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Deming Daily Digest Sunday, May 03, 2026

Ty McDuffey

03 May 2026 — 1 min read

Ty's Take

Chip seal season is here again, which means the next few weeks are going to feel like your truck's suspension is getting a personal workout every time you head out to the ranch or over to Las Cruces. Luna County's got crews moving across several routes—it's necessary work, keeps the asphalt from falling apart in this heat—but it's also the time of year when you've got to slow down and watch for loose gravel, especially if you're pulling a trailer or carrying something valuable in the bed. The county knows what they're doing, but that doesn't make it any less of a headache when you're already running behind. Keep an eye on local postings for which roads are getting hit and when; a little patience now saves you from a bent rim or worse down the line.

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Chip Seal Projects Underway Across Luna County; Drivers Advised to Use Caution

The New Mexico Department of Transportation has launched chip seal operations on multiple roads throughout Luna County, with work crews active on weekdays through mid-afternoon. Motorists should exercise caution in the Deming area, as officials have already completed fog sealing work on NM 9...

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