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Saturday, July 26th, 2025
Good morning, Las Cruces. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Since early July, thunderstorms caused flooding that damaged Mescalero and nearby areas, and over 90 airmen from Holloman and 7th ASOS worked with local volunteers to clear debris, sort donations, and fill sandbags to protect key sites—such as a fish hatchery that lost most of its fish. Air Force leaders said the strong partnership with the Mescalero Apache Tribe boosted the recovery effort and helped the community begin repairs. Las Cruces Today
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Alan Duane Dodson was convicted on July 23 on five counts of first-degree criminal sexual penetration and one count of second-degree criminal sexual contact against a 10-year-old relative—he now faces over 100 years in jail and will remain in custody until his sentencing on September 5—Doña Ana County authorities confirmed. Las Cruces Sun News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Town of Mesilla is considering moving some court cases to the county to save at least $87,000, and the mayor postponed a resolution last week that would have accepted subcommittee recommendations—local code cases would still be heard in town. If approved at the next meeting, the plan will go to the New Mexico Supreme Court and the Doña Ana Magistrate Court for review. The Las Cruces Bulletin
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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