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Delightful ride

Several months ago I broke my knee cap. I am 75 years old and active. I cannot ever recall not being able to drive myself since I was 16. I needed to get to doctor appointments, physical … more

By Karena Oberman | 6/1/23

Looking for a pathway to simplicity

There are 20 self-storage facilities in Las Cruces. My garage is full and most of the wall space is used up in the house. It’s a serious problem, and not only for me. Many of us have more … more

By Father Gabriel Rochelle | 6/1/23

When the ordinary become extraordinary

Is war inevitable? So far, in human history, the answer is yes. Almost always, the people who die in war are not the ones who decided to go to war. While political leaders make their … more

By Richard Coltharp | 5/25/23

What’s the real state aroma?

Now that New Mexico has an official state aroma, I’m already having second thoughts about its accuracy. The state legislature passed the measure in its 2023 session naming the smell of … more

By Richard Coltharp | 5/19/23

State, feds to lock horns on waste site

The United States government has a nuclear waste storage problem, and sees its solution in southeast New Mexico. Earlier this month, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission approved the application by … more

By Walt Rubel | 5/19/23

Border: Consider humanity as well as politics

“Where are all the migrants?” we asked as we toured Juárez, Anapra, El Paso and Sunland Park on May 10 and 11. Our first stop was the Sacred Heart Church on Oregon Street in … more

By Morgan Smith | 5/19/23

Buffer or not?

As early as June 5th, the Las Cruces City Council will be voting on whether to remove the requirement for a 300-foot buffer between cannabis dispensaries and residential neighborhoods. Meanwhile, … more

5/18/23

What was your best work trip?

Back in the 1990s, I was fortunate enough to be assigned not one, but two weeklong business trips to Hawaii. And another to Lake Tahoe. There was plenty of work to do, but time for activities … more

By Richard Coltharp | 5/11/23

Grads: Move slow and fix things

My unsolicited advice for this year’s graduates is simple: Move slow and fix things. In 2014, Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg coined the phrase, “move fast and break things” … more

By Walt Rubel | 5/11/23

New Mexico Will See Big Progress for Afterschool and Summer Learning

The New Mexico Legislature and Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham delivered major victories for children and families during its 2023 meeting. We are reversing trends that pushed New Mexico towards the … more

By Lt. Governor Howie Morales and May Sagbakke | 5/11/23

Fighting cancer one small step at a time

Cancer is hell. We’ve all lost loved ones to this dreaded disease. Making a small donation to organizations fighting cancer and its collateral damage can’t possibly help. Or can … more

By Richard Coltharp | 5/4/23

Governor can’t change human nature

I doubt there are many people over the age of 50 who grew up in this country and have not experienced some form of hazing, including the governor. I still remember sprinting home following the … more

By Walt Rubel | 5/4/23

Honor Flight takes off

Honor Flight No. 15 of Southern New Mexico and El Paso made another trip to Washington, D.C., April 27-29. This nonprofit organization, which was founded by a retired Air Force pilot in 2004, … more

By Mannie Morales | 5/4/23

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

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

Feels like feeling normal again

It dawned on me Thursday night, April 13, in the lobby of Allen Theatres’ Cineport 10, during the Las Cruces international Film Festival. I had just come from the J. Paul Taylor Symposium at … more

By Richard Coltharp | 4/20/23

Free speech will survive Fox lawsuit

In 1981, Sally Field won a Golden Globe for her portrayal of an ambitious and reckless newspaper reporter in the film “Absence of Malice.” The reporter uses information leaked by a … more

By Walt Rubel | 4/20/23

Thank you for random act of kindnesss

We were blessed at 11:45 a.m. at the Cattle Baron on a special Good Friday by unknown Samaritans who paid for our lunch. Being unable to personally "thank them", we will take this opportunity to … more

Wes and Georgette Strain | 4/20/23

All vulnerable New Mexicans must be protected

The New Mexico Family Guardianship Conservatorship Coalition is extremely pleased Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has taken swift and decisive action regarding the recent incidents of abuse of … more

The New Mexico Family Guardianship Conservatorship Coalition | 4/20/23

New Mexico’s Bilingual Multicultural Education Act

The nonpartisan League of Women Voters studies many issues. After a comprehensive study, a position is established and advocacy can occur. The education position of the League of Women Voters … more

League of Women Voters of Southern New Mexico | 4/20/23