New Mexico Counties awarded $325,000 to nine recipients through the 2026–2027 Wildfire Risk Reduction Grant Program to support community wildfire protection plan updates, fuel reduction projects and public education efforts. Recipients included Catron County for Community Wildfire Protection Plan updates and education initiatives and Grant County for wildfire education programs. Funding from the Federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act will help reduce wildfire risks through hazardous fuels management, community coordination and public outreach efforts led in partnership with multiple state and federal agencies.
The Marine Corps League Gaffney-Oglesby Detachment 1328 and the National Cemetery Administration will host a Memorial Day ceremony at Fort Bayard National Cemetery on Monday, May 25 at 10 a.m. The event will honor those who died while serving in the military and will feature the theme “Flags for Fallen Heroes: The Meaning Behind Memorial Day Flags.” Guest speaker Senator Gabriel Ramos will join opening remarks from cemetery manager Shane Delaney, along with wreath presentations, music by the Hi Lo Silvers choral group, bagpipes by Jim Dines, and traditional military honors.
The Hidalgo County Commission tabled a proposed purchase agreement with Diamond A Ranch involving easements on portions of Cloverdale Road and Foster Draw Road in the Bootheel after hearing public comments both for and against the proposal. The agreement could improve safety and create an opportunity to secure funding for repairs to other county roads, while opponents raised concerns about vacating county roads and future public access. The commission also appointed a group of freeholders to review the proposal and provide recommendations on whether the sale would benefit the county.
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We would like to take a minute to congratulate all the high school and college graduates across Grant, Luna, Hidalgo and Catron counties for their accomplishments and hard work throughout the year. Best wishes are extended to the Class of 2026 as graduates begin the next chapter of their lives and pursue future success in education, careers and personal goals. Congratulations to all the graduates and best of luck on your future endeavors.
