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Thursday, December 4th, 2025

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Good morning, Las Cruces. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of December.

CULTURE NEWS

  • NMSU will host its 40th Noche de Luminarias on Sunday, Dec. 7 from 5 to 8 p.m. The campus will display luminarias along a route from the Pan American Center to Hadley Hall and feature craft stations, train rides, and performances — a festive evening for families.  The Las Cruces Bulletin

EDUCATION NEWS

  • New Mexico State University’s School of Nursing opened a simulated operating room — equipped with high-fidelity mannequins and live-streaming technology — to help students practice anesthesia techniques. The facility covers 1,200 sqft and was unveiled with a ribbon-cutting on Oct. 31 in the Health and Social Services building.  The Las Cruces Bulletin
  • New Mexico State University and Los Alamos National Laboratory have partnered to offer a new software developer position for juniors (and seniors) in information systems. Applications are now being accepted for a three-credit independent study in spring that lets students work with LANL’s Oracle APEX team.  The Las Cruces Bulletin

SPORTS NEWS

  • Las Cruces' Bulldawgs ended a 12-game winning streak in the NMAA Class 6A championship game on Nov. 29 in Albuquerque after a key defensive stop made the difference as No.2 Cleveland won 35-28, coach Mark Lopez said.  The Las Cruces Bulletin

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • White Christmas The Musical

    Various times — Las Cruces Community Theatre — Ticket Prices Vary — Experience the heartwarming musical adaptation of the classic film with iconic Irving Berlin songs.

    Fri, 12/5/25

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  • Valley Sessions Live Music Festival

    3 PM — The Hood — Entry fees may apply — Enjoy a vibrant lineup of local acts and discover your new favorite tunes.

    Sat, 12/6/25

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  • 12K's of Christmas - Southern New Mexico

    Celebrate the festive season along the La Llorona Trail — All day — Las Cruces, NM — Supports local animal rescue efforts — Enjoy running and walking in a vibrant holiday atmosphere.

    Sat, 12/13/25

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  • Candlelight Concert: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons & More

    60 minutes — Las Cruces Convention Center — Ticketed event — Experience the enchanting music of Vivaldi under a glowing candlelight ambiance.

    Fri, 12/26/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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