The Gila National Forest’s Quemado Ranger District is preparing to implement a prescribed fire to treat approximately 1,718 acres in the Slaughter Mesa area, located south and southeast of Quemado Lake, beginning in early to mid-November, contingent upon staffing, fuel availability, and weather conditions. This initiative is part of the broader Slaughter Mesa Restoration project, which encompasses over 31,000 acres [...]

Eight students from Lordsburg High School’s U.S. History class recently traveled to Washington, D.C., made possible by the generous support of the community, local donors, and the Lordsburg School Board. Upon their return, the students presented their experiences and insights to the school board. During the presentation, they expressed their gratitude for the district's support. Their trip not only enhanced [...]

Congratulations are in order for the Silver Consolidated Schools’ October Kiwanis "Students of the Month": Bailey Klement, Aubrey Harsh, and Lola Torres. Bailey, a junior at Silver High School, was recognized for her outstanding dedication and consistently positive attitude. Aubrey, an eighth grader at Cliff Middle School, received honors for her growth, perseverance, and the positive influence she exerts on [...]

Congratulations are in order for Mardi Grissom and Jose Yanez, the Village of Santa Clara's October winners of the “Beautiful Yard of the Month” award. The couple was recognized for their beautiful home, which features a vibrant array of roses and flowers, a native landscape, rain barrels for water harvesting, and native grasses that turn emerald green during the rainy [...]

The Gila National Forest, Silver City Ranger District, is assessing conditions in preparation for burning slash piles in the Little Walnut and Pinos Altos areas this fall and winter. The Silver City Ranger District has piles located near the Gomez Peak trailhead and the Wagon Wheel and Feeley subdivisions, with plans for additional piles to be constructed near Wagon Wheel, [...]

Silver City Pick It Up-Toss No Mas is inviting the community to their October Spooky cleanup event, tomorrow, October 19th. Volunteers are encouraged to meet at 9 a.m. at the Grant County Community Foundation parking lot, where they will be provided with trash bags, pickers, gloves, and a delightful spread of coffee and donuts. For more information about the event, [...]

Congratulations to New Mexico writer-photographer Julie Carter and musician Joe Delk, along with The Delk Band, who were recently honored with the prestigious Rounders Award at the New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum in Las Cruces. Julie Carter, raised on a ranch in Colorado and a resident of a New Mexico ranch for 40 years, is known for her [...]

Congratulations are in order for the Silver High School Fighting Colts Marching Band, which earned second place at the 2024 Pageant of Bands competition. In addition to their impressive overall ranking, the band received several awards, including The People's Choice Award, Best Color Guard, and Best Percussion. Their outstanding performance showcased their talent and hard work throughout the season. Congratulations [...]

Silver City Preceptor Tau members continue to remain active in their community service projects as part of their Beta Sigma Phi chapter. This year, they have donated personal hygiene packets to Supporting People In Need (SPIN) and collected socks for the Gospel Mission. At their recent meeting, members also created Christmas cards to be mailed to the Holiday Card Challenge [...]