The Henry V. Morales Recreation Center is set to open its doors in mid-July, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony tentatively scheduled for July 17. The 27,426-square-foot facility includes three maple-floored courts for basketball, volleyball, and nine pickleball courts, all surrounded by a three-lane walking track. Additional amenities include a 1,422-square-foot multi-generational lounge with billiards, air hockey, a gaming area, and interactive learning technologies, as well as a maple-floored fitness room, flexible multi-purpose rooms with kitchenettes, and a soon-to-be-completed outdoor all-abilities playground. The recreation center will be open to the public free of charge.
Through the generous support of the Grant County community and their purchase of New Mexico-grown pecans, two recent local high school graduates have each been awarded a $1,500 scholarship for the 2025–2026 academic year from the Chapter AG, P.E.O. Foundation Scholarship account. This year’s recipients are Shea Barentine and Cheyanne Medrano. A National Honor Society member at Cliff High School, Shea served as secretary of FCCLA and basketball team manager. Cheyanne, an honors graduate of Cobre High School, participated in MESA, Key Club, National History Day, and Theater, and has also been active in 4-H and Girl Scouts.
The Silver City Jacob Bennett Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) has announced its America 250 community project, titled “In the Spirit of 1776.” Designed to commemorate America’s upcoming 250th anniversary. Beginning July 4, DAR will begin collecting 1,776 patriotic notes and messages from children, students, and adults throughout the community. These messages will be sealed in a time capsule and preserved until the nation’s 250th anniversary next year. Community members are encouraged to begin thinking about their contributions and visit the DAR booth at Gough Park on July 4 to participate.
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Celebrating the Fourth of July outdoors is a cherished national tradition, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service welcomes visitors to enjoy the holiday this Friday. However, fireworks and pyrotechnics are strictly prohibited on all public lands, including every forest and campsite, at all times. To ensure a safe and enjoyable Independence Day, visitors are encouraged to check the Gila National Forest website for the latest alerts on site and trail conditions, have alternate destinations in mind, and follow all fire safety guidelines. With Stage 2 fire restrictions currently in effect, the Forest Service urges everyone to recreate responsibly, carry tools to extinguish flames, and report any wildfires by calling 911—always knowing before you go.
