Las Cruces delivers on Valentine's outing

Whether date night (or weekend away) there's plenty to do to mark the occasion This Valentine’s Day may fall on a Tuesday, but that doesn’t mean you have to limit yourself to a middle of the week celebration. There is plenty to do in and around Las Cruces to spark the romance or celebrate the…

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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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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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Virtual scenic drive: Heading down NM Highway 28

New Mexico Highway 28 travels from Mesilla, NM to north El Paso, TX. Running alongside the Rio Grande, the drive is one of the more widely-known, traveled highways in the area. It's popularity is due in large part to the Stahmann Farms pecan orchards. The trees have grown over the roadway, making…

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