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Las Cruces
Friday, December 12th, 2025
Good morning, Las Cruces. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Coats for Kids celebrated its 31st year by raising over $25,000 through cookie dough sales and providing 1,450 new coats to local children; organizers plan to fund new coats for 2,200 LCPS elementary students in time for cold weather. The Las Cruces Bulletin
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ NMSU professor Brandon Hobson published his sixth novel, The Devil is a Southpaw, in October. The book, set in an Oklahoma juvenile detention facility in 1988, uses art to explore trauma and forgiveness. The Las Cruces Bulletin
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A new state pilot program provides $500 monthly to high school students experiencing homelessness who meet attendance and academic requirements. The three-year initiative began this month in 12 school districts including Mayfield High School in Las Cruces as officials plan quarterly evaluations. The Las Cruces Bulletin
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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.
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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.
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Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders vs. New Mexico State Aggies Basketball Game
6-7:30 p.m. — Pan American Center — Check local listings for pricing — Enjoy an exciting NCAA basketball showdown with your local favorite teams.
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