Friday, December 19th, 2025
Good morning, Las Cruces. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of December.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At the Bold Idea Conference at NMSU, Chuck Blakeman delivered a keynote on leadership — highlighting how organizations can thrive without a central figure. Supported by NM Mutual, he gifted 100 copies of his bestselling book to students. The Las Cruces Bulletin
- ➤ NM State volleyball players Tess Fuqua, Nellie Reese & Claudia Rossi were named to the 2025 Volleyball Academic All-District Team for their strong play and academic performance. The honor recognizes student-athletes who met GPA and participation standards. The Las Cruces Bulletin
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Cat’s Meow Resource and Adoption Center received a $5,000 grant from Petco Love earlier this year to fund spay/neuter surgeries for 50 cats and buy vaccines to protect kitten health. The group is fundraising for a building down payment at 2211 N. Mesquite St. (target: April 30, 2026). The Las Cruces Bulletin
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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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New Mexico Produced Water Research Consortium Annual Review
3:00 PM - 11:30 PM — Las Cruces, NM — Free entry — Engage with experts in produced water management while exploring sustainable practices and innovations.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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