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Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Las Cruces. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ More than 400 people gathered Thursday morning at the New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum for the 17th annual Lou & Mary Henson Community Breakfast to support the Boys & Girls Club and celebrate local youth, including New Mexico Junior Youth of the Year Soledad Hibner and Youth of the Year Brayden Gantzler. NFL Hall of Famer Tim Brown spoke on mentorship & shared personal stories while a live auction raised funds with autographed footballs selling for $1,000 each. The Las Cruces Bulletin
- ➤ The City of Las Cruces Parks and Recreation Department is accepting entries for lighted floats in the Electric Light Parade featuring the theme Las Cruces Unidos. The parade will begin at 9 p.m. on July 3 at Apodaca Park, follow Solano Drive and Hadley Avenue, and end at Maag Softball Complex; registration starts April 28 with entries due by 5 p.m. June 18 and required meetings on June 26 and June 27 for float drivers and club organizers. The Las Cruces Bulletin
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A trial for four suspects accused of killing three teens and injuring 15 others in the March 21 Young Park shooting is set to begin on February 9, 2026 and will last three weeks—each faces three counts of first-degree murder with the minors tried as adults. Las Cruces Sun News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local conservation groups say federal officials may shrink the boundaries of Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument or allow mining, risking cultural sites and $35 million in economic benefits. Critics fear that changes could reduce tourism and cut 305 local jobs—concerns that matter to the Las Cruces community. The Las Cruces Bulletin
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Doña Ana County will host its State of the County address on May 6 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the County Government Center (845 N. Motel Blvd) where County Manager Scott Andrews + County Commission Chair Christopher Schaljo-Hernandez will share past accomplishments, key initiatives, and plans for the future. Las Cruces Sun News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Horse owners are urged to vaccinate their horses against West Nile virus as mosquito bites can lead to serious illness or death + vaccination is a safe and lower-cost option than treatment. The NMDA, NMDOH + and New Mexico Livestock Board advise owners to contact a veterinarian for guidance. The Las Cruces Bulletin
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El Camino Market Show
6:30-10 p.m. — El Camino — Tickets nonrefundable — Enjoy a night of live performances featuring Ask the Past, Honey & Virosa, and St. Anthony's Fire.
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2025 Las Cruces UkeFest
All day — Corbett Center Student Union — Pre-registration required — Celebrate the annual ukulele festival with music and good vibes in Las Cruces.
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Memorial Day Weekend New Mexico Wine Festival
Noon-6 p.m. — Southern New Mexico State Fairgrounds — General admission required — Celebrate local wines with tastings, food trucks, and live music during this festive weekend.
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