Sixth Street Elementary School marked its 144-year legacy with a farewell celebration as Silver Consolidated Schools prepares to close the campus at the end of the school year on May 29 as part of district consolidation efforts. The event highlighted the school’s historical significance as one of the oldest continuously used educational sites in the state and for its longstanding contributions to education, cultural advancement and community development. The school’s legacy will continue, as Western New Mexico University plans to purchase and renovate the property to house its College of Education and a new Early Childhood Center of Excellence, expected to open in fall 2027.
In support of Mental Health Awareness Month, Lordsburg’s R.V. Traylor Elementary School’s after-school entrepreneurship program recently raised $577 to support local suicide awareness initiatives, demonstrating both business skill development and community engagement. Through their fundraising efforts, students contributed resources to support individuals affected by suicide while helping promote mental health awareness in the community. The initiative highlights the positive impact youth-led projects can have in addressing important social issues.
The United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service has proposed amendments to its land use regulations that would exempt administrative site leases from special use requirements. The proposed deregulatory change aims to better align Forest Service leasing practices with private real estate market standards. The agency is seeking public input on the proposal, with written comments required by June 5. To learn more about the proposed amendments and how to submit comments, visit website.
In New Mexico Voting news:
The New Mexico Secretary of State has announced a transition to semi-open primaries, expanding voter participation in major party candidate selection for general elections. Under the updated rules, voters registered with a major party must vote within their party, while independent or “declined-to-state” voters may choose either a Democratic or Republican ballot without changing their registration. Voters can confirm their registration status through the website, and the changes will take effect for the upcoming primary elections on June 2.
