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Las Cruces
Saturday, May 10th, 2025
Good morning, Las Cruces. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 10th of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Doña Ana Community College professor Dr. Joann Latorre received the Mission in Action Award from the AAUW at the state conference in April & has advanced STEM education for girls in grades six through 11 while mentoring True Grit Award recipients. Las Cruces Today
- ➤ Today, New Mexico State University graduates over 2,000 students at Pan Am Center on E University Ave. Among the Aggies, Jillian McBeth—a 22-year-old double major who researched nuclear energy—will work for U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez this summer while Cristian Estrada, a kinesiology graduate, plans to pursue a Doctor of Physical Therapy program to serve rural communities. The Las Cruces Bulletin
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Doña Ana County held its first state-of-county address in over a decade today at the government center as Chair Christopher Schaljo-Hernandez and Manager Scott Andrews reviewed key projects such as road repairs, new public safety assets, and a mobile clinic for spay and neuter services. They also outlined future plans—including an ice-skating rink at the Fairgrounds, broadband expansion, and a new Office of Emergency Management building—and announced that this address will become an annual event with enhanced internship programs in partnership with local school districts. 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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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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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Junior Golf Tournament at Sonoma Ranch
— — Sonoma Ranch Golf Course — — Participate in an exciting junior golf tournament in Las Cruces, New Mexico.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The creative adult is the child who survived.
~ Ursula K. Le Guin
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