Leah Romero
Las Cruces Sun-News
Las Cruces, NM, United States
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Las Cruces Lutheran Church delves into ecological spirituality this Lenten season through Pope's guidance
This year, Peace Lutheran Church is including a series of special services each week looking at the role all individuals have on addressing climate change. → Read More
Las Crucen, reproductive advocate joins Sen. Heinrich at State of the Union Address
Las Cruces was represented at the Capitol last month by a reproductive advocate, the guest of Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-NM) for President Joe Biden’s 2023 State of the Union Address. → Read More
Pepe's Restaurant downgraded by New Mexico Environment Department
Pepe’s Restaurant on Picacho Avenue was downgraded for food safety violations following an inspection by the New Mexico Environment Department. → Read More
'I love love.' New Mexico couples share special vows on Valentine's Day
Dozens of couples tied the knot Tuesday in special Valentine’s Day ceremonies held around Las Cruces. → Read More
Chabad of Las Cruces to host Holocaust survivor Esther Basch in March
Esther Basch, a Holocaust survivor, will travel to Las Cruces in March for a special event hosted by the Alevy Chabad Jewish Center of Las Cruces. → Read More
Valentine's Day weddings offered at the Plaza de Las Cruces and Doña Ana County Government Center
Love is in the air and in Doña Ana County this month. Couples looking to get married on Valentine’s Day have several options this year. → Read More
These astronomical events will be visible from New Mexico in 2023
Keep your eyes to the sky, New Mexico, many spectacular astronomical events are in the stars for 2023. → Read More
Las Cruces welcomes Xareni and Edson, 2023 New Year's Day babies
Happy Birthday, Xareni Victoria and Edson! → Read More
Hidden gems, hometown heroes and local landmarks in Las Cruces: Looking back at 2022
Here, we look back at a year of hidden gems, hometown heroes and local landmarks. Here are the stories about Las Cruces you may have missed. → Read More
Santa Claus shaving his beard Christmas Eve in fundraiser for domestic violence survivors
While children and adults alike are counting down to Christmas, Santa Claus is busy counting down to a clean shave. → Read More
Las Cruces man charged after 2 die in head-on collision on Spruce
A Las Cruces man is charged with vehicular homicide following a head-on crash Thursday evening on Spruce Avenue. → Read More
Looking for a Christmas meal in the Las Cruces area? Here are a few restaurant options.
Christmas is this weekend and while many restaurants will be closed on the holiday, several local eateries will remain open. → Read More
Borderlands Ballet Company taking a contemporary spin on 'The Nutcracker'
Borderlands Ballet Company, located in Las Cruces, is presenting their own take on the classic “The Nutcracker” this season at the ASNMSU Center for the Arts. → Read More
Organ Mountain High community gathers for vigil in honor of Joaquin Delgado
Organ Mountain High School students, faculty and members of the larger Las Cruces community gathered Wednesday evening to remember Joaquin Delgado → Read More
It's time for holiday lights! Here's your guide to local displays.
When snow is not a given in southern New Mexico, lights and decorations are what signal the holiday season. → Read More
Celebrate the Festival of Lights at Las Cruces' annual Mega Chanukah event
An 18-foot menorah will soon be out at the Plaza de Las Cruces for the 13th year to kick off the first night of Chanukah this season. → Read More
988 crisis lifeline, Doña Ana County's mobile crisis response service unveiled
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline went into effect nationally Thursday, coinciding with Doña Ana County’s expansion of the mobile crisis response service. → Read More
Las Cruces recognizes World AIDS Day and the millions impacted by the virus
Las Crucens showed up in solidarity Thursday evening to honor the millions of people around the world who have died from AIDS on World AIDS Day. → Read More
'We need more Janices': Las Crucen recognized as Volunteer of the Year for work with Salvation Army
Janice Haley has been volunteering with the Salvation Army Las Cruces Corps for seven years, supervising the organization’s food pantry. → Read More
Reserve a Thanksgiving meal from these area restaurants this week
This week is a time for family, friends, gratitude and good food. Here are a few Thanksgiving places to check out if you'd like to avoid the kitchen. → Read More