Story by Merge Staff  The mornings are early  In the early morning hours while most students and faculty are still nestled under the covers of their beds, the New Mexico State University custodial staff is clocked into work and preparing buildings, offices and classrooms for the busy day ahead. A typical day for a member [...]

Story by Merge Staff The Preston Contemporary Art Center of Mesilla celebrates its last showcase before closing its doors permanently at the end of February. In July 2008, Tinsley Preston of Chicago decided to fund an art gallery in the Las Cruces area with the intent of showcasing contemporary artists worldwide.  With the help of business [...]

Story by Merge staff Whether you are visitors from out of town or have never experienced it yourself, you have been missing out on the Las Cruces Farmers Market, one of the largest and most popular forms of entertainment in the area. Every Wednesday and Saturday, the Downtown Mall area is packed with musicians, crafts [...]

Story by Merge staff With his 13th double-double of the season and 40th of his career, Aggie senior Wendel McKines joined the rare 1,000 point and rebound club at New Mexico State University. Only Aggie great Sam Lacey shares the same feat. Mckines, who led the Aggies with 20 points and 14 rebounds on the [...]