During the Hurley Town Council meeting, the council appointed Aron Phillips to the position of mayor pro tem on the recommendation of Mayor Maynes. The council also filled its remaining vacant seat by appointing Grant County Animal Control Officer Jason Cox. In addition, Darlene McBride was reappointed as town clerk/treasurer, Kevin Vigil as police chief, [...]
The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) has announced the implementation of new safety enhancements along U.S. 180, following community input and ongoing safety evaluations aimed at improving public safety while maintaining traffic efficiency. These updates include a reduction of the posted speed between Arenas Valley and Silver City from 55 to 45 mph, as [...]
The New Mexico legislative session began yesterday, launching a 30-day period during which legislators from across the state will work to advance higher education and workforce training initiatives aimed at strengthening communities and fostering change for all New Mexicans. During the session, Western New Mexico University will highlight key priorities focused on campus modernization and [...]
The second public meeting for the 2026 update of the Grant County Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP), which is being developed to help reduce wildfire risk within the community, will take place on January 22 at 6:00 p.m. in the Commissioners Meeting Room at the Grant County Administration Building. Members of the public will also [...]
The Silver City Public Library Foundation recently approved funding for renovations to the library building, including new flooring and replacement doors intended to improve sound reduction. The board approved spending up to $20,000 for flooring, carpet in the staff workroom, along with replacement of carpet squares in the main library area, and the replacement of [...]
The Town of Silver City Council will convene a Special Council Meeting on January 21 at 6:00 p.m. at the Grant County Administration Center. Agenda items include the Mayor’s appointment of boards and commissions for Council consideration; approval or disapproval of Resolution 2026-04, a resolution committing funds to the Village of Santa Clara for the [...]
The New Mexico Legislature will convene for a 30-day session from Jan. 20 to Feb. 19, with a primary focus on approving the state budget and addressing key policy issues. Topics relevant to Grant County include funding for Phase 2 of the U.S. 180 widening project, replacement of aging rural school buses, regulation of off-road [...]
Gila Regional Medical Center will launch a new campaign this month aimed at achieving five-star patient ratings, which are critical to patient satisfaction, reputation and overall quality performance. The campaign will focus on the patient’s perception of the hospital from arrival through discharge and was developed by a 14-member team with emphasis on phone etiquette, [...]
The Silver City Police Department has announced the appointment of a new command staff, including one lieutenant and two captains, who have been tasked with developing and implementing strategies to support a more community-oriented approach to policing. Under the direction of the Chief of Police, the new leadership team will focus on expanding community outreach [...]
Aldo Leopold Charter School is seeking to maintain and improve Fort Bayard and is requesting community input to help guide restoration efforts. School representatives are asking residents to share their perspectives on what improvements or resources are most needed in the area. Community feedback will be used to inform future planning and restoration priorities at [...]
