Western New Mexico University’s (WNMU) nursing program has been ranked No. 1 in New Mexico in RegisteredNursing.org’s https://www.registerednursing.org/state/new-mexico/#show 2027 Best RN Program Rankings. The recognition reflects the university’s 100% first-time pass rate on the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses during the most recent reporting year, with all 18 students taking the exam passing on their first attempt. WNMU offers a pre-licensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, along with an online RN-to-BSN pathway for registered nurses looking to advance their education.
The Southwest Solid Waste Authority has approved a policy giving independent trash haulers a landfill fee allowance if they have contracts with Grant County municipalities. The policy was discussed during the Grant County Board of Commissioners meeting and approved by the authority on a 4-1 vote. Board members also accepted a $300,000 emergency state grant to purchase three waste compactors to help conserve space in the landfill’s current cell, which has an estimated three to four months of capacity remaining.
Silver Consolidated Schools has announced that La Plata Middle School recently received a $1,000 grant from the Albertsons Foundation to strengthen support for teachers and staff. The funding will be used to stock the school’s staff lounge with healthy snacks, meals and essential supplies, helping provide additional resources for employees throughout the school day. The grant is aimed to help recognise the important role educators and school staff play in supporting student success.
In Election news:
As a reminder, tomorrow, October 31, is the final day for early voting in Grant, Luna, Hidalgo and Catron counties ahead of the November 3 General Election. Voters can cast their ballots at their respective county clerk’s offices, with additional early voting locations in Grant and Luna counties at the Bayard Community Center and Mimbres Valley Learning Center. Eligible residents may also register and vote on the same day at participating locations. For additional polling locations, voting hours and sample ballots, visit NMVote.org.