Las Cruces has a new titleholder to cheer for: local native Emily Craddock has been named Mrs. New Mexico 2027, bringing well-deserved recognition to the community she calls home.

The honor places Craddock among a distinguished group of titleholders who represent the Land of Enchantment on a regional and national stage. For Las Cruces, it is a proud moment — a homegrown representative stepping into a role that celebrates accomplished, community-minded women from across New Mexico.

Also making waves locally, New Mexico State University Athletics has been busy building its future. The Aggies baseball program welcomed Gavin Grant to its coaching staff as a new assistant coach, adding fresh expertise to a program that has long been a source of pride for the university and the wider Las Cruces community. Grant joins an NMSU staff committed to developing student-athletes both on and off the diamond.

Adding to the good news at NMSU, MJ Newsom has been introduced as the next Director of Broadcasting for NM State Athletics. Newsom steps into a key role that keeps Aggie fans connected to the teams they love, ensuring that the sights and sounds of NMSU sports continue to reach audiences near and far.

Together, these milestones reflect a Las Cruces community that nurtures talent, celebrates achievement, and looks forward to an exciting year ahead — whether in the pageant world or on the playing field.

Sources: KTSM 9 News, New Mexico State University Athletics, New Mexico State University Athletics