The Grant Soil and Water Conservation District has been actively engaged in several community outreach initiatives this fall. One of the primary projects is the Rolling Rivers Trailer, a tool designed to educate the public about watersheds. In addition, the District has partnered with the Bureau of Land Management and the U.S. Forest Service to implement thinning projects in the Pinos Altos area. They are also collaborating on a range monitoring project, supported by Emergency Watershed Protection funding, to assist landowners impacted by property damage from the Black Fire.
This month, Silver City Police officers took part in a special charity initiative. They grew out their beards and each contributed $40, with an additional matching donation from the Silver City Police Officers Association (SCPOA). Together, they raised a total of $1,000. These funds were used to purchase gift certificates from Silver City Food Basket, which were distributed to families in need, allowing them to buy a turkey or any other food they desired for a fulfilling Thanksgiving.
The Youth Murals Program has dedicated much of the past year to the creation of the CP Anderson Vista Mural. Students from San Lorenzo designed the mural, crafting clay representations of flora, fauna, and rocks. The glazing was completed by art students from Cobre High School and members of the Aldo Leopold High School Youth Conservation Corps (YCC), while the installation was carried out by YCC members, college students, and volunteers. The mural, which illustrates the principles of wilderness and celebrates the Gila Wilderness Act, was funded through a New Mexico Outdoor Equity Grant, a USDA Forest Service grant, the NM Youth Conservation Corps, and private donations. A special dedication ceremony for the mural is scheduled for next month.
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Due to the increasing number of crashes, the Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office hosted a crash scene investigation training led by the New Mexico State Police (NMSP) crash reconstruction team. During the training, deputies gained valuable knowledge on how to properly investigate crashes and preserve evidence. The Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office is committed to continuing to offer advanced training to its deputies, ensuring that the residents of Hidalgo County are properly served.
