“Beck’s Cafe” forced to move after decade at location

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) -- A popular Las Cruces business has been forced to close its doors, and it's hitting the community hard.

Beck's coffee house in the historic Mesquite District near downtown. It's been there for 10 years and is regarded by many as a local institution.

Owner Ariana Parsons told ABC-7 they were evicted by their landlord after the two sides disagreed on a lease.

They got the news just before the holidays that they would have to vacate the premises. Parsons said it was painful having to let their employees go and close their doors.

"We're just trying to remain positive and just understand that we just couldn't reach an agreement with the people who own the building," Parsons said.

For the community, it's a major loss but an opportunity to reflect on all the memories created at beck's coffee house, from hosting elected officials to baby showers and bachelor parties.