Last week, in advance of the upcoming special legislative session, a delegation from Western New Mexico University traveled to the state capitol. The Board of Regents Chairman and the University’s Interim President met with elected officials to discuss key issues, including reductions in federal higher education funding, workforce development initiatives, and the pending confirmation of a new member to the University’s governing board. Western New Mexico University reaffirmed its commitment to collaborating with state leaders and fellow higher education institutions to develop strategic solutions that address federal funding challenges and safeguard educational and workforce training programs across the state.

A micro-surfacing project is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, October 7, along U.S. 180 west of Silver City. The work will occur between milepost 87 near Riverside and milepost 110, approximately two miles west of Silver City. During construction, lane closures and pilot car operations will be in effect. Motorists are advised to reduce speed, follow all traffic control devices, and anticipate potential delays. Expected completion of the project is October 31, weather permitting.

In Election News: 

Residents of Grant, Luna, Hidalgo, and Catron Counties are encouraged to shape the future of their communities by participating in the upcoming election. Early voting begins tomorrow, October 7 and will continue through November 1, at the designated polling locations:

In Grant County

  • October 7th-Nov. 1st-Grant County Clerks’ Office- (Mon.-Fri. & Sat. Nov. 1st– 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
  • October 18th-Nov. 1st- Bayard Community Center- (Tues.-Sat.-9 a.m. to 6 p.m.)

In Luna County

  • October 7th– Nov. 1st– Luna County Clerk’s Office – (Mon.-Fri.-8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.) 
  • October 18th-Oct. 31st– Mimbres Valley Learning Center- (Tues.-Fri.- 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.)  (Saturday’s-9 a.m.to 5 p.m.)
  • November 1st-Luna County Clerk’s Office-10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Mimbres Valley Learning Center-9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

 

 In Hidalgo County

  • October 7th-Nov. 1st-–Hidalgo County Courthouse- (Mon.-Thurs.- 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.)

 

In Catron County

  • October 7th– Nov. 1st- Catron County Courthouse- Monday-Friday-(8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) Nov. 1st-(10 a.m. to 6 p.m.)