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Thursday, October 16th, 2025
Good morning, Las Cruces. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sky Fiesta will be held at Las Cruces Airport on Oct. 25 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and it will feature air racing, an air show with pyrotechnics and WWII bomber simulations—offering educational exhibits and ground activities for kids—with planned parking and shuttle bus service. The Las Cruces Bulletin
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ NMSU professor Connie Voisine will be honored today in Santa Fe with the Governor’s Award for Excellence in the Arts—she is the only writer chosen among the seven honorees. She has built a noted career in literature with several books of poetry and prestigious awards like a Guggenheim Fellowship—adding to her reputation as a leading poet in southern New Mexico. The Las Cruces Bulletin
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Memorial Medical Center is now offering genetic testing for hereditary cancer during routine mammogram screenings at the Women’s Imaging Center on E. Northrise Drive in Las Cruces—eligible patients answer family history questions and speak with a board-certified genetic counselor by phone. The Las Cruces Bulletin
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Missouri State Bears vs. New Mexico State Aggies Football
7-8:30 p.m. — Aggie Memorial Stadium — $12 – $30 — Catch the thrilling football showdown between the Bears and Aggies in Las Cruces.
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Holiday Classic
October 24-25 — Las Cruces Convention Center — Check website for details — Celebrate the spirit of the season with the community at this classic event.
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Day of the Dead Celebration - Day 2
7 a.m. — La Llorona Park — Free entry — Celebrate the vibrant traditions of the Day of the Dead with activities and cultural festivities.
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53rd Annual Renaissance ArtsFaire
All day — Young Park — Entry fee might apply — Experience a vibrant cultural celebration with interactive activities and entertainment for all ages.
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Dangerbird 2.0, 3.0 and Safetybird Rides
November 6-13 — Las Cruces, New Mexico — Registration info available — Explore scenic desert routes with various biking challenges and support options.
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Renaissance Arts Faire
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Young Park — Free entry — Experience an enchanting celebration of arts and culture surrounded by nature's beauty.
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Haunted Lockdown Sleepover at the Old County Jail
6 PM – 8 AM — Old Dona Ana County Courthouse — Ticket required — Engage in thrilling haunted activities and ghost tales during an overnight adventure at a historic jail.
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