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, as well as a pilot grant from a program through the Creative Industries Division of the New Mexico. In addition, MainStreet plans to pursue further upgrades to downtown civic infrastructure through New Mexico MainStreet’s Great Blocks Program, with the goal of improving pedestrian safety, addressing street conditions, and increasing ADA accessibility throughout the downtown area.
During a recent Western New Mexico University Board of Regents meeting, officials announced progress in the national search for a new president, which is expected to yield five finalists who will visit the campus and surrounding community in late February and early March. The board also discussed an updated plan for the New Mexico Center of Excellence for Early Childhood Education, shifting focus toward the acquisition and renovation of Sixth Street Elementary School. The facility would house the early childhood education center and the School of Education, a move expected to reduce costs while strengthening connections between the university and the local community.
Deming has been named the top town in New Mexico where Social Security dollars go further, according to a recent statewide feature by Family Destination Guide. The article ranks Deming first, citing its lower-than-average cost of living, with expenses estimated at approximately 20 percent below the national average. It also highlights the town’s small-town atmosphere and historic character, including landmarks such as the Baker Hotel and Deming’s iconic blue water tower, which the feature describes as a symbol of the community’s welcoming and nostalgic charm.
In other news:
The New Mexico Department of Transportation(NMDOT) has announced that Interstate 10 bridge at Exit 24 near Lordsburg has reopened to traffic following the completion of repairs. The bridge was closed in March of 2025 after a commercial motor vehicle hit the structure. NMDOT would like to thank the traveling public for its patience while funding was secured, a contractor was selected, and the necessary repairs were completed to ensure the bridge could be safely reopened.
