Good morning, Las Cruces.

Hatch green chile roasting returns at local Albertsons & United stores with roasted chiles, salsa and guac available through Aug.

The Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico offers free online resources for estate planning during Make-A-Will Month + hosts the Community Legacy Conference on Friday, Aug.

21 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. to help residents learn how to ease family stress with proper planning.

Three acting managers were appointed on July 28 to guide operations during a leadership change — NMSU Marketing will host a Gratitude Walk/Run on Sept.

19, Men Who Cook will fundraise at the Convention Center on Aug. 15, and KTAL-LP inducted three radio Hall of Famers on July 26.

A new self-guided tour helps locals explore iconic filming locations, launching at 5:30 p.m. on Aug.

10 at the historic Rio Grande Theatre; community leaders will discuss the tour's benefits for tourism and the local film scene.

Las Cruces schools are expanding fundraising options by pairing traditional events like car washes and product sales with online donation platforms to support student programs.

Digital campaigns have helped over 170 local organizations raise nearly $300,000 since May 1 by reaching supporters beyond New Mexico.

On Aug. 1, families built wooden windmills at the New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum’s Ag Wagon as children learned how wind powered water for farms.

A new $10,000 Rural Roots Grant will upgrade future programs to let more locals explore New Mexico’s agricultural heritage.

On August 1, the Mesilla Valley Audubon Society hosted a free bird walk at Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park where about two dozen beginners and longtime enthusiasts learned to identify birds including American kestrels and hummingbirds (a territorial Rufous hummingbird provided a lively moment) while discovering local wildlife and habitats.

Las Cruces Utilities is expanding its composting program using enclosed solar-powered containers to turn food and yard waste into nutrient rich compost for residents.

The project will soon add neighborhood collection sites with new state grant funding to boost water retention in desert soils.

Personal trainer Jackson D.

Sosin at Crunch Gym in Las Cruces explains that starting small with exercise and healthy eating can improve overall wellness. Residents can try walking, resistance training, or local fitness classes available online to build habits and reach major health benefits.

Memorial Ear, Nose & Throat Institute explains that sleep apnea disrupts sleep by briefly closing the airway and offers a simple home sleep monitor to test for the condition; Dr. Levinger provides treatment options (lifestyle changes, CPAP machines, mouthguards, or surgery) for residents who struggle with tiredness.

NM State Athletics has announced fan-focused upgrades to boost the game day experience at Aggie Memorial Stadium – including faster entry, enhanced Wi-Fi and extra concessions – which will debut at the first home game on Saturday, Sept.

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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.