Local News Releases

Sunday, July 26

Welfare check – Ellis Road – Arenas Valley – After investigation the person who called in the offense was transported to GRMC and Adult Protective Services were contacted.

Domestic disturbance – Leslie Road – Silver City (Lintero Apartments)
Medical – Quartz Drive – Silver City
Dog bite – Cottonwood Road – Silver City
Harassment – Cortez Avenue – Hurley
Accident with injuries – Highway 78 – MM 9
Breaking and entering – Main Street – Bayard
Threat – Aztec Avenue – Hurley
Welfare check – S. Robert Street – Silver City (El Refugio)

Pinos Altos Volunteer Fire Department

Wednesday, July 29

Fire, other
Bear Mountain
Small hot spots/afraid they will pick up with the wind. PAVFD received page.

Fire, other
2069 Cottage San Road
PAVFD received page/R1 and R2 en route to station to pick up an engine. PA Road Supervisor advised he will be patrolling.

Friday, July 31

Fire
60 Bear Mountain Road
Caller advised of a bonfire with about six vehicles around/fire is contained. PAVFD advised responders available/cannot see anything at all/ATL.

Silver City Fire Department

Friday, July 31

Fire
1509 N. Gold Street
Flames are 4-5 feet/can see three or four people around it/close to a house/fire seems fairly controlled and in the yard itself/very smoky/smells like wood is burning.

Saturday, Aug. 1

Fire
1313 N. Gold Street
Caller advised there's a fire in the neighbor's yard/it's a tent/unknown if anyone is in the tent. Caller hung up the phone advising it was a big fire and he needed to grab a hose.

Brush fire
Cooper Street
Headed south on right hand side/there is rain as well. SCPD officer advised the brush fire is near the residence at 610 CooperStreet.

Fire, other
3872 N. Silver Street
Caller advised a tree in the backyard of the house across the street was hit by lightning. No one is home but caller wants Fire to check. E21 advised tree was not struck by lightning/no smoldering or fire.

Tyrone Volunteer Fire Department

Monday, July 27

Fire
Mangas Valley
One of the highest peaks north of the mine/caller advised the workers at the SX are the ones reporting it. GCSO deputy advised negative contact with anything from where caller called from. Caller called back stating they no longer see the fire.

Thursday, July 30

Fire
Red Rock Road
Advised a lightning strike started a brush fire/can see flames/standing by in a white Jeep. TYVFD advised tender 11 back in quarters.

Sunday, Aug. 2

Welfare check – N. Gold Street
Larceny – Highway 211 and Brown Road
Suspicious activity – W. 8th Street – 7:41 a.m.
Suspicious person – W. 13th Street
Welfare check – E. 12th Street
Welfare check – E. Market Street – 10:01 a.m.
Suicide threat – W. 8th Street – 2:38 p.m.
Suspicious activity – N. Texas Street
Welfare check – E. 12th Street – 5:52 p.m.
Unwanted subject-- E. 13th Street
Game and Fish – W. Broadway
Domestic – N. Silver Street
Shoplifting – E. 13th Street

Silver City, NM — August 10, 2026 —This January, local bird enthusiasts and scientists began the Southwestern New Mexico Bird Survey, a community science project to monitor bird populations long-term and track environmental changes across Silver City and surrounding areas.

In its first year, the survey invites volunteers of all experience levels to participate in identifying and counting bird species in natural areas selected to represent the different habitats in Grant County. Organized by the Bird Alliance of Southwest New Mexico (BASWNM), the local Audubon chapter, in partnership with ecologists and Western New Mexico University wildlife experts, the survey will play a vital role in gathering data that supports habitat preservation and fosters a deeper appreciation for local biodiversity.

Welcome Back Bash!

Nosotros & DJ Flipz

Saturday, August 22

Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

Regents Square

Free

Join Western New Mexico University in welcoming new and returning students back to campus at the event of the summer - the annual Welcome Back Bash! Celebrate the start of the academic year with an energetic evening full of music and Mustang spirit.

Start the night with one of the most recognizable Latin bands in the Southwest, Nosotros  known for blending Latin rhythms with rock, salsa, jazz, and cumbia into a vibrant New Mexico sound. Formed in Las Cruces and now based in the Albuquerque/Santa Fe area, the award-winning ensemble brings energetic performances that invite audiences to dance, celebrate, and connect as a community. 

As the sun sets, DJ FliPZ will take over the stage. DJ Flipz is a Los Angeles-based open-format DJ known for his high-energy sets, vibrant personality, and ability to light up any room with a perfect mix of hip-hop, throwbacks, and dance floor anthems. Originally from Las Cruces, DJ Flipz has made a name for himself with residencies at top LA venues and universities. 

No blotters were recorded for the week.

August 16, at 10:00 am, 3845 North Swan Street – "Beginning Years"

Beginning Years is Grant County's evidence-based home visiting program, dedicated to supporting families from pregnancy through early childhood by promoting healthy development, strengthening parent-child relationships, and empowering parents with the tools and resources they need to thrive.

This program provides voluntary, family-centered services through trained home visitors who partner with families to promote positive parenting, support healthy child development, encourage school readiness, and connect families with healthcare and community resources.

The 2026 New Mexico Wildland Urban Fire Summit (WUFS) "Adapting Together to a Changing Fire Ecosystem" will be held in Silver City this year. The event will be October 14-16, 2026 at the Grant County Conference Center. Registration is open and can be accessed through the following link - https://cvent.me/yBXPKl  .Additional information can be found in the attached flyer.