In this episode of Making My Way South, we step outside our usual conversations and take a deep dive into a disturbing true crime case that has haunted a community for decades.

We explore the Las Cruces Bowling Alley Massacre, a brutal and still-unsolved crime that took place on the morning of February 10, 1990, in Las Cruces, New Mexico. What should have been a routine morning before opening hours turned into a nightmare involving extreme violence, unanswered questions, and an investigation filled with missing pieces. Throughout the episode, we walk through what happened, who was inside the bowling alley that morning, how the crime unfolded, and why this case remains one of the most unsettling cold cases in New Mexico history.

This story is not just shocking because of the violence involved, but because of how much still does not make sense decades later. We discuss the timeline, early investigative challenges, public speculation, possible connections to other crimes, and why justice has never been fully realized for the victims and survivors.

⚠️ Content Warning:
This episode contains discussion of violent crime, including gun violence and the deaths of adults and children. Listener discretion is strongly advised.

As always, Making My Way South is about sharing stories that matter, even when they are difficult to hear. Thank you for trusting us with this one.

This episode almost didn’t happen and we’re taking you right along for the ride. From technical recording issues that tested our patience to finally hitting record, this one starts with a very real behind-the-scenes look at podcast life.

We also catch up on how we celebrated Christmas, reflect on the season, and talk about what the holidays look like when you’re in the middle of planning a major life change. Then it’s back to business as we dive into the process of transferring my nursing license to New Mexico. What’s involved, what to expect, and why this step makes everything feel more real.

Plus, we’ve officially added Albuquerque to our upcoming road trip, along with a stay at the iconic ZAZZ Hotel, and we talk about why this stop made the cut and what we’re excited to explore next.

As always, this episode is part planning, part storytelling, and part figuring things out as we go. If you love honest conversations, road-trip dreams, and real-life transitions, this one’s for you.

**Please note, we understand the audio quality of this episode has some issues. We have ordered a new soundboard to combat this issue. Please bear with us through this episode!**

This week’s episode of Making My Way South is extra special because it is our final episode of 2025. We are closing out the year by diving deeper into New Mexico! We talk about White Sands National Park and why it is such a unique and unforgettable place, along with some of the wild and unexpected weather you can find in the desert, including haboobs.

We also share updates on our moving timeline and where things currently stand as we plan this next chapter of our lives. Along the way, we sprinkle in even more interesting facts, stories, and things we have learned while researching and daydreaming about what life could look like in the southwest!

Thank you for being part of this journey with us in 2025. Your support, listens, and shares mean more than you know. We cannot wait to see where 2026 takes us as we continue making our way south, one story and one mile at a time.