Gila Regional Medical Center is expanding its security efforts with the purchase of the ZeroEyes weapons detection system, approved by the hospital’s Board of Trustees through a three-year, $65,000 agreement. The system will integrate with existing security cameras to detect visible weapons, including firearms and machetes, while alerts are verified by ZeroEyes staff before notifying designated emergency contacts and law enforcement. The technology is part of a larger safety improvement plan that also includes panic buttons, a visitor badging system, 24-hour emergency department security personnel, and staff training in de-escalation and recognizing volatile situations.
During a recent meeting, the Deming City Manager reported that several major city projects are moving forward, including stabilizing operations at the Senior Citizens Center, where financial issues were resolved to protect approximately $1.2 million in state and federal funding. Recent legislative funding brought nearly $1.9 million in capital outlay projects, while plans continue for $2.5 million in street improvements and a $5 million Interstate 10 beautification project.
Congratulations to Bobby Valdez from Animas who brought home top honors from the AQHA Versatility Ranch Horse World Show, earning the title of Level 1 Amateur Heading World Champion and finishing as the Ranching Heritage Challenge Amateur Heading Reserve World Champion. Bobby and his horse, Knot A Blu, better known as “Donkey,” secured their place at the event by successfully competing in qualifying shows throughout the regular season, showcasing their talent and dedication on the national stage.
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Grant County Prospectors marked a new chapter July ninth with their annual Passing of the Gavel meeting, blending tradition, recognition, and renewed purpose for the year ahead. Special guest and honorary member Dr. Jose Coll, the new President of Western New Mexico University, was also in attendance.
Outgoing President Romeo Cruz opened the meeting with appreciation for the organization and reflected on the accomplishments of the past year. Dr. Sabrina Pack then led the formal passing of leadership, honoring Romeo for his dedicated service and presenting him with a gavel plaque.
Incoming President Priscilla Lucero received the President’s gavel and recognized the new leadership team: Laura Phelps, First Vice President; Mike McMillian, Second Vice President; Jamie Sechrist, Secretary; Vladimir Gnilozubov, Treasurer; Mike McMillian, By-laws Chair; Dr. Sabrina Pack, Membership Chair; and Kim Clark and Jamie Sechrist, Advocacy Co-Chairs.
Lucero also celebrated more than ten-point-eight million dollars secured for local organizations through capital outlay and other funding sources. Annual service awards were presented to Misty Pugmire and Dr. Sabrina Pack for their outstanding service to the Prospectors and long-standing dedication to Grant County.
