Richard C. Adkerson Inducted into the National Mining Hall of Fame

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PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (NYSE: FCX) today announced Richard C. Adkerson, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, has been inducted into the National Mining Hall of Fame in recognition of his contributions to the global mining industry.

Adkerson is a long-standing member and past chair of the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM), where he has championed initiatives to strengthen environmental and social performance in the mining industry. He is the only person to have served two full terms as Chairman of ICMM.

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American Legion Post 18 hosts birthday party for Ilo Louck, about to turn 109

Photos by Mary Alice Murphy

In order to surprise Ilo Louck with a party for her 109th birthday, the American Legion Post 18 members knew that she likes to come to the monthly pancake breakfasts, so on Oct. 28, 2023, a few days before Ito's 109th birthday on Nov. 5, 2023, the members of the American Legion Auxiliary conspired to host the party during the pancake breakfast. 

Ilo's son, Jerry, and great-granddaughter Jasmijn, were in on the surprise so they brought her to the breakfast. She ate her pancakes and was sitting visiting with her Legion friends,  when here came the birthday cake and flowers for a special woman. She expressed her surprise, and gracefully thanked everyone who served her cake and brought her birthday flowers. 

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GRMC celebrates 40th anniversary of the facility at gala 102723

Photos by Mary Alice Murphy

The Gila Regional Medical Center Foundation hosted a 40th anniversary celebration of the hospital's facility at a Gala held in the Murray Hotel ballroom. Guests were entertained by Illusion Band and treated to hors d'oeuvres made by the hospital dietary department. Each participant received two drink tickets, also. Auction items were available to peruse and bid on. A poster table explained what the GRMC Auxiliary does and a banner featured the foundation.

Participants included community members, as well as hospital staff, including the Interim Chief Executive Officer Margie Molitor, who visited with guests during one of her last days in Silver City. "I'm happy to be retiring and going back to home to Wyoming, but I will greatly miss the people and friends I've made here."

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Santa Clara receives new fire truck

By Lynn Janes

The Village of Santa Clara held its regular meeting October 12, 2023. Mayor Richard Bauch called the meeting to order. Mayor Pro Tem Albert Esparza, trustees, Olga Amador, Arnold Lopez, and Peter Erickson attended.

Mayor's report

Bauch commended the maintenance department for their excellent work over the weekend. The village had a major water break and they fixed it quickly. He also thanked the fire department for their efforts in getting a fire engine donated to the village.

New Business

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SC town councilor Cano addresses inaccuracies

By Lynn Janes

The Silver City Town Council held a regular meeting October 10, 2023. Attendance to the meeting included Mayor Ken Ladner, council members included Jose Ray, Nicholas Prince, Guadalupe Cano, and Rudy Bencomo.

Council comments

Prince encouraged everyone to take advantage of the High Desert Humane Society low cost vaccinations that would be held October 12, 2023. He looked forward to seeing his fellow councilors at the upcoming conference (Outdoor Economics Conference & Expo)
and said he has been proud to serve with them.

Bencomo asked everyone to vote. Early voting will continue until November 4, 2023, and the Election Day is November 7, 2023

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Richard Maynes resigns from Hurley council

By Lynn Janes

The town of Hurley held a regular meeting October 10, 2023. Attendance to the meeting included Mayor Ed Stevens, councilors Nanette Day, Reynaldo Maynes and Keana Huerta.

Public input

Several residents had come to address the council with concerns. A property on Arizona street has caused concern for their safety. The police have been called many times, but they feel nothing has been done.

Another resident came because she had been having problems with a neighbor's dogs.

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Grant County Commission holds work session 101023 part 1

[Editor's Note: The Grant County Commission meeting on Oct. 10, 2023, lasted just shy of 3 hours, so readers can expect several articles. The first one begins with public input and then goes into county reports.]

By Mary Alice Murphy

After the Grant County Commission at the work session on Oct. 10, 2023, amended the agenda to add the Grant County Community Health Council as a presentation, the commissioners heard public input from Melanie Zipin, co-owner of Zócalo with her family in Arenas Valley. "We've been working on the property for several years. When Covid hit, it delayed our opening until after the lockdown. We've lived in the community for more than 30 years. We saw a need for a place for locals and visitors to gather and listen to music, have events and bring their families. We've seen a very positive impact in the community, especially from the Mining District and the rural areas. We are looking at putting in a fire sprinkler or suppression system, which would protect our patrons, our historic building and the surrounding area."

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