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New Mexico's Lockdown is Having an Impact

September 24, 2020 Editorial
By Paul J. Gessing According to the latest unemployment figures (for August), New Mexico's unemployment rate is 11.3 percent. Only 5 states, all of them locked down "blue" states have worse rates. And, there is a distinct pattern in which only such states have unemployment rates in the double-digits. Interestingly, the performance of those states when it comes to deaths from COVID 19 (the cause…
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By Hallie Richwine 

Secretary of Health and Human Services, Dr. David Scrase, and state epidemiologist Dr. Chad Smelser addressed members of the media Tuesday and gave an update on what the state's medical professionals know as of the 196th day of life during COVID-19.

Scrase opened with information in the media, including the Scientific American article on how Mew Mexico controlled the spread of COVID-19. The article highlighted New Mexico's testing strategy, comparing the state to our neighbors in Arizona and Texas. New Mexico was also the subject of a New York Times article about a nursing home devoted to treating those with COVID-19.

Nursing home visitation guidelines have now been updated at the federal level. Updates include guidance for assessing when indoor visitation can occur. Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham said in a previous press conference that focusing on improving visitations directly impacts the mental and emotional health of residents.

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By Mary Alice Murphy

[Editor's Note: This is part 5 of the Commission work session and regular meeting on Sept. 15 and 17, 2020. Items from both meetings will be covered in this article. Apologies for this being so late. This author had spotty to NO internet for about three days. Too much time was spent on hold waiting for tech. Twice!]

At the work session on Sept. 15, 2020, County Manager Charlene Webb began the review of the regular meeting agenda for Sept. 17, 2020.

The first item was the monthly update from Gila Regional Medical Center.

At the regular meeting, before Interim Chief Executive Officer Scott Landrum presented his report, the top-of-mind concern was the recent absentee ballot applications snafu, with the applications being sent out with invalid first names, usually with the correct last name and address.

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Three additional COVID-19 deaths

SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials on Wednesday announced 200 additional COVID-19 cases. Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:
28 new cases in Bernalillo County
22 new cases in Chaves County
7 new cases in Cibola County
2 new cases in Colfax County
15 new cases in Curry County
33 new cases in Doña Ana County
22 new cases in Eddy County
2 new cases in Grant County
9 new cases in Lea County
7 new cases in Lincoln County
1 new case in Los Alamos County
1 new case in Luna County
2 new cases in McKinley County
4 new cases in Otero County
1 new case in Quay County
5 new cases in Roosevelt County
4 new cases in San Juan County
5 new cases in Sandoval County
1 new case in Santa Fe County
1 new case in Sierra County
6 new cases in Socorro County
2 new cases in Taos County
8 new cases in Valencia County
11 new cases among New Mexico Corrections Department inmates at the Lea County Correctional Facility
1 new case among New Mexico Corrections Department inmates at the Southern New Mexico Correctional Facility in Doña Ana County

The Department of Health on Wednesday reported three additional deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19:

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By Roger Lanse

The Silver City Town Council, at its Sept. 22, 2020 meeting presented retiring Town Attorney Robert Scavron a plaque commemorating his 19 loyal years of service to the town. Those offering tributes, thanks, and compliments, included the mayor and councilors, former mayors and councilors, the town manager, town clerk, and representatives from the Silver City Police Department and the New Mexico Municipal League. Scavron, in turn, gave credit for many of his accomplishments to the continued support and commitment of town officials and staff. He stated that although he has worked in state, federal, and Native American government, and for many years in private practice, "Without reservation I think that this town government has been the most ethical, professional, and compassionate organization I have ever represented. More importantly, it strives to be better."

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By Mary Alice Murphy

[Editor's Note: This is part 4 of the Commission work session and regular meeting on Sept. 15 and 17, 2020. Apologies for this being so late. This author had spotty to NO internet for about three days.]

After several presentations at the Sept. 14, 2020 work session, which can be read at the following three articles: https://www.grantcountybeat.com/news/news-articles/60158-grant-county-commission-heard-presentations-at-work-session-091520 , https://www.grantcountybeat.com/news/news-articles/60199-grant-county-commission-work-session-presentations-part-2-091520 , and https://www.grantcountybeat.com/news/news-articles/60209-grant-county-commission-work-session-presentations-part-3-091520 , county reports began.

Detention Center Administrator Mike Carillo introduced Patty Castillo, who is the medical supervisor for the jail. "You said you wanted to meet people we talk about, so here she is."

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Three additional COVID-19 deaths
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SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials on Tuesday announced 110 additional COVID-19 cases. Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:
21 new cases in Bernalillo County
4 new cases in Chaves County
3 new cases in Cibola County
1 new case in Curry County
18 new cases in Doña Ana County
14 new cases in Eddy County
2 new cases in Grant County
8 new cases in Lea County
1 new case in Luna County
6 new cases in McKinley County
2 new cases in Roosevelt County
2 new cases in Sandoval County
9 new cases in San Juan County
9 new cases in San Miguel County
3 new cases in Santa Fe County
1 new case in Sierra County
2 new cases in Socorro County
1 new case in Torrance County
3 new cases in Valencia County

The Department of Health on Tuesday reported three additional deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19:

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