Tuesday, February 4th, 2025

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Good morning, Las Cruces. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 4th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Academy Award-winning actress Helen Hunt will be honored with the "Outstanding Achievement in Entertainment" award at the 10th Las Cruces International Film Festival, where she will also participate in a Q&A session. Las Cruces Sun News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The New Mexico Minority Business Development Agency opened a new center in Las Cruces to provide minority-owned businesses with free consulting, educational resources, and support in securing loans and accessing procurement opportunities. Las Cruces Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Las Cruces representatives maintain influential roles in New Mexico's 2025 legislative session, serving on key committees that will shape state laws and budgets. The Las Cruces Bulletin
- ➤ New Mexico's Rep. Sarah Silva proposes House Bill 153 to broaden the definition of a journalist, encompassing bloggers and nonprofit news outlets, and to safeguard electronic communications from government surveillance. The Las Cruces Bulletin
- ➤ After 32 years of fire service to Doña Ana County, including roles from volunteer firefighter to Chief, Shannon Cherry has retired, with Deputy Chief Eric Crespin stepping in as interim chief. Las Cruces Sun News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Texas reports measles cases near the New Mexico border, prompting health officials to advise New Mexico residents to verify their vaccination status. Las Cruces Today
SPORTS NEWS
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Paranormal Cirque II in Las Cruces
Paranormal Cirque II offers a thrilling circus experience featuring paranormal themes and performances at Mesilla Valley Mall.
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Sip & Paint Experience at Amaro Winery
Enjoy a guided painting class with stencils and supplies included, alongside available food and drinks for purchase at Amaro Winery.
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The Museum Rocks! Gem & Mineral Show 2025
The NM Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum will host The Museum Rocks! Gem & Mineral Show, featuring a variety of gems and minerals on display and for sale.
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Bri Bagwell Live Show and Silent Auction
An evening featuring a silent auction, dinner, and a live performance by Bri Bagwell at the New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum.
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Lucky 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon in Las Cruces
The Lucky event returns to La Llorona Park, featuring a flat and fast course for the 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon, inviting participants to achieve personal records.
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