December 18, 2017: Local News
Here’s a look at today’s news: The Silver City MainStreet Project received a grant from the New Mexico Resiliency Alliance to beautify downtown Silver City. The funds were used to replant the medians at the intersection of Bullard and College Streets and to completely rehab a block of Spring Street between Bullard and Texas Streets. Plants that had become [...]
Weather Delays and Announcements: December 18, 2017
Due to icy conditions several schools are on a two hour delay. Reporting in include: Silver Schools and Calvary Christian are on a two hour delay, except Cliff schools which are on a regular schedule. Cobre Schools are on a two hour delay. Guadalupe will be opening at 10am as will Silver magistrate and municipal courts. Due to inclement weather, all [...]
December 15, 2017: Local News
Here’s a look at today’s headlines: A bipartisan coalition of New Mexico lawmakers have decided to pursue a measure that would create a database aimed at combating auto theft in the state. The bill would contain a system for salvage yards and vehicle recyclers to communicate with the state Motor Vehicle Division to make sure the vehicles they are [...]
December 14, 2017: Local News
Here’s a look at today’s headlines: The Silver City Town Council met this week and discussed several issues, approved resolutions, and made an appointment to the Planning and Zoning Commission. District 2 Councilor, Linda Aiman-Smith, made remarks expressing concern over unlawful use of recreational off-road vehicles in the town and encouraged law enforcement to issue citations when necessary. Police [...]
December 13, 2017: Local News
Here’s a look at today’s news: A remembrance for our local deceased veterans will be provided this Saturday when more than 3800 wreaths with bright red bows will be placed on markers at Fort Bayard National Cemetery. Over 600 individuals, organizations, families, and businesses have sponsored these fresh green balsam wreaths shipped directly from Maine. “The Wreaths Across America [...]
A Letter from U.S Congressman Steve Pearce
Hello friends, Today, President Trump signed into law the largest increase in military funding since the Reagan Administration, including the largest military pay raise that service members have seen in eight years. The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) is by far one of the most important pieces of legislation that comes before Congress each year, as it authorizes crucial training, [...]
December 12, 2017: Local News
Here’s a look what’s happening: New Mexico State Police Officers were notified of a motorcycle crash in the median of I-10 yesterday, heading westbound near mile post 43, approximately thirty-five miles west of Deming. Upon arrival at the scene it was discovered that a 2015 Harley Davidson motorcycle had entered the median and crashed, ejecting the rider. Richard Berry, [...]
Silver City MainStreet Gift Certificates
The Silver City MainStreet Project and First American Bank are promoting the Holiday Season Downtown Gift Certificate Program. The purpose of the program is to bring shoppers and dollars into Historic Downtown Silver City businesses. MainStreet Gift Certificates can be purchased in $5.00, $10.00, and $25.00 denominations at the First American Bank main office located at 1609 N. Swan [...]
December 11, 2017: Local News
Here’s a look at today’s headlines: Last Friday, students at Western New Mexico University gathered for the 2017 Winter Graduation Commencement Ceremony. Racing legend and author, Bobby Unser, delivered a stirring commencement address followed by an inspirational speech of perseverance and achievement by the President of the Associated Students of WNMU, Tim Stillman. In total, 359 students graduated which [...]
