Officials with the Gila National Forest report that firefighting resources have completed annual training, passed readiness reviews and are fully prepared for wildfire response. Available assets include hotshot crews, hand crews, engine crews, helicopters and unmanned aerial systems, all supported by the Silver City Airtanker Base, Incident Support Cache and Interagency Dispatch Center, with additional resources available as needed. The National Interagency Fire Center reported that above-normal fire potential is expected to continue through June due to ongoing drought conditions and widespread tree mortality.
Silver Consolidated Schools has announced the launch of a new online resource to share information about the future of the Cliff Combined Schools project. Developed by Dekker, the project webpage offers insight into the planning and design process, including updates on the project’s vision, design concepts, and overall direction. The initiative reflects ongoing input from staff, students, and the Cliff community, with an emphasis on creating a learning environment that supports education, honors local traditions, and serves as a central hub for the community. To learn more visit website.
The Town of Silver City is inviting residents to take an active role in shaping the community’s future at an upcoming Community Priorities Workshop on April 24. The event will give participants a chance to share ideas and help establish the key goals that will guide the Town’s Comprehensive Plan update. The workshop is scheduled from 10 a.m. to noon at the Murray Hotel, and community members are encouraged to attend and make their voices heard.
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A Secretarial Natural Disaster Designation has been issued, enabling the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) to provide emergency credit to agricultural producers in Grant, Luna, and Hidalgo counties as they recover from recent disasters. These emergency loans may be used for a range of recovery needs, including replacing essential equipment or livestock, reorganizing farming operations, or refinancing certain debts. Loan applications will be evaluated based on the extent of losses, available collateral, and the applicant’s ability to repay. The deadline to apply is December 10. For more information and to apply, visit the website.
