Grant County Search and Rescue is proud to announce that Marc Levesque, a dedicated long-time member, has been awarded the 2025 Ralph Dawdy Memorial Award, which recognizes a New Mexico Search and Rescue volunteer for their exceptional contributions to both NMSAR and the community. Marc began his career as a field team member, conducting search and rescue operations for lost [...]

The Grant County Sheriff's Office is advising residents of a notable increase in scam-related phone calls affecting the local community. According to multiple reports, individuals are receiving calls from scammers posing as authorities or other trusted figures, demanding personal information, money, gift cards, or even ransom payments under the false pretense of holding a family member captive. Residents are urged [...]

Last weekend, the Deming Police Department, in partnership with the New Mexico State Police, the Luna County Health Council, and the Coalition Against Teens Using Substances Luna County, successfully hosted the National Drug Take Back Event. Held in both Deming and Columbus, the collaborative effort resulted in the collection of 109.45 pounds of unused or expired medications. This initiative plays [...]

Due to ongoing windy and dry conditions combined with rising temperatures, the Gila National Forest has implemented Stage 2 fire restrictions. Under these restrictions, the use of open flames is strictly prohibited, including building, maintaining, attending, or using campfires, stove fires, charcoal, and briquettes. Additionally, the use of internal combustion engines, battery-powered equipment capable of producing sparks, welding tools, and [...]

The Silver City Public Works Department has announced the completion of Phase Four of the multi-year Little Walnut Road improvement project by mid-May. This phase spans approximately half a mile, beginning just north of Chavez Lane and extending to just south of Jack Frost Drive. The improvements include new paving, the installation of curbs and gutters, ADA-compliant sidewalks on the [...]

Animal Control of Silver City is launching a proactive initiative to promote rabies vaccinations in response to a recent increase in reported cases in neighboring counties. The ongoing drought has intensified wildlife movement as animals seek water sources, leading to a higher likelihood of interaction with the community. To safeguard both pets and residents, Animal Control aims to raise awareness [...]

The Aldo Leopold Charter School Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) mural crew recently completed the installation of the latest Youth Mural Program project at San Lorenzo Elementary. Under the guidance of artist Kathryn Allen, San Lorenzo students contributed original depictions of local flora and fauna, which were also featured in a previous mural at CP Anderson Vista. The ceramic pieces were [...]

The Gila National Forest’s Reserve Ranger District will temporarily close approximately 4.5 miles of Forest Road 141 (Reserve Beaverhead Road) this summer to facilitate the removal and replacement of the South Fork Negrito Creek bridge, located just east of South Fork Campground. The closure will begin on May 5 and will extend from the intersection of Forest Road 503 to [...]