Op-Ed | Las Cruces Bulletin

My childhood was unusual in that I spent a great deal of time around a diverse crew of adults, many of whom were argumentative. My parents entertained large gatherings of friends at least twice … more

Desert Sage | 12/29/23

Commission will deliver for Southern New Mexico

Southern New Mexico is home to vibrant and resilient communities with proud histories, striving to build even stronger futures. For years, I have fought to deliver federal investments to support … more

By U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich | 12/29/23

The joy of their spirits remain with us

My Thursday started with this comment: “There is more time behind us than in front of us.” more

By Richard Coltharp | 12/12/23

Even Zoom recognizes its limitations

My last paying gig was covering the state Legislature for its 2021 session, which was conducted entirely over Zoom to protect lawmakers and staff from the Covid-19 virus. It didn’t go well. … more

By Walt Rubel | 8/15/23

Celebrating Las Cruces’ place for celebrations

Some of you may be too young to remember Sam Donaldson, the longtime ABC TV newsman with the wandering eyebrows. Some of you may be too young to remember ABC TV news. Some years back, … more

By Richard Coltharp | 8/17/23

Richardson remembered as government leader, diplomat, ‘giant among men’

Former New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson died Friday night, Sept. 1, at his summer home in Chatham, Massachusetts at age 75. No cause of death given. more

9/5/23

Successful flight should boost spaceport

If you wonder if everyday people can make a difference in New Mexico, think of the Virgin Galactic spaceflight of June 29, the first commercial manned spaceflight out of New Mexico. I know what … more

By Richard Coltharp | 7/6/23

Congressional district in hands of judge

District Judge Fred Van Soelen of Clovis has until Oct. 1 to decide if the redistricting map that allowed Democrats to wrest control of the Second Congressional District will still be in place for … more

By Walt Rubel | 7/14/23

Monument status brings many benefits

In our arid, sun-kissed region of Southern New Mexico, a remarkable tale of growth, resilience, and prosperity has been unfolding over the past decade. At the heart of this growth is the Organ … more

By Carrie Hamblen | 10/3/23

Election reforms will help NM voters

In last week’s column I explained why I think the secretary of state should not interfere in an effort to force a referendum on six bills passed this year by the state Legislature. This week … more

By Walt Rubel | 6/22/23

Aggies take it over the hump

In an old “Seinfeld” episode, Kramer and Newman are talking about whether days have a “feel.” “Tuesday has no feel,” Newman says. “Monday has a feel. … more

By Richard Coltharp | 10/3/23

20 colorful ways to spend your money

Did you get your $500 rebate-refund-tax-kickback from the state of New Mexico? I’ll probably spend mine on something practical, a couple of needed home repairs. Five hundred dollars is a … more

By Richard Coltharp | 6/22/23

Pegs to Hang Ideas On

Recently Merriam-Webster declared that English sentences may end with prepositions – a bit redundant since, there was never an actual rule against ending sentences with prepositions but, much … more

By Elva K. Österreich | 4/10/24

Moccia leads Aggies to brighter future

The timing may seem odd, given the recent turmoil in the men’s basketball program, but New Mexico State University was wise to give Athletic Director Mario Moccia a five-year contract … more

By Walt Rubel | 4/27/23

Memory is a funny thing

Bulletin reporter Mike Cook has a small, intriguing story in the Business section this week about some collectible Hummel figurines for sale at the Emporium store downtown. The photo of some of … more

By Richard Coltharp | 4/27/23

Quality of Life at the End of Life

In June 2021, the Elizabeth Whitefield End-of-Life Options Act went into effect authorizing medical aid in dying (MAID) in New Mexico. On this second anniversary it seems timely to provide a brief … more

Barak Wolff, Chair, End of Life Options New Mexico | 7/6/23

Congratulations to Las Cruces City Council

As chairperson of the Unified Prevention Coalition of Doña Ana County, I want to offer the Coalition’s congratulations to the Las Cruces City Council for their vote to keep a distance of … more

Dr. Ned Rubin, Chair, Unified Prevention Coalition of Doña Ana County | 7/6/23

Now is the time to speak on OMDP plan

More than nine years after its designation as a national monument, the federal government has started the process to develop a resource management plan for the Organ Mountains/Desert Peaks National … more

By Walt Rubel | 7/6/23

Aggies reverse decades of futility

They said it couldn’t be done … and by “they” I mean me and just about everyone else who has followed the New Mexico State University football team over the years. In … more

By Walt Rubel | 12/5/23

Long time tradition to end with 'roast'

Remember the fable of stone soup? The innkeeper tells the travelers he can make a delicious soup from just a stone. And, by the way, he tells the travelers, if you could get some carrots and onions … more

By Richard Coltharp | 10/5/23