Hidalgo Medical Services is reminding residents of Grant and Hidalgo counties that naloxone, commonly known by the brand name Narcan, is available through two vending machines located at HMS facilities. Naloxone is a medication that can rapidly reverse the effects of an opioid overdose, including those involving prescription opioids, heroin and fentanyl. The machines are part of New Mexico’s statewide naloxone distribution initiative, funded through a federal grant and administered by the New Mexico Health Care Authority to increase access to overdose prevention resources.
With New World screwworm cases continuing to be reported in southern New Mexico, the NMSU Cooperative Extension Service will host an informational meeting today, November 12, at 6 p.m. at the Southwestern New Mexico State Fairgrounds, Building 1, located in Deming. The meeting will provide information about the parasitic fly, its potential impact on animals, warning signs of infestation and steps residents can take to help prevent its spread. The meeting comes as state officials continue monitoring confirmed cases and designated infested zones across southern New Mexico.
The Hidalgo County Cowboy Hall of Fame welcomed its 2026 honorees during an induction ceremony at the Lordsburg-Hidalgo County Museum. Recognized for their contributions to the county’s ranching heritage were Barbara Hoggett, Rex Kipp Jr., Lance Williams, and Murray and Judy Keeler, while Valley Mercantile was honored for its longtime support of the livestock industry. The ceremony also included the dedication of the Hall of Fame room in memory of Hoggett, who helped establish the program in 1999. The event celebrated the individuals and local businesses whose work helped preserve and support the county’s ranching traditions.
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New Mexico is among nine states participating in a new U.S. Department of Agriculture pilot program designed to improve conservation planning and simplify financial assistance for farmers and ranchers. Announced by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the “Farmer First, Field Focused” initiative will allow conservation staff to spend more time working directly with producers. The program supports conservation efforts involving water efficiency, soil health, grazing management and land preservation. The initiative could benefit agricultural operations in Grant and Hidalgo counties, where drought, water availability and sustainable land management remain ongoing concerns.