Today we reflect on Thanksgiving and the meaning of the holiday. Thanksgiving traces its origins to early 17th-century New England, where English Pilgrims held a harvest feast in 1621 to celebrate a successful growing season. Though not initially an annual tradition, the event later became a symbol of cooperation and gratitude. Over time, various colonies [...]
The Silver Consolidated Schools Board of Education reviewed early design concepts for the Cliff School renovation during a recent meeting held on the Cliff campus. Two favored design schemes were presented using five committee-established goals focused on flexibility, efficiency, community legacy, sustainability, and long-term resilience. A key decision still under consideration is whether to renovate [...]
The Gila Community Foundation’s Emergency Fund is now providing vital support to local food pantries and frontline organizations. These groups are working to ensure that no one in the community goes hungry. The fund helps strengthen their capacity to meet rising needs and deliver essential services. Through this effort, the Foundation continues its commitment to [...]
At last week’s New Mexico Safe School Summit, Silver Consolidated School student Elena Morales and Aldo Leopold Charter School students Kaelyn Doherty and Savanna Egge participated in a panel discussion on campus safety and violence. Speaking before law enforcement officials, policymakers, and educators from across the state, these students shared their experiences with lockdowns, the [...]
During the recent Grant County Commissioners meeting, a majority of commissioners voted to adopt a plan for a new $39.7 million courthouse—pending the availability of funding—after reviewing two options: a $24.3 million reconstruction of the existing courthouse and the construction of a fully compliant facility behind the historic building to create an expanded judicial complex. [...]
Congratulations to Silver High School students Max Johnson and Bailey Klement for being selected for the All-State Small School Band, earning recognition as two of the top high school musicians in New Mexico. Max achieved one of the leading tuba positions, securing the 1st Tuba part and placing second overall statewide. Bailey earned the 1st [...]
The City of Lordsburg and Hidalgo County have been awarded New Mexico Fire Protection Grant funding for projects scheduled in 2026. The City of Lordsburg received $347,500 to acquire a new Wildland Brush Truck, a specialized firefighting vehicle designed for rural and wildland environments, noted for its compact size, four-wheel drive capabilities, and maneuverability on [...]
The Grant County Cattle Growers recently helped raise funds to purchase the Grand Champion steer, shown at this year's Cliff-Gila Grant County Fair. The purchase was made possible through the support of additional donors, including American Ag Credit, Searing Industries, Randy and Katherine Moore, David McCauley, and MBM Contracting LLC. In addition to acquiring the [...]
The Village of Santa Clara recently approved several amendments during its Regular Meeting. The council authorized an amendment to Task Order No. 3 for the Oak Street bridge and roadway improvements, which will include design work, surveying, environmental certification, and hydraulic modeling of Cameron Creek. In addition, the council approved Amendment No. 1 to Task [...]
