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Friday, April 17th, 2026
Good morning, Las Cruces. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ New Mexico State University will stage 'Into the Woods' from April 23 through May 3 at ASNMSU Center for the Arts (performances on Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m. and a Sunday matinee at 2 p.m.). The student-driven musical, directed by Lisa Hermanson, brings fairy tale characters to the stage. The Las Cruces Bulletin
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Anne Nauman, who has climbed Mt. Charleston each birthday since 65, now power walks in Las Cruces’ Dona Ana Senior Olympics. She pushes her limits and seeks more peers to join the competition (she turns 99 in October). 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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Blessing of the Fields - 26th Anniversary
10-11 a.m. — New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum — Free entry — Celebrate tradition with a vibrant procession at the annual Blessing of the Fields.
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