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Alamogordo Fri. Sep 4 2026

Mayor McDonald Says Public Response to Bonito Lake Conversation ‘Remarkable’

Mayor McDonald delivers a message that the public is being heard on Bonito Lake…

Chris Edwards Editor

Mayor McDonald Says Public Response to Bonito Lake Conversation ‘Remarkable’

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Alamogordo Fri. Sep 4 2026

Changing the Narrative on Suicide’ brings walk, workshops and mayoral proclamation to Alameda Park Saturday

Alameda Park this Saturday, Sept. 5, from 8 to 11 a.m. for “Changing the Narrative on Suicide,” a free community event

Chris Edwards Editor

Changing the Narrative on Suicide’ brings walk, workshops and mayoral proclamation to Alameda Park Saturday

Chris Edwards Editor

Las Cruces Weather: Friday October 2

High: 73°

Low: 59°

Wind: 11 MPH SE

Chance of rain: 9%

Partly Cloudy, with a high of 73 and low of 59 degrees. Cloudy during the morning, overcast during the afternoon, partly cloudy in the evening, clear overnight.

Alamogordo Fri. Sep 4 2026

Eight Plein Air Artists to Open at Otero Artspace This Friday

Friday Sept 4th free to the public artists reception…

Chris Edwards Editor

Eight Plein Air Artists to Open at Otero Artspace This Friday

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Plein Air Painting Workshop Oct. 13–15 - Thu Oct 15 10:00 am
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Plein Air Painting Workshop Oct. 13–15 - Wed Oct 14 9:00 am
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Plein Air Painting Workshop Oct. 13–15 - Tue Oct 13 10:00 am
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Stan Ford, Nature Photographer Showing at the Otero Artspace Thursday thru Sunday’s in October - Sat Oct 24 1:00 pm
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Stan Ford, Nature Photographer Showing at the Otero Artspace Thursday thru Sunday’s in October - Thu Oct 15 1:00 pm
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Stan Ford, Nature Photographer Showing at the Otero Artspace Thursday thru Sunday’s in October - Thu Oct 22 1:00 pm
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Stan Ford, Nature Photographer Showing at the Otero Artspace Thursday thru Sunday’s in October - Sat Oct 17 1:00 pm
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Stan Ford, Nature Photographer Showing at the Otero Artspace Thursday thru Sunday’s in October - Thu Oct 8 1:00 pm
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Alamogordo Thu. Sep 3 2026

From Parole Officer to the Bench: Lujan Grisham Appoints Joseph Cutts to Otero County Magistrate Court

Cutts appointed to fill vacancy until general election…

Chris Edwards Editor

From Parole Officer to the Bench: Lujan Grisham Appoints Joseph Cutts to Otero County Magistrate Court

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Alamogordo Thu. Sep 3 2026

Area Volleyball Roundup: Lady Tigers Fall to Silver; Tularosa Picks Up First Win

Regional volleyball results with tournament play this Friday and Saturday for all area schools…

Chris Edwards Editor

Area Volleyball Roundup: Lady Tigers Fall to Silver; Tularosa Picks Up First Win

Chris Edwards Editor

Alamogordo Thu. Sep 3 2026

State Police Investigate Fatal Dog Mauling in Santa Rosa; Dogs’ Owner Charged

Dog mauling arrest by NMSP in Santa Rosa

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State Police Investigate Fatal Dog Mauling in Santa Rosa; Dogs’ Owner Charged

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Alamogordo Wed. Sep 2 2026

Commentary: The Future of Bonito Lake Is a Policy Decision

Thoughts from the former city manager Dr Hernandez…

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Commentary: The Future of Bonito Lake Is a Policy Decision

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Alamogordo Wed. Sep 2 2026

Tularosa Approves Land Purchase for Backup Water Supply as River Flows Decline

Water is top of mind for many local communities…

Chris Edwards Editor

Tularosa Approves Land Purchase for Backup Water Supply as River Flows Decline

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Alamogordo Wed. Sep 2 2026

Voices of Alamogordo KALHRadio.org Packed House at Community Forum as Stockwell Backs Off Bonito Lake Fence Proposal

Public input must continue, 6 month stakeholder engagement proposed…

Chris Edwards Editor

Voices of Alamogordo KALHRadio.org Packed House at Community Forum as Stockwell Backs Off Bonito Lake Fence Proposal

Chris Edwards Editor

Alamogordo Tue. Sep 1 2026

Commentary: How Much More Can the Mountains Take? Why Regional Collaboration is Important

Fire, flood, a dark racetrack, a soon-to-be-demolished observatory, a fence around Bonito Lake. Our region is losing its attractions. Alamogordo small biz pays.

Chris Edwards Editor

Commentary: How Much More Can the Mountains Take? Why Regional Collaboration is Important

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Alamogordo Tue. Sep 1 2026

Sounds of Silence from Sunspot

U.S. Forest Service and the National Science Foundation are declining comment a continuing series by David Dooling ATN Science & Space Reporter...

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Sounds of Silence from Sunspot

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Alamogordo Mon. Aug 31 2026

City Manager Stockwell and Others to Join Community Forum on Bonito Lake Fencing Proposal Tuesday at Otero Arts

A panel discussion on the future of Bonito Lake Tuesday September 1st 6 pm Otero Arts

Chris Edwards Editor

City Manager Stockwell and Others to Join Community Forum on Bonito Lake Fencing Proposal Tuesday at Otero Arts

Chris Edwards Editor

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