Mescalero, NM Local News, Events, and Information

Alamogordo Mon. Jul 13 2026

Timberon Water District Calls an Open Records Request a ‘Scheme’ — Then Won’t Say When It’ll Comply

TWSD's records custodian called a press records request a 'scheme,' refused a timeline, and said to file smaller chunks. NM public records law says otherwise.

Chris Edwards Editor

Timberon Water District Calls an Open Records Request a ‘Scheme’ — Then Won’t Say When It’ll Comply

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Alamogordo Mon. Jul 13 2026

Business Support Rallies Behind Mayor McDonald City-Wide Cleanup at Dudley Community Center July 18th 7 am

Mayor McDonald City-Wide Cleanup at Dudley Community Center July 18th 7 am

Chris Edwards Editor

Business Support Rallies Behind Mayor McDonald City-Wide Cleanup at Dudley Community Center July 18th 7 am

Chris Edwards Editor

Mescalero Weather: Monday July 27

High: 106°

Low: 78°

Wind: 8 MPH S

Chance of rain: 0%

Sunny, with a high of 106 and low of 78 degrees. Sunny during the morning, clear overnight.

Alamogordo Sun. Jul 12 2026

Federal Jury to Hear Whistleblower Retaliation Case Against Lea County Sheriff’s Office

Trial set for September 28 comes after county’s motions to dismiss and delay both failed.

Chris Edwards Editor

Federal Jury to Hear Whistleblower Retaliation Case Against Lea County Sheriff’s Office

Chris Edwards Editor

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Sister Act at Flickinger Center - Sat Aug 1 7:00 pm
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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 Sat. Jul 11 2026

Four Districts, Four Petitions: Inside the Organizing Math Behind Alamogordo’s Recall and Term-Limits Push

A recall effort in the making…

Chris Edwards Editor

Four Districts, Four Petitions: Inside the Organizing Math Behind Alamogordo’s Recall and Term-Limits Push

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Alamogordo Sat. Jul 11 2026

Timberon’s Water Crisis: A Clean Sample, a Month Without Reliable Service, and a Hidden Violation

Timberon Water a system in crises update 7-11-26

Chris Edwards Editor

Chris Edwards Editor

Alamogordo Sat. Jul 11 2026

100% Otero Spotlights County Housing Efforts, Urges Residents to Weigh In on Statewide Housing Plan

The state and county needs to hear from you…

Chris Edwards Editor

100% Otero Spotlights County Housing Efforts, Urges Residents to Weigh In on Statewide Housing Plan

Chris Edwards Editor

Alamogordo Sat. Jul 11 2026

New Mexico Supreme Court Upholds First-Degree Murder Conviction in Killing of Alamogordo Police Officer Anthony Ferguson

A victory for justice in memory of officer Ferguson

Chris Edwards Editor

New Mexico Supreme Court Upholds First-Degree Murder Conviction in Killing of Alamogordo Police Officer Anthony Ferguson

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Alamogordo Fri. Jul 10 2026

Free New York Avenue Ghost, Art & History Tour Returns This Saturday in Downtown Alamogordo

Join us this Saturday for free 10 am at 1209 New York Ave

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Free New York Avenue Ghost, Art & History Tour Returns This Saturday in Downtown Alamogordo

Chris Edwards Editor

Alamogordo Fri. Jul 10 2026

Governing in the Dark: What Bell, California and New Mexico’s Own Scandals Teach Alamogordo About Open Government

An analysis on ethics, and citizen involvement…

Chris Edwards Editor

Governing in the Dark: What Bell, California and New Mexico’s Own Scandals Teach Alamogordo About Open Government

Chris Edwards Editor

Alamogordo Fri. Jul 10 2026

Boiling Water, Empty Taps, and an Unreported Violation — While Timberon's Water District Gave Away Its Golf Course for $1 a Month

Timberon a water system in crises…

Chris Edwards Editor

Boiling Water, Empty Taps, and an Unreported Violation — While Timberon's Water District Gave Away Its Golf Course for $1 a Month

Chris Edwards Editor

Alamogordo Thu. Jul 9 2026

Human Remains Discovered in Remote Wooded Area of Ruidoso Downs During Fire Mitigation Work in Lincoln County NM

The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office is investigating the discovery of human remains found...

Chris Edwards Editor

Human Remains Discovered in Remote Wooded Area of Ruidoso Downs During Fire Mitigation Work in Lincoln County NM

Chris Edwards Editor

Alamogordo Thu. Jul 9 2026

Signature Challenge Filed Against Independent Sheriff Candidate Saint Amid Absence From County

The controversy centers on the nominating petitions Saint’s campaign submitted to the Otero County Clerk’s Office.

Chris Edwards Editor

Signature Challenge Filed Against Independent Sheriff Candidate Saint Amid Absence From County

Chris Edwards Editor

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