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Friday, August 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Las Cruces. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of August.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lieutenant Governor Howie Morales and county officials held a ribbon cutting on August 19 to mark a $20 million upgrade to the Dona Ana County International Jetport in Santa Teresa. The widened runway now supports larger planes to deliver goods to the border industrial park—trade contributed $40 billion last year and created 7,000 jobs. The Las Cruces Bulletin
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Asteria Gatlin, a two-year-old born two months early, is leading the national Toddler of the Year contest and may win $25,000. Her mother said Asteria faced serious health challenges such as heart surgery and lung issues after birth—she hopes the prize money will help cover future medical costs and fund an ocean trip. The Las Cruces Bulletin
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Las Cruces boxing coach Joe Hidalgo will be inducted into the New Mexico Boxing Hall of Fame on September 27 in Roswell. He began boxing at 14 when his father set up a heavy bag at home and has since grown a coaching career that helps local youth learn discipline. The Las Cruces Bulletin
WELLNESS NEWS
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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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Bryant Bulldogs vs. New Mexico State Aggies Football
7-8:30 p.m. — Aggie Memorial Stadium — $12 – $30 — Experience college football excitement as the Bulldogs take on the Aggies in a thrilling match.
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NMSU Aggies vs. Tulsa Golden Hurricane Football
7-8:30 p.m. — Aggie Memorial Stadium — $12 – $30 — Watch the Aggies take on the Golden Hurricane in an exciting college football matchup.
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