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Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Las Cruces. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Progress Club of Las Cruces raised nearly $60,000 at its 11th annual fundraising golf tournament on Oct. 4 at Picacho Hills Country Club, with about $52,000 available for donation to local nonprofits (including Wee Warriors, Make a Wish, and Rio Grande Honor Flight) (70 golfers participated). The Las Cruces Bulletin
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Eric Enriquez, a proud alumnus of Mayfield High School, supports a $65 million bond that sets aside $20 million for renovating the school while no local tax increase is planned—this step could attract state matching funds to complete a project delayed by rising costs and COVID-19 challenges. Voters are encouraged to back the bond as it will begin the long-awaited overhaul of a key community school. The Las Cruces Bulletin
- ➤ On Oct. 3, NMSU student entrepreneurs joined peers from UTEP, Ciudad Juárez and Monterrey to pitch cross-border business ideas at Negotium 2025 held at UTEP’s campus. The month-long event led teams to develop trade solutions and featured a keynote from the Consul General of Mexico—highlighting promising results for regional collaboration. The Las Cruces Bulletin
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Lujan Grisham’s special legislative session passed four healthcare bills that fund SNAP and food banks, cap insurance premium hikes, allocate $50 million for rural health, and ease access to recommended vaccines—though the session did not pass reforms on malpractice or interstate licensure needed for federal grants. Lawmakers promised to revisit the licensure issue in January as critics worry that the missing changes may weaken New Mexico’s chance for federal support. The Las Cruces Bulletin
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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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NM State Silver Gloves Tournament
Friday 5 p.m., Saturday 2 p.m., Sunday 12 p.m. — Mayfield High School — No entry fee required — Watch young boxers compete in this exciting tournament for ages 8-17.
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