Tomorrow, September 17th, over 20 PNM employees will volunteer their time to support local community projects across southwest New Mexico. Employees will visit the Indian Springs Ranch in Mimbres where the team will assist with tree thinning, weed removal, landscaping tasks, and hauling away unwanted vegetation or debris. That same day, PNM employees will also provide assistance at the Deming Senior Center, where they will perform yard work, clean parking areas and windows, remove weeds, and potentially repaint designated handicap parking spaces.
At the recent Grant County Commission meeting, officials finalized budget adjustments for fiscal year 2026 and approved significant property tax increases. The increases stemmed from a state-mandated mill levy adjustment that the county is required to adopt. Overall, the net change amounts to approximately 25.2 percent for residential properties and 18.1 percent for nonresidential properties. Exact rates vary depending on whether a property falls within the 1-IN or 1-OUT taxation district—both of which contribute to funding Silver Schools.
The Bayard City Council will hold its Regular Meeting on September 17 at 4:30 p.m. at Bayard City Hall. The agenda includes a Domestic Violence Presentation, discussion of the Community Forest Management Plan, consideration of Resolution 8-2025 regarding the New Mexico Capital Outlay Grant Agreement, as well as reports from the mayor and councilors. The meeting will also provide an opportunity for public input.
Last in our news:
The Bureau of Land Management has announced the winners of the 2025 Rangeland Stewardship and Rangeland Innovations Awards, which honor exemplary management practices and significant achievements in restoring and sustaining the health of public rangelands. The Rangeland Innovations Awards specifically highlight creativity, adaptability, and innovative approaches to long-standing rangeland stewardship challenges, complementing the accomplishments recognized by the Rangeland Stewardship Awards. The 2025 Rangeland Innovations Award in the Collaborative Team Category has been awarded to the Massey Ranch Precision Ranching and Virtual Fencing Project of Animas. This project represents a notable advancement in sustainable agriculture and conservation, emphasizing improved rangeland stewardship, native plant restoration, and wildlife habitat enhancement. By applying emerging technologies, the initiative effectively manages grazing practices while reducing environmental impacts on public lands. Congratulations to the Massey Ranch on this prestigious award.
