Good morning, Las Cruces.

Today the NMSU Fire Department is hosting a 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb from 7 to 11 p.m. at Aggie Memorial Stadium to honor lives lost on Sept.

11, 2001 by inviting NMSU ROTC cadets, local fire rescue agencies and community members—participants will walk the stairs at their own pace and are advised to bring bottled water as water fountains and restrooms are available.

New Mexico leaders condemned the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk in Utah on Sept.10—one person of interest is in custody as law enforcement continues its investigation and officials stress that political violence is never acceptable.

The New Mexico film 'Across Together' will have its premiere in New York at the New York Latino Film Festival on September 18 & follows New Mexico youth including DACA recipients, Indigenous youth, Latines, and children of immigrants as they try to climb the volcano Citlaltépetl in Mexico. It will also show in New Mexico in October to highlight the strength of young people facing big challenges.

City and state officials broke ground on the Arcadia 4 Subdivision near Red Hawk Golf Course—using $3,250,000 of the $11 million state funds for more affordable housing—and will build 52 single family homes aimed at buyers making up to 120% of the area median income; construction begins over the next year to help narrow the local housing gap.

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced that lawmakers will hold a special session to address federal cuts from H.R.-1 that threaten Medicaid, SNAP, rural hospitals, and health care services.

Preparations are underway to secure state funds and help preserve these programs — lawmakers will act soon.

Residents with chronic conditions have struggled to access care because out-of-state doctors cannot treat them through telehealth.

Lawmakers are expected to consider joining additional interstate compacts—New Mexico has so far joined only the Nurse Licensure Compact, forcing patients to travel for specialist care.

An August real estate report shows a slowdown in the Las Cruces market with home closings down 20%—affordability issues and high interest rates leave sellers with unsold homes while buyers now have over 800 listings to choose from.

Homes priced slightly under market value still sell quickly and lower federal rates expected later may boost buyer demand this fall.

Doom Gong Live with Special Guests

7-10:30 p.m. — El Camino — Tickets available — Experience an eclectic mix of Denim Psych with Doom Gong and their captivating live performance.

NMSU Aggies Football vs. Sam Houston State

7-8:30 p.m. — Aggie Memorial Stadium — $12 – $30 — Catch the thrilling showdown between the NMSU Aggies and Sam Houston State in Las Cruces.

V-FAST 4th Annual Golf Tournament

11:30 a.m. — Red Hawk Golf Club — Charity event — Swing your clubs for a good cause supporting Las Cruces Helping Hands Stand Down.

3rd Annual Las Cruces Pizza Fest

4-10 p.m. — Plaza De Las Cruces — Admission details not specified — Enjoy pizza sampling from local vendors along with music, games, and a beer garden.