Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Las Cruces. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Joe Fields, the local athletic director, will appear in two Bulletin stories starting this week. An attendee praised Friday’s play at Rio Grande Theatre, and the Bulletin said home delivery may rotate to sample neighborhoods—those wanting constant home delivery should call the newsroom as free copies remain on newsstands. The Las Cruces Bulletin
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A small business owner in Las Cruces urged state lawmakers to adopt stronger data privacy rules to help local businesses compete with large tech firms. He said new community-first protections will give small companies a better chance ahead of the legislative session in Santa Fe. The Las Cruces Bulletin
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Jan. 20, 16 groups petitioned NMED and Gov. Lujan Grisham to increase transparency in reviewing Project Jupiter’s air quality permits in Santa Teresa - demanding longer comment periods, local public hearings, and bilingual disclosures to secure community input before proceeding. The Las Cruces Bulletin
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ La Piñon Sexual Assault Recovery Services in southern New Mexico is asking for $2 million in recurring state funds to sustain its Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners Program and other vital services in rural areas + nearly 6,000 survivors accessed these services in 2025. The Las Cruces Bulletin
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The NM State women’s tennis team lost 4-1 to the Air Force Academy at the NAU Tennis Center in Flagstaff on Saturday morning. The team will prepare for its next match against Texas State on Feb. 6 in San Marcos. The Las Cruces Bulletin
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Super 5 Sunday Road Race
8:30-11 a.m. — Centennial High School — Registration fee required — Celebrate Super Bowl Sunday with a fun-filled race event featuring 1 Mile, 5K, and 5 Mile options.
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Cupid's Chase 5K
9 AM – 3 PM — Mesilla Plaza — Participation Fee Required — Celebrate community while running for a cause supporting individuals with disabilities.
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DIY Natural Lotions Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Assembly Craft Studio — Workshop Fee Applies — Discover the art of creating nourishing lotions for your skin this winter.
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