Come visit the Chile Pepper Institute!

By Kirsten Rodgers Chile peppers are beloved and treasured by New Mexico and are a staple in the homes of many. With decades of chile growth and production in the state, it has roots that run deep in the hearts of New Mexicans. The Chile Pepper Institute (CPI) helped plant some of those roots, and…

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A day at Spaceport America!

By Kirsten Rodgers Did you ever dream of going to space as a child? To float around without gravity holding you down, eat the fascinating astronaut food, and exploring the vastness that is space? While I didn’t quite make it to space, I did get one step closer. I visited a place that makes this…

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Las Cruces Is Ready To Welcome Back Visitors

Las Cruces, New Mexico is excited to announce that Doña Ana County has achieved turquoise level status from the New Mexico Department of Health. That means Las Cruces is ready to welcome back visitors. Click the guide on the right to enlarge. To meet the faces of Las Cruces’ tourism industry and…

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#SafeOpenSpaces: The best winter hikes of 2020

Hiking is a year-round activity in southern New Mexico. During the winter months, temperatures dip just enough to offer relief to hikers looking to take on some of the area’s open trails. These trails also highlight the importance of venturing out to #SafeOpenSpaces to enjoy the outdoors while…

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Scenic drive: Corralitos Road and County Road D012

Looking for the road less traveled? County Road D012 via Corralitos Road showcases some of the lesser known areas of the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument and some incredible views of the Mesilla Valley. The road itself if frequented by those headed to Corralitos Ranch for a little…

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Five things to do in Las Cruces right now

Social distance in the great outdoors Towering nearly 9,000 ft., the Organ Mountains serve as an awe-inspiring backdrop for Las Cruces. The mountain range is ripe for exploring and is the namesake for the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument established six years ago. The monument also…

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Let's celebrate! Fourth of July 2020 in Las Cruces

Photo by freestocks.org from Pexels The City of Las Cruces has a few big events set for July 4 weekend, and due to uncertain time, celebrations are a little more creative to ensure the safety and well-being of both visitors and residents. Music in the Park series Kicking off the weekend is the…

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