Las Cruces Bulletin

To the editor: As we begin to get back to “normal” life again, I have been reaching out to individuals and organizations that have gone above and beyond to support our local healthcare … more

By John Harris, CEO Memorial Medical Center | 5/21/20

Hospital week

To the editor: Hospital Week had deeper meaning this year as the MountainView Regional Medical Center team celebrated our work to provide, safe, high-quality care for patients. The COVID-19 … more

By David Cuenca, CEO Mountain View Regional Medical Center | 5/21/20

Vote Hamblen

To the editor: While I respect Senator Mary Kay Papen’s service as a legislator, I intend to vote for Carrie Hamblen in the Democratic Primary. For nearly three decades, Carrie has been … more

By Craig Fenske | 5/21/20

An election campaign without human contact

How do candidates running for office for the first time introduce themselves to the public at a time when public introductions can be deadly? more

By Walt Rubel | 5/15/20

Second Time Around

We must sell it, I told Mother, for we really have no other choice. The price is much too dear to harbor any doubt. more

By Baxter Black | 5/15/20

Senseless killing angers, frustrates

During all the craziness, health concerns and economic slide of the Coronavirus Times, I’ve found periodic comfort in the knowledge there are still plenty of good things unaffected by the disease. more

By Richard Coltharp | 5/15/20

NFL draft: a false promise of hope for fall

The NFL Draft is always about hope. The team that had the worst record last season gets to pick the best player coming out of college, lifting the hopes of their fans for better seasons in the years … more

By Walt Rubel | 5/8/20

The Infodemic: Conspiracies, misinformation, nonsense

Have you heard? 5G cell towers are spreading the coronavirus; Dr. Anthony Fauci sent the virus to China in 2015; Medicare is incentivizing hospitals to lie on admittance and deaths of patients, … more

By Elva K. Österreich | 5/8/20

The Cowboy Ball

In the midst of COVID-19, one of the deepest psychoses is loneliness. "Social distance," sliding take-out tacos under the door, being served pizza across the counter like a Frisbee, having to carry a … more

By Baxter Black | 5/1/20

Ferrary applause

State Rep. Joanne Ferrary, D-District 37, has been a progressive voice and agent for change since and before her election in 2016. Joanne has worked tirelessly to advance the cause of animal welfare … more

By Jean Gilbert | 5/1/20

Bravo

Bravo to the staff that publishes our Las Cruces Bulletin. The April 17 edition was filled with great articles. The NMSU students are making COVID Boxes to keep the virus contained with the patient. … more

By Mary Wagoner | 5/1/20

Re-elect Papen

I strongly support Sen. Mary Kay Papen’s re-election in N.M. District 38. Her ongoing accomplishments enhance our quality of life. My experience with Sen. Papen covers many projects. I respect … more

By Heather Pollard | 5/1/20

Double-dealing

Is America’s model of double-dealing in politics, great or what. Billions of dollars are spent by corporate and wealthy private donors to elect or reelect politicians while a concerned public … more

By Fermin-Fermon Torres | 5/1/20

Healthcare heroes deserve support during COVID-19

As we continue to fight COVID-19, it has been so encouraging to see the outpouring of support from Las Cruces and Doña Ana County for Memorial Medical Center. We have always striven to be a … more

By John Harris | 5/1/20

State will need help to get out of the hole

In the wee hours of the morning on Feb. 19, the New Mexico House of Representatives voted to give final approval to a $7.6 billion state budget, an increase in spending of about 8 percent from the previous year. more

By Walt Rubel | 4/24/20

Don’t panic. Richard’s column will return next week. But he let me fill the space this week, and I’m grateful.

As a lifelong asthmatic, I went to work from home before the governor shut down the state and ordered social distancing. more

By Jess Williams | 4/24/20

Brushes With Fame

Over the years, I have gotten to know or meet or hang out with what I call ‘famous people.’ From movie stars, politicians, world champions, athletes, writers and moguls. Often it was just … more

By Baxter Black | 4/20/20

Don’t let old law halt urgent preparations

This is a time for bending the rules. The First Amendment clearly protects churches from interference by the government, but at a time when thousands of people are dying every day from a virus … more

By Wale Rubel | 4/20/20

Stimulus package may preserve small businesses

The COVID-19 pandemic represents a huge labor market shock. Regional lockdowns have forced the layoffs and furloughs of millions of workers, disrupting long-term relationships between employers and … more

By Chris Erickson | 4/20/20

The least fun Jenga game ever

Do you feel like a big Jenga tower?If you’re not familiar, the Jenga game is a tower made of rectangular, wooden blocks neatly stacked in alternating patterns.It’s pretty solid in the … more

By Richard Coltharp | 4/17/20