Level 4 nursing students from Western New Mexico University have partnered with Gila Regional Medical Center through the Strive for 5 Initiative, a clinical collaboration designed to improve patient safety and healthcare outcomes. The program focuses on medication accuracy, falls prevention, infection control, effective hand-off communication and patient-centered rounding, giving students hands-on experience implementing evidence-based practices under the guidance of hospital nurses and WNMU clinical instructors while reinforcing a culture of safe, high-quality patient care.
The Grant County Commission approved a three-year extension for the proposed 252-megawatt Great Divide Wind Farm as the project awaits federal aviation and military airspace approvals that have delayed construction. Commissioners also renewed the county’s Wildlife Services contract to address nuisance wildlife, while calling for improved staffing, reporting and accountability. In addition, the commission approved placing the renewal of the county’s rolling $8 million general obligation bond on the ballot, noting that renewing the bond would maintain the current property tax rate while continuing to fund road and infrastructure projects.
Luna County has officially lifted all fire restrictions after recent rainfall improved fire conditions. County officials remind residents and visitors that outdoor burning is still subject to the Burn Notice Application process outlined in Resolution 25-47, Section 8, and encourage safe burning practices, including monitoring weather conditions, avoiding burns during high winds, never leaving fires unattended, and ensuring they are completely extinguished. Officials encourage anyone with questions to contact the county or visit its website for more information.
In New Mexico news:
Real estate professionals in Southwest New Mexico are warning property owners about a scam targeting vacant land and unoccupied properties, particularly those owned by out-of-state residents. Scammers impersonate property owners to fraudulently sell land, often avoiding phone or video verification and pushing for quick, remote closings. Experts urge owners to keep property records up to date, monitor their land records and verify any unexpected sale inquiries, while brokers and title companies are increasing identity checks to prevent fraudulent transactions.
