Here’s a look at today’s headlines: As part of Western New Mexico University’s celebration of Black History Month, the Black History 101 Mobile Museum will be on campus. Black History 101 Mobile Museum Founder, Khalid el-Hakim, will bring 150 original artifacts representing slavery, politics, Jim Crow, science, religion, education, music, sports and civil rights. [...]
Here’s a look at today’s headlines: Military veterans and active-duty personnel were honored today at the State Capitol in Santa Fe on during “Military and Veterans Day” at the 2018 Legislature. This annual day during the legislative session is presented by the New Mexico Department of Veterans Services and the New Mexico National Guard [...]
Here’s a look at today’s news: According to a release from the New Mexico Department of Health, influenza activity continues to increase across New Mexico. Since October, the New Mexico Department of Health has investigated 21 flu outbreaks in long-term care facilities, which is more than was reported during the entire 2016-2017 flu season. [...]
Here’s a look at today’s news: Absentee voting for Regular Municipal Elections in March 6th in Grant and Luna counties begins tomorrow. In the Town of Silver City, voters in all four Council Districts that wish to vote by Absentee, may request an application by calling the Town Clerk’s Office at 575-534-6346. Early Voting [...]
Here’s a look at some headlines: Members of the Grant County 4-H joined together last week to celebrate at the annual Grant County 4-H Banquet that was held at the Cliff Exhibition Building. Jessica Swapp, 4-H/agricultural agent for New Mexico State University’s Grant County Cooperative Extension Service, led the festivities to honor members who [...]
Here’s a look at today’s headlines: Yesterday, New Mexico Representative Rodolpho “Rudy” Martinez, received the American Association of Retired Persons “Capital Caregivers” Award. Representative Martinez, provided key leadership to pass the Guardianship Affidavit and Pre-School Care during the 2017 Legislative Session. These measures help family caregivers, particularly grandparents raising grandkids in New Mexico. Western [...]
In a public notice from the Federal Aviation Administration Air Traffic Organization, public comment will be accepted regarding a proposed three-day Marine training operation in Hidalgo County, south of Lordsburg in Playas. The proposed airspace would be used for a “Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force” certification exercise as part of pre-deployment training [...]
January 23rd is National Pie Day. The holiday is not to be confused with National Pi Day, which falls on March 14th. National Pie Day was created to celebrate the creation of pies. It is a day to bake, cook or buy favorite pies. Enjoy!
Here’s a look at today’s news: The Department of Game and Fish is seeking public comments on proposed revisions to the bighorn sheep and javelina rules. The department is proposing small changes in bighorn sheep hunting across the state, including: adjusting seasons for calendar dates; increasing ram hunting licenses; modifying hunt dates to accommodate [...]
Here’s a look some headlines: The USDA is awarding 72 grants totaling $23.6 million through the “Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant Program.” Western New Mexico University is receiving $191,589 of those funds to purchase video conferencing equipment that are intended to provide interactive distance learning services. The project will benefit one hub and eight [...]
