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Crime Prevention Event Provides VIN Etching on UTVs, Motorcycles

Las Cruces police and The Power Center are co-hosting a free vehicle identification number etching and VIN inspection event on Saturday specifically for utility terrain vehicles, side-by-sides, and motorcycles.

The free Crime Prevention Event wil...

N.M. Updates High-risk States Under Quarantine Order

New Mexico Updates Its High-risk States Under Quarantine Order

Scam Telephone Calls from Police Impersonators

Las Cruces police are warning residents of potential scam telephone calls that are trying to entice call recipients to respond to the scene of a crash or provide personal or financial information.

On Wednesday, Sept. 23, a Las Cruces police serge...

City Council Adopts New Version of Utility Terrain Vehicle Ordinance

The Las Cruces City Council has repealed and replaced the City’s Utility Terrain Vehicle (UTV) ordinance with a new version. The council’s action came during its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, September 22.The new version of th...

City Council Adopts New Version of Utility Terrain Vehicle Ordinance

The Las Cruces City Council has repealed and replaced the City’s Utility Terrain Vehicle (UTV) ordinance with a new version. The council’s action came during its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, September 22.The new version of th...

City Council Hears from Business Owners About Proposed Changes to the City’s Minimum Wage

The Las Cruces City Council met Tuesday, September 22, via video conference, for a Special Work Session regarding the City’s proposed minimum wage for 2021.

City Council especially sought input from employees, business owners or managers in Las C...

City Council Hears from Business Owners About Proposed Changes to the City’s Minimum Wage

The Las Cruces City Council met Tuesday, September 22, via video conference, for a Special Work Session regarding the City’s proposed minimum wage for 2021.

City Council especially sought input from employees, business owners or managers in Las C...

Construction Notice for Mission Road

Mission Road between Cheyenne Drive and Roadrunner Parkway will experience westbound shoulder work starting Thursday September 24. Additionally, Sunrise Point Road at Mission Road may experience a flagman operation for the installation of telecommunicatio...

Construction Notice for Roadrunner Parkway

Roadrunner Parkway between Mission Drive and Cheyenne Drive will experience intermittent southbound right lane closure starting Monday, September 28.Additionally, Santo Domingo Avenue at Roadrunner Parkway may experience a flagman operation for telecommun...

Espina Street Hit-and-Run Kills Man, Injures Another

Police are continuing to investigate Monday evening’s hit-and-run crash that claimed the life of a 43-year-old Las Cruces man and critically injured a second man near the intersection of Espina Street and Arizona Avenue.

About 8 p.m. Monday, Sept...

Parks Upkeep on Forefront of Parks & Recreation Priorities

The City of Las Cruces – specifically the Parks & Recreation Department – is launching a new way community members can hear messages directly from the director. The Director’s Message is a new feature on the City&rsqu...

Parks Upkeep on Forefront of Parks & Recreation Priorities

The City of Las Cruces – specifically the Parks & Recreation Department – is launching a new way community members can hear messages directly from the director. The Director’s Message is a new feature on the City&rsqu...

Parks Upkeep on the Forefront of Parks and Recreation Priorities

The City of Las Cruces – specifically the Parks and Recreation Department – is launching a new way community members can hear messages directly from the director. The Director’s Message is a new feature on the City’...

13 Cadets Graduate from LCPD Academy

The Las Cruces Police Department graduated 13 police cadets Friday, Sept. 18 from its state-certified law enforcement training academy.

Because of the public health emergency, the 49^th Las Cruces Police Academy’s graduation was limited to a short...

13 Cadets Graduate from LCPD’s Academy

The Las Cruces Police Department graduated 13 police cadets Friday from its state-certified law enforcement training academy.

Because of the public health emergency, the 49^th Las Cruces Police Academy’s graduation was limited to a short Zoom pres...

13 Cadets Graduate from LCPD’s Academy

The Las Cruces Police Department graduated 13 police cadets Friday from its state-certified law enforcement training academy.

Because of the public health emergency, the 49^th Las Cruces Police Academy’s graduation was limited to a short Zoom pres...

City Council to Meet September 21

The Las Cruces City Council will meet at 1 p.m. Monday, September 22, via video conference, for a regularly scheduled meeting.The meeting will be televised live at 1 p.m. Monday on CLC-TV, Comcast Cable channel 20. The meeting will also be available onlin...

Installation of Furnishings at City Hall

As part of the City’s commitment to keeping its facilities in a clean, safe, and well-maintained condition, along with providing responsive customer service and helping improve operations, Facilities Management has contracted with a regional fir...

Las Cruces Utilities Uses High-End Tech to Keep Infrastructure Secure

By Cassie McClure

A new pressure reducing valve was installed on Well 117 and it was time to connect it into the Las Cruces Utilities (LCU) monitoring system. That system, known as SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition), not only oversees the sec...

Las Cruces Utilities Uses High-End Tech to Keep Infrastructure Secure

By Cassie McClure

Published in the Las Cruces Sun-News 9/20/20.

A new pressure reducing valve was installed on Well 117 and it was time to connect it into the Las Cruces Utilities (LCU) monitoring system. That system, known as SCADA (Supervisory Control and...

Del Rey Boulevard Lane Closure Notice

Del Rey Boulevard, between Starburst Ridge Court and Mercury Lane, will experience northbound and southbound inside lane closures starting as early as Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2020.G. Sandoval Construction, under contract with the City of Las Cruces, will be do...

Elks Drive Lane Closure Notice

Elks Drive, between Mohegan Trail and Fran Drive, will experience northbound and southbound inside lane closures starting Monday, Sept. 21, 2020.G. Sandoval Construction, under contract with the City of Las Cruces, will be doing preliminary dirt work in t...

Know Your Metal: Las Cruces Utilities Fights Gas Line Corrosion

By Cassie McClure

Published in the Las Cruces Bulletin 09/18/20.

Every pipe put in the ground can face damage, like rainwater shifting dirt and a line being punctured by rocks. However, steel gas lines face other challenges; they can corrode with rust over ...

Kudos to all the RoadRUNNER Transit Drivers

To: All RoadRUNNER Transit Drivers

From: Michael Bartholomew, Transit Administrator

I received the following compliment by email from Charles Clements, a Transit Advisory Board member, and frequent bus user:"I wanted to pass along “attaboy&am...

Kudos to all the RoadRUNNER Transit Drivers

To: All RoadRUNNER Transit Drivers

From: Michael Bartholomew, Transit Administrator

I received the following compliment by email from Charles Clements, a Transit Advisory Board member, and frequent bus user:"I wanted to pass along “attaboy&am...

Kudos to Hank Caruthers

TO: Hank Caruthers, Aging & Longterm Services Museum Aide

FROM: Rod and Cathy, Resident

Hank gave us a personal tour of the Railroad museum today. He was marvelous and very informative. He loves his job and I feel that is very important!

Man Suspected of Attacking Officer Arrested

A man suspected of using a crowbar to attack a friend’s home and damage at least two vehicles were arrested Wednesday morning after he violently attacked a Las Cruces police officer.

Dominic Lopez, 36, whose address is listed as 999 W. Amador Ave...

Promotional Video Produced for Las Cruces Arts and Cultural District Creative Tourism Award

A promotional video has been produced which highlights a Creative Tourism Award the Las Cruces Arts and Cultural District won earlier this year from the Creative Tourism Network.

The City’s Arts and Cultural District Coordinating Council was cont...

Promotional Video Produced for Las Cruces Arts and Cultural District Creative Tourism Award

A promotional video has been produced which highlights a Creative Tourism Award the Las Cruces Arts and Cultural District won earlier this year from the Creative Tourism Network.

