New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham will host a “Cabinet in Your Community” event tomorrow, July 17, at the Grant County Veterans Memorial Business and Conference Center. The event will feature a State Expo from 3:00 to 6:30 p.m., where representatives from various state agencies will be available to assist with services such as healthcare, food assistance, unemployment benefits, and more. A Town Hall will follow from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., providing an opportunity for community members to share ideas, receive updates, and engage directly with state and local leaders on issues important to the region.
Savannah Daniels, Hidalgo County Extension Agent with New Mexico State University, was recently honored with the Achievement Award for New Mexico for her exceptional contributions to agriculture and rural development. Throughout her tenure with the Extension Service, Mrs. Daniels has led numerous successful programs that have made a lasting impact on local producers. Her ongoing efforts play a vital role in promoting the economic viability and long-term sustainability of agriculture in Hidalgo County and the surrounding region. Congratulations to Mrs. Daniels.
Last in our News is an update on the Turkeyfeather and Goose Fire:
As of this morning, July 16, the Turkeyfeather Wildfire remains 19% contained. The Gila Las Cruces Zone Type 3 Team officially assumed command of the incident at 6:00 p.m. on July 15. In recent days, the fire has shown growth on its northwest flank, advancing toward the Willow Creek subdivision. Fire crews are actively monitoring this area to determine whether firing operations will be necessary and are continuing to implement protective measures to safeguard the community. Additional resources have been requested to support ongoing efforts.
The Goose Fire remains at 0% containment. Hotshot crews are returning to the southeast corner today to assess and prepare control lines as conditions permit, with a dozer being deployed to improve access to the fire perimeter. Thunderstorms and lightning are once again forecast over the fire area, potentially impacting operations. Additional engines are on standby to respond to any new fire starts caused by increased lightning activity.
