The Silver and Cliff FFA chapters had an outstanding week at the New Mexico FFA State Career Development Events in Las Cruces. The Cliff FFA teams, including the Horse and Pasture and Range teams, both earned 8th place overall. The Silver FFA Horse Team secured 3rd place, with Arenna Rogers achieving 5th place individually. Additionally, the Silver FFA Landscape Design Team placed 7th, and the Milk Quality and Products Team finished in 10th place. Congratulations to all the winners.
Fifth-grade students at Bataan Elementary School will lead a tribute to honor the sacrifices made by those involved in the Bataan Death March. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, April 9, at 10 a.m. in the school’s gymnasium. Through their presentations, the students will emphasize the historical significance of the march and pay tribute to those who endured its hardships.
As a reminder, Hidalgo Medical Services (HMS) is offering a $500 Healthcare Scholarship for students pursuing a career in healthcare. To apply, students are required to submit the following: an official high school transcript, three letters of reference, verification of college or university enrollment for Fall 2025, and a 1,000-word personal statement outlining their healthcare career goals. The application deadline is April 25th. For more information and to apply, visit website.
In New Mexico Game and Fish news:
The Department of Game and Fish is conducting checkpoints across the state during this hunting season to gather biological data and identify wildlife law violations. As a result, the public may experience minor delays. Department officers may be supported by other law enforcement agencies, including the U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, New Mexico State Police, and county sheriff’s offices. To report a wildlife crime, individuals can contact Operation Game Thief at the toll-free number 1-800-432-GAME (4263). Callers may remain anonymous and are eligible for cash rewards for information that leads to charges being filed.
