The Gila National Forest has announced an increase in unlawful target shooting, littering, and motor vehicle use in undesignated areas. While target shooting is permitted on Forest Service lands, it is prohibited within 150 yards of residences, buildings, campsites, developed recreation sites, or occupied areas, and shooters are required to use a proper backstop and follow all safety regulations. Officials [...]

The Bayard City Council will hold a regular meeting at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 20, at Bayard City Hall. During the meeting, council members are scheduled to discuss and take possible action on Resolution 10-2026, authorizing the City of Bayard to enter into a funding agreement with the New Mexico Interstate Stream Commission. Additional agenda items include Resolution 11-2026 [...]

Cobre High School has announced the appointment of Caesar Alvarez as its new principal. Mr. Alvarez brings extensive experience in education leadership, previously serving as principal of Tularosa Middle School and in several leadership roles within Las Cruces Public Schools. His background includes work in school improvement, restorative practices, student support and academic growth, along with public service experience as [...]

Gila Trails Info has reported continued trail restoration work in the region, including the reopening of more than a mile of the East Railroad Trail (#130), which has been cleared and improved for recreational access from the Railroad Campground. Additional maintenance has also been completed on the Mogollon Creek Trail (#153) and Rain Creek Trail (#189), including brushing, log removal, [...]

The City of Deming has announced the demolition of the historic Balboa Hotel, which served the Deming community for more than 70 years. The property will now be transformed into a community-focused beautification and engagement space aimed at enhancing the heart of Deming and creating a welcoming environment for residents and visitors. Proposed concepts for the area include public art [...]

The Silver City Town Council approved Resolution 2026-14 establishing a seven-member Downtown Action Committee aimed at identifying and implementing solutions to downtown issues over the next three years. The committee will include representatives from both within and outside the town, including a member from Western New Mexico University. Councilors also approved Resolution 2026-15 authorizing a loan agreement with the New [...]

During this year’s Give Grandly event, the community fundraising campaign raised more than $406,763 for 133 nonprofit organizations across the region. Participating organizations included El Refugio, Inc., Upper Gila Watershed Alliance, High Desert Humane Society, and The Commons: Center for Food Security and Sustainability, which was the second-highest earning organization with more than $40,000 raised to support food security initiatives [...]

The Hurley Town Council reviewed infrastructure capital improvement priorities and budget concerns during a recent workshop, with top funding requests including the former Chino General Offices Building, water system upgrades, information technology improvements, police vehicles, a street sweeper, and the animal shelter. Town officials also discussed rising health insurance costs affecting employees and the possibility of a utility rate increase, [...]