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A recent test found arsenic levels that significantly exceed government standards in Sunland Park and Santa Teresa. Officials are working on improvements to arsenic treatment plants there. Continue Reading
Days before Democratic primary voters will nominate a candidate to appear on the November ballot for Doña Ana County district attorney, challenger James Dickens is accusing incumbent Mark D’Antonio of accepting an illegal loan to help fund his campaign. Continue Reading
We can no longer stand idly by while the abusive powers utilize this country’s grandeur and influence to further their own end. Continue Reading
The fewer voters who turn out, the less likely citizen interests will prevail. Continue Reading
Efforts to get county and state governments to help haven’t brought the road improvements many residents say they need. Legal issues and money are among the roadblocks the community has encountered. But Vado residents, with CAFé’s assistance, may have recently found help elsewhere. Continue Reading
The Secretary of State’s Office is investigating two complaints filed in the Doña Ana County Democratic primary race for district attorney, which has, thus far, largely been characterized by mudslinging. Continue Reading
Attacks aside, one notable fact that sets the candidates apart is challenger James Dickens’ massive fundraising lead over incumbent Mark D’Antonio. Continue Reading
Thousands of people from the Borderlands showed up to Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders’ rally. Continue Reading
Local supporters of the Democratic presidential candidate said his visit presented a chance to reach Latino voters. And some residents of Vado saw an opportunity to shine light on the community’s needs. Continue Reading
This Memorial Day, we invite you to honor all of those who fought, and are still fighting, for our freedom to participate in democracy by casting your vote. Continue Reading
Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders added a third stop to his New Mexico campaign trip late Wednesday, announcing he will hold a public rally in Vado — a rural community in Southern Doña Ana County — on Saturday. Continue Reading
The director of Doña Ana County’s jail now faces only a misdemeanor charge and will return to work Monday after a grand jury declined to indict him Thursday on the last felony charge he faced. Continue Reading
The most serious criminal charges against Chris Barela, the director of the Doña Ana County Detention Center, have been dropped, at least for now. Continue Reading
It is the County Clerk’s mission to provide fair access to all eligible voters to get registered and exercise their right to vote. Continue Reading
Three of four seats that gave Republicans control of the N.M. House of Representatives in 2014 are located partially or entirely in Doña Ana County — and if filing day is any indication, the county promises to once again factor heavily into the 2016 battles for control of the House and Senate. Continue Reading