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Nestled in the Mesilla Valley against the dramatic backdrop of the Organ Mountains, Las Cruces, New Mexico, blends rich cultural heritage with the beauty of the Chihuahuan Desert. Our sun-kissed city offers a unique blend of Old West charm and modern convenience. Las Cruces also serves as a cultural crossroad with its vibrant farmers’ markets, local wineries, and a thriving arts scene that celebrates the area’s Spanish and Native American legacies.
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Downtown Master Plan Update
Downtown Las Cruces is evolving, and the City is inviting everyone to help guide its next chapter by participating in…
Short-Term Rental Registration Requirements
The City of Las Cruces has adopted regulations for short-term rentals to support safety, accountability, and neighborhood quality of life.…
Electric Light Parade Information
Friday, July 3 | Begins at 9 p.m. Parade Route: Begins at Apodaca Park, 801 E. Madrid Ave. Travels south…
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Mayor Eric Enriquez is the first new Mayor the City of Las Cruces has had since 2008.
He was elected in November 2023 and began service as Mayor January 1, 2024.
Prior to his role as Mayor, Enriquez served the City of Las Cruces as an Assistant City Manager and Fire Chief before his retirement from the municipality.
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Street Updates
N. Valley Drive Lane Closure | June 25, 2026
Las Cruces Motorists will experience lane closures on N. Valley Drive. on the outside lane for the south bound traffic 100 feet north of the intersection of N. Valley Drive and Hoagland Road. This work is scheduled for June 25, 2026. A wire utility contractor will be installing underground infrastructure…
After Hours Work at Del Rey Circle K | June 22-25, 2026
Las Cruces Motorists will experience after-hours work at 2001 Bataan Memorial West starting June 22, 2026, through June 25. The working hours are 9 PM to 6 AM. A utility contractor will be installing a new sewer system for a new development north of Circle K. After-hours’ work will not…
Water Outage at 1050 West Amador Avenue | June 22, 2026
The business located at 1050 West Amador Avenue in Las Cruces will experience a water outage between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Monday, June 22, 2026. R & R Construction will be doing a water tie-in as part of a Right-of-Way permit. Adjacent areas also may be affected. If water…
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City of Las Cruces 4th of July Holiday Schedule 2026
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In observance of the 4th of July holiday, most City of Las Cruces offices and facilities will be closed Friday, July 3, 2026. However, all emergency services, including police and fire will operate as usual. City offices, facilities or programs OPEN AND OPERATING Friday, July 3 include:…
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Fire Damages Mobile Home on Calle Sosa Thursday Afternoon
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Las Cruces firefighters extinguished a fire that damaged a mobile home Thursday afternoon on Calle Sosa. Just before 3:30 p.m. Thursday, June 18, firefighters were called to a report of a residential structure fire at the intersection of Calle Sosa and Encino Avenue. The first…
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City Cooling Stations Open Beginning Saturday, June 20, 2026
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Triple-digit temperatures are forecast for Las Cruces beginning Saturday, June 20th prompting City of Las Cruces Cooling Stations to open. Cooling station are expected to be open from Saturday, June 20 through at least Thursday, June 25, 2026 to offer relief for residents seeking to escape the…
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