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Some concerned spaceport falling short of economic expectations

Spaceport America in southern New Mexico.
Jonny Coker
Spaceport America in southern New Mexico.

With Virgin Galactic launching commercial space flights out of Spaceport America, supporters say the publicly funded spaceport could help the region become one of the top markets for the aerospace industry, but some in the surrounding communities aren’t so convinced. KRWG's Jonny Coker has the story.

Also, this week on Puentes, Emily Guerra spoke with Animal Companions of Las Cruces Founder and Chair, Dr. Dawn Duncan, about their accomplishments and challenges.

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