The City’s Arts and Cultural District Coordinating Council was cont...

Skate Park Rehabilitation Moves to Next Phase

The Las Cruces Parks and Recreation Department announces interested community members can access the final assessment report for the Las Cruces Skate Park, 151 N. Walnut St., at www.las-cruces.org/LCSkatePark.The study started in May and was completed in ...

Skate Park Rehabilitation Moves to Next Phase

The Las Cruces Parks and Recreation Department announces interested community members can access the final assessment report for the Las Cruces Skate Park, 151 N. Walnut St., at www.las-cruces.org/LCSkatePark.The study started in May and was completed in ...

Warrant Issued for Subject of SWAT Callout

The subject of an hours-long SWAT callout on Bellamah Drive was not in the home when police entered the residence Thursday afternoon.

Shortly before 8 a.m., Las Cruces police were dispatched to the report of a domestic-related incident at a home on the 170...

Governor to Hold News Conference on COVID-19 Response Today

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and state officials will host a remote news conference this afternoon to provide an update on New Mexico’s COVID-19 response, the state’s rapid response efforts and the 2020 Census.

WHAT: Remote news conferen...

JIC Notes September 16, 2020

Media contact: Catherine Zaharko, Doña Ana County575-525-5801 • catherinez@donaanacounty.org  

OBJECTIVE: To streamline communication between local government agencies during the COVID-19 response. Partner organizations include...

State Has Amended Guidance for Small Groups in Exercise Settings, Outdoor Activities

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Thursday, Sept. 18 announced the state will update its guidance within the emergency public health order to permit small groups in exercise settings and safe outdoor activities for New Mexicans.

An amended emergency public he...

State to Amend Guidance for Small Groups in Exercise Settings, Outdoor Activities

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Thursday announced the state will update its guidance within the emergency public health order to permit small groups in exercise settings and safe outdoor activities for New Mexicans.

An amended emergency public health order...

Suspects in Two Gun Incidents Arrested

Police have charged two men suspected in a pair of Monday morning gun incidents that included rounds being fired and a couple of victims being threatened.

Adan Herrera, 20, of the 5300 block of Sunny Acres Drive, and Javier C. Vasquez, 19, of the 2900 bloc...

Suspects in Two Gun Incidents Arrested

Police have charged two men suspected in a pair of Monday morning gun incidents that included rounds being fired and a couple of victims being threatened.

Adan Herrera, 20, of the 5300 block of Sunny Acres Drive, and Javier C. Vasquez, 19, of the 2900 bloc...

SWAT Callout Prompts Closure of Roads in Bellamah Neighborhood

A man suspected in a domestic-related incident, and possibly barricading himself inside a home, is the subject of a SWAT callout in Las Cruces’ Bellamah Neighborhood.

The Las Cruces Police Department’s SWAT team, with assistance from Ne...

SWAT Callout Prompts Closure of Roads in Bellamah Neighborhood

A man suspected in a domestic-related incident, and possibly barricading himself inside a home, is the subject of a SWAT callout in Las Cruces’ Bellamah Neighborhood.

The Las Cruces Police Department’s SWAT team, with assistance from Ne...

2020-2021 Overlay Maintenance Project - Lennox Avenue, Temple Street Road Closures Notice

Lenox Avenue, from Spitz Avenue to Temple Street, as well as Temple Street, from Lenox Avenue to U.S. Highway 70, are scheduled to undergo milling and overlay operations by Cutler Repaving, Inc. as part of the City 2020-2021 Overlay Maintenance Project. W...

2020-2021 Overlay Maintenance Project - Lennox Avenue, Temple Street Road Closures Notice

Lenox Avenue, from Spitz Avenue to Temple Street, as well as Temple Street, from Lenox Avenue to U.S. Highway 70, are scheduled to undergo milling and overlay operations by Cutler Repaving, Inc. as part of the City 2020-2021 Overlay Maintenance Project. W...

2020-2021 Overlay Maintenance Project – Winston Avenue Road Closure Notice

Winston Avenue, from Lenox Avenue to Topley Avenue, is scheduled to undergo milling and overlay operations by Cutler Repaving, Inc. as part of the City’s 2020-2021 Overlay Maintenance Project. Work will begin Friday, Sept. 18, 2020 and is estima...

2020-2021 Overlay Maintenance Project – Winston Avenue Road Closure Notice

Winston Avenue, from Lenox Avenue to Topley Avenue, is scheduled to undergo milling and overlay operations by Cutler Repaving, Inc. as part of the City’s 2020-2021 Overlay Maintenance Project. Work will begin Friday, Sept. 18, 2020 and is estima...

2020-2021 Overlay Maintenance Project on San Acacio Street

San Acacio Street, from Desert Drive to Camino Del Rex, is scheduled to undergo milling and overlay operations by Cutler Repaving, Inc. as part of the City 2020-2021 Overlay Maintenance Project. Work will proceed on Thursday, Sept. 17, 2020, and is estima...

City Council Special Work Session September 22 for Employees Regarding Las Cruces’ Proposed 2021 Min

The Las Cruces City Council will meet at 10:15 a.m. Tuesday, September 22, via video conference, for a Special Work Session regarding the City’s proposed minimum wage for 2021.

Mayor Ken Miyagishima will allow the first 20 employees who sign up t...

City Council Special Work Session September 22 for Employees Regarding Las Cruces’ Proposed 2021 Min

The Las Cruces City Council will meet at 10:15 a.m. Tuesday, September 22, via video conference, for a Special Work Session regarding the City’s proposed minimum wage for 2021.

Mayor Ken Miyagishima will allow the first 20 employees who sign up t...

Lohman Hit-and-Run Crash Proves Fatal

A 28-year-old pedestrian, struck by a vehicle Tuesday evening while trying to retrieve his dog that wandered into traffic on Lohman Avenue, died from his injuries at an El Paso hospital.

The pedestrian was identified by police as 28-year-old Fernando Padil...

City Council Special Work Session Set for September 22 to Discuss Las Cruces’ Proposed 2021 Minimum

The Las Cruces City Council will meet from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. Tuesday, September 22, via video conference, for a Special Work Session regarding the City’s proposed minimum wage for 2021.

Mayor Ken Miyagishima will allow the first 20 business ow...

City Council Special Work Session Set for September 22 to Discuss Las Cruces’ Proposed 2021 Minimum

The Las Cruces City Council will meet from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. Tuesday, September 22, via video conference, for a Special Work Session regarding the City’s proposed minimum wage for 2021.

Mayor Ken Miyagishima will allow the first 20 business ow...

Lane Closure Notice for Spruce Avenue (Between Triviz Drive and Kilmer Street)

Spruce Avenue between Triviz Drive and Kilmer Street will again experience a westbound right lane closure starting Tuesday, September 13. The traffic control will stay 300 feet west of the Spruce/Triviz intersection for the installation of landscaping in ...

City Council Votes to Rename Las Cruces Utilities Water Quality Laboratory to Honor Former Director

By Cassie McClure

Published in the Las Cruces Sun News 09/13/20.

Dr. Jorge A. Garcia, P.E., may not have known it at the time, that when he drove down from Utah to start work at Las Cruces Utilities (LCU) in 1989 as a utilities design engineer, he was in it...

2020 - 2021 Overlay Maintenance Project - Road Closure

East Mulberry Avenue from North Mesquite Street to North Solano Drive is scheduled to undergo overlay operations as part of the City 2020-2021 Overlay Maintenance Project.Work will proceed Tuesday, September 15, and is estimated to conclude on Wednesday, ...

