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Luna seeking equity with legislative funding

In an effort to pursue quality, equitable education for northeastern New Mexico, Luna Community College has identified six priority projects and is requesting legislative funding for implementation.

Published: Thursday January 26 2023 10:02AM

Las Vegas Optic

Legislation aims to further fund Vegas recovery center

A bill introduced at the New Mexico Legislature earlier this month would send $1.3 million to Las Vegas’ inpatient drug treatment facility that has been in progress since early 2021, to help fund “integrated substance use disorder programs,” according to the text of the bill.

Published: Thursday January 26 2023 10:01AM

Las Vegas Optic

by: Ryan Lowery

Drug charges filed against man connected to death of Cindy Rivera

A man awaiting trial on kidnapping charges in the 2012 disappearance and death of Cindy “Tig” Rivera now faces charges in connection with an alleged plot to sneak narcotics into the county jail.

Published: Thursday January 26 2023 10:00AM

Las Vegas Optic

Mayor gives ‘State of the City’ address

Mayor Louie Trujillo held his annual State of the City address at last week’s city council meeting, highlighting the accomplishments of the city over the past year, as well as how Las Vegas has overcome the challenges caused by the largest wildfire in New Mexico history.

Published: Thursday January 26 2023 09:59AM

Las Vegas Optic

by: Danielle Prokop

City Schools seeks $1.1 million in school improvements from lawmakers

‘Tis the season for Roundhouse requests. The 60-day legislative session is in full swing, and cities, counties, and school districts are preparing wish lists of projects and programs as record oil and gas revenues buoy the budget to historic highs.

Published: Thursday January 26 2023 09:58AM

Las Vegas Optic

by: Danielle Prokop

Family sues student, LVCS district, middle school principal and teacher in bullying allegations

Editor’s Note: This story contains descriptions of sexual assault from a previous incident that could be disturbing to readers. Discretion is advised.

Published: Thursday January 26 2023 09:56AM

Las Vegas Optic

by: Submitted to the Optic

Local musicians celebrated at Hispano Music Awards

On Jan. 14, 2023, the New Mexico Hispano Music Association held the 31st Annual Hispano Music Awards Ceremony at the Ohkay Casino in Espanola, N.

Published: Thursday January 26 2023 09:50AM

Las Vegas Optic

by: Ryan Lowery

Man accused of battery on an officer, aggravated assault against motorist

A man arrested for allegedly fleeing law enforcement officers is now charged with attempting to run another motorist off the road in a separate incident.

Published: Thursday January 26 2023 09:45AM

Las Vegas Optic

by: Ryan Lowery

Child hospitalized following DWI crash

A Santa Rosa man is facing felony charges in connection to a rollover crash that sent a child to the hospital with life-threatening injuries, police said.

Published: Thursday January 19 2023 10:42AM