The town of Hot Springs, New Mexico changed its name in 1950 to what?

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On March 31, 1950, the town of Hot Springs changed their name to Truth or Consequences -- named after the then radio program hosted by Ralph Edwards. Dec 05 01, 1:51 PM

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Ralph Edwards was the host of a radio show called 'Truth or Consequences.' It was the show's 10th anniversary in 1950, and he wanted to find a way to honor this event. So, Edwards offered to broadcast the show from any city that would change its name to Truth or Consequences. Some people in Hot Springs, in southwestern New Mexico, thought it was a good idea, so they held a special election and residents voted in favor of the name change. On April 1, 1950, Ralph Edwards hosted his radio show, 'Truth or Consequences' from Truth or Consequences, New Mexico. The town also held a big celebration. Every year since then, Edwards returned to Truth or Consequences to host the annual celebration, or fiesta, which is now named after him. Dec 05 01, 3:47 PM

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