Local News Releases
These releases come from other sources than the Grant County Beat. This category will include events in and news releases from Grant, Catron, Hidalgo and Luna counties.
Reserve Ranger District to burn Doe Gun slash piles
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- Published: 23 February 2024 23 February 2024
Prescribed fire will reduce post-logging hazardous fuels
RESERVE, NM, February 23, 2024 – The Gila National Forest, Reserve Ranger District is preparing to use prescribed fire to burn about 100 machine-constructed slash piles in the Sign Camp Canyon and Bull Basin Canyon area over the next month.
“These slash piles are by-products of recent logging activities completed by a local, Catron County logger,” said Acting Reserve District Ranger Bret Ruff. “Logging in the Gila’s ponderosa pine forest is aimed at restoring healthy, more natural forest and watershed conditions, while supporting local economies.”
More hand thinning coming soon to Little Walnut area
- Category: Local News Releases Local News Releases
- Published: 23 February 2024 23 February 2024
Project continues to reduce wildfire threat in high risk areas near Silver City, New Mexico
SILVER CITY, NM, Feb. 21, 2024 – The Gila National Forest, Silver City Ranger District plans to resume hand thinning in the Little Walnut area at the end of February, and is expected to continue for the next few months. Hand thinning will take place within portions of the 179-acre Unit 6 and the 41-acre Unit 4 that were unable to be treated with heavy equipment.
“We are in our second year of fuels reduction treatments in the Little Walnut area as part of the Bear Creek to Signal Peak Joint Chiefs’ project and have made a significant difference in fuels conditions in that area,” said Silver City District Ranger Elizabeth Toney. “These areas will need to be treated and re-treated on a recurring basis as understory vegetation naturally re-grows.”
Tri-City police department blotters – Feb. 19 through Feb. 22, 2024
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- Published: 23 February 2024 23 February 2024
Bayard Police Department
Monday, Feb. 19
Welfare check
Blackhawk Street
Was on the phone with brother when he heard the phone drop and glass shatter in the background. Officer advised everything was okay.
Larceny
Watson Street
Calling on behalf of a named female who stated two named subjects are stealing property from her.
Grant County Sheriff's Office blotter – Feb. 19 through Feb. 22, 2024
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- Published: 23 February 2024 23 February 2024
Monday, Feb. 19
Game and Fish
Highway 15 – Ramuda Road
Caller advised she saw an injured deer on the side of the roadway/it was hit but is not dead. Deputy advised the deer is dead and was given to a family.
Welfare check
Highway 180 – Cliff
Requesting a welcheck on husband/advised that male sent a video to wife/he was cocking a 9mm handgun/was called in by NMSP dispatch. Second caller advised her sister-in-law's boyfriend was threatening suicide/he lives with his mother.
Silver City Police Department blotter – Feb. 19 through Feb. 22, 2024
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- Published: 23 February 2024 23 February 2024
Monday, Feb. 19
Noise complaint
Penny Park – 2:01 a.m.
No report.
Domestic disturbance
610 N. Silver Street – Seasonal Overnight Shelter
Caller believes subjects in a white car are arguing and might have been physical.
Welfare check
Pine Street
Caller advised the father is refusing to communicate with her about the daughter/caller has a court order/he has been cursing her out all morning. Officer advised everything is okay/calling caller.
RPNM’s Condolences for the Family and Friends of Ray Tavizon
- Category: Local News Releases Local News Releases
- Published: 21 February 2024 21 February 2024
Our hearts and prayers go out to the family and loved ones of Ray Tavizon. Ray served as a former chairman of the Grant County Republican Party and as a current State Central Committee Member. Ray also served many years in law enforcement within Hidalgo and Grant County.
"From his selfless work as a law enforcement officer to his impactful involvement within the Republican Party, Ray always put others first. He will be remembered as a champion for the people," said RPNM chairman Steve Pearce.
A fundraiser for Ray's family has been set up to help them during this difficult time: Fundraiser by Laura Brown : Ray Tavizon (gofundme.com)
Know before you go to the Gila National Forest
- Category: Local News Releases Local News Releases
- Published: 21 February 2024 21 February 2024
Help protect our public land resources for enjoyment by current and future generations
SILVER CITY, NM, February 21, 2024 – The weather is beginning to warm as the sun climbs higher north along the horizon on its annual march toward the spring equinox. With the warming weather, more people are getting out and enjoying all that the Gila National Forest has to offer. Recently, law enforcement officers have observed and received reports of a number of violations related to litter and motorized vehicles.
“Even if you are a frequent public land visitor, it is wise to check the rules and regulations that apply to the area of your planned visit before heading out,” said Silver City District Ranger Elizabeth Toney. “These rules exist in order to protect natural resources as well as public health and safety.”
Grant County Republican Party Meeting March 5, 2024
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- Published: 21 February 2024 21 February 2024
Grant County Republican Party Meeting March 5, 2024 at 6pm
Speaker Representative Luis Terrazas - Potluck - Bring your favorite dish
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