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Friday, August 29th, 2025
Good morning, Las Cruces. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Las Cruces firefighters responded just before 1 a.m. Monday to a structure fire on the 3800 block of Silverado Loop and quickly knocked down the flames in the attic despite low water pressure — they helped a homeowner exit safely with no injuries as the cause is still under investigation. The Las Cruces Bulletin
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ New Mexico State University poet Connie Voisine received the Governor’s Award for Excellence in the Arts on August 25—one of seven honored for their influence in art—and she said the recognition feels extra meaningful amid today’s challenges to support art. The Las Cruces Bulletin
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A new five-year study shows that Spaceport America's economic output reached $239.8 million in 2024 from $72.3 million in 2019 with direct jobs increasing from 242 to 313 and ripple effect jobs growing from 396 to 790. The report noted that Doña Ana County benefited most as many employees live in Las Cruces—tax revenue also increased from $7.3 million to $24.4 million and future space technology may allow orbital launches in 5 to 10 years. The Las Cruces Bulletin
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ New Mexico State University president Valerio Ferme clarified a June memo in an August letter that announced a 1% one-time reduction across all departments due to a $2.5 million structural budget deficit—ensuring that the overall budget remains unchanged as funds are reallocated to manage federal research cuts. The university also aims to address a $29 million loss in research funding while preparing for future financial challenges. The Las Cruces Bulletin
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Aug. 26, 2025, 61 candidates filed to run in local races in Doña Ana County – contests include three Las Cruces City Council races, the mayor of Anthony, and three school board positions. Early voting and same-day registration will begin on Oct. 7 at the Doña Ana County Government Center ahead of the Nov. 4 election. Las Cruces Sun News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Las Cruces United States Bowling Congress will host its 14th Annual Senior Bowling Tournament from October 24—26 at Roadrunner Lanes in White Sands Missile Range. The event is open to LCUSBC members aged 50 and older who can bowl or cheer for local competitors. The Las Cruces Bulletin
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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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