Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.
Good morning, Las Cruces.
KTAL-LP on 101.5 FM will expand its Las Cruces Community Radio Hall of Fame on Saturday, July 26 by adding three new members during its eight-year anniversary celebration—at 1 to 3 p.m. the event will take place at 121 Wyatt Dr., No. 9 and include a silent auction, station tours, and the chance to record the station’s ID for future broadcast.
After touring nationally for seven years, an exhibition of hyper-realistic automobile and motorcycle paintings is now at its final stop at the Las Cruces Museum of Art; the exhibit opened May 23 and will run until August 16.
Curated by David J. Wagner, the show features works by 15 artists, including a 1950s Cadillac El Dorado, a Harley Davidson engine, and a blue Corvette — pieces that impress with a lifelike, photographic quality.
Today, New Mexico starts its tax-free weekend — it applies to clothing bought for less than $100, computers for under $1,000, accessories for under $500, and school supplies — as some Las Cruces schools begin early.
Local stores, from big chains to small shops, offer extra discounts to help families save money until July 27.
ORION 224 Live Concert
7-11 p.m. — El Camino — Ticket info not provided — Experience an exciting night of live music with ORION 224 and special guests.
Footloose Youth Edition by A.C.T.
7-8 p.m. — Rio Grande Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying youth rendition of Footloose with the teens of Bomont as they kick up their Sunday shoes.
Monster Truck Wars
12-6 p.m. — Southern New Mexico State Fair & Rodeo — Tickets start at $60 — Experience an unforgettable day of thrilling monster truck action in Las Cruces.
Shine on Floyd - Pink Floyd Tribute Band
7-9:30 p.m. — Rio Grande Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience a spectacular tribute to Pink Floyd with a stunning laser and light show.
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