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Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Las Cruces. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ ¡Mira! Las Cruces is hosting its fourth lucha libre show today, where veteran wrestlers Magno and Rey Escorpion energize a free, family-friendly event featuring culture, food and music — drawing local residents and visitors together. The celebration highlights the enduring local passion for dynamic community entertainment. The Las Cruces Bulletin
- ➤ Filming for the action film ‘Barracuda’ began in Las Cruces in early April and will continue into the summer—scenes shot near the international airport and border crossings led to road closures. Meanwhile, the city seeks return of $1.3 million in public funds from a terminated 828 Productions partnership. Las Cruces Sun News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Aliyah Salas won her second state title at the NMAA Powerlifting Championships today with a record-breaking 205-pound bench press and an 840-pound total in the 198-pound division — her final high school competition before she joins the U.S. Air Force. The Las Cruces Bulletin
- ➤ NM State softball pitcher Faith Aragon was named Conference USA Pitcher of the Week for the week of April 13 after going 2-0 with a 0.00 ERA and striking out 21 batters, making her the first NM State player to earn the honor this season. 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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