Local News Releases

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Gila National Forest offices closed Tuesday, July 4

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Published: 26 June 2023 26 June 2023

Celebrate your Independence Day on the Gila; leave the fireworks at home.

SILVER CITY, NM, June 26, 2023 – Gila National Forest offices in Quemado, Reserve, Glenwood, Mimbres, Truth or Consequences, and Silver City will be closed on Tuesday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. Normal hours and operations will resume Wednesday, July 5.

“With more than 30 developed campgrounds and nearly 1 million acres of designated wilderness on 3.3 million acres of the Gila National Forest, we have something for everyone to enjoy,” said Gila National Forest Supervisor Camille Howes. “The forest is a great place to get away and immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of nature during the summer holidays.”

Leave sparklers, fireworks and other pyrotechnics at home – they are always prohibited on all national forests. Fire danger is currently rated “high” and conditions are approaching “very high”. Before you head out, always check for fire restrictions that could affect your visit. After you arrive, read posted signs to stay current on the status of campfires and other regulations.

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Tri-City police department blotters – June 23 through June 25, 2023

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Published: 26 June 2023 26 June 2023

Bayard Police Department

Friday, June 23

Breaking and entering
1001 Central Avenue
Window is broken/back door is open/unknown if anything is taken. Knows someone got inside because there is alcohol in the building.

Game and Fish
Tom Foy Blvd and Taylor Street
Dead deer in the highway. Officer advised deer moved out of roadway.

Welfare check
1101 Tom Foy Blvd.
Caller advising she just gave a female a ride and dropped her off at this location/she advised she (was headed?) Sierra Vista and had taken a wrong turn so she burned her vehicle/carrying two bags/she was very confused/walking toward the Family Dollar. Officer had contact at Blake's/she is refusing to ID.

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Grant County Sheriff's Office blotter – June 23 through June 25, 2023

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Published: 26 June 2023 26 June 2023

Friday, June 23

Unwanted subject
Little Walnut Road
A named subject is causing problems/verbal only.

Criminal trespass warning
Kirkland Road – Arenas Valley
Deputy made contact with caller who requested a CTW be issued to a named male/deputy en route to a Poplar Street address in Bayard/issued the CTW to (redacted).

Larceny
2069 Cottage San Road – Silver Star
Someone burglarized caller's home.

Domestic disturbance
North Hurley Road
A named male shoved and pushed caller with his elbow. Deputy advised male left property/will stay separated for the night.

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Open Call for Art for the 2023 Creatures of the Gila Art Show

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Published: 25 June 2023 25 June 2023

Open Call for Art for the 2023 Creatures of the Gila Art Show, to be held Sept 1-10 at the GCAG Studio, 200 W Market in Silver City, NM.

All entries must depict, or be inspired by, “Creatures” (mammals, fish, birds, insects or reptiles) who live in the Gila River watershed. All mediums and styles are welcome. Entries will be accepted now through July 23  

Prizes to be awarded are $250 for Best in Show, $75 for 1st place, $50 for 2nd and 3rd places.This is an open call, you need not be a Guild member to enter the show. For more information, and the show entry form, see  gcag.org/creatures-of-the-gila.

Widows Community meeting

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Published: 25 June 2023 25 June 2023

Widows Community welcomes friends and neighbors to our regular meeting,

Monday  July 10th, sign in at 10:30 am. Cross Point Church, 11600 Hwy 180.

Speaker
Robert Lopez, retired marine will speak about American Patriotism followed by lunch which is $14.00. Everyone welcome.  Info: ileen@signalpeak.net  

 

Gallery Opening Reception

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Published: 25 June 2023 25 June 2023

Light Art Space is pleased to present Grace: Expressions in Clay, the 2023 international juried clay exhibition.

Juror George Rodriguez chose 34 clay art pieces by 27 artists from across the United States and Mexico. Join us for the opening reception on Friday, June 30th, 5 pm - 7 pm.

Exhibition dates: July 1 - 30th.  
 
Sponsored by the Silver City Clay Festival and Light Art Space. 

Tri-City police department blotters – June 19 through June 22, 2023

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Published: 24 June 2023 24 June 2023

Bayard Police Department

Monday, June 19

Welfare check
Central Avenue
Caller advised that her son left her house to walk to his father's residence/her son usually walks in the middle of the street and she wants to make sure he made it to his father's house, but she can't reach the father.

Welfare check
101 Tom Foy Blvd.
Caller advising a sign on the door stating the employees were on a bathroom break but have been waiting about 45 minutes and no one has unlocked the door. Officer spoke to employee who stated another employee was supposed to show up but never did and the store has been closed all day.

Domestic disturbance
Rosemary Street
Caller advised her brother is threatening to hit her/he's blaming caller's husband for stealing things/he is leaving on the way to a Poplar Street address/nothing physical/all verbal.

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Grant County Sheriff's Office blotter – June 19 through June 22, 2023

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Published: 24 June 2023 24 June 2023

Monday, June 19

Welfare check
103 Flury Lane – Arenas Valley – Manzano's RV Park
Caller advised an RV was supposed to check out today but he has not seen any movement from them and can hear dogs barking inside. Deputy ran vehicle registration/state of Kansas.

Criminal trespass warning
Rio de Arenas Road
A named male is on scene taking things from the residence/just left in a white van headed toward Silver. Deputy went traffic with vehicle.

Domestic disturbance
S. Ft Bayard Street – Santa Clara
Caller advised she got into a physical domestic last night with her female partner/does not need medical attention/partner left the residence last night and has not returned. XSPD officer attempted to contact caller multiple times/negative contact.

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