Friday, April 10th, 2026
Good morning, Las Cruces. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local AI consultant Jerry Prochazka urges community leaders to secure guaranteed compute access from Project Jupiter as debates focus on water, emissions, pipeline approvals + air quality permits while LEDA negotiations continue to ensure benefits for local students and businesses. The Las Cruces Bulletin
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students in the Friends of Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks bike program learn bike safety and maintenance while building confidence to explore local trails. Funding from the Outdoor Equity Fund supports the effort to help underserved youth access Las Cruces' scenic outdoors (Edu). The Las Cruces Bulletin
- ➤ Las Cruces High School senior Anelise Elmquist has spent eight years growing her Kids Can art project after her mother suggested making cards, and she donates profits to Casa de Peregrino fundraisers while earning local recognition by placing second in the city art show and becoming a National Merit finalist. The Las Cruces Bulletin
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Julie Lowe-Sanchez leverages a lifetime of athletic experience from local soccer and softball as she competes in the Senior Olympics throwing events. After retiring from a demanding post office job, she now perfects her javelin and shot put techniques—using online tutorials to avoid injury. The Las Cruces Bulletin
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ASTC Boots & Bling Fundraiser
6 p.m. — New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum — Ticketed event — Enjoy dinner, dancing, and line dance lessons at this annual theatre fundraiser for NMSU Theatre Students.
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Neurodivergent Nights
6-9 p.m. — Museum of Nature & Science — Free entry — Experience a calm and welcoming environment tailored for neurodivergent individuals.
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4th Annual Mira! Las Cruces
Time TBD — Plaza De Las Cruces — Free entry — Celebrate culture, art, and community in a vibrant outdoor setting.
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La Viña Spring Wine Festival 2026
Noon-7 p.m. — La Viña Winery, Inc. — $30 admission — Sample over 20 exquisite wines at this annual celebration of spring.
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