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Alamogordo Daily Digest Friday, May 15, 2026

Ty McDuffey

15 May 2026 — 1 min read

Ty's Take

The news that CHRISTUS Health picked up top marks for safety isn't the kind of headline that makes people sit up straight, but in a town where Holloman's flight surgeons and White Sands' medical protocols set the bar pretty high, it matters that the civilian hospital is keeping pace. Healthcare here isn't abstract—it's the place folks trust when the training accidents happen, when the desert heat catches up with you, when you need someone who knows what they're doing at three in the morning. That kind of consistency, that kind of discipline in a hospital, is the quiet backbone that lets the rest of us sleep better.

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CHRISTUS Health in Alamogordo earns top grade in safety

CHRISTUS Health in Alamogordo has earned an A grade from the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade organization, demonstrating excellence across 30 national safety performance measures. The spring 2026 recognition reflects the hospital's strong commitment to patient safety standards.

Alamogordo Police Logs

David Aguirre Jr. was summoned to municipal court on two counts of battery following an ongoing investigation by the Alamogordo Police Department. The case is scheduled to proceed through the local court system.

Harry Montoya: Heinrich, Lujan should reconsider federal tax credit

A local resident is calling on U.S. Senators Heinrich and Lujan to reconsider a proposed bill that would eliminate a $1,700 federal tax credit for charitable donations. The 'Keep Public Funds in Public Schools Act' has drawn criticism from those who support the current tax incentive.

Tularosa softball bests Sandia Prep at state tournament

The Tularosa Wildcats softball team defeated Sandia Prep in the consolation round of the Class 3A state tournament in Albuquerque on May 13. The team rebounded after a slow start to secure the victory.

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