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New Leadership Elected for Doña Ana County Commission

Christopher Schaljo-Hernandez has been reelected as chairperson of the Doña Ana County Board of County Commissioners, with Susana Chaparro stepping up as the new vice chair. The election, held on January 14th, came after a contested vote where Schaljo-Hernandez won the chairmanship by a narrow margin, supported by Chaparro and Commissioner Manuel Sanchez. Commissioner Shannon Reynolds was nominated for the chair role but lost 3-2, later abstaining from the vote for vice chair, which Chaparro won unchallenged. This leadership change, affecting the county which includes parts of Mesilla and Las Cruces among other communities, sets the stage for the board's operations through 2025.

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Conviction in April 2024 Mesilla Homicide

Oscar Renee Sandoval of Chaparral, N.M., was convicted of first-degree murder and aggravated assault for the April 2024 killing of his wife, Shiereen Al-Jibury, in Mesilla. The jury reached their verdict on Jan. 15, finding Sandoval guilty of fatally shooting Al-Jibury in front of witnesses as she tried to escape his vehicle. Following the shooting, Sandoval was arrested a week later in Ciudad Juárez and has been detained at the Doña Ana County Detention Center. He now faces a potential life sentence, with sentencing scheduled in the coming months. The trial, anticipated to last five days, concluded in just three.

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A Family Legacy Flourishes with Madelyn's Café in Mesilla

In Mesilla, a quaint café named Madelyn's stands as a tribute to two-year-old Madelyn Davies, representing a seven-generation Las Cruces family's heritage. Owned and operated by the Davies and May families, it offers a unique menu that avoids duplicating the local Mexican fare by featuring homemade pizzas, baked goods, and a signature coffee blend. The café, which opened last October, is part of the family's long tradition in the restaurant industry, and plans are already underway to expand Madelyn's to include evening hours with beer, wine, and live music. Located near historic landmarks, it symbolizes a new beginning for the family while honoring their roots. Madelyn’s demonstrates a blend of culinary passion and family legacy, inviting patrons to be part of their ongoing story.

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