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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 [...]

The Silver City Gospel Mission now has a new 2025 Ford Transit T250 refrigerated van, made possible through the sponsorship of Roadrunner Food Bank. This important addition will help enhance the Mission’s capacity to safely transport fresh and perishable foods, allowing deliveries to reach even the most remote areas of Grant County and ensure that [...]

The Grant County Sheriff’s Office (GCSO) has introduced a new Community Feedback Portal aimed at providing residents with a simple and accessible way to share their experiences and feedback regarding interactions with sheriff’s office deputies. Community members can submit comments by scanning a QR code displayed on informational flyers throughout Grant County. The initiative is [...]

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, [...]