Warriors pound New Mexico St., 42-30 Nov 9, 2008
Greg Alexander passed for 288 yards and two touchdowns and Daniel Libre rushed for 88 yards and two scores to lift Hawai'i to a 42-30 victory over New Mexico State in a Western Athletic Conference football game today at Las Cruces, N.M.. Hawai'i is 5-5 overall and 4-3 in the WAC. New Mexico State is 3-6 and 1-4. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Coaching battle with bit of twist Nov 9, 2008
LAS CRUCES, N.M. Talk about degrees of separation. You wonder what is going through the minds of University of Hawai'i football coach Greg McMackin and his adversary, New Mexico State head coach Hal Mumme, today as their game within a game commences. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Warriors hope fortune shines Nov 9, 2008
The Warriors now can rotate Maka, Leonard, Fale Laeli, Keala Watson, Tuika Tufaga and Vaughn Meatoga at defensive tackle a key energy-conservation strategy for the breathtaking thin air in Las Cruces. McMackin also said Kealoha Pilares has recovered from a sprained right foot and will start at right slotback. (Honolulu Advertiser)
`Dogs Return to Action, Host Aggies Saturday Nov 9, 2008
The two teams last met in the WAC opener in Las Cruces back on Sept. 18 with the Aggies sweeping the `Dogs. Fresno State is currently in seventh place in the conference standings with four matches remaining. (Gobulldogs.com)
College Basketball Preview - Western Athletic Conference Nov 8, 2008
Utah State, Nevada, New Mexico State and Boise State all put up 12-4 conference records, but in the end it was the Aggies of USU who were slotted as the top seed in the annual WAC Tournament in Las Cruces ... Certainly there will be some growing pains in Las Cruces this season, but that doesn't mean this group won't be able to gel and take some steps in the right direction. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Warriors make offer to Texas prep safety Nov 8, 2008
Mickens, who will attend tomorrow's UH-New Mexico State game in nearby Las Cruces, N.M., as a guest of the Aggies, said he is being recruited by Colorado, Arkansas, Air Force, Arizona, Texas-El Paso and NMSU. ... in Las Cruces: 1-0-0. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Ags focused on being better Nov 8, 2008
The Broncos come into the game fresh off a 49-0 thrashing of New Mexico State last Saturday in Las Cruces. Boise State, which is 50-2 in WAC games since 2002, is either first or second in the league in 12 of the 17 statistical categories. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
AAA: Gas prices still tumbling Nov 8, 2008
The most expensive gas in New Mexico is in the Las Cruces area, where prices are averaging $2. 595, down 11 cents since last week. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
Warriors in El Paso prepare for NMSU Nov 8, 2008
In the teams only meeting in Las Cruces in 2006, UH scored 21 straight points in the fourth quarter to break open a close game and a 49-30 victory. In that game, Holbrook passed for 323 yards and three scores. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Kelly in striking distance Nov 7, 2008
Playing in the thin air of Las Cruces, N.M. Saturday, where the 4,000-foot elevation approximates what he was booming them at yesterday, presents a golden opportunity, under the right circumstances ... But slamming balls that almost seemed they could carry to the nearby Franklin Mountains yesterday stirred hope that he might find the right situation in Las Cruces because, "I'm pretty sure this will be my last game in thin air (for UH)," Kelly said. (Honolulu Advertiser)
• Broncos running game starting to dominate Nov 7, 2008
AP photoBoise State running back Ian Johnson emerges from a pack of New Mexico defenders for a gain in the first quarter last Saturday in Las Cruces, N.M.. Broncos running game starting to dominate By Dustin LaprayTimes-News correspondent BOISE - Run, pound, smashmouth, dominate. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Voters reject tax hike for spaceport Nov 6, 2008
4 kilometers) north of Las Cruces, N.M., is about $198 million, with a cap set for $225 million ... The new joint venture between Rocket Racing Inc. and Armadillo Aerospace of Mesquite, Texas, was announced last month at the in Las Cruces, where the Armadillo team won $350,000 in the NASA-sponsored moon lander contest. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Making a name for himself Nov 6, 2008
LAS CRUCES, N.M. New Mexico State football coach Hal Mumme was on a press conference roll, talking about the University of Hawai'i defense, when he abruptly halted, looked at a reporter from Honolulu and asked, "How do you say No. 94's name?" ... Curiously, Veikune is returning to Las Cruces, where he lived from junior high until his sophomore year of high school as an Aggie fan, before moving back to his birthplace and graduating from Campbell High ... To be sure they'd love to have this one... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Broncos hope to add to lengthy home win streak against Aggies Nov 6, 2008
