At Silver High, La Plata Middle School, Harrison Elementary, and across all campuses, significant progress is being made to ensure students feel comfortable and supported through the School-Based Mental Health Grant. This initiative is the result of the dedication and vision of the Mental Health Case Management Liaison and campus principals, who have worked together to transform common areas into welcoming spaces for students to connect, study, and recharge. These improvements are specifically designed to foster a sense of community and belonging, while also promoting both mental health and academic success.
Interested in making a difference in your community? The Santa Clara Volunteer Fire Department is looking for volunteers as a rewarding way to give back to the community. Volunteers play a crucial role in responding to emergencies, providing fire safety education, and assisting with equipment and maintenance. By joining, individuals gain valuable training, develop teamwork skills, and become an integral part of a dedicated team that helps protect lives and the community. For more information, contact the Santa Clara Volunteer Fire Department at 575-537-3780.
In December, the New Mexico Department of Transportation received a $400,000 rebate check from PNM for the installation of Level 3 Fast Chargers. These funds support the operation of electric vehicle (EV) DC fast chargers in many 4 different cities including Deming. The rebate initiative, offering $25,000 per operational Level 3 EV Fast Charger, is designed to incentivize the development of charging infrastructure within the PNM service area for commercial use.
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The New Mexico Department of Health recently announced a positive trend in the fight against alcohol misuse, revealing a second consecutive year of decline in alcohol-related deaths. In 2023, the state recorded 1,896 deaths, down from 2,067 in 2022 and 2,274 in 2021, signaling significant progress in addressing this long-standing issue. Historically, New Mexico has had the highest alcohol-related death rate in the nation, but the state has now achieved a 17.3% decrease in its age-adjusted death rate, dropping from 102.3 to 84.5 per in 2023. This reduction highlights the success of community-driven prevention efforts and collaborative strategies aimed at curbing alcohol misuse across the state.
