PRC Takes Public Comment on Grid Modernization Plans

Five hours of testimony in protest of grid modernization at virtual hearing

Public hearings on

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Senator Bill Burt Delivers for District 33

SANTA FE — The 2023 Legislative Session adjourned sine die at noon Saturday. During the Session, Senator

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RPNM Statement Following Conclusion Of The Legislative Session

Chairman Pearce commends Republican successes—says, "We saw tremendous grassroots engagement from

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Senate Republicans Issue Statement Following Conclusion of Legislative Session

Republicans celebrate several major victories 

SANTA FE — The 2023 Legislative Session adjourned sine

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The COVID, FLU, RSV Report for March 18, 2023

THE OVERALL SUMMARY - March 18, 2023

Overall COVID in the USA and Grant County NM and Silver City

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Making good on campaign promises

On page 104 of House Bill 505, the capital outlay budget, it is written in clear black and white:...

Wizard of Id Comic for March 18, 2023

wizmar18

BY: Mick Mastroianni and Johnny Hart

B.C. Comic for March 18, 2023

bcmar18

BY: Mason Mastroianni, Mick Mastroianni, and Johnny Hart

Evan Mateo Miranda, 73, a resident of Silver City, NM - pending

Evan “Abie” Mateo Miranda, 73, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Thursday, March 16,

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New Mexico House and Senate pass critical Forestry Bills 

Legislation better equips the State Forestry Division to battle climate change and wildfires 

Santa Fe,

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Reproductive & Gender-Affirming Health Care Protection Act Headed to Governor

Codifies Governor’s executive order protecting the privacy of providers & patients

Santa Fe, NM- Today,

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Governor signs bill to bolster state’s financial stability

Senate Bill 26 redirects excess oil and gas revenue to protect against volatility

SANTA FE – Gov.

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Gila National Forest, Glenwood Ranger District closed March 20

GLENWOOD, NM, March 17, 2023 – The Gila National Forest, Glenwood Ranger District office will be

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House Approves Creation of Civil Rights Division within Attorney General’s Office 

Office would empower Attorney General to defend civil rights cases and prosecute violations

Santa Fe,

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Tri-City police department blotter – Mar. 13 through Mar. 16, 2023

Bayard Police Department

Monday, Mar. 13

Criminal damage to property
1401 Tom Foy Blvd.
Advised the

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Hurley to get new fire truck

By Lynn Janes

The town of Hurley held a regular meeting March 14, 2023, beginning with the roll

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LOCATED: GCSO seeks assistance in locating a missing person

miranda miranda2Maria Miranda has bee LOCATED.

The Grant County Sheriff's Office is asking for assistance from the

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Grant County Sheriff's Office blotter – Mar. 13 through Mar. 16, 2023

Monday, Mar. 13

Welfare check
Miller Street
Caller advised her 28-year-old daughter is possibly on

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Silver City Police Department blotter – Mar. 13 through Mar. 16, 2023

Monday, Mar. 13

Suspicious vehicle
21st and N. Main streets
On Main Street trucks have been

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Leprechaun International Convention Meeting In New Mexico

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Leprechaun International Convention Meeting In New Mexico

double rainbow over quemado lake in the quemado ranger district gila national forest october 4 2007 25A double rainbow was seen

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Wizard of Id Comic for March 17, 2023

wizmar17

BY: Mick Mastroianni and Johnny Hart

B.C. Comic for March 17, 2023

bcmar17

BY: Mason Mastroianni, Mick Mastroianni, and Johnny Hart

Bill to codify school-based health centers ensures quality healthcare services for students 

SANTA FE — A bill that codifies school-based health centers into law passed late last night in the

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Whitewater Mesa Fun Kite Flying Picnic Saturday April 1, 2023

Sanctioned by the American Kitefliers Association

Gather up your family and friends and come to

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Human Services Department launches Renew NM campaign to inform New Mexicans about Medicaid and SNAP changes

HSD customers will receive a turquoise envelope with vital benefit renewal information.

SANTA FE — The New Mexico

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