Gila National Forest Offices will be closed on Thursday, November 24th in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Holiday tree permits are now on sale and cutting is allowed now through December 31st. It is suggested, when planning to harvest a tree, remember to check the local weather forecast before heading out and be prepared for sudden changes in weather [...]

The New Mexico Department of Transportation teamed up with the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish to educate the public regarding the rules and regulations of OHV (off-highway vehicles) riding on New Mexico roadways. According to their news release; “The New Mexico Legislature amended Section 66-3-1011 NMSA 1978, to allow a county or municipality, by ordinance or resolution, [...]

Students at Lordsburg High School collaborated with Julie Montenegro from the Recovery Management Center (located at the old Sunshine Nursing Home) and collected food items as a community service project. In Lordsburg, Emergency food is available for those in need at the RMC, Tuesday through Thursday from 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. in addition to Monday and Friday by [...]

The New Mexico Department of Transportation Traffic Safety Division and Safer New Mexico Now is hosting an in-person Child Car Seat Inspection and Toy Drive on Saturday December 10th from 10:00 A.M. to 12 P.M. at Sisbarro of Deming, located at 4211 New Mexico Highway 549. According to a news release, “This free educational event provides parents and caregivers [...]

The Grant County Copper Cowbelles are now accepting scholarship applications at any time during the year to allow increased flexibility in accommodating the needs the applying students. The scholarships can be applied to college degrees in agricultural fields in addition to supporting students wishing to attend trade schools or take on apprenticeships in welding, plumbers, electricians, and lineman. The [...]

This Thursday, November 17th marks the last day to have mail in Forth Bayard Wreath orders postmarked. These wreaths will be distributed on December 16th to remember and honor veterans at Ft Bayard National Cemetery over the Christmas holiday season. According to a news release, “unique to Fort Bayard is that local, special requests for wreath placements are honored [...]