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Good morning, Las Cruces. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of March.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Mountainview Regional Medical Center launches its annual Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive to support Casa de Peregrinos Emergency Food Pantry and combat hunger in Las Cruces, aiming to exceed last year's collection of over 2,300 jars.  The Las Cruces Bulletin
  • Susan Morée joins the Las Cruces Bulletin as managing editor, bringing over a decade of journalism experience, including a focus on environmental reporting and local news in New Mexico.  The Las Cruces Bulletin
  • University Avenue at NM 101 will be closed through mid- to late April 2025 due to construction delays, with specific detour routes recommended for affected traffic.  The Las Cruces Bulletin

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • I-10 westbound in Las Cruces is closed at exit 132 due to poor visibility from blowing dust, with no specified reopening time.  The Las Cruces Bulletin

CRIME NEWS

  • Joel Arciniega-Saenz was convicted of first-degree murder for the brutal killing of James Garcia, found guilty after a trial that scrutinized his mental competency.  The Las Cruces Bulletin
  • Las Cruces police are searching for Luciano Roman Valente Frias, suspected in a fatal shooting at a drive-in restaurant following an argument with the victim, Benjamin Hernandez.  The Las Cruces Bulletin

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The Bureau of Land Management's annual Plan My Future Career Expo drew over 1,400 middle and high school students in Las Cruces to explore various career opportunities.  The Las Cruces Bulletin

HEALTH NEWS

  • Memorial Medical Cancer Center, the only facility with CoC accreditation in Southern New Mexico since 2011, continues to meet high standards for cancer care.  The Las Cruces Bulletin

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Archer Oh Live Performance

    Archer Oh will perform live with special guests at El Camino in Las Cruces on March 8, 2025.

    Sat, 3/8/25

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  • Ashes to Amber Live Performance with Special Guests

    Experience a live performance by Ashes to Amber and special guests at El Camino in Las Cruces.

    Sun, 3/9/25

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  • Live Music Night with Don Luxe and Special Guests

    The event features a live music performance by Don Luxe alongside special guests at El Camino in Las Cruces.

    Mon, 3/10/25

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  • March El Camino Mercado Show

    The March El Camino Mercado Show features a combination of local live music from three bands and a vendor market, fostering community support for local artists in Las Cruces.

    Thu, 3/20/25

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  • Kunstmesse Las Cruces: Celebration of Local and International Art

    This vibrant arts fair showcases the creativity of local artists and features an eclectic mix of paintings and artistic talent from New Mexico and beyond.

    Sat, 3/22/25

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  • Hearts for Autism Run

    7:30 AM — Mayfield High School — Registration fee applies — Participate in a community-focused event promoting autism awareness through a fun run.

    Sat, 3/29/25

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