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Alamogordo Sun. Nov 9 2025

Children’s Music Theater of Alamogordo Unveils “Prince of Egypt” This Weekend—with Sweet Treats, Crowns, and Costumes Galore

This production continues CMToA’s tradition of inclusive, imaginative storytelling that uplifts youth voices and brings families together

Chris Edwards Editor

Children’s Music Theater of Alamogordo Unveils “Prince of Egypt” This Weekend—with Sweet Treats, Crowns, and Costumes Galore

Chris Edwards Editor

Alamogordo Sun. Nov 9 2025

Otero Arts to Host Beethoven, Mendelssohn, and Schubert performed by the acclaimed Nomad String Ensemble.

Beethoven, Mendelssohn, and Schubert performed by the acclaimed Nomad String Ensemble at Otero Arts

Chris Edwards Editor

Otero Arts to Host Beethoven, Mendelssohn, and Schubert performed by the acclaimed Nomad String Ensemble.

Chris Edwards Editor

Las Cruces Weather: Monday December 8

High: 69°

Low: 32°

Wind: 3 MPH WNW

Chance of rain: 0%

Sunny, with a high of 69 and low of 32 degrees. Sunny during the morning, clear for the afternoon and evening,

Alamogordo Sun. Nov 9 2025

Armed Man Arrested After Standoff in Boles Acres; Children Safely Recovered

Boles Acres Stand-off ends in arrest

Chris Edwards Editor

Armed Man Arrested After Standoff in Boles Acres; Children Safely Recovered

Chris Edwards Editor

Alamogordo Sun. Nov 9 2025

Alamogordo Police Log: Assaults, Juvenile Offenses, Drug Arrests, and Property Crimes Mark Week of October 27–November 2

Featured are presumed innocent until proven guilty

Chris Edwards Editor

Alamogordo Police Log: Assaults, Juvenile Offenses, Drug Arrests, and Property Crimes Mark Week of October 27–November 2

Chris Edwards Editor

Alamogordo Sun. Nov 9 2025

Cloudcroft and Mescalero Apache Runners Shine at 2025 A-2A State Cross Country Championships

While Pecos and Oak Grove Classical Academy claimed the team titles, runners from Cloudcroft and Mescalero Apache represented Otero County with pride

Chris Edwards Editor

Cloudcroft and Mescalero Apache Runners Shine at 2025 A-2A State Cross Country Championships

Chris Edwards Editor

Alamogordo Sat. Nov 8 2025

Cleveland and Eldorado Claim 5A Cross Country Crowns; Alamogordo Tigers Finish Season with Heart and Grit

Cleveland High School dominated the field with a commanding 36-point finish

Chris Edwards Editor

Cleveland and Eldorado Claim 5A Cross Country Crowns; Alamogordo Tigers Finish Season with Heart and Grit

Chris Edwards Editor

Alamogordo Sat. Nov 8 2025

Voters Reject Book Bans Nationwide as Amy Barela Defends Restrictions in New Mexico Schools

Amy Barela defends school book bans as Moms for Liberty loses a majority of races voters reject censorship, favor inclusive education.

Mica Maynard 2nd Life Media Alamogordo Town News

Voters Reject Book Bans Nationwide as Amy Barela Defends Restrictions in New Mexico Schools

Mica Maynard 2nd Life Media Alamogordo Town News

Alamogordo Sat. Nov 8 2025

Steve Pearce’s BLM Nomination Rekindles Otero County’s Long Struggle Over Land, Power, and Public Trust

Pierce announcement rippled through the West—but nowhere did it strike a deeper chord than in Otero County,

Chris Edwards Editor

Steve Pearce’s BLM Nomination Rekindles Otero County’s Long Struggle Over Land, Power, and Public Trust

Chris Edwards Editor

Alamogordo Sat. Nov 8 2025

Senator Luján and Governor Lujan Grisham Call Special Session to Sustain SNAP Benefits Amid Shutdown

22.6% of residents live below the poverty line, and nearly 25% qualify for SNAP benefits, according to USDA and state outreach

Chris Edwards Editor

Senator Luján and Governor Lujan Grisham Call Special Session to Sustain SNAP Benefits Amid Shutdown

Chris Edwards Editor

Alamogordo Fri. Nov 7 2025

John Block Nominated for Senate Seat to Replace Nick Paul in Split 2-1 Decision

Block selected in split decision as nominee for Nick Paul’s vacant seat.

Chris Edwards Editor

John Block Nominated for Senate Seat to Replace Nick Paul in Split 2-1 Decision

Chris Edwards Editor

Alamogordo Fri. Nov 7 2025

Armed Break-In at Mayhill Baptist Church Ends in Arrest

Armed Break-In at Mayhill Baptist Church Ends in Arrest by Otero Sheriffs Deputies

Chris Edwards Editor

Armed Break-In at Mayhill Baptist Church Ends in Arrest

Chris Edwards Editor

Alamogordo event

Sat Nov 8 10:00 am

Veterans Day Parade 2025

Join the Alamogordo community with flags and celebration as we honor our veterans and those innactive duty with a par

Chris Edwards Editor

Veterans Day Parade 2025

Chris Edwards Editor

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