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🌱 What did Alamogordo commissioners decide on Hernandez, the golf course, and bills?

Coming up on the Alamogordo Patch calendar: Vfast Golf Tournament

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In today's newsletter:

  • What did Alamogordo commissioners decide on Hernandez, the golf course, and bills?
  • How can Alamogordo's Tigers bounce back after tough district openers?
  • Which Alamogordo gas stations currently have some of New Mexico's lowest prices?

Also on today's calendar: Vfast Golf Tournament and 10 more events.

And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Ken F.!

Today's riddle: Do you know what the two sides of a circle are? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 78 and low of 61 degrees.
  • Friday: A stray afternoon t-shower, temps: high: 80, low: 57.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny, with a high of 86 and low of 58 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

📰 News we're reading

• Alamogordo Commission Drops Conduct Complaint Against Hernandez on a Split Vote, Awards Golf Course Contract (town.news) — Alamogordo city commissioners have dropped a conduct complaint against Commissioner Alfonso Hernandez and moved to contract out management of Desert Lakes Golf Course, decisions that could affect city finances and services. They also discussed keeping Bonito Lake open for fishing, rising PNM electric bills, upcoming natatorium bids, and other issues that shape daily life for Alamogordo residents.
   

• Centennial Sweeps Alamogordo in District Soccer Openers (town.news) — Alamogordo High School's boys and girls soccer teams both dropped their district openers to Centennial, with the Tigers losing 5–0 and the Lady Tigers 8–0. The boys now head to Organ Mountain on Thursday, while the Lady Tigers return home that same day, giving local fans a quick chance to support a rebound effort.
   

• Cheapest gas stations in New Mexico (gpkmedia.com) — Several Alamogordo gas stations, including Maverik, Murphy Express, Valero, and Speedway, are among the cheapest fuel options currently listed in New Mexico, with regular prices around $4.01 to $4.03 per gallon. If you're watching your budget, these local stations on US‑54, US‑70, and White Sands Boulevard may offer some of the best deals nearby.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Several weeks ago, I posted on here about not seeing the street sweeper in several years.
    And after some street maintenance there was a lot of rocks left on the sides of the road. I sent a message to public works and asked about the street… (Nextdoor Camino Real)
  • Hi people, I think someone's grocery delivery ended up on my front porch.
    So, if someone ordered a 16lb bag of dog food and a few other items, please contact me 575-921-1060…Donna (Nextdoor Blind area)
  • Home Depot (Retail) posted a job opening for Customer Service/Sales in Alamogordo. Apply here.
  • Sonic posted a job opening for Overnight Crew Member in Alamogordo. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Alamogordo here.

🗞 Nearby News

Ruidoso

  • Wingfield Heritage House Museum 2nd Anniversary Celebration — Village of Ruidoso Municipal Government (ruidoso-nm.gov)
  • Midland College second team ties for sixth in Ruidoso (star-telegram.com)
  • New Mexico braces for flash floods as rain hits roads (lcsun-news.com)

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The inside and the outside ! (Thank you James M. for sending it in!)
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