2020 - 2021 Overlay Maintenance Project - Road Closure Notice for 4th Street

4th Street from Parker Road to Howell Avenue is scheduled to undergo milling and overlay operations as part of the City 2020-2021 Overlay Maintenance Project. Work will begin Saturday, September 12, and is estimated to conclude on Tuesday, September 15. W...

2020 - 2021 Overlay Maintenance Project - Road Closure Notice for 4th Street

4th Street from Parker Road to Howell Avenue is scheduled to undergo milling and overlay operations as part of the City 2020-2021 Overlay Maintenance Project. Work will begin Saturday, September 12, and is estimated to conclude on Tuesday, September 15. W...

Kudos to Cesar Chavez

To: Cesar Chavez, Parks Maintenance

From: Linda Weisel, Office Assistant

On September 9, 2020, Cesar was working in La Llorona Park and discovered an unconscious man. He called 911 and an ambulance rushed the man to Memorial Hospital. I received a call toda...

Las Cruces Utilities: Thanks for Masking Up!

By Cassie McClure

Published in the Las Cruces Bulletin 09/11/20.

Las Cruces Utilities thanks residents for masking up to help fight the spread of COVID-19. Our associates join you in keeping our community safe!

Mike Apodaca, Solid Waste Heavy Equipment Opera...

Man Suspected of Identity Theft, Fraud in Vehicle Purchase

Las Cruces police have arrested a man suspected of creating a fictitious identity and using it to fraudulently purchase a brand-new vehicle – and nearly a second one before his arrest.

Richard Padilla, 32, who claimed an address of 999 W. Amador ...

Thomas Branigan Memorial Library now New Mexico Safe Certified

Thomas Branigan Memorial Library, 200 E. Picacho Ave., is now a New Mexico Safe certified facility. A New Mexico Safe certification means the Library is committed to ensuring the health and safety of staff and patrons in the building using COVID-Safe prac...

Thomas Branigan Memorial Library now New Mexico Safe Certified

Thomas Branigan Memorial Library is now a New Mexico Safe certified facility. A New Mexico Safe certification means that the Library is committed to ensuring the health and safety of staff and patrons in the building using COVID-Safe practices (CSP). &...

Thomas Branigan Memorial Library now New Mexico Safe Certified

Thomas Branigan Memorial Library is now a New Mexico Safe certified facility. A New Mexico Safe certification means that the Library is committed to ensuring the health and safety of staff and patrons in the building using COVID-Safe practices (CSP). &...

Thomas Branigan Memorial Library to Begin Offering Limited Lobby Service

As part of its next phase of reopening, Thomas Branigan Memorial Library, 200 E. Picacho Ave., will begin offering limited lobby service starting Monday, Sept. 14, 2020. This is in addition to curbside pick-up and the public computer lab services.

Limited ...

Thomas Branigan Memorial Library to Begin Offering Limited Lobby Service

As part of its next phase of reopening, the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library is excited to announce it will begin offering limited lobby service starting Monday, September 14, 2020. This is in addition to curbside pick-up and the public computer lab servi...

Tutoring & Learning Center at A. Fielder Memorial Safe Haven

The City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Youth Services section is currently offering Tutoring/Learning sessions for youth Kinder – 5 at A. Fielder Memorial Safe Haven, 906 N. Tornillo St. The sessions will provide students a safe, structur...

Tutoring and Learning Center at A. Fielder Memorial Safe Haven

The City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Youth Services section is currently offering Tutoring/Learning sessions for Kindergarten to fifth grade students at A. Fielder Memorial Safe Haven, 906 N. Tornillo St. The sessions will provide students a safe...

City Council to Meet for a Work Session on September 14

The Las Cruces City Council will meet, via video conference, at 1 p.m. Monday for a work session. 

The work session will be televised live at 1 p.m. Monday on CLC-TV, Comcast Cable channel 20. The work session will also be available online at clct...

City Council to Meet for a Work Session on September 14

The Las Cruces City Council will meet, via video conference, at 1 p.m. Monday for a work session. 

The work session will be televised live at 1 p.m. Monday on CLC-TV, Comcast Cable channel 20. The work session will also be available online at clct...

El Paseo Road Cleanup is Saturday Morning

Las Cruces police, Codes Enforcement, Parks and Recreation, Streets Management and Keep Las Cruces Beautiful personnel will work with business owners Saturday morning to help clear weeds, graffiti and unsightly rubbish from properties along El Paseo Road....

El Paseo Road Cleanup is Saturday Morning

Las Cruces police, Codes Enforcement, Parks and Recreation, Streets Management and Keep Las Cruces Beautiful personnel will work with business owners Saturday morning to help clear weeds, graffiti and unsightly rubbish from properties along El Paseo Road....

El Paseo Road Cleanup is Saturday, September 12

Las Cruces police, Codes Enforcement, Parks and Recreation, Streets Management and Keep Las Cruces Beautiful personnel will work with business owners Saturday morning to help clear weeds, graffiti and unsightly rubbish from properties along El Paseo Road....

Ifo Pili Begins Work as New City Manager

Ifo Pili, the new Las Cruces City Manager officially began his employment with the City this week. The Las Cruces City Council unanimously approved his contract at the Monday, August 17 Council meeting.Pili, who was previously employed as the city adminis...

Man Suspected of Breaking into Shed

Las Cruces police arrested a man suspected of breaking into a homeowner’s shed and walking away with three items that could be used as weapons.

Steven Najvar, 30, is charged with one count of aggravated burglary. The charge is a second-degree fel...

Man Suspected of Breaking into Shed

Las Cruces police arrested a man suspected of breaking into a homeowner’s shed and walking away with three items that could be used as weapons.

Steven Najvar, 30, is charged with one count of aggravated burglary. The charge is a second-degree fel...

Man Suspected of Sexually Assaulting Young Girl

Police have arrested a 57-year-old man suspected of sexually assaulting a young girl who, at the time, considered him to be a close relative.

Carlos Prudencio Colorbio, 57, of the 1200 block of Fountain Loop, is charged with one second-degree felony count ...

Voter Information

Need information on voting on November 3, 2020? Here are some resources you may want to read before casting your ballot.

New Mexico State Library Guide to voting in New MexicoThe New Mexico State Library provides information and resource links on voting su...

"Wood for Wood: The WPA and Spanish Colonial Style Furniture" at the Branigan Cultural Center

Join us at the Branigan Cultural Center, 501 N. Main St., from Sept. 2 through Oct. 3, 2020, for Wood for Wood: The WPA and Spanish Colonial Style Furniture, an exhibit that examines the Work Progress Administration-era vocational training program in New ...

"Wood for Wood: The WPA and Spanish Colonial Style Furniture" at the Branigan Cultural Center

Join us September 2 through October 3, 2020, for Wood for Wood: The WPA and Spanish Colonial Style Furniture, an exhibit that examines the WPA-era vocational training program in New Mexico that drew upon Spanish Colonial furniture to teach young men and w...

City Council Approves Extraordinary Pay for City Employees

At its Tuesday, September 8 regularly scheduled meeting the Las Cruces Council unanimously adopted a resolution to approve a budget adjustment of $500,000 to the City of Las Cruces’ adopted 2021 fiscal year budget for extraordinary pay for City ...

City Council Approves Extraordinary Pay for City Employees

At its Tuesday, September 8 regularly scheduled meeting the Las Cruces Council unanimously adopted a resolution to approve a budget adjustment of $500,000 to the City of Las Cruces’ adopted 2021 fiscal year budget for extraordinary pay for City ...

