Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of May.
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🏘️ Community
Sister Beth Daddio, who will turn 85 later this year, has helped homeless children by founding Jardin de los Niños — a childcare center for vulnerable kids — and running Tutti Bambini, a nonprofit children’s store that supports local families.
The Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Department is accepting entries for lighted floats for the Electric Light Parade with the theme Las Cruces Unidos that will take place on July 3; entries can be submitted online or in person by June 18 at 5 p.m. Participants driving float vehicles or representing clubs must attend meetings on June 26 and 27 — clubs are limited to 20 vehicles — with the parade starting at 9 p.m. at Apodaca Park and ending at the Maag Softball Complex after traveling on Solano Drive and Hadley Avenue.
🎓 Education
Alma d’Arte Charter High School will honor its founder Irene Oliver-Lewis tomorrow by renaming its historic 1941 building as the Irene Oliver-Lewis Center for the Arts + a fundraiser at 402 W.
Court Avenue will feature music, food and official presentations.
🏛️ Government
County and city officials have been working together for over a year to decide how to use opioid settlement funds to help children affected by drug abuse.
They may direct about $28 million toward programs like enhanced education and mentorship—such as updated DARE and GREAT initiatives—to support vulnerable youth.
🎉 Las Cruces Events
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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.
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.
Icebox Brewing Art Class
6-8:30 p.m. — Icebox Brewing Company — $40/person — Enjoy a step-by-step painting class while sipping on your favorite beverage.
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.
Mayor's Jazz Festival
7 p.m. — Plaza De Las Cruces — Free admission — Celebrate a summer of live jazz, community joy, and good vibes with local and traveling acts.
70's Hippy Night Karaoke
7-11 p.m. — Little Toad Creek Brewery & Distillery Las Cruces — Free entry — Sing your favorite 1970s hits and embrace the flower power vibes.
On-Site Tour at The Heritage Assisted Living
9 AM - 7 PM — The Heritage Assisted Living & Adult Day Care, LLC — Free entry — Explore the community's top-rated amenities and programs for seniors.
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