Yearly Archives: 2020

Here’s a look at some local news: Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has announced additional restrictions to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus in New Mexico. The order, issue by Secretary of Health Kathy Kunkel is effective tomorrow, March 24th at 8:00 A.M.  and closes all non-essential businesses that requires 100 percent of the [...]

Here’s a look at some local news: Yesterday, the Grant County Commission conducted an emergency meeting and passed Resolution R-20-16 that declares a health emergency in Grant County. The passage of this resolution is not implemented to cause panic to residents, but allows Grant County to receive necessary funding from the federal and state [...]

Here’s a look at some local news: In response to Governor’s directive to minimize public health risk in the wake of the COVID-19 public health emergency, Grant County has instituted measures that are effective as of 5:00 p.m. Thursday, March 19th to be re-assessed on Friday, April 10th. The directive includes County office closures [...]

Here’s a look at some local news: The Grant County Commission held a work session meeting yesterday that focused on area medical information and updates regarding COVID-19 from HMS CEO Dan Otero and Dr. Derrrick Nelson. Some of the topics covered were senior services, COVID-19 testing, and that all medical agencies are continuously working [...]

Here’s a look at some local news: Silver Consolidated Schools along with New Mexico Public Education Department and the National Guard are delivering Spring Break, non-perishable, “grab and go” meals to assist families during the COVID-19 shutdown of schools until April 6th. Meal distribution began today at the G.W Stout loading dock on Silver [...]

Here’s a look at some local news: The NM Health Secretary has amended the COVID-19 Public Health Order as it pertains to restaurants, bars, eateries and other food establishments. All such establishments are ordered to operate no greater than 50 percent of maximum seating occupancy. In addition, all occupied tables and booths must be [...]