City of Las Cruces Names Mandy Leatherwood Guss as Director of Communications

The City of Las Cruces announces that Mandy Leatherwood Guss has been named the City’s new Director of Communications.

Guss joined the City in March of 2016 as Marketing Coordinator for the then Community & Cultural Services Department. Later...

City of Las Cruces Names Mandy Leatherwood Guss as Director of Communications

The City of Las Cruces announces that Mandy Leatherwood Guss has been named the City’s new Director of Communications.

Guss joined the City in March of 2016 as Marketing Coordinator for the then Community & Cultural Services Department. Later...

JIC Notes September 9, 2020

Media contact: Catherine Zaharko, Doña Ana County575-525-5801 • catherinez@donaanacounty.org  

 OBJECTIVE: To streamline communication between local government agencies during the COVID-19 response. Partner organizatio...

Road Striping Rescheduled for September 9 and 10

The previously scheduled pavement re-striping project has been postponed. On the evenings of September 9 and 10, weather permitting, the following streets in Las Cruces will undergo pavement striping maintenance work: 

• Elks Drive from N. Main Stre...

Road Striping Rescheduled for September 9 and 10

The previously scheduled pavement re-striping project has been postponed. On the evenings of September 9 and 10, weather permitting, the following streets in Las Cruces will undergo pavement striping maintenance work: 

• Elks Drive from N. Main Stre...

Swift Water Rescue Team Dispatched to Luna County

At the request of the Luna County Office of Emergency Management (OEM), the Las Cruces Fire Department is sending a Swift Water Rescue Team and Mesilla Valley Search and Rescue is sending a crew to an area near west Deming where severe flooding has strand...

Swift Water Rescue Team Dispatched to Luna County

At the request of the Luna County Office of Emergency Management, the Las Cruces Fire Department is sending a Swift Water Rescue Team and Mesilla Valley Search and Rescue is sending a crew to an area near west Deming where severe flooding has stranded sev...

Thursday: Governor Testifies Before Congress on Need for Federal Aid for COVID-19 Recovery

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham testified Thursday, September 10, before the U.S. House Financial Services Committee, appearing remotely to share her perspective as governor on the impact of COVID-19 on New Mexico’s budget and the critical need for ...

Thursday: Governor Testifies Before Congress on Need for Federal Aid for COVID-19 Recovery

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Thursday will testify before the U.S. House Financial Services Committee, appearing remotely to share her perspective as governor on the impact of COVID-19 on New Mexico’s budget and the critical need for additiona...

Branigan Library Introduces Climate Reads Book Club

Thomas Branigan Memorial Library introduces the new Climate Reads Book Club. The book club is part of a national community of readers and writers participating in a year-long reading and discussion of books shedding light on the climate crisis and environ...

Fire Damages Nessa’s Cafe

The Las Cruces firefighters extinguished a fire that damaged a portion of Nessa’s Café late Saturday evening.

Shortly after 10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 5, Las Cruces firefighters were dispatched to a fire at Nessa’s Caf&eacut...

Man Suspected of Burglarizing Store and Vehicle Monday Evening

Las Cruces police arrested a man suspected of breaking into Sportsman’s Warehouse and a vehicle parked nearby Monday evening.

Armando Almaraz, 25, is charged with two counts of breaking and entering, two counts of criminal damage to property, one...

Road Striping Maintenance on September 8

On Tuesday evening, Sept. 8, 2020, the following streets in Las Cruces will undergo pavement striping maintenance work:

• Elks Drive, from north Main Street to Lavender Drive
• Missouri Avenue, from Luna Street to south Main Street
• Amador Avenue, from south Vall...

Shoulder Work on Nacho Drive Rescheduled

Shoulder work on Nacho Drive, 400 feet south from the east Lohman Avenue, and Nacho Drive intersection is now scheduled to start on Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2020.

Comcast will be making telecommunication improvements. A flagman will be utilized for this work wh...

Teen Study Services

The City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Youth Services Section will offer teen study services beginning Monday, September 14 through the Teen Connection Program. The study center will provide students in grades 6 – 12 (ages 12 and...

Teen Study Services Offered

The City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Youth Services Section will offer teen study services beginning Monday, September 14 through the Teen Connection Program. The study center will provide students in grades six through 12 - ages 12 and older - a...

City Growth May Mean New Trash Pickup Days for Customers

By Cassie McClure

Published in the Las Cruces Sun News 09/06/20.

Las Cruces is growing, and with that growth comes a need for utility services at homes and businesses including natural gas, water, wastewater, and solid waste disposal. Las Cruces Utilities (...

"Teen Science Cafe - Mapping the Crescent Moon" Online with the Museum of Nature & Science

The Museum of Nature & Science invites all middle and high school students to join us online for a virtual “Teen Science Café” with guest presenters from Apache Point Observatory. The event will be held through a closed ...

Branigan Library Introduces Climate Reads book Club

Thomas Branigan Memorial Library introduces the new Climate Reads Book Club. The book club is part of a national community of readers and writers participating in a year-long reading and discussion of books shedding light on the climate crisis and environ...

Branigan Library Introduces Climate Reads book Club

Thomas Branigan Memorial Library introduces the new Climate Reads Book Club. The book club is part of a national community of readers and writers participating in a year-long reading and discussion of books shedding light on the climate crisis and environ...

Health Secretary Issues Social Distancing Restrictions for Polling Places

New Mexico Health Secretary Kathy Kunkel this week issued a public health order establishing social distancing restrictions for polling places during the fall election season.

“Election facilities must remain accessible to the public under the st...

Health Secretary Issues Social Distancing Restrictions for Polling Places

New Mexico Secretary of Health Kathy Kunkel this week issued a public health order establishing social distancing restrictions for polling places during the fall election season.

“Election facilities must remain accessible to the public under the...

Kudos to Aurelio Garcilazo

TO: Aurelio Garcilazo, Parks Maintenance Worker

FROM: Monika Wilson, Resident

Yesterday I met Mr. Garcilazo Aurelio at the Calle Abuelo City Park. He is employed with the City. He did a great job at the park, cleaning and pruning the trees. He also took car...

Las Cruces Utilities Says Goodbye to Its Biggest Supporter

By Cassie McClure 

Published in the Las Cruces Bulletin 9/4/20.

“A gentleman and a scholar, that describes Dr. Jorge Garcia,” said City of Las Cruces (City) Mayor Ken Miyagishima of retired Las Cruces Utilities (LCU) Director Dr...

More City Parks to Open After Labor Day

The Las Cruces community’s hard work to follow COVID guidelines is paying off and because conditions are improving citywide, the City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Department will reopen additional parks effective Tuesday September 8, as ...

More City Parks to Open After Labor Day

The Las Cruces community’s hard work to follow COVID guidelines is paying off and because conditions are improving citywide, the City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Department will reopen additional parks effective Tuesday September 8, as ...

More City Parks to Open After Labor Day

The Las Cruces community’s hard work to follow COVID guidelines is paying off and because conditions are improving citywide, the City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Department will reopen additional parks effective Tuesday September 8, as ...

More City Parks to Open After Labor Day

The Las Cruces community’s hard work to follow COVID guidelines is paying off and because conditions are improving citywide, the City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Department will reopen additional parks effective Tuesday September 8, as ...

Out-of-School Time Tutoring Services

The City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Youth Services Section will offer tutoring services beginning Monday, September 14 through the Out-of-School Time Program. The sessions will provide students in Kinder – 5 (5 to 11 years of age) a sa...

