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On this edition of Images, we feature the interview with the executive director of the Jardin De Los Ninos, Irene Newlon.

Images 4/30/05: Irene Newlon

Las Cruces, NM – First Aired: 4/30/2005

On this edition of Images, we feature Irene Newlon, talking about the number of homeless kids there are in the city, what services they provide, what is still needed and some of the challenges people in the homeless community face every day that others may take for granted.

By Jodi Breisler

Having Fun, Raising Money For Camino

Las Cruces, NM – The Camino de Vida's Seventh Annual Red Ribbon Benefit raised approximately $46, 000 this weekend. Held in Las Cruces on Saturday night, over 300 people ate, drank, and bid on auction items. KRWG's Jodi Breisler sends this Audio Postcard.

By Marco Grajeda

New Mexico Gets Money for Highways

Las Cruces, NM – New Mexico is getting close to two billion dollars in the next five years to improve transportation. KRWG's Marco Grajeda has more.

By Marco Grajeda

Police Pick-Up Pic Quick Robber

Las Cruces, NM – Las Cruces Police arrested a twenty-seven-year-old El Paso man who couldn't control his thirst for free alcohol. KRWG's Marco Grajeda has this report.

By Bob Mitchell

State Land Commissioner Swaps Sides in Mining Debate

Las Cruces, NM – A high-ranking New Mexico official has changed his mind about a sand and gravel mine in Faulkner Canyon. Bob Mitchell has this report.

By Marco Grajeda

New Mexico Chile Under Attack

Las Cruces, NM – New Mexico chile generates millions of dollars to the state's economy- and is a must have for many tourists. As KRWG's Marco Grajeda reports, this year many chile plants also lured an unwanted consumer.

By Jodi Breisler

Demolition Marks Beginning of Revitalization Project

Las Cruces, NM – On Friday afternoon, construction crews demolished the north gate of Las Cruces' downtown mall. Jodi Breisler was there for the fanfare and reaction.

By Bob Mitchell

Residents Unite to Find Cure for Alzheimers

Las Cruces, NM – Alzheimers is the fourth-largest killer of adults in the U.S. As Robert Mitchell reports, Las Cruces residents are invited to help find a cure for the degenerative disease.

By Marco Grajeda

NMSU Astronomers Observe Our Galaxy

Las Cruces, NM – For several years New Mexico State University astronomers have explored a region far beyond our own galaxy. As KRWG's Marco Grajeda reports they're now preparing for a new mission- closer to home.

By Marco Grajeda

Forum to Foster Communication

Las Cruces, NM – New Mexico State University President Michael Martin met with university employees and members of the public at an open forum on Wednesday. As KRWG's Marco Grajeda reports many touchy issues were addressed at the forum.

By Bob Mitchell

Dispute Over Pay Raise

Las Cruces, NM – Despite the pleas of a former student, the Las Cruces School Board voted Tuesday to give Superintendent Louis Martinez a pay raise. Bob Mitchell has this report.

By Marco Grajeda

Pearce Seeks Opinions on Immigration Policy

Las Cruces, NM – For the second time this year U.S. Representative Steve Pearce is touring Southern New Mexico- this time to discuss immigration reform. KRWG's Marco Grajeda has this report.

By Bob Mitchell

Yes for Downtown Revitalization

Las Cruces, NM – The Las Cruces City Council voted Monday to move one step closer toward downtown revitalization. Bob Mitchell has this report on the discussion- that was a little heated at times.

By Marco Grajeda

Tourism Strong in New Mexico

Las Cruces, NM – New Mexico continues enchanting more and more tourists. As KRWG's Marco Grajeda reports tourism rates have increased continously for several years.

By Bob Mitchell

Millions to Patch Up Roads

Las Cruces, NM – Las Cruces and Silver City are one step closer to getting millions of dollars for road improvement projects. Bob Mitchell has this report.