Good morning, Las Cruces.

Bravo Mic Communications is sponsoring the Duck Royalty Pageant that will launch the 47th Annual Great American Duck Race.

Contestants will compete for Duck King and Duck Queen at Deming Public Schools Auditorium on Thursday, Aug. 20, with doors opening at 5:30 p.m.

Teacher Jane launches Jane's Roots pickles using her family recipe for spicy, dill, and brine flavors.

Orders are available on Instagram and Facebook (pop-ups and a mall booth are scheduled soon).

Gadsden Independent School District unveiled its new middle school on July 29, replacing an aging campus that had served the community for over 50 years.

The building features expanded classrooms, flexible tech-enabled spaces, and enhanced security—offering new opportunities for extracurricular activities and collaborative learning.

Project Jupiter's air quality permit hearing is now set for Sept.

14 at 9 a.m. at the Sunland Park Multi-Generational Center after Yucca Growth Infrastructure requested an emergency change to avoid delays causing harm to Oracle; responses to a motion to dismiss are due by Aug. 11.

Residents in Las Cruces received delayed public notices regarding a 2025 water monitoring violation due to a paperwork error - city officials confirmed that follow-up tests showed the water remains safe to drink, and the notice was issued today after coordination with the New Mexico Environment Department.

Sarah Walters from Southern Recipe Small Batch offers advice for planning summer gatherings by suggesting simple, budget-friendly menus like finger foods and snack boards, so you can spend less time cooking and more time with family and friends—perfect for backyard barbecues and poolside cookouts.

Marlee Cavitt shines in track and soccer at NMSU as she supports teammates and hones her skills.

Her keen observation (shaped by family experience) guides her plan to become an occupational therapist for children with autism.

Phil Andersen, the PGA of America's chief operating officer and Las Cruces NMSU alumnus, recalled early mornings at Eastwood Golf Club where he learned that success comes from investing in people.

His lifelong passion for golf now influences local sports by shaping member education and community play.

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.