Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of April.
Good morning, Las Cruces.
🎭 Culture
Las Cruces Symphony Orchestra will close its season spanning 2024 to 2025 with two concerts at Atkinson Recital Hall — the first on Saturday, April 12 at 7:30 p.m. and the second on Sunday, April 13 at 3 p.m. The program will feature Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5, Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 5 and a youth performance of Hovhaness’ Psalm and Fugue for String Orchestra as guest conductor Scott Lucas previews next season.
🏛️ Government
The Las Cruces International Airport presented a draft master plan today that calls for runway extensions, terminal renovations and parking expansion.
The plan will use FAA grants + state funds with a small city match and will be submitted for council approval at the next meeting.
🏥 Health
Measles cases in New Mexico rose to 54—52 in Lea County and two in Eddy County, mostly among unvaccinated residents.
Health officials said the increase was gradual and urged anyone with fever or rash to contact their doctor.
📰 Real Estate
The spring home market in Las Cruces has shown strength with Q1 data revealing 4.4 months of inventory and a slight rise in list prices that keep it a steady seller's market.
Buyers should check high interest rates often + work with their realtor and lender to secure the best deal.
🎉 Las Cruces Events
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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.
🏠 Las Cruces Real Estate
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