During the Silver Consolidated Schools Board of Education meeting, members approved the 2026-27 student handbooks for district schools with minor revisions after discussing dress code language, late-work policies, and enrollment requirements. The board also approved policy updates, moved forward with federal funding applications, and received an update on the district’s mental health programs, which are expected to continue through a combination of federal and state grant funding.
Bridge Village will hold a volunteer orientation and sign-up event at 2:30 p.m. June 19 at the Santa Clara Armory for community members interested in helping seniors remain in their homes and communities. The organization is part of a national network that supports aging in place through volunteer services such as technology assistance, social support, household chores and potentially transportation. Strong community interest has been shown since the effort began and they hope to launch services once volunteer teams are fully organized.
A $30 million flood protection project led by the New Mexico Border Authority in partnership with Luna County has reached a milestone with completion of Phase 3 of a multi-mile berm designed to protect the Columbus Port of Entry and surrounding areas. The infrastructure, which includes flood control and drainage improvements, is intended to reduce recurring flood risks affecting about 1,800 acres along the U.S.-Mexico border, including nearby communities in both New Mexico and Chihuahua, Mexico. The project is expected to improve public safety, support long-term economic development, and enable future growth in areas previously limited by flooding and lack of insurability.
In New Mexico news:
The New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department has announced that new Medicare cards are being mailed to some beneficiaries as part of a nationwide effort to improve security and reduce identity theft and fraudulent billing. State officials are urging residents to be cautious of scams, noting that Medicare will only communicate about replacement cards by mail and will never require activation or payment. Beneficiaries who receive a new card should update their healthcare records, destroy old cards, and monitor statements for suspicious activity.