Ranked 10th in the BCS after eight games, BSU is still undefeated in 2008 after dismantling New Mexico State in Las Cruces over the weekend in a 49-0 final. Except for allowing 32 points to nationally-ranked Oregon back on September 20th, the Broncos have surrendered double-digit points just one other time this season when they defeated San Jose State a couple weeks back by a score of 33-16. (FOX23.com, OK)
Spaceport Still On Track Despite Lack Of Support In Otero County Nov 6, 2008
Jenn Dombrowski-KFOX Las Cruces Bureau Reporter. POSTED: 8:36 pm MST November 5, 2008UPDATED: 9:22 pm MST November 5, 2008. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
A bit of sadness in Aggie-land Nov 5, 2008
LAS CRUCES, N.M. Nothing against current University of Hawai'i quarterbacks Greg Alexander and Inoke Funaki, you understand, but they miss Colt Brennan here ... That's why when it was announced which coach gave UH its only No. 1 vote in the regular-season ending USA Today/Coaches poll last December, it was hardly a surprise the ballot came with a Las Cruces return address. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Discount Tires opens new ABQ outlet Nov 5, 2008
Discount Tires has individual retail units in Clovis, Hobbs, Las Cruces, Farmington, Roswell and two in Santa Fe. Reader Comments. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
New Mexico votes on spaceport tax Nov 5, 2008
By Michelle KesslerPhoto: This artist rendering shows the design of an aerial view of Spaceport America, the state's commercial spaceport venture north of Las Cruces, N.M. Spaceport officials say the low-lying 100,000-square-foot hangar and terminal facility will have a minimal impact on the environment, resembling a rise in the landscape. (AP/New Mexico Spaceport Authority). (USA Today -- Tech)
McCain Supporters Still Strong In Dona Ana County Nov 5, 2008
Jenn Dombrowski-KFOX Las Cruces Bureau Reporter ... I think as far as being older, it just goes hopefully towards experience, said Adele Sanchez of Las Cruces ... It shows a huge progress in our country, said Joanna Beeson of Las Cruces. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Utah State Plays At No. 9 Boise State Saturday Nov 4, 2008
Boise State blasted New Mexico State, 49-0, on Saturday at Las Cruces, N.M. as BSU improved to 50-2 in WAC games since 2002. The Broncos, who won five-straight WAC titles until Hawai'i de-throned them last year, were the preseason WAC favorites in the media poll and second on the coaches poll behind Fresno State. (Utahstateaggies.com)
McMackin means business Nov 4, 2008
They are scheduled to work out in El Paso all week and make the 45-mile drive to Las Cruces, N.M., on game day before returning to El Paso. Silva sidelined. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Holloman to use advanced screening systems Nov 4, 2008
The systems were paid for by the and will be maintained by a contract with of Las Cruces for two years. The system, which will be used to detect hidden contraband, explosives, weapons, drugs and other items, takes approximately 45 seconds to run a full-size semi-tractor trailer through and can be set up at a permanent location or used as a mobile portal. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
ELECTION 2008: Four candidates seek vacated Supervisors seat Nov 4, 2008
Education/military: Master s degree in educational leadership, Northern Arizona University; bachelor of science degree from New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, N.M.. Employment history: Teacher in Coolidge, Elfrida and Douglas; school administrator in Douglas; superintendent in Elfrida; real estate sales for Sulphur Springs Realty and Bisbee Realty; Cochise County Board of Supervisors, eight years. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
Couple Indicted On Animal Cruelty Charges Nov 4, 2008
LAS CRUCES, N.M. -- A Mesilla couple stands accused of more than 100 counts of animal cruelty. An indictment charges Lester Boyse, 58, and Carol Boyse, 57, with 55 felony counts of extreme cruelty to animals and 52 misdemeanor counts of cruelty to animals. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
College Football Capsules (399) Nov 3, 2008
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (AP) Kellen Moore threw for 246 yards and three touchdowns, and Boise State's defense allowed just 150 yards and logged six sacks as the Broncos beat New Mexico. Boise State (8-0, 4-0 Western Athletic Conference) beat the Aggies 58-0 last season in Idaho and, after generating 495 total yards this time, simply kept things going a year later. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Florida St. fumbles win to Georgia Tech Nov 2, 2008
