The Western New Mexico University Board of Regents officially appointed Jose Coll, Ph.D., as the institution’s 16th president following a hybrid meeting yesterday. He will serve under a three-year contract that includes an automatic two-year extension upon successful completion of his first year. During the meeting, Dr. Coll briefly addressed regents and the university community, emphasizing a leadership approach centered on collaboration, active listening, and responsiveness to the evolving needs of students and the workforce. Dr. Coll will assume the role of WNMU president on July 1.
Emergency medical services at Gila Regional Medical Center are enhancing their communication capabilities with the installation of a new radio system across six ambulances, expected to be in place by early April. The upgraded system will include handheld radios for staff, integration with state law enforcement communications, and added safety features such as emergency alert functions and GPS tracking. The goal of the new improvements is to help strengthen coordination, situational awareness, and overall operational efficiency for EMS personnel serving the region.
The New Mexico Department of Veterans’ Services (NMDVS) will bring its mobile outreach vehicle to Deming on March 20, 2026, providing on-site assistance to veterans and their families from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Luna County Courthouse. The NMDVS team will offer support with both federal and state veterans’ benefits, including help with applications, as well as guidance on health care, compensation, pension, and education benefits. Information on additional state programs and services available to veterans and their families will also be provided.
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The New Mexico Health Care Authority reminds residents that under the Parental Responsibility Act, parents who are behind on child support payments may be denied hunting or fishing licenses in the state. Each month, the Child Support Services Division provides a certified list of noncompliant parents to 63 state agencies that issue licenses. To assist unemployed or underemployed parents, the program offers STEPUp!, a partnership with the New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions that helps connect parents with job opportunities and training so they can meet their support obligations. Parents seeking to avoid delays in obtaining a hunting or fishing license can contact the Child Support Services Division by visiting website.