Out-of-School Time Tutoring Services will be Offered

The City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Youth Services Section will offer tutoring services beginning Monday, September 14 through the Out-of-School Time Program. The sessions will provide students in Kindergarten through fifth grade – 5 t...

Shoulder Work on Nacho Drive

There will be shoulder work 400 feet south from the E. Lohman Avenue and Nacho Drive intersection for telecommunication improvements. A flagman will be utilized for this work when needed. The work is scheduled to start on Tuesday, September 8. The work is...

Sienna Avenue Road Closure

Due to ongoing residential development, Sienna Avenue, from approximately 200 feet west of Red Hawk Golf Road, will be partially closed to through traffic so the contractor can work on utility tie-ins. The road closure will begin Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2020, a...

State Departments Collaborate to Launch Virtual Job Readiness Training Series

The New Mexico Human Services Department’s Behavioral Health Services Division is spearheading a collaborative effort to increase the number of Certified Peer Support Workers (CPSWs) working in substance abuse and addiction recovery programs acr...

State Departments Collaborate to Launch Virtual Job Readiness Training Series

The New Mexico Human Services Department’s Behavioral Health Services Division is spearheading a collaborative effort to increase the number of Certified Peer Support Workers (CPSWs) working in substance abuse and addiction recovery programs acr...

Take the Las Cruces Safe Promise and Support Our Community

Get ready to take the Las Cruces Safe Promise and commit to keeping the community as safe as possible from the COVID-19 virus, because your promise can support the success of our local businesses. 

 The Las Cruces Safe Promise is a good-f...

Take the Las Cruces Safe Promise and Support Our Community

Get ready to take the Las Cruces Safe Promise and commit to keeping the community as safe as possible from the COVID-19 virus, because your promise can support the success of our local businesses. 

 The Las Cruces Safe Promise is a good-f...

Take the Las Cruces Safe Promise and Support Our Community

Get ready to take the Las Cruces Safe Promise and commit to keeping the community as safe as possible from the COVID-19 virus, because your promise can support the success of our local businesses. 

 The Las Cruces Safe Promise is a good-f...

N.M. Quarantine Requirements Eased for Certain States

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Thursday issued a revised executive order amending the mandatory quarantine for individuals arriving into the state of New Mexico, exempting travelers and residents arriving from states with lower COVID-positivity rates whil...

N.M. Quarantine Requirements Eased for Certain States

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Thursday issued a revised executive order amending the mandatory quarantine for individuals arriving into the state of New Mexico, exempting travelers and residents arriving from states with lower COVID-positivity rates whil...

Arrowhead Center, City, Seeking Participants for Second BizSprint

New Mexico State University’s Arrowhead Center and the City of Las Cruces (CLC) Economic Development Department are seeking participants for the second business accelerator designed to help Las Cruces businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic...

Arrowhead Center, City, Seeking Participants for Second BizSprint

New Mexico State University’s Arrowhead Center and the City of Las Cruces (CLC) Economic Development department is seeking participants for its second business accelerator designed to help Las Cruces businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic....

Daines Appointed to Acting Deputy Chief

Kiri Daines, the lieutenant who oversees the Las Cruces Police Department’s Community Outreach unit, has been appointed acting Deputy Chief in charge of Investigations and Support Services.

Daines’ new assignment follows the promotion o...

Daines Appointed to Acting Deputy Chief

Kiri Daines, the lieutenant who oversees the Las Cruces Police Department’s Community Outreach unit, has been appointed acting Deputy Chief in charge of Investigations and Support Services.

Daines’ new assignment follows the promotion o...

Hadley Tree Mite Infestation Scheduled for Second Treatment

Mite infested trees along east Hadley Avenue will receive a second preventive treatment on Thursday, September 3, using a human and pet-friendly spray that does not require sidewalk closure, as part of the Parks and Recreation Department’s effor...

Hadley Tree Mite Infestation Scheduled for Second Treatment

Mite infested trees along East Hadley Avenue will receive a second preventive treatment on Thursday, September 3, using a human and pet-friendly spray that does not require sidewalk closure, as part of the Parks and Recreation Department’s effor...

JIC Notes September 2, 2020

Media contact: Catherine Zaharko, Doña Ana County575-525-5801 • catherinez@donaanacounty.org  

OBJECTIVE: To streamline communication between local government agencies during the COVID-19 response. Partner organizations include...

Kiri Daines Appointed to Acting Deputy Police Chief

Kiri Daines, the lieutenant who oversees the Las Cruces Police Department’s Community Outreach unit, has been appointed acting Deputy Chief in charge of Investigations and Support Services.

Daines’ new assignment follows the promotion o...

Kudos to the Public Works Department

TO: The Public Works Department

FROM: Pam Marshall, Administrative Assistant

Kudos to all Public Works staff involved in the design and installation of a new drainage system for Kalahari Lane. Kalahari Lane has been plagued with ponding issues from inadequa...

Be Counted Las Cruces - Last Call for 2020 Census

With September 30 as the deadline for completing the 2020 Census, critical door-knocking efforts are underway to homes of those who have not yet responded, to reach or surpass the 2010 response rate before the final hour.Census takers are visiting homes t...

Be Counted Las Cruces - Last Call for the 2020 Census

With September 30 as the deadline for completing the 2020 Census, critical door-knocking efforts are underway to homes of those who have not yet responded, to reach or surpass the 2010 response rate before the final hour.Census takers are visiting homes t...

Beware of Check Over Payment Scam

Police are warning residents of an overpayment scam that has victimized at least two Las Cruces residents.

Investigators learned that at least two Las Cruces residents received electronic correspondence that appeared to be from a firm that advertises for m...

Beware of Check Overpayment Scam

Police are warning residents of an overpayment scam that has victimized at least two Las Cruces residents.

Investigators learned that at least two Las Cruces residents received electronic correspondence that appeared to be from a firm that advertises for m...

Governor Lujan Grisham, DFA Announces $150 Million in Grants to Support New Mexico Local Governments

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and the Department of Finance and Administration on Tuesday announced $150 million in CARES Act grants to local governments across New Mexico to cover the cost of necessary expenditures incurred due to the public health emergen...

Governor Lujan Grisham, DFA Announces $150 Million in Grants to Support New Mexico Local Governments

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and the Department of Finance and Administration on Tuesday announced $150 million in CARES Act grants to local governments across New Mexico to cover the cost of necessary expenditures incurred due to the public health emergen...

After the Storm: Las Cruces Utilities Keeps Services Safe

By Cassie McClure

Published in Published in the Las Cruces Sun News 08/30/20.

Pete Duran, Las Cruces Utilities (LCU) Interim gas system operations supervisor, had his own home lights go out thanks to the microburst storm last week. He knew too, that there w...

25 Counties Can Expand Their Nursing Home Visitation Options

Earlier this month, state officials, under the leadership of Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, announced new guidelines for long-term care facilities to expand COVID-safe visitation options for residents and their loved ones. On Friday, the state announced fac...

25 Counties Can Expand Their Nursing Home Visitation Options

Earlier this month, state Officials, under the leadership of Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, announced new guidelines for long-term care facilities to expand COVID-safe visitation options for residents and their loved ones. On Friday the state announced faci...

American Public Gas Association Shares COVID Tips with Virtual Tour

By Cassie McCLure

Published in the Las Cruces Bulletin August 28, 2020.

Las Cruces Utilities (LCU) hosted a Virtual Stop of the American Public Gas Association (APGA) on August 13th. During the meeting, the organization was able to share new best practices ...

City Selects Christine Rivera as City Clerk

The City of Las Cruces announces that Christine Rivera has been selected to be City Clerk.

