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Las Cruces Delays City Operations Start Due to Icy Roads

KVIA••Yvonne Suarez
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The City of Las Cruces is postponing the start of non-emergency operations to 10 a.m. on Monday due to anticipated icy road conditions. This delay does not affect warming stations, which will remain operational until January 29. Key facilities providing warmth include the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library and the Meerscheidt Recreation Center. Essential services such as the 911 dispatch, police, and fire departments will continue functioning as usual, while the Roadrunner Transit system will maintain its regular schedule. Residents should plan accordingly and utilize warming stations if needed.

Key Details: • City facilities open at 10 a.m. on Monday. • Warming stations available until January 29. • Warming station locations include Thomas Branigan Memorial Library and Meerscheidt Recreation Center. • Emergency services remain operational. • Roadrunner Transit operates on a regular schedule.

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