For many in New Mexico, higher education is no longer just a dream—it’s a reality, thanks to the state’s groundbreaking Opportunity Scholarship initiative making all public colleges and universities free up to a bachelor’s degree.

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Jan 30, 2025 · The City of Las Vegas and San Miguel County at a joint meeting last week agreed to pursue a joint powers agreement in regards to animal control, with the hope of creating a more equitable and efficient animal control process and animal shelter.

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High school football season may have ended without a blue trophy in Las Vegas this year, but eight of our local athletes have the chance this weekend to put the pads on one more time, surrounded by other fantastic players from around the state.

Jan 29, 2025 · A resolution passed by the city council aims to rebrand Las Vegas and encourage tourism; however, some are concerned they were not consulted prior to the rule being passed. During a regular city council meeting last month, the council approved Resolution 24-36, intended to help create an ...

A Las Vegas resident said she’s grateful to the community for its support after the home she was living in with six of her family members burned down Tuesday.However, given that the family lost everything in the fire, much is still needed to …