Christine was the Deputy City Clerk from 2016 until her appointment in October 2019 as the Acting City Clerk. During her time in the acting position, she implemented...

City Selects Christine Rivera as City Clerk

The City of Las Cruces announces that Christine Rivera has been selected to be City Clerk.

Christine held the Deputy City Clerk position from 2016 until her recent appointment as the Acting City Clerk in October 2019. During her time in the acting position...

Department of Health Posts Updated Guidance to Control COVID-19

The New Mexico Department of Health has published a 21-page overview document providing guidance on COVID-19, Policies for the Prevention and Control of COVID-19 in New Mexico. It is intended as a resource for members of the public, health care providers ...

DOH Posts Updated Guidance to Control COVID-19

The New Mexico Department of Health has published a 21-page overview document providing guidance on COVID-19, Policies for the Prevention and Control of COVID-19 in New Mexico. It is intended as a resource for members of the public, health care providers ...

Extension to Shoulder Work on S. Telshor Boulevard

There will be shoulder work for the northbound traffic beginning Monday, August 31, from 425 S Telshor Boulevard to 375 S Telshor Blvd. for the completion of telecommunication improvements. The work is scheduled to take one working day. For the public&...

City Council Approves $1.4 Million for Additional COVID-19 Relief

A resolution authorizing the City of Las Cruces to accept a $1,400,000 budget adjustment for emergency assistance for the impact from COVID-19 for various programs was adopted by the Las Cruces City Council during a Special Meeting on Thursday, August 27....

City Council Approves $1.4 Million for Additional COVID-19 Relief

A resolution authorizing the City of Las Cruces to accept a $1,400,000 budget adjustment for emergency assistance for the impact from COVID-19 for various programs was adopted by the Las Cruces City Council during a Special Meeting on Thursday, August 27....

NMSU/City Facing COVID Together

The City of Las Cruces would like to thank NMSU and all our community partners who are working together to educate and encourage the public on safe practices to reduce the spread of COVID-19. 

The following letter was distributed by Ruth A. Johnst...

Iconic Native American Sculpture Undergoes Annual TLC

“Dineh,” the iconic Native American sculpture created by artist Peter Wolf Toth and located in Apodaca Park, at the corner of Main Street and Madrid Avenue, had its annual preservation treatment Wednesday, August 26, reported the Parks...

Iconic Native American Sculpture Undergoes Annual TLC

“Dineh”, the iconic Native American sculpture created by artist Peter Wolf Toth and located in Apodaca Park on the corner of Main Street and Madrid Avenue, will undergo its annual preservation treatment today, August 26, reported the P...

Iconic Native American Sculpture Undergoes Annual TLC

“Dineh”, the iconic Native American sculpture created by artist Peter Wolf Toth and located in Apodaca Park on the corner of Main Street and Madrid Avenue, will undergo its annual preservation treatment today, August 26, reported the P...

JIC NOTES AUGUST 26, 2020

Media contact: Catherine Zaharko, Doña Ana County575-525-5801 • catherinez@donaanacounty.org   

OBJECTIVE: To streamline communication between local government agencies during the COVID-19 response. Partner organizatio...

String of Auto Burglaries Under Investigation

Las Cruces police are investigating a string of auto burglaries that occurred early Wednesday morning in the High Range neighborhood.

The auto burglaries appear to have been committed by a group of five juveniles – three boys and two girls &n...

City Council Discusses Proposed Shade Structures for Plaza de Las Cruces

There was consensus from the Las Cruces City Council at a Monday, August 24 work session to proceed with plans to add shade structures at Plaza de Las Cruces.

From a presentation by Vigil and Associates, an architectural firm with offices in Las Cruces, th...

City Council Discusses Proposed Shade Structures for Plaza de Las Cruces

There was consensus from the Las Cruces City Council at a Monday, August 24 work session to proceed with plans to add shade structures at Plaza de Las Cruces.

From a presentation by Vigil and Associates, an architectural firm with offices in Las Cruces, th...

City Council Discusses Proposed Shade Structures for Plaza de Las Cruces

There was consensus from the Las Cruces City Council at a Monday, August 24 work session to proceed with plans to add shade structures at Plaza de Las Cruces.

From a presentation by Vigil and Associates, an architectural firm with offices in Las Cruces, th...

Recovery Council Urges Businesses to Apply for Loan Program

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s Economic Recovery Council is urging small businesses that have been hard hit by the COVID-19 public health emergency to apply for an emergency loan program now available through the New Mexico Finance Authority.

The ...

Recovery Council Urges Businesses to Apply for Loan Program

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s Economic Recovery Council is urging small businesses that have been hard hit by the COVID-19 public health emergency to apply for an emergency loan program now available through the New Mexico Finance Authority.&...

Recovery Council Urges Businesses to Apply for Loan Program

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s Economic Recovery Council is urging small businesses that have been hard hit by the COVID-19 public health emergency to apply for an emergency loan program now available through the New Mexico Finance Authority.&...

LCPD to Expand Station Office Hours

The Las Cruces Police Department’s Station Office, which has been on an abbreviated schedule since March due to the public health emergency, is set to expand its operational days to two days a week.

Beginning this week, LCPD’s Station O...

LCPD to Expand Station Office Hours

The Las Cruces Police Department’s Station Office, which has been on an abbreviated schedule since March due to the public health emergency, is set to expand its operational days to two days a week.

Beginning this week, LCPD’s Station O...

Parks & Recreation Aquatic Facility - Fall/Winter Hours

The Las Cruces Regional Aquatic Center, 1401 E. Hadley Ave. and Frenger Pool, 800 Parkview Drive, will implement fall/winter hours of operation beginning Tuesday, September 8, in accordance with the Governor’s Emergency Public Health Order, stil...

Parks & Recreation Aquatic Facility - Fall/Winter Hours

The Las Cruces Regional Aquatic Center, 1401 E. Hadley Ave. and Frenger Pool, 800 Parkview Dr. will implement fall/winter hours of operation beginning Tuesday, September 8, in accordance with the Governor’s Emergency Public Health Order still in...

Parks & Recreation Aquatic Facility - Fall/Winter Hours

The Las Cruces Regional Aquatic Center, 1401 E. Hadley Ave. and Frenger Pool, 800 Parkview Dr. will implement fall/winter hours of operation beginning Tuesday, September 8, in accordance with the Governor’s Emergency Public Health Order still in...

Coming Soon, One Call: Answers for Trash & Recycling

By Cassie McClure 

Published in the Las Cruces Sun News 08/23/20.

There may be several trash cans in the house. Some waste baskets are in different rooms; some are only filled with cardboard and milk jugs for recycling. But, all the trash funnels i...

Coming Soon, One Call: Answers for Trash and Recycling

By Cassie McClure 

There may be several trash cans in the house. Some waste baskets are in different rooms; some are only filled with cardboard and milk jugs for recycling. But, all of the trash funnels into the same location outside, in either th...

Hands-On Training at Utilities Water Quality Laboratory with DACC

By Cassie McClure 

Las Cruces Utilities (LCU) monitors the water quality throughout the city in its own state-of-the-art laboratory off Motel Boulevard. It’s not just a place for testing, it’s also a place for learning. LCU par...

Hands-On Training at Utilities Water Quality Laboratory with DACC

By Cassie McClure 

Published in the Las Cruces Bulletin 08/21/20.

Las Cruces Utilities (LCU) monitors the water quality throughout the city in its own state-of-the-art laboratory off Motel Boulevard. It’s not just a place for testing, it&...

