Local News Releases

Friday, May 9

Suspicious activity
Swan Street
Caller advised they have a prowler/caller got frustrated with the questions and disconnected the line/negative contact upon call back.

Abandoned call
Kidder Road
Male starts to try to give address then hangs up/female calls the male stupid and hangs up/has happened x 2. Officer made contact with homeowner/everything is okay.

Silver City, NM – May 12, 2025 – The Commons is now accepting applications for its 2025 Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) program. This paid summer opportunity is open to youth ages 14–25 in Grant County, with an anticipated program duration of 12 weeks, from June 9 to August 21, 2025.

YCC participants gain hands-on experience through conservation and community improvement projects while building practical skills like gardening, financial literacy, workplace professionalism, CPR/First Aid, and more.

Application Deadline: Monday, May 19, 2025 by 4:00 P.M. Submit in person or by email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Interviews: May 21–29 | Anticipated Start Date: June 9th

Required Documents:

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) is warning residents about a widespread scam targeting New Mexicans with fake toll road payment demands.

"These scammers create a false sense of urgency by threatening license suspension or legal action to panic people into making payments," said Sec. Ricky Serna, NMDOT. "Remember, since New Mexico has no toll roads, any message claiming you owe toll fees in our state is 100% fraudulent."

This alert comes after a surge in calls from concerned citizens who received fraudulent text messages. NMDOT officials emphasize that New Mexico does not operate any toll roads within state boundaries and will never request toll payments from residents or visitors.

May 18, at 10:00 am, 3845 North Swan Street 

Athena Wolf will explain how an awareness of the cycles of Nature helps us to intuitively understand the ebb and flow of the Universe and our own nature.

"We'll look at the air, water and blood tides of the moon; the 11-year cycles of the sun and how that affects us as well as the calendars of the ancient Vedas and the Maya," Wolf said.

"Observing the rhythm of the planets and stars can bring balance and harmony into our lives," she added. 

Athena Wolf has been practicing Ayurveda for decades with a focus on treating chronic disease. She is currently writing an encyclopedic book on Ayurvedic treatments.  She is the Maestra of the international school for healers known as La Escuela de Curanderismo and is the executive director of Quetzalcoatl Temple. 

"This nonprofit entity gifts our neighbors in Grant County with medicinal plants and heirloom vegetables. It also maintains a botanical garden in Arenas Valley and does scientific research to benefit New Mexico farmers," Wolf said.

Bayard Volunteer Fire Department

Tuesday, May 6

Odor
410 Elm Street
Caller says she can smell a strong chemical smell coming into the house. BVFD units 4, 6, 10, and 20 responding to station.

Pinos Altos Volunteer Fire Department

Wednesday, May 7

Bayard Police Department

Tuesday, May 6

Criminal trespass
Runnels Drive
States a male in a certain apartment did have a CTW issued to him about a year and a half ago/would like one issued for two-years.

Unwanted subject
400 Tom Foy Blvd.
A male who has caused issues in the past was just in the store/he left in a reddish colored car. If contact issue a CTW.

Tuesday, May 6

Hit and run
Scott Park
Grey Chevy Z71 speeding around the golf course/thinks he hit something/headed toward the Ridges. Caller called back advising the vehicle hit a fence on the west corner. SCPD officer – ATL in area for older model Z71 extended cab.

Harassment
Meadow Hawk – Arenas Valley
Caller's neighbor is harassing her/it has been going on for years/caller received a certified letter from him.

Harassment
A Street – Hurley
Caller is receiving threatening emails/the person is now trying to blackmail her/he has a picture of her SS card and ID.

Tuesday, May 6

Hit and run
Virginia Street
Caller's Chevy 1500 was hit sometime last night/front end damage.

Shoplifting
1330 E. 32nd Street
Male in a black hoodie took food items from the store/last seen walking toward the hospital/they have camera footage.

Code enforcement
Tracy Place
Red Dodge and red VW car have been parked on the street for months. Officer made contact with male/he will have them moved within the seven days.