continues for 8 days. This year’s celebration on the plaza welcomed and fed close to 1,000 people featuring a live concert, Gelt drop by the Las Cruces Fire Department, a Chanukah pop up shop and variety of craft activities for children. more

After a year off because of the pandemic, Kids Can is back with Kids Can Candyland Christmas holiday youth market 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 4 at Plaza de Las Cruces Downtown. more

The Downtown Las Cruces Partnership (DLCP) is preparing for the holidays with upcoming events, Vivas Ventanas and Small Business Saturday on Nov. 27. For the third year in a row, Ventanas Vivas will feature artwork from local artists. more

Doña Ana Community College (DACC) will be one of several drop-off locations throughout Las Cruces accepting donations to help local dogs and cats at two of the area’s animal organizations. more

The Las Cruces Police Department (LCPD) is working to improve efficiency and customer service for 911 calls, the City of Las Cruces said in a news release by adding text-message updates to a caller’s phone. more

Here is a bit of history and/or folklore explaining some of the great mysteries surrounding holiday traditions. more