Las Cruces, NM – With the Thanksgiving holiday weekend beginning tomorrow, a number of government offices and schools throughout the KRWG listening area will be closed. KRWG's Evan Woodward has the details.
Las Cruces, NM – Earlier this week President George W. Bush appointed Bill Ruth to serve as the new United States Commissioner of the International Boundary and Water Commission. As KRWG's Evan Woodward reports, Ruth replaces former Commissioner Carlos Marin who died in a tragic plane crash earlier this year.
Las Cruces, NM – From its humble beginnings in central Mexico, Mariachi music has spread throughout the world giving many people the opportunity to sing, dance and express a variety of feelings. As KRWG's Fernando Zamarr n reports, the distinct sound of mariachi music has broken cultural and language barriers to capture the hearts of many listeners.
Las Cruces, NM – Dona Ana County announced today that their voting machine audit from this month's general election was successful, and the machines which were audited performed within the state's guidelines for accuracy. KRWG's Evan Woodward has the details.
Las Cruces, NM – The ability of city transit drivers to maneuver around vehicles, traffic and pedestrians is tested almost daily so, it's important for their skills to be fine-tuned. Each year, bus drivers in many communities go through an intense training session aimed at making streets safer and as KRWG's Mayra Torres reports, these so-called "roadeo" events are also pretty fun.
Las Cruces, NM – A number of reports have surfaced in the last few days about the possible appointment of New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson to President-Elect Barack Obama's cabinet as Secretary of Commerce. KRWG's Evan Woodward spoke with Online Political Journalist Heath Haussamen about what Richardson's departure could mean for New Mexico.
Las Cruces, NM – Chair of the New Mexico State University Board of Regents Bob Gallagher will not be reappointed to serve another term. As KRWG's Evan Woodward reports, Governor Bill Richardson announced today that he has made three new appointments to the board who will take over in January.
Las Cruces, NM – Fred Martino speaks with Mickey Curtis, Clinical Director at Families and Youth, Inc. Topics include a discussion of mental health care for young people and the role families and other caregivers play in the treatment process.
Las Cruces, NM – This week, many Americans will likely enjoy large servings of traditional Thanksgiving cuisine with family and friends. However, as KRWG's Sarina Turnbull reports, for many people eating too much food is not exclusive to the holiday season.
Las Cruces,NM – The idea for the Institute which will be located at New Mexico State University was developed after the outgoing U-S Senator gave the University tons of documents he had collected during his lengthy congressional career.
Las Cruces, NM – Las Cruces police arrested a man on several counts of sexual assault following a two week investigation. KRWG's Marco Grajeda has the details.
Las Cruces, NM – The national collapse of the housing market and downturn in the economy has people rethinking how they spend their money including where they eat. KRWG's Charles Comer has more.
Las Cruces, NM – New Mexico officials recently signed an agreement with a non-profit agency to encourage businesses and organizations to hire people with disabilities. KRWG's Marco Grajeda has more.
Las Cruces, NM – This morning, Las Cruces officials re-signed an agreement which says the city commits to an efficient, pro-renewable energy use policy. KRWG's Marco Grajeda has this report.
Las Cruces, NM – He was consistently a bestselling author for more than 35 years. His mystery novels were unique - set in the four corners region of New Mexico and Arizona, and noted for the cultural details they provided for the main characters of the books - mainly native Americans. As KRWG's Gary Worth reports, the late Tony Hillerman was also a New Mexico resident who did not hesitate to share his experience with would-be writers in this state.
