Good morning, Las Cruces.

The New Mexico Supreme Court voided Mawu Ekon Revels' first-degree murder conviction from a 2021 Las Cruces house party shooting on April 7—sending his case back to district court for new sentencing and a possible retrial after judges ruled aggravated assault cannot be used as the predicate felony for murder.

Peter Ney, known for his work from New York to Hollywood, filmed his debut feature film 3 entirely in southern New Mexico using local investors and a tax incentive.

The movie, which tells a story of love and unexpected change, will premiere at the Las Cruces International Film Festival on Saturday, April 12th at 1:30 p.m.—marking his first full-length film as director.

The Las Cruces International Film Festival began today and will run through Sunday, April 13.

A Star Trek: Boldly Going from Script to Screen panel will take place at the Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Main St., from 2—3:30 p.m. on April 12 featuring actors Michelle Hurd and Wilson Cruz with writers and producers sharing behind-the-scenes details.

During National Public Health Week from April 7 to 13, NMDOH celebrated public health workers for their work to keep people safe with the theme It Starts Here — Your Health is Our Mission.

Director Esperanza Lucero said the agency uses care and science to protect New Mexicans.

Ticket to Learning

10-11 a.m. — Las Cruces Railroad Museum — Check event page for cost — Discover the joys of learning at the NEW 'Ticket to Learning' program merging storytelling and trains.

Las Cruces Pecan Festival Painting Event

4-5:30 p.m. — Hospitality Tent/Beer Garden — $30/person, excludes drink/food — Unleash your creativity with guided painting while enjoying local pecans.

April El Camino Mercado Show

6:30-10 p.m. — El Camino — Tickets are nonrefundable — Experience an evening of diverse musical performances in a vibrant community setting.

Power of the Purse Fundraiser

4-8 p.m. — New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum — Support local initiatives — Enjoy a fun-filled evening at the annual Power of the Purse fundraiser benefiting Turning Point of Las Cruces.

Alma d' Arte Spanish Market

May 2-4 — Alma d' Arte Charter High School — Free entry — Discover the vibrant cultural art from Spanish New Mexico at this world-class Spanish Colonial Art Market.