11 Boise St. 49, New Mexico St. 0: Kellen Moore threw for 246 yards and three touchdowns, and the defense allowed just 150 yards and logged six sacks for the Broncos (8-0, 4-0 WAC) at Las Cruces, N.M.. 12 TCU 44, UNLV 14: Andy Dalton threw three touchdown passes to lead the Horned Frogs (9-1, 6-0 Mountain West), who take a five-game win streak into its game at No. 10 Utah on Thursday. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Aggie Harriers Sweep WAC Cross Country Championships Nov 2, 2008
80 to lead the Aggie men to its fourth straight WAC Championship on Saturday in Las Cruces, N.M.. . (Utahstateaggies.com)
Ags sweep WAC competition Nov 2, 2008
Utah State is sure grateful she selflessly did as Johnson shined in her first race as an Aggie in several years Johnson did compete unattached twice this season placing third at the meet to lead her team to the WAC title Saturday in Las Cruces, N.M.. It just worked out perfectly, said Johnson, who entered the Missionary Training Center exactly two years from Saturday. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
• No. 11 Broncos throttle Aggies Nov 2, 2008
Boise State wide receiver Austin Pettis reaches the ball over the goal line on a touchdown pass defended by New Mexico State's Marvin Betts Saturday Nov. 1, 2008 in Las Cruces, N.M. (AP Photo/Darin Oswald, Idaho Statesman) ** MANDATORY CREDIT. No. 11 Broncos throttle Aggies By Tim KorteAssociated Press writer LAS CRUCES, N.M. - A big offensive performance. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
• No. 11 Boise State beats New Mexico State 49-0 Nov 2, 2008
No. 11 Boise State beats New Mexico State 49-0 By TIM KORTE LAS CRUCES, N.M. - A big offensive performance. A shutout by the defense. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Warriors hit the road for Utah State Nov 2, 2008
After the Utah State game, the Warriors will remain on the Mainland for next Saturday s contest with New Mexico State in Las Cruces, N.M.. Article Rating. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Bart's Blog: Dont Know Why Nov 2, 2008
There is little explanation as to why Boise State has to make it interesting every time they take a trip to Las Cruces ... Much like the late night taco truck in downtown Boise on a busy Saturday night, a victory in Las Cruces is a long fought battle of waiting time. (BroncoCountry.com)
Giuliani Rallies For McCain In Mesilla Nov 2, 2008
I think that's really ground breaking, said Heather Lang, of Las Cruces ... I think that by me being here today is going to further state to the people of Las Cruces and Dona Ana that I do want their vote, and that the Democratic Party wants their vote. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
• No what-ifs for Boise State coach Nov 1, 2008
No what-ifs for Boise State coach By TIM KORTE LAS CRUCES, N.M. - Boise State coach Chris Petersen isn't talking about the what-ifs ... Besides, there's an outside chance the heavily favored Broncos could trip in Las Cruces. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
• Broncos aiming to withstand Aggies' Air Raid Nov 1, 2008
The sun will surely be out in Las Cruces. Special options are available to registered members. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Aggies Present Matchup Problems for Broncos Nov 1, 2008
Add in the fact that the 2006 Boise State team, far more respected in the nation than this year's Broncos, had to struggle in Las Cruces before finally winning 40-28. Boise State will try to atone for a poor performance two years ago in Las Cruces, New Mexico when the Broncos challenge New Mexico State tonight ... He also has 15 touchdowns in his four years at Las Cruces and recorded 81 receptions last season. (BroncoCountry.com)
Utah State Cross Country Heads To WAC Championships Oct 31, 2008
Aggie men set to defend title while women hope to reclaim conference crown at Las Cruces, N.M. ... LOGAN, Utah - Utah State men and women's cross country teams head to Las Cruces, N.M., for the Western Athletic Conference championships Saturday, Nov. 1. (Utahstateaggies.com)
Bulldogs Ranked Second in Pre-Championship Poll Oct 31, 2008
The Fresno State women's team is ranked fifth going into Saturday's WAC Championship race in Las Cruces, N.M. ... The Bulldogs will compete at the WAC Championship on Saturday, Nov. 1 in Las Cruces, N.M.. (Gobulldogs.com)
Dr. James Luther Young Oct 30, 2008
and his doctorate degree in administration of higher learning from New Mexico State University in Las Cruces, N.M.. He began his teaching career at Grand Valley High School in Collbran, Colo. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Utah Golf Ties For 14th At Herb Wimberly Oct 29, 2008
