Sunday, April 26, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

Key gas link in limbo: New Mexico’s State Land Office denied a lease for 0.63 miles in Doña Ana County, possibly rerouting the Green Chile pipeline for Project Jupiter and leaving the timeline in doubt -- get all the details.

High winds, low humidity: Statewide fire restrictions remain in effect across New Mexico, including Las Cruces, as wildfire danger persists. Smoking, fireworks, campfires, and open burning are limited on non-municipal, non-federal, and non-Tribal lands -- see what's restricted and where.

Safeguards for public messaging: Doña Ana County commissioners adopted a resolution to ensure accurate updates on Project Jupiter, a planned data center near Santa Teresa, amid concerns about local water impacts and potential changes -- learn who will verify statements.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half — this free comparison tool makes it easy.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Where to warm up: When you’ve overdone the Hatch heat, Pho A Dong Restaurant delivers a no-frills bowl with rich, slurpable broth, plus fresh summer rolls and legit banh mi. A low-key local standby that quietly solves the “what do we eat tonight” question in about three bites.

Your new dinner move: Gatsbys Bistro, the evening side of A Bite of Belgium, leans into comfort-meets-fancy with duck eggrolls, poblano chicken lasagna, lamb stroganoff, and a legit 20 oz ribeye. Cap it with waffle bread pudding and thank yourself later, because midweek deserves a glow-up too.

Crave a local pour: For a night that feels effortlessly Las Cruces, The Pecan Grill and Brewery mixes craft beers with locally sourced Southwestern twists on the classics. Grab a seat, swap stories with friends, and let dinner taste like home without you lifting a pan.

That patch of scalp that wasn't there a year ago: It's more common than most folks talk about. Especially in your 50s... hormones, stress, and nutrition all start pulling at hair density at once. Nutrafol is a drug-free daily supplement designed to work on those causes together — and in clinical studies, 93% of women said their hair looked healthier after six months. *Take a look →

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

Two sprays before bed, no more snoring? It really is that simple. No mouthpiece to wrestle with, no CPAP mask, no nose strips that peel off at 2am. This doctor-developed throat spray has been keeping sleepers quiet for 30 years, and first-time orders are 40% off right now. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

🏥 Medicare 101 @ Frank Moreno Farmers Insurance Agency | Thursday (4/30) at 11:00 AM – Thinking about Medicare while pretending you still feel 39? This no-cost, no-obligation, no-sales-pitch seminar gives a clear breakdown of 2026 updates, guided by a trusted hometown broker. Seats are limited, RSVP to Licensed Presenter Jessica Young at 575-618-0059, and actually understand your options.

📚 Book Launch: She Talks Money @ First Light Fcu | Thursday (4/30) at 5:30 PM – She Talks Money is launching with a book giveaway and author signing, a tidy nod to Financial Literacy Month. Swing by, snag a free copy from FLFCU or bring yours, get it signed, and enjoy a money talk you will actually like.

💪 Mother’s Day Mega Class & Mama Marketplace @ Metro Verde Splash Pad | Friday (5/1) at 9:00 AM – Whether you bring the stroller or escape solo, this Mother’s Day Mega Class at the Metro Verde splash pad delivers a feel-good workout, then a Mama Marketplace with coffee, treats, photos, and kid activities. Sweat, shop, be celebrated. First 50 score goodies, registration required.

🌲 Into the Woods @ ASNMSU Center for the Arts | Friday (5/1) at 7:00 PM – Into the Woods at the ASNMSU Center for the Arts means Sondheim, laughs, and a fairytale mashup that remembers what happens after happily ever after. Snag the preview for half-price, high schoolers are free with ID, and consider this screen-time detox. Wishes granted, consequences included.

🛍 Annual Rummage Sale @ St. Andrew's Episcopal Church | Saturday (5/2) at 8:00 AM – St. Andrew’s annual rummage sale is back, a glorious treasure hunt of books, toys, furniture, housewares, and plants that somehow always fit in your trunk. Browse without guilt, proceeds support Hospitality House, the Shoebox Ministry, and Community of Hope’s Tents to Rents. Early birds, behave.

🔧 Fix-It Fair @ Cruces Creatives | Saturday (5/2) at 9:00 AM – Before you rage-order a toaster, swing by Cruces Creatives for the free Fix-It Fair. Volunteer fixers help resurrect lamps, zippers, and dignity, sharing skills and saving landfill space. If you can carry it, they'll try it, but leave TVs, microwaves, and gas engines home.

🧱 Lego Star Wars Build Event @ Mesilla Valley Mall | Saturday (5/2) – Rediscover your Jedi patience at this in-store Star Wars LEGO build, meant for ages 10 and up, welcoming everyone. Think bricks, banter, and the satisfying click you forgot you loved. Bring a kid, borrow one, or come solo and outbuild a stormtrooper.

A solar-powered 2.14-acre estate blends residential, commercial, and agricultural uses across green fields, wildflowers, and mature trees. The 2,803-square-foot home pairs with a 543-square-foot office. A swim spa with low-maintenance synthetic deck, a 3-bay garage shop with heated and cooled workshop and storage, and horse corrals with 3 stalls and a tack barn complete the scene.