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Thursday, April 30th, 2026
Good morning, Las Cruces. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local events feature film screenings at the Fountain Theatre and Black Box Theater, guided hikes at Soledad Canyon, baseball games at Presley Askew Field, farmers markets at Old Mesilla Plaza and Mimbres, a Transportation Day exhibit at the Railroad Museum, and a garden workshop from May 1 through May 7. The Las Cruces Bulletin
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, a heartfelt piece honors mothers by sharing how a local mom made fresh tortillas by hand for her family and neighbors in a busy Las Cruces home. The narrative shows the loving tradition behind each bite (a recipe passed from heart to heart). The Las Cruces Bulletin
- ➤ Paul Maxwell, a local artist who built a career in science and engineering, will share his art at Art in the Garden on May 9 in Picacho Hills. His work, inspired by his diverse experiences and local landscapes, will be featured alongside other community artists. The Las Cruces Bulletin
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Las Cruces educators have adopted Lexile scores to track steady reading improvements in classrooms amid high state proficiency standards. Superintendent Ruiz says the new method shows gradual progress that traditional tests may miss. The Las Cruces Bulletin
- ➤ Kevin Ramos’ senior capstone hydroponic system, built by DACC and NMSU students, will move to the New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum as a research platform and public exhibit; the project gives hands-on training in trades like electrical and HVAC — linking classroom work to modern food production. The Las Cruces Bulletin
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Centennial High juniors (local rising stars) Jayce Hooten and Carter Follin began their doubles partnership three years ago and now rank as one of the state’s top pairings due to their trust and teamwork on the court; they are key to the Hawks' push toward an unbeaten season. The Las Cruces Bulletin
- ➤ Friday at 5 p.m. at the Field of Dreams, District 3-5A baseball teams (Centennial, Organ Mountain, and Mayfield) will play in doubleheaders to decide the district champion. Centennial leads the standings while each team seeks to close the regular season on a high note. The Las Cruces Bulletin
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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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2026 Memorial Day Weekend New Mexico Wine Festival
Noon-6 p.m. — Southern New Mexico State Fair & Rodeo — Cost varies — Celebrate Memorial Day with local wines, food trucks, and live music.
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LCR Fest
2-11 p.m. — The Destination: Sports and Arts Complex — Benefit event — Enjoy 18 bands across three stages while local vendors showcase their offerings.
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