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The iconic rock band Foreigner will bring their farewell tour to Las Cruces on Oct. 9, 2024, with the local Zia Middle School Choir joining them for their signature ballad, “I Want to Know What Love Is.”
Zia Middle School Choir to sing with Foreigner
On any serious list of enduring songs from the 1980s, somewhere near the top one will find Foreigner’s 1984 rock ballad, “I Want to Know What Love Is.” Its distinctive refrain, with … more
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Gallery Manager Natalia Martinez
Gallery manager links art and identity
“Las Cruces holds a special place in my heart. I love the diverse range of artists here in Las Cruces, especially because we're a borderland city,” Natalia Martinez said during a recent … more
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City pedals forward on bike, pedestrian lanes
The Las Cruces City Council unanimously accepted a $350,000 state grant to help pave the way for the development of active transportation pathways such as bike lanes and walking trails.  … more
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Families flock to state fair and rodeo
With the big rivalry football game between New Mexico State University and the University of New Mexico happening last Saturday evening, many families from Albuquerque came into town early to enjoy … more
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Students on a school field trip ride tricycles through a hay course at Mesilla Valley Maze on Sept. 20, 2024.
Mesilla Valley Maze holds family tradition
Each person has their own vision of an ideal fall day. For some, it might be drinking apple cider or their favorite pumpkin-spiced drink while getting cozy at home. For many New Mexicans, the ideal … more
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The Mayfield High School Band and the Mayfield High School Color Guard march in a community parade. Local schools are thinking outside the box and beyond traditional activities to keep students engaged and attending school.
How Las Cruces schools are keeping kids engaged
Since the Covid-19 pandemic, Las Cruces schools have seen a drop in attendance throughout the district. To move attendance back up, faculty challenge themselves to create an engaging environment for … more
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This mockup of the new Metro Verde Arcadia Park was presented at the Las Cruces council meeting on Sept. 16, 2024.
Las Cruces parks $525K into new green space at Metro Verde
The seeds of Las Cruces' newest park are taking root on the East Mesa. The Las Cruces City Council voted unanimously on Sept. 16 to reimburse a land developer for park construction as part of a … more
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Balloons take flight over White Sands National Park
The skies over White Sands National Park will bloom with color when the 31 st annual White Sands Balloon Invitational launches its two-day celebration on Saturday, Sept. 21, followed by another … more
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Los Lonely Boys publicity photo Ringo, Jojo and Henry Garza comprise Los Lonely Boys.
Los Lonely Boys include Las Cruces in new tour
Could Las Cruces one day be home to an omnibus festival of film, live music and related events similar to South by Southwest in Austin, Texas? Austin is a larger city by far and SXSW is … more
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Lisa Masterson gives Therapaws dog Trek some attention at Mesilla Valley Hospice in Las Cruces.
Therapy dogs unleash joy in Las Cruces
Local volunteer Charlene Curry and other members of Therapaws have found a great way to keep their dogs active while also contributing to community members’ health: through hour-long therapy … more
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El Paso Symphony Orchestra Music Director Bohuslav Rattay
El Paso Symphony Orchestra Announces its 2024-2025 Season
For 94 years, the El Paso Symphony Orchestra has cultivated community through classical music. “As we embark on another exciting season, I am filled with a profound sense of … more
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Clockwise from top: Mónica Torres and Yu-Feng “Winnie” Lee of New Mexico State University; and Mandy Leatherwood Guss of the city of Las Cruces.
Three Local Women Named Top Leaders
Three Las Cruces women were named this year among the “Top 50 Women Leaders of New Mexico” by a national publication and international professional organization.  Mandy … more
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Former NASA astronaut Nicole Stott will visit the Las Cruces Space Festival on Sept. 7.
Making Space for Everyone
Having an interest in what lies beyond our home world isn’t just the realm of nerds and fantasists anymore. So much of our everyday lives depends on what lies beyond our atmosphere. In fact, … more
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The Hatch Chile Festival ratchets up the heat at Hatch Valley High School and surrounding streets of Hatch.
Labor Day weekend brings festival fever
Generally regarded as the hottest ticket item of the season, the 52 nd Annual Hatch Chile Festival is a celebration of culture and cuisine like no other. Situated in the epicenter of New Mexican … more
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Noah Apodaca, 21, poses for a photo outside the NBC Sports studio in Stamford, Conn.
NMSU student returns from NBC Sports internship covering 2024 Olympics
Noah Apodaca did not get to go to Paris, France, for his internship with NBC Sports’ presentation of the 2024 Olympic games. Instead, he was shipped off to the coastal town of Stamford, … more
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Deming gets ready to race ducks
The summertime staple celebrates its 45th year, but as anybody who has attended can tell you, it’s about a whole lot more than competitive waterfowl. more
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Carlos and Karla Camacho are the owners of Always Best Care senior service franchises in El Paso and Las Cruces.
Senior service franchise opens in Las Cruces
A widespread network of non-medical services for elder residents reached the Las Cruces metro area when El Paso-based franchise owners opened an Always Best Care location downtown. Founded in … more
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Beer Fest returns to plaza
The Las Cruces Beer Fest, the annual beer sampling festival and outdoor party, will be held once again at Plaza de Las Cruces downtown. Although one must be at least 21 years old to sample beer, … more
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Bill Soules directs Dominic Orona as the student does a practice lap on the Redbird flight simulator.
STEM education takes off at Aero-Knowledge Center
New Mexico Senator Bill Soules, D-Las Cruces, and Experimental Aircraft Association member and local engineer owner Brett Hahn want everyone to have the confidence to feel like they can fly. The two … more
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Contestants serve attendees of the 2022 Men Who Cook annual fundraising event in Las Cruces, benefitting Mesilla Valley Hospice.
Men Who Cook celebrates 16 years
Food and wine, two of life’s greatest pleasures, will be the featured attraction when Men Who Cook brings wine country to the Las Cruces Convention Center on Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024. Mesilla … more
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