Latino Poetry and Crafting Palabras y Artsanias
Las Cruces Public Libraries is holding a series of poetry discussions/crafting sessions called Palabras y Artesanias (Words and Crafts). The…
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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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Before You Dig Call 811
April is Safe Digging Month. It serves as a reminder to call 811 for locating and mapping. To request a…
Volunteer as an Interviewer
The City of Las Cruces, Las Cruces Public Schools Career Readiness & Student Success, and America’s Job Center are looking…
Lush and Lean Workshops
The purpose of the Lush and Lean program is to help residents of Las Cruces make the best use of…
Meet The Mayor
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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The City of Las Cruces is a home-rule city governed by its charter and has a council-manager form of government. The City Council is the city’s governing body with the Mayor as its presiding officer.
Council Meets the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month for regular Meetings, and the 2nd and 4th Mondays for Work Sessions.
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Road & Traffic Updates
Lane Closure – Missouri Ave. (Gladys Dr. to Payne St.) | March 24 – April 4
Las Cruces Motorists will experience a lane closure on Missouri Ave. from Gladys Dr. to Payne St. for the east bound traffic. This closure will be in place for two weeks starting March 24, 2025, through April 4.Access to residents and businesses will be maintained during the construction. Volt Incorporated…
Shoulder Work Closures – N. Willow St. and Birch Dr. | March 24 – March 28
Las Cruces Motorists will experience shoulder work on N. Willow St. and Birch Drivestarting Monday March 24, 2025, through March 28. AITS with Shamroy Powell will be installing underground infrastructure for Vexus Fiberas part of a utility permit. The shoulder work will not affect the RoadRUNNER Transit. This…
Road Closure – West Park Drive (between Farney Ln. and Lee Whisman) | Beginning March 24
Las Cruces motorists are advised that West Park Drive between Farney Lane and Lee Whisman will be closed to traffic starting March 24, 2025. Caliper Construction will be doing utility work as part of a private apartment development. The work is anticipated to take one (1) week to complete. Detours…
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Firefighters Extinguish Four Fires in 16-hour Period
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Las Cruces firefighters extinguished three structure fires and a brush fire during a busy 16-hour period beginning Wednesday afternoon. About 1:20 p.m. Wednesday, March 19, firefighters were dispatched to the report of a commercial structure fire on the 1700 block of north Valley Drive. Crews…
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Chief Holds News Conference on March 13 Shooting
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News Releases, Public Safety
Las Cruces Police Department Chief Jeremy Story held a news conference March 20 to present facts learned since the March 13, 2025, shooting on south Main Street that injured an armed man. The officer-involved shooting occurred shortly before 7 p.m. Thursday, March 13, on the…
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City Names Michael Daniels as New Fire Chief
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News Releases, Public Safety
Michael Daniels, a 19-year veteran of the Las Cruces Fire Department, has been selected as the City’s new Fire Chief and will take command on March 24, 2025. Daniels replaces Jason Smith who retired Jan. 31 after 22 years of service. Deputy Chief Sean Heck…
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