Good morning, Las Cruces.

At Assembly Craft Studio, owner Liz Wright is leading a terrarium workshop where residents transform clear glass bowls + supplies into vibrant succulent creations in a beginner-friendly session that fosters local creativity.

NMSU researcher Stephanie Walker received a $759,000 grant from the National Institute of Food and Agriculture to develop a disease-resistant green chile – she will work with Michael Mazourek from Cornell on molecular research and field trials over the next four years.

Families are encouraged to complete online registration this week to secure transportation routes and class schedules.

Las Cruces Public Schools reminds parents to bring required documents (child’s birth certificate, ID, proof of residence, immunization records) and check ParentVUE for further instructions as students head back on Monday, July 27.

Las Cruces Mayor Eric Enriquez, State Sen. Crystal Brantley and U.S. Attorney Ryan Ellison honored Police Chief Jeremy Story for his collaborative leadership at the Freedom 250 Hometown Hero Award event.

Story credited his family and team for guiding his commitment to community safety (in a heartfelt address).

Las Cruces Utilities warns residents to ignore unauthorized flyers about water quality that are not approved by its Water Department.

The utility advises contacting Customer Service at (575) 541-2111 with any concerns.

Las Cruces readers voted HTeaO as the favorite summer cool down drink spot in a poll held from June 24 to 28.

The iced tea chain from Amarillo is located at 2223 North Main St + brews over 20 flavors of tea, coffee, and matcha.

Siddeeq Shabazz, a Chaparral native and marketing professor, will compete at the USATF Masters National Championships this month - he holds top national rankings in the 100- and 200-meter dashes and aims to break his long-time record.

Austin Jimmy Murphy Live Performance

6-9 p.m. — D. H. Lescombes Winery & Bistro — Cost info not specified — Enjoy original blues, jazz, swing, country, and Americana from award-winning artist Austin Jimmy Murphy.

2026 Miss New Mexico USA & Miss New Mexico Teen USA

7-10 p.m. — ASNMSU Center for the Arts — Tickets available — Witness the competition for the crown among the brightest young ladies from New Mexico.

MUFON Las Cruces Chapter Meeting

9:25 a.m. — Thomas Branigan Memorial Library Branch — Free entry — Engage in enlightening discussions about lesser-known Roswell crash sites and UFO phenomena with fellow enthusiasts.

Las Cruces In-Person Networking Event

3-5 p.m. — The Game Sports Bar & Grill — Cost of food/drinks — Connect with local small business owners and engage in meaningful discussions.

Oldies Show & Dance Party

Evening — Las Cruces Convention Center — Free parking — Enjoy live music from Tierra the Legacy featuring Sunny Ozuna and Sax Attitude with drinks and dancing.