Silver City’s Pick It Up-Toss No Mas would like to thank all the volunteers who dedicated their time during the September "World Cleanup Day" event. Thanks to the efforts of 40 committed individuals, a remarkable total of 97 hours was devoted to cleaning the community, resulting in the collection of 680 pounds of litter and debris from neighborhoods, parks, roads, [...]

Congratulations to Mrs. Diana Ingalls Leyba on her well-deserved recognition as one of the distinguished recipients of the “2024 Governor’s Awards for Excellence in the Arts”. As a talented mixed-media artist, gallery owner, and founder of the Youth Mural Program (YMP), Mrs. Leyba has made a profound impact on the community of Silver City and beyond. Over the past 21 [...]

The Gila National Forest has announced an increase in fire danger levels, now categorized as High, due to a warm, dry fall that has significantly dried out local fuels. As hunting season is in full swing, hunters are urged to take precautions to protect both their favorite hunting areas and local wildlife from the risk of damaging wildfires. Also, to [...]

This month, a new greenhouse is expected to arrive on the Western New Mexico University campus, serving as the centerpiece of a garden being developed on a designated plot at the WNMU Silver City campus. Following the greenhouse installation, the new Director of Food Security and Sustainability will prioritize the creation of raised garden boxes and hoop houses. Consistent with [...]

New Mexico State Legislators from the Health and Human Services Committee recently gathered in Grant County to discuss a range of healthcare-related topics. Their objective was to hear reports from various New Mexico State Departments and providers in order to identify opportunities for improvement within the healthcare system.  The Cliff National Honor Society proudly celebrated the induction of seven outstanding [...]

Starting October 1st many New Mexicans relying on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will experience significant increases in their monthly food benefits, extended certification periods, and expanded eligibility. Notably, the renewal period for benefits will be extended from 12 months to up to 36 months for SNAP customers aged 60 and older, as well as for individuals with disabilities [...]

The Gila National Forest, Silver City Ranger District, is preparing to initiate the Redstone prescribed fire project as early as October 1st. The specific ignition date will be determined based on prevailing weather conditions, fuel availability, and the readiness of firefighting resources. This 571-acre prescribed fire project will be located in the Signal Peak area, bordered to the north by [...]

Congratulations to all the winners of the Cliff-Gila Grant County Fair that took place this past weekend. This year's competition was intense across various showmanship categories, including steers, lambs, goats, and swine. Sam McDonald was named the Senior Steer Showmanship Champion, while Cayden Lopez earned the Reserve Steer Award. In Senior Lamb Showmanship, Carson Moore took the top honor. Christopher [...]

Silver Consolidated Schools recently announced that they received a $500,000 grant from the 2024 U.S. Department of Justice's Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) School Violence Prevention Program (SVPP). This prestigious award positions Silver Consolidated Schools as the only school district in New Mexico to secure this funding this year. This competitive grant program is dedicated to enhancing security and safety [...]

In honor of “National Hunting and Fishing Day”, New Mexico will also host a “Free Fishing Weekend” on September 28th and 29th. This is a fantastic opportunity for families to enjoy the water, as residents and nonresidents of all ages can fish without a license at public waters statewide. Just remember that all other fishing regulations still apply. For more [...]