LAS CRUCES, N.M. - The University of Utah golf team tied for 14th place at the Herb Wimberly Intercollegiate Tuesday in Las Cruces, N.M. The Utes ended the tournament with a total combined score of 866 (304, 290, 292). (San Diego, Calif. (Utahutes.com)
Men's & Women's Harriers Both Picked To Win 2008 WAC Championship Oct 29, 2008
The 2008 Western Athletic Conference Cross Country Championships will take place at the New Mexico State Golf Course in Las Cruces, New Mexico on Saturday, Nov. 1. The women's 5K will begin at 10 a.m., followed by the men's 8K.. (Utahstateaggies.com)
WSU Men's Golf Finishes Tied for Sixth at Wimberly Intercollegiate Oct 29, 2008
Las Cruces, N.M. - The Washington State men's golf team finished in a three-way tie for sixth place after the final round of play at the par-71, 7,078-yard New Mexico State University Golf Course ... Herb Wimberly Intercollegiate Oct. 27-28, 2008 New Mexico State University Golf Course; Las Cruces, N.M. Par-71, 7,078-yards Final Results. (Pac-10.org)
Air Force Ties for 12th Place at Herb Wimberly Intercollegiate Oct 29, 2008
LAS CRUCES, N.M. - Turning in its best round on the final day of competition, the Air Force golf team finished tied for 12th place at the Herb Wimberly Intercollegiate, hosted by New Mexico State at the par-71 NMSU Golf Course. The Falcons fired a 1-under-par 283 in the final round on Tuesday, bringing their total for the tournament to 879 (+27). (Airforcesports.com)
Rent-A-Centers profit rises in Q3 Oct 29, 2008
It has eight locations in the Albuquerque area, two in Las Cruces and one in Santa Fe. When assessing expectations for the 2009 fiscal year, Rent-A-Center anticipates revenue in the $2. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
Defined Fitness opens club in Farmington Oct 29, 2008
The company told the Business Weekly earlier this year it has plans for major expansion, with three new gyms planned in Albuquerque and possible new locations in Colorado Springs, Santa Fe, Los Lunas and Las Cruces. Defined also acquired two new franchises this year that will open at its Juan Tabo and Candelaria location in Albuquerque. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
Rams clobber Gallup again Oct 29, 2008
Las Cruces and Eldorado were 1-2. Copyright. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Spinoffs expected from suborbital vehicle work Oct 28, 2008
LAS CRUCES, N.M. - The development of commercial suborbital space vehicles should lead eventually to businesses such as commercial hypersonic point-to-point air travel and low-cost launches to low Earth orbit, according to spaceship builders, venture capitalists and other entrepreneurs who gathered here October 22-23 to take part in the International Symposium for Personal and Commercial Spaceflight. The key to making those businesses profitable will be achieving safe, affordable and reliable... (MSNBC -- Politics)
WSU Men Tied for Third at Herb Wimberly Intercollegiate Oct 28, 2008
Las Cruces, New Mexico- Washington State University's men's golf team finished in a tie for third place after playing two rounds today at the par-71, 7,078-yard New Mexico State University Golf Course ... New Mexico State University Golf Course; Las Cruces, New Mexico. (Pac-10.org)
Falcons Wrap Up Day One at Herb Wimberly Intercollegiate Oct 28, 2008
LAS CRUCES, N.M. - With two rounds in the books, the Air Force golf team is in 15th place at the Herb Wimberly Intercollegiate, hosted by New Mexico State at the par-71 NMSU Golf Course. Going into the final round, the Falcons sit at 28 strokes-over-par (596). (Airforcesports.com)
Candidates duel over Western swing states Oct 26, 2008
" Obama spent most of the day in Nevada, which has five electoral votes up for grabs, before heading to an evening appearance in Albuquerque. Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa is to visit Nevada today to help Obama get out the Latino vote, which could be the deciding factor there, as well as in New Mexico and Colorado. McCain held a second rally in Mesilla - a suburb of Las Cruces, the state's second largest city - where he again emphasized what he called a home-court advantage in the West.... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
John McCain Attracts Hundreds To Mesilla Rally Oct 26, 2008
"I think McCain's not missing anything; he's got everything on the ball," said Laura Smart, of Las Cruces. During a one-on-one interview with McCain he mentioned how important New Mexico will be in this presidential race. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Rocket Racing Inc., Armadillo Aerospace and New Mexico Create Joint Venture to Launch Private Suborbital Space Transportation Business Oct 25, 2008
