Las Cruces, NM Local News, Events, and Information

Alamogordo Sat. Jul 18 2026

Pump Was No Surprise: Timberon Water Board’s Emergency Meeting Draws Scrutiny

Timberon Water Board Same-Day “Emergency” Meeting Over a Pump Problem It Had Discussed for Six Days — Raises Open Meetings Act Questions

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Pump Was No Surprise: Timberon Water Board’s Emergency Meeting Draws Scrutiny

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Alamogordo Fri. Jul 17 2026

A Weapons Incident at Florida Avenue and Indian Wells in Alamogordo Prompts Police Response, Arrests

Police response to incident involving shots fired and a machete on Florida Ave

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A Weapons Incident at Florida Avenue and Indian Wells in Alamogordo Prompts Police Response, Arrests

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Las Cruces Weather: Wednesday August 5

High: 103°

Low: 73°

Wind: 7 MPH SSE

Chance of rain: 0%

Sunny, with a high of 103 and low of 73 degrees. Sunny during the morning, clear overnight.

Alamogordo Fri. Jul 17 2026

Inside Tularosa’s Cell Tower Fight — What the Trustee Interview Reveals Interview Between Anthony Lucero and Chris Rupp

Tularosa needs a cell tower for 911 response improvements verses community fears..,

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Inside Tularosa’s Cell Tower Fight — What the Trustee Interview Reveals Interview Between Anthony Lucero and Chris Rupp

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Otero Arts Free Exhibition Thurs thru Sun 1 to 4 pm - Sat Aug 22 1:00 pm
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Otero Arts Free Exhibition Thurs thru Sun 1 to 4 pm - Thu Aug 13 1:00 pm
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Alamogordo Fri. Jul 17 2026

Tularosa’s Annual Ice Cream Social Set for Friday Evening

Come join the fun and reconnect with neighbors..,

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Tularosa’s Annual Ice Cream Social Set for Friday Evening

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Alamogordo Fri. Jul 17 2026

Tularosa Board of Trustees Revisits Cell Tower Fight, Clears Budget and Personnel Items

Cell Tour debate places permit on temporary hold…

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Tularosa Board of Trustees Revisits Cell Tower Fight, Clears Budget and Personnel Items

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Alamogordo Fri. Jul 17 2026

Timberon Water District Responds to Public Records Request on Water Testing, Insurance Data

Test results released by Timberon Water District

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Timberon Water District Responds to Public Records Request on Water Testing, Insurance Data

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Alamogordo Thu. Jul 16 2026

Alamogordo Resident Launches Effort to Recall City Commissioner Amid Hiring Controversy

Recall case filing planned for this week

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Alamogordo Resident Launches Effort to Recall City Commissioner Amid Hiring Controversy

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Alamogordo Thu. Jul 16 2026

Timberon Residents Have Legal Teeth: A Guide to Accountability, Removal, and Legal Recourse Against the Water and Sanitation District

Note: This article is intended for informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice.

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Timberon Residents Have Legal Teeth: A Guide to Accountability, Removal, and Legal Recourse Against the Water and Sanitation District

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Alamogordo Wed. Jul 15 2026

As Blackstone Merger Hearing Nears, a Closer Look at the Fund Keeping Otero County Neighbors Warm and Lit

Taking a closer look at one program with real, measurable impact in our community: the PNM Good Neighbor Fund.

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As Blackstone Merger Hearing Nears, a Closer Look at the Fund Keeping Otero County Neighbors Warm and Lit

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Alamogordo Wed. Jul 15 2026

Feds Erase ESA ‘Harm’ Definition; Lawsuit Follows Same Day — Otero Officials & Residents Split

A federal rule that erases the 50-year-old regulatory definition of “harm"...

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Feds Erase ESA ‘Harm’ Definition; Lawsuit Follows Same Day — Otero Officials & Residents Split

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Alamogordo Wed. Jul 15 2026

Tularosa Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Recap

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Tularosa Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Recap

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Alamogordo Wed. Jul 15 2026

New City Manager Pledges Transparency; Billing Dispute Between Payne and Rardin Boils Over at Alamogordo Commission Meeting Public Comments

Commission recap

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New City Manager Pledges Transparency; Billing Dispute Between Payne and Rardin Boils Over at Alamogordo Commission Meeting Public Comments

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