Latest From Silver City

Here’s a look at today’s headlines: The Gila National Forest, Reserve Ranger District is pleased to announce that the Dipping Vat Campground waterline has been repaired and potable water is now available.  The Dipping Vat Campground is located adjacent to the west side of Snow Lake approximately 52 miles southeast of Reserve.  Campgrounds on the Gila National Forest are first-come, [...]

Here’s a look at today’s headlines: Due to scheduling conflicts with some partner agencies, the Women Veterans Expo in Silver City that was scheduled for July 29th has been cancelled.  The New Mexico Department of Veterans affairs has already contacted everyone who was pre-registered to inform them of the development, and apologizes for any inconvenience. The Silver City Arts and [...]

Here’s a look at today’s headlines: Art Cruz of Silver City was the recipient of the Cobre Key Club BBQ Grill Give-Away during the Annual July 4th Celebration in Gough Park.  Raffle tickets for the grill were sold at the Kiwanis all-you-can-eat Pancake Breakfast and BBQ lunch.  Congratulations to Mr. Cruz. Hidalgo Medical Services School Based Clinics will be opening [...]

Here’s a look at today’s headlines: A new Fire was reported on the Gila National Forest this morning.  The Whiterocks Fire is burning 4 miles west of mile marker 37 on US Highway 180 and south of Saliz Pass near the top of Whiterocks Mountain close to the Arizona border on the Glenwood Ranger District.  The fire was most recently [...]

Here’s a look at today’s headlines: We regret to report that New Mexico State Police are investigating the death of an unidentified woman.  Police were dispatched on Wednesday just after 4 pm to US70 near mile marker 20 in Hidalgo County in reference to an abandoned vehicle.  The woman’s body was located about a quarter mile from the vehicle.  This [...]

Here’s a look at today’s headlines: The Mayor and Town Council are soliciting designs from the community for new “Welcome” signs to be placed on three highways into Silver City.  The Town would like to see designs that represent Silver City’s rich history, culture, and friendly people, be compatible with native landscapes and plantings, and include wording such as “Welcome [...]

Here’s a look at today’s headlines: The Gila National Forest has released the final updates on Wilderness Ranger District Wildfires.  The Corral Fire is estimated at 20,240 acres and is showing low behavior.  Crews have been working to ensure the fire does not cross Diamond Creek.  The area has been black-lined and no new growth is anticipated.  The Straw Fire [...]

Here’s a look at today’s headlines: We have a brief update on area wildfires: The Baca Fire was last reported at 11,092 acres in size.  The Round Fire is 7,397 acres.  The Corral Fire is 19,900 acres in size.  The Straw Fire is 9,360 acres, the Teacher Fire is 3,555 acres and the Gravel Fire is 2,880 acres in size.  [...]

Here’s a look at today’s headlines: The Round Fire burning in the Aldo Leopold Wilderness is currently 7,397 acres in size.  Management of the fire has transitioned to a Type 4 organization and rehabilitation efforts have begun including rehabbing roads and rebuilding any fences affected by the fire. The Baca Fire area closure was rescinded today as of 10 am.  [...]

Here’s a look at today’s headlines: We have a brief overview of fires on the Gila National Forest.  The Straw Fire located about 2 miles east of the Gila Cliff Dwellings is 9,360 acres in size.  The Round Fire is burning in the Aldo Leopold Wilderness near the Diamond Creek Drainage and is 7,269 acres in size.  The Corral Fire [...]