With a goal of sending adventurers into suborbital space with a target price of $100,000 per ticket or less, the three companies unveiled plans to field a fleet of reusable Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) vehicles (RLV) that will take flight from Spaceport America near Las Cruces, New Mexico. Each ship is slated to provide a cabin where passengers can float weightless with a 360-degree view of space. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
#12 Broncos Wear Down San Jose State 33-16 Oct 25, 2008
The Broncos head to Las Cruces, New Mexico next Saturday for a battle with New Mexico State. Related Stories. (BroncoCountry.com)
Both Presidential Candidates, Supporters Head To New Mexico Oct 25, 2008
"They do care about us, so it feels good to see them in New Mexico," Las Cruces resident Artie Chavez said. University of Texas El Paso political science professor Gregory Rocha said New Mexico's battleground status is why both presidential hopefuls are courting the state, even though it offers only five electoral votes. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Countdown to Election Day Oct 24, 2008
McCain in New Mexico (Albuquerque, Las Cruces). Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama in Nevada (Reno, Las Vegas) and New Mexico (Albuquerque). (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Utah To Compete In Herb Wimberly Intercollegiate Oct 24, 2008
Utes travel to Las Cruces, N.M. ... - The University of Utah golf team returns to action at the Herb Wimberly Intercollegiate, Oct. 27-28 in Las Cruces, N.M., at the New Mexico State University Golf Course. (Utahutes.com)
Las Cruces Home Explodes; Cause Unknown Oct 24, 2008
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico -- An $850,000 home in Las Cruces exploded early Thursday morning, leveling the property. "In 25 years of journalism and P.R., I've never seen anything like this," Dona Ana County spokesman Jess Williams said. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Roger Coxs long and winding road leads to Paa-Ko Oct 23, 2008
Despite the residential downturn, the company is embarking on one of the state s largest subdivisions The Waterfall in Las Cruces. Cox is planning 1,200 homes in a mixed-use project on Interstate 10 in the city s northeast heights. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
Diabetic Eye Disease Screening Made Available To Las Cruces Oct 23, 2008
Jenn Dombrowski-KFOX Las Cruces Bureau Reporter ... LAS CRUCES, N.M. -- The New Mexico Department of Health and the University of New Mexico are teaming up to deliver technology to Las Crucens living with diabetes and the threat of blindness ... A high resolution camera placed in Las Cruces will allow low income residents to take pictures of their retinas and transmit those images to UNM for analysis and possible treatment. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
NASA Holds Lunar Lander Competition Oct 22, 2008
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration's 2008 Northrop Grumman Lunar Lander Challenge will be Friday and Saturday at Las Cruces International Airport in New Mexico. "Teams must fly their vehicle, simulating a takeoff and landing on the moon and repeat the task in a limited period of time," NASA said. (SkyAndTelescope.com)
Heavily Democratic N.M. remains in play Oct 22, 2008
Miles Tucker, a 20-year-old student at New Mexico State University in Las Cruces, is a first-time voter and an Obama donor who said he is among those urging political engagement on campus this fall ... Tucker said McCain supporters aren't hard to find in Las Cruces, where social conservatives appreciate, for example, his opposition to abortion rights. (AZCentral -- News)
Attorney General Proposes Ban On Alcoholic Caffeinated Beverages Oct 22, 2008
Jenn Dombrowski-KFOX Las Cruces Bureau Reporter ... LAS CRUCES, N.M. -- New Mexico Attorney General Gary King is proposing a ban on caffeinated alcoholic drinks in the state to reduce underage drinking ... The orange and the blue they look exactly the same but some of them say contains alcohol, said Kelly Hubbard of Las Cruces, comparing cans of energy drinks to those with alcohol. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Lunar Challenge set for Las Cruces Oct 21, 2008
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WAC still pulling for Warriors Oct 20, 2008
8 in Las Cruces), can enhance their chances while taking UH's down a notch. They share the Boise crowd's sentiments, but are in a position to do something about it. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Palin Introduces 'Ed the Dairyman' Oct 20, 2008
Palin's visit to Roswell came two days after Democratic vice presidential candidate Joe Biden appeared at a rally at the Mesilla plaza near Las Cruces, also in southern New Mexico. 2008 Associated Press. (Newsmax)
