LCPS grading proposal faces board pushback over homework deadlines, teacher autonomy
LCPS board members challenged proposed grading changes Oct. 20, prompting revisions and clarification of the district's existing 40% minimum grading rule.
NMSU researcher’s team finds supermassive black holes may help form massive planets
NMSU astronomer Wladimir Lyra and collaborators found that disks around supermassive black holes may create massive planets, stars and black holes through a newly modeled formation process.
LCPS secures $3.5 million in state grants for solar projects at four schools
Las Cruces Public Schools outlines solar parking canopy projects at four campuses, including a 393-panel system expected to offset Conlee Community Elementary School's electricity use.
Las Cruces fire stations to offer free glow sticks for Halloween safety
Las Cruces firefighters will distribute free glow sticks Oct. 31 as police and fire officials share safety tips for trick-or-treaters, families and motorists.
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‘They are totally sacrificing us’: Proposed 6-12 school in Las Cruces draws community pushback
Parents and students challenge LCPS' proposed 6-12 academy as Searchlight New Mexico investigates state approval requirements, finances and school staffing.
WNMU haunted house returns Oct. 30 for Halloween festivities in Silver City
Western New Mexico University's annual haunted house returns to Silver City on Oct. 30, with admission ranging from $2 to $10 and ages 10 and older recommended.
Las Cruces police investigate murder-suicide; five children were inside home
Las Cruces police say Angelica Aguirre and Shane Perez died Saturday in an apparent murder-suicide on Calle Libertad. Five children were inside the home.
Las Cruces City Council to revisit Amador Live property after unsuccessful search for new operator
Las Cruces councilors will discuss new options for the former Amador Live property Oct. 26 after an unsuccessful search for a tenant or developer.
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LCPS grading proposal faces board pushback over homework deadlines, teacher autonomy
LCPS board members challenged proposed grading changes Oct. 20, prompting revisions and clarification of the district's existing 40% minimum grading rule.
LCPS secures $3.5 million in state grants for solar projects at four schools
Las Cruces Public Schools outlines solar parking canopy projects at four campuses, including a 393-panel system expected to offset Conlee Community Elementary School's electricity use.
Public Safety
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Las Cruces fire stations to offer free glow sticks for Halloween safety
Las Cruces firefighters will distribute free glow sticks Oct. 31 as police and fire officials share safety tips for trick-or-treaters, families and motorists.
Las Cruces police investigate murder-suicide; five children were inside home
Las Cruces police say Angelica Aguirre and Shane Perez died Saturday in an apparent murder-suicide on Calle Libertad. Five children were inside the home.
Project Jupiter
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Maldonado, Barncastle Salopek name priorities for Doña Ana County Commission District 1
Daisy Maldonado and Samantha Barncastle Salopek outline their priorities for Doña Ana County Commission District 1, including Project Jupiter, infrastructure and transparency.
Data center Project Jupiter air quality permit hearing set for early December
Project Jupiter's air quality permit hearing is scheduled for Dec. 7 in Sunland Park, with public comments, emissions questions and legal motions still at issue.
Education
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LCPS grading proposal faces board pushback over homework deadlines, teacher autonomy
LCPS board members challenged proposed grading changes Oct. 20, prompting revisions and clarification of the district's existing 40% minimum grading rule.
‘They are totally sacrificing us’: Proposed 6-12 school in Las Cruces draws community pushback
Parents and students challenge LCPS' proposed 6-12 academy as Searchlight New Mexico investigates state approval requirements, finances and school staffing.
Community
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WNMU haunted house returns Oct. 30 for Halloween festivities in Silver City
Western New Mexico University's annual haunted house returns to Silver City on Oct. 30, with admission ranging from $2 to $10 and ages 10 and older recommended.
WNMU opens escape room to public to support student food security
Western New Mexico University will host a free public escape room Oct. 26 in Silver City, encouraging donations to support student food security.