Crime Stoppers Offers Reward in Armed Robbery Case

Las Cruces Crime Stoppers is offering a reward of up to $1,000 for information that helps identify two young men suspected in the Aug. 13 battery and armed robbery of a 17-year-old boy.

Police learned that about 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 13, a 17-year-ol...

Downtown Las Cruces Partnership Awarded 2020 AARP Community Challenge Grant

The Downtown Las Cruces Partnership (DLCP) has been selected to receive a $12,000 AARP Community Challenge grant. The DLCP is one of only 184 grant recipients selected from across all 50 states, Washington D.C, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

&...

Downtown Las Cruces Partnership Awarded 2020 AARP Community Challenge Grant

The Downtown Las Cruces Partnership (DLCP) has been selected to receive a $12,000 AARP Community Challenge grant. The DLCP is one of only 184 grant recipients selected from across all 50 states, Washington D.C, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

&...

Police Watch for DUI Drivers

Las Cruces police plan to conduct at least one saturation patrol within the city limits before the end of August.

Saturation patrols and sobriety checkpoints conducted by LCPD are intended to reduce and eliminate the number of motorists who drive while int...

Police Watch for DUI Drivers

Las Cruces police plan to conduct at least one saturation patrol within city limits before the end of August.

Saturation patrols and sobriety checkpoints held by LCPD are intended to reduce and eliminate the number of motorists who drive while intoxicated....

Police Watch for DUI Drivers

Las Cruces police plan to conduct at least one saturation patrol within city limits before the end of August.

Saturation patrols and sobriety checkpoints held by LCPD are intended to reduce and eliminate the number of motorists who drive while intoxicated....

Second Kidnapping Suspect Arrested

Update 8/31/20

Jacob Gonzales, the man believed to be responsible for the Aug. 20 kidnapping and battery of his ex-girlfriend, was arrested Thursday in El Paso, Texas.

After determining probable cause for charges in the case, Las Cruces police obtained a wa...

Keep Las Cruces Beautiful is Awarded New Mexico Clean and Beautiful Grant

The New Mexico Tourism Department (NMTD) has announced the City of Las Cruces Keep Las Cruces Beautiful (KLCB) program is one of only 37 recipients that have been awarded a New Mexico Clean and Beautiful Grant.

The grant is given to local governments to he...

Keep Las Cruces Beautiful is Awarded New Mexico Clean and Beautiful Grant

The New Mexico Tourism Department (NMTD) has announced that the City of Las Cruces Keep Las Cruces Beautiful (KLCB) program is one of only 37 recipients that have been awarded a New Mexico Clean and Beautiful Grant. The grant is given to local governments...

Keep Las Cruces Beautiful is Awarded New Mexico Clean and Beautiful Grant

The New Mexico Tourism Department (NMTD) has announced that the City of Las Cruces Keep Las Cruces Beautiful (KLCB) program is one of only 37 recipients that have been awarded a New Mexico Clean and Beautiful Grant. The grant is given to local governments...

Take-Out STEM Activity Kits Available from the Museum of Nature and Science

While the Museum of Nature & Science, 411 N. Main St., remains closed due to public health mandates, museum programming will continue in September with activity kits. The Science, Technology, Education and Math (STEM) kits are free to pick up, but req...

Take-Out STEM Activity Kits Available from the Museum of Nature and Science

While the Museum of Nature & Science remains closed due to public health mandates, museum programming will continue in September with activity kits. The STEM kits are free to pick up but require reservation to ensure sufficient supply and are availabl...

City Council Approves New City Manager Contract

The Las Cruces City Council unanimously approved a contract for new City Manager Ifo Pili at its Monday, August 17 meeting. Pili, who has been city administrator of Eagle Mountain, Utah since 2012 and has 14 years of experience in municipal administration...

City Council Approves New City Manager Contract

The Las Cruces City Council unanimously approved a contract for new City Manager Ifo Pili at its Monday, August 17 meeting. Pili, who has been city administrator of Eagle Mountain, Utah since 2012 and has 14 years of experience in municipal administration...

Disinfecting Wipes Are Not Flushable and Hurt Pipes

By Cassie McClure 

In an effort to disinfect as much as possible during COVID, a similar nemesis in flushable wipes are hitting Las Cruces drains. With an uptick of bleach-soaked or disinfectant wipes, in use since March, Las Cruces Utilities (LCU...

Disinfecting Wipes Are Not Flushable and Hurt Pipes

By Cassie McClure 

Published in the Las Cruces Sun News 8/16/20.

In an effort to disinfect as much as possible during COVID, a similar nemesis in flushable wipes are hitting Las Cruces drains. With an uptick of bleach-soaked or disinfectant wipes, ...

Las Cruces Utilities Gas Technician Gives Back with Children’s Book

By Cassie McClure 

Las Cruces Utilities (LCU) associates are a dedicated part of the local community. Now, one of its gas technicians, Tony Quintero, has demonstrated that spirit of community even more by having just published a Christmas children...

Las Cruces Utilities Gas Technician Gives Back with Children’s Book

By Cassie McClure 

Published in the Las Cruces Bulletin 8/14/20.

Las Cruces Utilities (LCU) associates are a dedicated part of the local community. Now, one of its gas technicians, Tony Quintero, has demonstrated that spirit of community even more ...

Census Takers begin Door to Door Visits

With September 30 as the deadline for completing the 2020 Census, critical door knocking efforts are underway to homes of those who have not yet responded, to reach or surpass the 2010 response rate before the final hour.

Census takers are visiting homes t...

Door-to-Door Visits and Phone Calls Begin to Make Sure Las Crucens are Counted on the 2020 Census

If someone is knocking at your door or calling your cellphone, it could be a Census taker.

Census takers are visiting homes that haven’t responded to the 2020 Census and even following up with a phone call to ensure everyone in Las Cruces is coun...

Learning Responsible Land and Water Stewardship with Las Cruces Utilities

By Cassie McClure

Outside the Las Cruces Utilities (LCU) Administration Building, 680 N. Motel Boulevard, is its Demonstration Garden, filled with native trees and plants. However, New Mexico State University (NMSU) professor Leslie Beck, who has a doctora...

Learning Responsible Land and Water Stewardship with Las Cruces Utilities

By Cassie McClure

Published in Published in the Las Cruces Sun News 08/09/20. 

Outside the Las Cruces Utilities (LCU) Administration building is its Demonstration Garden, filled with native trees and plants. However, New Mexico State University (NM...

Elections Officials Needed for 2020 General Election

Election officials are sought for the Nov. 3, 2020 general election. To be an election official interested individuals must:

• Be registered to vote in Doña Ana County.
• Take an oath of office.
• Not be a candidate for any office on the general electio...

Elections Officials Needed for 2020 General Election

Election officials are being sought for the Nov. 3, 2020 general election. To be an election official interested individuals must:

• Be registered to vote in Doña Ana County.
• Take an oath of office.
• Not be a candidate for any office on the general e...

Keep Your Las Cruces Waste Bill the Same: Reduce Your Bin Size

By Cassie McClure and Suzanne Michaels   The $2-dollar Solid Waste rate increase went into effect September 1 and Las Cruces Utilities (LCU) has an option to keep customers’ bill the same while supporting reduction of waste. Ev...

Keep Your Las Cruces Waste Bill the Same: Reduce Your Bin Size

By Cassie McClure and Suzanne Michaels   The $2-dollar Solid Waste increase goes into effect September 1st and Las Cruces Utilities (LCU) has an option to keep your bill the same while supporting reduction of waste. Every dollar counts a...

