The Hummingbird Fire, which began on April 20 approximately 15 miles east of Glenwood, has grown to 5,650 acres and is 70 percent contained as of the morning of May 7. Officials reported that May 6 marked the final update from the Gila Las Cruces Type 3 Incident Management Team with future updates being provided by the Gila National Forest. Fire managers noted that recent moisture contributed to increased containment, particularly along the southeast perimeter where the fire burned above Iron Creek within the 2024 Ridge Fire scar. Current operations include continued preparation along Bursum and Bearwallow Roads, supported by heavy equipment used to mulch debris created during suppression efforts.
Hidalgo Medical Services announced it has received formal notification from the Health Resources and Services Administration confirming the organization is in full compliance with all Federally Qualified Health Center program requirements. The determination follows a multiday Operational Site Visit during which federal reviewers conducted a comprehensive evaluation of HMS governance, clinical services, quality and patient safety programs, financial oversight, and administrative operations. Achieving full compliance confirms that HMS meets or exceeds all federal standards required to operate as a Federally Qualified Health Center.
Three students at Western New Mexico University were inducted into the 2025–2026 Student Hall of Fame in recognition of their academic achievement, leadership, and service to the campus community. Honorees Keana Huerta, Carlos Carranza, and Nayeli Mancilla were selected for their involvement in student government, public service, and campus initiatives, as well as their dedication to supporting fellow students and contributing to the university and the Silver City community. Congratulations to all three students on this amazing accomplishment.
In New Mexico news:
The Land of Enchantment Young Ambassadors will host a free Beautification Youth Summit on May 16 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The event is designed to promote leadership development and community engagement among New Mexico high school students by providing workshops focused on organizing local beautification and cleanup efforts while encouraging participants to represent and improve their communities. The deadline to register is May 13. For more information and to register visit, website.
