The Gila National Forest, Silver City Ranger District, is planning prescribed fire operations this fall, pending all necessary approvals. These operations are expected to continue through the spring, as weather conditions permit. The prescribed burns are part of ongoing forest management efforts to reduce overgrown vegetation and enhance community safety by lowering the risk of large-scale wildfires that could threaten [...]

On October 7, the Cobre Consolidated Schools Interim Superintendent met with parents and staff to discuss the upcoming Bond election. During the meeting, it was clarified that approval of the Bond would not result in a tax increase. Also, several proposed projects were highlighted, including the construction of a new high school and middle school. The Interim Superintendent emphasized a [...]

The Town of Silver City Council will convene its Regular Council Meeting on Tuesday, October 14, at 6:00 p.m. at the Grant County Administration Center. The meeting agenda will include the Manager’s Report; consideration and possible approval or disapproval of the 40-Year Water Plan Update; and consideration and possible approval or disapproval of Resolution 2025-31, a resolution authorizing the Town [...]

Hidalgo Medical Services has announced the installation of two new “Blessing Boxes”, also known as Community Food Pantry Boxes, at its Lordsburg and Silver City Med Square clinic locations. Guided by the principle “Take what you need. Leave what you can,” the Blessing Boxes are designed to provide accessible, judgment-free support for individuals and families experiencing food insecurity, housing instability, [...]

The Grant County Board of Commissioners will hold its Regular Meeting on Thursday, October 9, at 9:00 a.m. in the Commission Meeting Room at the Grant County Administration Center. The tentative agenda includes Public Input, Gila Regional Medical Center Reports, consideration of Resolution 25-62 regarding the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) Transportation Project Fund (TPF) for Ridge Road, and [...]

Last week, in advance of the upcoming special legislative session, a delegation from Western New Mexico University traveled to the state capitol. The Board of Regents Chairman and the University’s Interim President met with elected officials to discuss key issues, including reductions in federal higher education funding, workforce development initiatives, and the pending confirmation of a new member to the [...]

The federal government shutdown, which began Wednesday, has had an immediate impact in Grant County with the closure of the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument for the duration of the shutdown. In addition, the main office in Silver City and district ranger offices are closed, halting services such as the issuance of permits for firewood, minerals, and other forest materials. [...]

Alumni of the Changemakers Fellowship recently launched the Spark Change Awards, a new initiative recognizing schools that demonstrate that improved student outcomes are possible for all learners. The awards highlight schools that are either the highest-performing or the fastest-improving in literacy and math for Yazzie Martinez subgroups, including economically disadvantaged students, English Learners, Native American students, and students with disabilities. [...]

The Town of Hurley held its regular meeting to review recently completed projects as well as those still in progress. Updates included quality-of-life park improvements for the Big Muddy, where soil testing is underway to ensure plants will thrive on the property. The design work for Anza Street and Third Street has been completed, and the lift station is now [...]

The Grant County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) has partnered with the American Red Cross to provide and install free smoke alarms in homes without working units. Through the Red Cross Home Fire Campaign, smoke alarms will be made available to county residents, with the OEM coordinating installation. Grant County residents who need a smoke alarm can email the OEM [...]