DEMING — The Western New Mexico University Board of Regents has approved tuition and fees for the 2026–2027 academic year while also advancing plans to purchase a former elementary school facility to expand early childhood education programs. The decisions were made during a hybrid board meeting held Friday, April 10.Read More →

DEMING – The Luna County Health Council is preparing to host its first-ever Substance Use Prevention Conference later this month, bringing together professionals and community leaders to address substance use prevention and strengthen collaboration across Southwest New Mexico. The conference is scheduled for Wednesday, April 16, 2026, from 8:30 a.m.Read More →

DEMING – State officials have enacted sweeping fire restrictions across New Mexico as dangerously dry conditions, low humidity, and high winds continue to increase the risk of wildfires statewide. The restrictions, issued by the New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department’s Forestry Division, took effect at 8:00 a.m. Monday,Read More →

DEMING – Several individuals were taken into custody on recent charges as officers responded to incidents throughout the community, according to the daily media report. Christina Cordova-Bravo Ortiz, age 30, was arrested on recent charges of interference with officers and trespass. Tiffany Harris, age 34, was arrested on a recentRead More →