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Alamogordo Breaking News

New Mexico Supreme Court Faces High-Stakes Showdown Over Otero County ICE Detention Facility

Supreme Court Case analysis

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New Mexico Supreme Court Faces High-Stakes Showdown Over Otero County ICE Detention Facility

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Alamogordo Breaking News

Dream Higher” 1st Annual Kite Festival Rescheduled to April 25 in Alamogordo Due to Forecasted Thunderstorms This Saturday – Free Family Fun Day at Trinity Turtle Healing Labyrinth Park

Date change to April 25th 2026

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Dream Higher” 1st Annual Kite Festival Rescheduled to April 25 in Alamogordo Due to Forecasted Thunderstorms This Saturday – Free Family Fun Day at Trinity Turtle Healing Labyrinth Park

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Ruidoso Weather: Friday April 10

High: 69°

Low: 50°

Wind: 9 MPH SSE

Chance of rain: 82%

Patchy rain nearby, with a high of 69 and low of 50 degrees. Don't forget your umbrella! Sunny during the morning, cloudy in the afternoon, thundery outbreaks in nearby during the evening, clear overnight.

Alamogordo Breaking News

US Senate Candidate Matt Dodson Detained at Holloman AFB Anti-Drone Protest Sparks Local Backlash in Deeply Conservative Otero County

The detention comes on the same week as a local “Party for Peace” event scheduled for Thursday evening, April 9, 2026

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US Senate Candidate Matt Dodson Detained at Holloman AFB Anti-Drone Protest Sparks Local Backlash in Deeply Conservative Otero County

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Otero Arts Student Showcase - Sat Apr 18 1:00 pm
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Alamogordo Breaking News

OTERO COUNTY ATTORNEY NICHOLS TO STATE SUPREME COURT: AG TORREZ MANUFACTURED A CRISIS THAT DIDN'T EXIST — EIGHTEEN YEARS OF STATE SILENCE PROVES IT

Breaking News Alamogordo Town News ReportsL Otero County's formal legal rebuttal — a point-by-point dismantling of the Attorney General's emergency petition

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OTERO COUNTY ATTORNEY NICHOLS TO STATE SUPREME COURT: AG TORREZ MANUFACTURED A CRISIS THAT DIDN'T EXIST — EIGHTEEN YEARS OF STATE SILENCE PROVES IT

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Alamogordo Breaking News

Tularosa Municipal Schools Receives Clean Unmodified Audit Opinion for FY 2025; Board Hears Positive Financial and Academic Updates

Tularosa Schools setting the example for good governance for the region

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Tularosa Municipal Schools Receives Clean Unmodified Audit Opinion for FY 2025; Board Hears Positive Financial and Academic Updates

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Alamogordo Breaking News

Commentary: When Political Campaigns Play Games: Is Amy Barela's Sign Saga an Ethical Lapse?

A news commentary on local politics, leadership, and the ethics of campaigning in Otero County

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Commentary: When Political Campaigns Play Games: Is Amy Barela's Sign Saga an Ethical Lapse?

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Alamogordo Fri. Apr 10 2026

Otero County Commission Meeting Recap: April 9, 2026 – Strong Public Safety Focus Amid Infrastructure, Revenue Challenges, and Community Needs

County Commission recap

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Otero County Commission Meeting Recap: April 9, 2026 – Strong Public Safety Focus Amid Infrastructure, Revenue Challenges, and Community Needs

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Alamogordo Wed. Apr 8 2026

Another Blow to N.M. Republicans No Candidate Listed for New Mexico House District 38 After Court Removes Rebecca Dow’s Name from Primary Ballot; Appeal Headed to State Supreme Court

Another Blow to N.M. Republicans

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Another Blow to N.M. Republicans No Candidate Listed for New Mexico House District 38 After Court Removes Rebecca Dow’s Name from Primary Ballot; Appeal Headed to State Supreme Court

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Alamogordo Wed. Apr 8 2026

Former Las Cruces Mayor Ken Miyagishima Discusses Independent Run for New Mexico Governor on KALHRadio.org with Anthony Lucero

Former Las Cruces Mayor Ken Miyagishima Discusses Independent Run and update...

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Former Las Cruces Mayor Ken Miyagishima Discusses Independent Run for New Mexico Governor on KALHRadio.org with Anthony Lucero

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Alamogordo Wed. Apr 8 2026

Dogs Hunt for Easter Eggs and Raise $2,000 for Kitty City of New Mexico at Local “Pooch Playoffs” Finale

Dog friendly celebration for Kitty City

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Dogs Hunt for Easter Eggs and Raise $2,000 for Kitty City of New Mexico at Local “Pooch Playoffs” Finale

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Alamogordo Wed. Apr 8 2026

Voices of Alamogordo Forum Recap: Parks, Recreation, Library, Senior Services, Airport — and a Critical Pool Vote on the Horizon

Recap of event discussions

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Voices of Alamogordo Forum Recap: Parks, Recreation, Library, Senior Services, Airport — and a Critical Pool Vote on the Horizon

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Alamogordo Tue. Apr 7 2026

Opinions to Consider: Is the New Mexico GOP’s Internal Fight Over Amy Barela Really About Something Bigger — a Proxy Battle for Southern Secession?

Northern Republicans and those in state leadership are asking the question? If this bigger than Amy?

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Opinions to Consider: Is the New Mexico GOP’s Internal Fight Over Amy Barela Really About Something Bigger — a Proxy Battle for Southern Secession?

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