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Tuesday, April 14th, 2026
Good morning, Las Cruces. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Bulletin is expanding its content mix with new Super Sections that cover sports, business, food, and more to deepen local storytelling. The Community Impact section debuts now in partnership with the Community Foundation to invite reader submissions and highlight local service initiatives. The Las Cruces Bulletin
- ➤ GECU partners with the Coalition for Family Economic Progress to expand free tax assistance through VITA for 2026 tax season in Las Cruces. The program now serves three locations with a new site at Munson Senior Center and returning sites at NMSU and the Thomas Branigan Library to assist households. The Las Cruces Bulletin
- ➤ The Amador Crossing project on Amador Avenue continues with construction of 50 one-bedroom and studio apartments at a cost of $350,000 each, with city staff stating the facility will have no enforced criteria — prompting discussions on integrating a structured support model similar to approaches seen in Colorado. The Las Cruces Bulletin
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ NMSU Philharmonic Orchestra will present free concerts on April 17 and April 18 as part of Research & Creativity Week, featuring classical masterworks, regional compositions, and original faculty projects — a celebration of the Borderlands’ artistic diversity. The Las Cruces Bulletin
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The New Mexico Environment Department will hold a public hearing soon on Project Jupiter, an AI data center proposed just outside Santa Teresa that plans to use two microgrids to produce about 500 tons of NOx per year, a level that could lead to more acid rain and higher ozone levels. The Las Cruces Bulletin
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The NM State women’s tennis team completed a perfect weekend in Missouri, winning a 4-2 match against St. Louis on Friday and a 5-2 match against Missouri State on Sunday. The team prepares for the Conference USA Tournament beginning April 15 in Murfreesboro. The Las Cruces Bulletin
- ➤ The Aggies swept the three-game series against UTEP at the NM State Softball Complex with wins of 8‑0, 8‑3, and 3‑0 — early scoring by Bachman and Burks powered their offense as the team combined strong pitching with timely hits. The Las Cruces Bulletin
- ➤ NM State baseball beat Western Kentucky 10-7 on Sunday at Nick Denes Field—improving the Aggies to 15-19 overall and 7-8 in Conference USA play with key contributions from Solorzano and Clizbe. The Las Cruces Bulletin
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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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