Las Cruces Bulletin

Elections shape our future - do your part

Vote. Make your voice heard. Participate in democracy. In recent years, election officials have made it easier and easier to vote. Early voting, mail voting, convenience centers and other improvements demonstrate that municipalities recognize the busy nature of American life in the 21st Century. more

Richard Coltharp | 10/20/21

What happens when you send your cows off to sale? Boot camp!

Do you ever give much thought to where your weaner steers and heifers go when you load’em on the truck or take’m to the sale? more

By Baxter Black On the Edge of Common Sense | 10/20/21

Lots of resources available to get informed for local election

Early voting began for local elections on Oct. 5. As you prepare to vote, you need reliable information to determine which candidates best represent your values. more

By Kathy Brook and Eileen VanWie | 10/15/21

Bond issue, levy will improve experiences for students

In addition to an array of candidates for local elections, your Nov. 2 ballot will feature two questions regarding the Las Cruces Public Schools. more

By Richard Coltharp | 10/15/21

An unexpected end to a deer hunting trip in NM

I’ve got a mule deer hangin’ on my wall from northern New Mexico so I could relate to Rafael’s story. more

By Baxter Black | 10/15/21

Letter: City Council not responsive to individual needs

City Council elections are coming up. Council members look after the City’s growth and development, and currently Las Cruces has the following: :The Airport Action Plan, Las Cruces Innovation … more

10/12/21

Letter: Pamela M. Cort wrong for School Board

Mrs. Pamela Cort is a fine woman in her own right but she is entirely wrong for LCPS School Board District 2. When she was selected as a Board Member she inevitably stated that she was for Equity and … more

10/12/21

Letter: Jaramillo wrong for school board

Raymond M. Jaramillo wrong for School BoardIn the recent bulletin put out by the League of Women Voters, a liberal, partisan group in Dona Ana County, Ray Jaramillo has taken to aligning himself with … more

10/12/21

Letter: Don't use primates for experimentation

This month, Ndakasi an endangered mountain gorilla who became known with her selfies with a park ranger in Congo, died after an illness in the arms of the ranger who rescued her as an infant 14 years … more

10/12/21

Local elections for city council, other boards worth the challenge

Every four years, Americans flock to the polls in droves to elect a new president. Last year, more than 155 million people cast their ballots, most of them just happy that the campaign was finally over, at least for a minute. more

By Walt Rubel | 10/7/21

Sometimes biggest dreams are the simplest

Where will you sleep tonight? Chances are, you’ll sleep in the same comfortable bed you slept in last night? more

By Richard Coltharp | 10/7/21

An astrological guide for cowboys and ranch types

Astrology is one of those wonderful pseudo-sciences like naturopathy or cattle futures that anybody with an imagination can rapidly become an expert in. more

By Baxter Black | 10/7/21

The fair: Returning to a familiar tradition

For more than a year and a half now, we’ve all wanted things to get back to normal. This week, right here in Doña Ana County, you can experience one of the most normal, traditional, American, New Mexican events of all: the Southern New Mexico State Fair. more

By Richard Coltharp | 9/29/21

Excuses for keeping that cow around a little bit longer

I try not to make this column too educational but sometimes there is a need that can’t be ignored. When ranchers and cowmen work their cowherd, they are often under pressure to cull cows that they have developed a peculiar fondness for. more

By Baxter Black | 9/29/21

Eastwood and the Land of Enchantment

The actor-director-movie star Clint Eastwood is always good for a quote. Some of the famous ones are “You just gotta ask yourself one question: ‘Do I feel lucky?’ Well do ya, punk?!” from 1971’s “Dirty Harry,” or “Go ahead, make my day!” from 1983’s “Sudden Impact,” or “Get off my lawn!” from 2009’s “Gran Torino.” more

By Richard Coltharp | 9/23/21

Daydreamin’ about quitting the old job

Now and then I get to thinkin’ I should quit this feedlot job. Go and ride with Buster, what’s-his-name, his Texas wagon mob. more

By Baxter Black | 9/23/21

Remembering Neil McCarthy and the mark he left on NMSU

The Big Dog is gone. Neil McCarthy died in his sleep last Sunday after living for 81 years. more

By Jack Nixon | 9/23/21

Redistricting: What will the new congressional districts look like?

Following each decennial census, the seats in the U.S. House of Representatives are reapportioned so that rapidly growing states gain representation and states with slower growth lose. Then, the states draw new district boundaries (redistricting) to reflect shifts in population within the state. more

By Eileen VanWie and Kathy Brook | 9/16/21

Despite changes, ‘The’ game remains the same

“What?!” “Are you telling me the Cruces-Mayfield game is THIS Friday? And you’re talking about the Las Cruces High School-Mayfield High School FOOTBALL game?” more

By Richard Coltharp | 9/16/21

Sometimes, meetings can really go off the rails

When you take a seat in the waiting room of a veterinary clinic, a feedlot office or an animal health store, you occasionally notice a body sitting there who looks out of place. more

By Baxter Black | 9/16/21