Dr. Harry Hardee Has Joined the Las Cruces Utilities Board of Commissioners

By Cassie McCLure

The Las Cruces Utilities (LCU) Board of Commissioners, established in December 2006, initiates each new member in the depth and breadth of its operations to be able to provide oversight of the operations for the general public. The Board ...

Dr. Harry Hardee Joins Las Cruces Utilities Board of Commissioners

By Cassie McCLure

Published in the Las Cruces Bulletin July 31, 2020.

The LCU Board of Commissioners, established in December 2006, initiates each new member in the depth and breadth of its operations to be able to provide oversight of the operations for th...

Producing less trash? Switch to a smaller container!

Las Cruces Utilities (LCU) offers a smaller capacity, 64-gallon compact container for our residents who find they don’t regularly fill their full-size 96 gallon container.

Using the smaller, 64-gallon container will also save you $2 per month on ...

Producing less trash? Switch to a smaller container!

Las Cruces Utilities offers a smaller capacity, 64 gallon Compact container for our residents who find they don’t regularly fill their full-size 96 gallon container. Using the smaller 64 gallon container will also save you $2.00 per month on you...

Producing less trash? Switch to a smaller container!

Las Cruces Utilities offers a smaller capacity, 64 gallon Compact container for our residents who find they don’t regularly fill their full-size 96 gallon container. Using the smaller 64 gallon container will also save you $2.00 per month on you...

Las Cruces Utilities Tour: Understanding the Infrastructure

By Cassie McClure and Suzanne Michaels

Published in the Las Cruces Sun-News

Las Cruces Utilities (LCU) covers a lot of ground - supplying safe natural gas, providing clean water, treating wastewater, and removing solid waste. For new Commissioners to the LC...

Inland Sea

Inland Sea refers to New Mexico’s geological history and the time in which the desert was a marine environment. While the ancient sea is long gone, much of the rock from this time remains, and the desert environment, in many ways, retains the va...

LCFD Provides Tips for Safe Hiking

Following the rescue of three hikers who became stranded in the Organ Mountains earlier this week, the Las Cruces Fire Department would like to provide tips for those who venture into the great outdoors.

LCFD suggests following these and other safety tips:...

Wood for Wood: The WPA and Spanish Colonial Style Furniture

Wood for Wood: The WPA and Spanish Colonial Style Furniture

July 14th- October 6th

Branigan Cultural Center

The 1930s economic depression and resulting job losses caused a steep decline in America’s standard of living. With the 1933 inauguration of...

Is Summer Heat Affecting You?

Running barefoot from scorching asphalt to cool grass in the summertime exemplifies how cityscapes tend to get much warmer than green spaces. But summer heat can be dangerous, too.

The City of Las Cruces Sustainability office wants to learn how higher temp...

Is Summer Heat Affecting You?

Running barefoot from scorching asphalt to cool grass in the summertime exemplifies how cityscapes tend to get much warmer than green spaces, but summer heat can be dangerous, too. The City of Las Cruces Sustainability office wants to learn how higher tem...

Senior Programs Continues Drive-Through and Home-Delivered Meal Service Until Further Notice

The City of Las Cruces Senior Programs will continue to follow the Governor’s  ‘stay-at-home’ order until further notice to combat the spread of COVID-19.  We will continue to provide essential meal services...

RoadRUNNER Continues Reduced Service Until Further Notice

In compliance with the State of New Mexico’s updated stay-at-home order, RoadRUNNER Transit will continue operating its service on a reduced schedule, Monday – Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. until further notice.

Dial-a-Ride, whic...

RoadRUNNER Transit’s COVID-19 Stop the Spread Efforts

RoadRUNNER Transit continues to support local and state public health officials response to COVID-19 and assist in reducing its spread. The efforts include the installation of banners on the fixed-route buses and Dial-A-Ride vehicles that display public h...

Senior Programs Continues Drive-through and Home-Delivered Meal Service through April 30

In accordance with the updated emergency ‘stay-at-home’ order issued by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, the City of Las Cruces Senior Programs will continue to provide essential meal services at each of its five centers through April 30, ...

JIC Notes March 27, 2020

COVID19 Joint Information Center 

March 27, 2020 10:00 a.m.  

1. City of Anthony 

Police chief: had calls related to the public health order, violating. Designated one officer ro&a...

JIC Notes March 26, 2020

COVID19 Joint Information Center 

March 26, 2020 10:00 a.m. 

1. City of Anthony 

Except for police department, the city has been closed since T...

Updated New Mexico COVID-19 cases: Now at 136

New Mexico state health officials on Thursday announced 24 additional positive tests for COVID-19.

Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:

Seven new cases in Bernalillo County:

• A female in her 20s
• A female in her 30s
• A male in his 40s
• A m...

Updated New Mexico COVID-19 cases: Now at 136

New Mexico state health officials on Thursday announced 24 additional positive tests for COVID-19.

Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:

Seven new cases in Bernalillo County:

• A female in her 20s
• A female in her 30s
• A male in his 40s
• A m...

JIC Notes March 24, 2020

1. City of Anthony 

No update Wednesday.  

2. City of Sunland Park 

Maintaining same conditions; asked for assistance from other agencies on addressing needs of vulnerable populations. Amanda...

Updated New Mexico COVID-19 cases: Now at 100

Updated New Mexico COVID-19 cases: Now at 100SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials on Monday announced 17 additional positive tests for COVID-19.Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:Five new cases in Bern...

Updated New Mexico COVID-19 cases: Now at 100

Updated New Mexico COVID-19 cases: Now at 100SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials on Monday announced 17 additional positive tests for COVID-19.Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:Five new cases in Bern...

COVID19 Joint Information Center March 20, 2020

1. City of Anthony 

No operational changes.   

2. City of Sunland Park 

Two city employees are out sick, so efforts are underway to ramp up cleaning and disinfecting all operations for&nb...

COVID-19 JIC Notes 3/18/2020

COVID19 Joint Information Center  March 18, 2020   

1. City of Anthony  

No report.   

2. City of Sunland Park  

A few changes today: The Community Economic ...

COVID-19 JIC Notes 3/17/2020

COVID19 Joint Information CenterMarch 17, 2020

1. City of Anthony

No report Tuesday.

2. City of Sunland Park

No changes from yesterday – City is still using the two fire stations for quarantine. The library, since it is closed until April 6, will be...

COVID-19 JIC Notes 3/16/2020

COVID19 Joint Information CenterMarch 16, 2020 Updated: 1:37 p.m. 

1. City of Anthony 

As of now, City Council meetings are canceled. The Motor Vehicle Division, City Hall Front Desk and Police Records and has limit...

Lucha Libre: Stories from the Ring

Lucha Libre: Stories from the Ring 

March 6- October 17 

Branigan Cultural Center

Experience Lucha libre like never before at the Branigan Cultural Center with our new exhibit Lucha Libre: Stories from the Ring. The exhibit tells the histor...

Guidelines for Use of UTVs on City Roadways

Las Cruces City Council recently made changes to a municipal ordinance that will soon allow some – but not all – off-highway motor vehicles to be permitted on city roads.

The new City ordinance, which takes effect March 13, will allow s...

City Manager Search Begins

The national search for a new city manager for the City of Las Cruces has officially begun. Well-qualified candidates may apply electronically to The Novak Consulting Group at thenovakconsultinggroup.com.

The application is accessed by selecting the blue &...

Noise Ordinance Input Meeting

The City is asking for public input on changes proposed to the City of Las Cruces Ordinance 1988 that regulates noise throughout the City of Las Cruces. Ordinance 1988, “Noise,” is included in Chapter 19, Offenses and Miscellaneous Pro...