Thursday, September 5th, 2024

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Good morning, Las Cruces. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Doña Ana County Sheriff's Office announces September sobriety checkpoints and patrols to lower DUI-related incidents. The Las Cruces Bulletin
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ New Mexico's 'Operation Disruption' resulted in 16 arrests and 91 migrants rescued amidst a crackdown on human smuggling, showcasing the state's intensified efforts against organized crime. Las Cruces Sun News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Las Cruces Community Theatre announces auditions for 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' musical, with performances slated for Dec 6-22. The Las Cruces Bulletin
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Las Cruces retracts $600,000 in incentives from Artico Cold Management due to failed job production in a nixed $30 million warehouse project. The Las Cruces Bulletin
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Five finalists for the New Mexico State University presidency will visit the campus for interviews in early September. The Las Cruces Bulletin
- ➤ Doña Ana Community College, in partnership with New Mexico Workforce Connection and the city of Las Cruces, is hosting a free career fair open to the public on Sept. 10, featuring employers from various industries and including special early access for veterans. The Las Cruces Bulletin
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The New Mexico Department of Justice investigates Las Cruces for potentially violating the Open Meetings Act in its city manager selection process. The Las Cruces Bulletin
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ New Mexico State University's men's basketball program faces additional lawsuits over allegations of hazing, assault, and mishandling by staff during the 2022-23 season. The Las Cruces Bulletin
- ➤ NMSU athletes Loma McNeese in soccer and Starr Williams in volleyball excel, achieving significant Conference USA weekly awards. The Las Cruces Bulletin
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NMSU Aggies Women's Soccer vs. UC Davis Aggies Soccer Match
Experience an exciting collegiate soccer match as the NMSU Aggies face off against the UC Davis Aggies at the NMSU Soccer Field.
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Mexican Independence Day Celebration
Celebrate Mexico's independence with folklorico dances, mariachi music, and authentic cuisine in the charming village of Mesilla.
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Los Lonely Boys Live Concert
Experience a captivating live performance by Los Lonely Boys at Grapevine Plaza, hosted by the Las Cruces International Film Festival.
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Experience the Annual Southern New Mexico State Fair and Rodeo
Experience a vibrant festival featuring delicious food, live music, exciting livestock shows, and thrilling rodeo competitions.
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NMSU Aggies Soccer vs. Western Kentucky Women's Soccer
Experience an exciting collegiate soccer match as the NMSU Aggies take on the Western Kentucky Women's Soccer team at the NMSU Soccer Field.
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Strong Coffee with Strong Women: A Gathering for Women Curious about The Association
Experience an engaging afternoon where curious women can connect over coffee and learn about the opportunities and support offered by The Association Women's Group.
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1st Annual Super Mario Kart Wii Tournament
Experience an exciting evening of competition and live performances featuring local artists at the 1st Annual Super Mario Kart Wii Tournament.
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UDA NMSU vs ACM3 El Paso
Men’s Semi-professional soccer on campus at NMSU.
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