The Village of Columbus is continuing its efforts to reestablish a local police department, reaching an important milestone with the addition of two new patrol vehicles designated for the Columbus Police Department. The vehicles represent a concrete step forward in rebuilding a municipal police force after more than a decade without one. This investment reflects [...]
Hidalgo Medical Services (HMS) has announced an expanded partnership with Gila Regional Medical Center (GRMC) to help increase access to specialty health care services in Hidalgo County. As part of this next phase, general surgery, orthopedics, podiatry, and urology services will soon be available at the HMS Lordsburg Main Clinic. This expansion reflects a shared [...]
The Gila National Forest has experienced a recent increase in vandalism at developed Forest Service sites such as trailheads, campgrounds, and other recreation areas, with some incidents posing serious public health and safety risks. These include biohazard contamination of vault toilets, creation of fire hazards from illegally harvested trees, and improper disposal of food and [...]
A draft policy for the next round of New Mexico Unit Fund water project applications has been released for public review, with listening sessions scheduled later this month in Catron, Grant, Hidalgo, and Luna counties. The fund, created from New Mexico’s $66 million share of the 2004 Arizona Water Settlements Act, is legally designated to [...]
The National Weather Service has reported that all of Grant County remains in severe (D2) drought status, with moderate to severe drought conditions firmly in place across Southwest New Mexico. The Gila River is running slightly below normal, while the Mimbres River has dried up and is expected to remain dry through the spring and [...]
During late January, the Mayor of Silver City participated in several community engagements, including a visit to the Gospel Mission to assess operations and meet with staff. The Mayor is also preparing to participate in upcoming New Mexico Department of Transportation meetings, including a stakeholders meeting on February 5 and a public meeting on February [...]
The Silver City MainStreet Project has announced two major infrastructure initiatives scheduled for this year. One project involves renovations to the Silco Theatre aimed at improving accessibility and enhancing its function as a performing arts venue. The work will be paid for through state capital outlay funding in partnership with the town of Silver City, [...]
The New Mexico Rural Health Care Delivery Fund has had a significant impact on Hidalgo Medical Services (HMS) by helping strengthen healthcare access, expanding critical services, and supporting innovative solutions for rural communities across Grant and Hidalgo Counties. Through this funding, HMS has advanced essential initiatives, including the expansion of neuropsychological testing services and the [...]
Entering the 2026 legislative session, the Village of Santa Clara is seeking $1 million in funding from the Grant County’s Regional Water Project. The funding would contribute toward the estimated $14.85 million construction cost of a water transmission line connecting Santa Clara to Hanover. This connection represents a key component of a broader initiative to [...]
The state is preparing to distribute funding from last year’s Behavioral Health Reform and Investment Act to assess its long-term service needs to strengthen behavioral health care. In the Sixth Judicial District—comprising Grant, Luna, and Hidalgo counties—planning efforts are underway as stakeholders work to determine priorities. Early access funding will be directed toward one of [...]
