Here’s a look at some of today’s local news. Area communities in Grant County will be receiving Colonias funding this year, a federal initiative that assists in paying for infrastructure improvements in communities that can’t afford the necessary expenses. New Mexico Colonias dollars can used toward water, wastewater, solid waste, drainage projects and roads [...]
Here’s a look at today’s local news: The Grant County Commission approved a preliminary budget during a special meeting yesterday. In addition, Chairman, Chris Ponce made a motion to accept the resignation of County Attorney, Abigail Burgess effective July 15th. Discussion followed regarding whether to hire a replacement or to go with a contract [...]
Here’s a look at some local news: Area residents and military veterans attended the annual Memorial Day ceremony at Fort Bayard National Cemetery on Monday to remember those who gave their lives while serving the United States of America. Guest speaker, Alfred Ogas, a Vietnam veteran, addressed the assembly in addition to the Vietnam [...]
Here’s a look at some today’s local news: The Public Information Officer for the Grant County Sheriff’s Department has released an announcement that the reward for information regarding the Fort Bayard Credit Union robbery that occurred in the morning of May 13th in Arenas Valley has increased from $1,000 to $4,000. The suspect was [...]
Here’s a look at today’s local news: New Mexico Representative, Deborah Armstrong, is planning to meet with Health Secretary, Kathy Kunkel to discuss concerns regarding New Mexico’s immunization exemption laws, particularly in light of measles concerns. Currently, there are three types of allowable exemptions available that include: requiring a physician's certification; a religious exemption [...]
Here’s a look at today’s local news: The Family Dollar store located at 2148 U.S Highway 180 next to Beall’s is scheduled to be closing at end of June. It has been reported that Dollar Tree Inc., the owner of Family Dollar stores since 2015, will be closing 390 stores this year. The two [...]
Here’s a look at today’s local news: Silver High School held a Scholarship Night for students and their families on Monday at in the Little Theater on the Silver High campus. Students were awarded funding from in-state and out-of-state college and universities in addition to local and military scholarships. The special night has become [...]
Here’s a look at some local news: Officials from Deming and Luna County announced yesterday that nearly 700 persons, mostly from Central America, are currently housed in Deming awaiting transportation to host families across the U.S. The individuals have been processed, granted temporary asylum, and are staying in temporary shelters located at the Southwestern [...]
