Local News Releases
These releases come from other sources than the Grant County Beat. This category will include events in and news releases from Grant, Catron, Hidalgo and Luna counties.
Black Range Ranger Station to be closed part of October 11, 2023
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- Published: 06 October 2023 06 October 2023
Black Range Ranger Station to be closed part of October 11
For a half-day, district-wide safety training
TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES, NM, October 6, 2023 – The Gila National Forest, Black Range District office located at 1804 N. Date Street, in Truth or Consequences will be closed from 9:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 11. The closure will allow all staff to attend a district-wide safety training.
“Customer service is a large, critical part of what we do. No less important is investing in my staff’s safety training, so that we can continue to serve the public safely, every day,” said Black Range District Ranger, Bret Mellott. “I appreciate the public’s understanding and support while my team focuses on safety for a half-day next week.”
For those who have business to conduct at the Black Range Ranger District on October 11, please plan your visit to arrive before 9:30 a.m. or after 1:00 p.m. so that we can serve you. For more information contact Maribeth Pecotte at 575-388-8211 or Maribeth.Pecotte@usda.gov
Meeting to discuss Catwalk Road improvement project October 16
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- Published: 06 October 2023 06 October 2023
Informational meeting 4:30 to 5:30 at Glenwood Community Center
SILVER CITY, NM, October 6, 2023 – The Federal Highway Administration, along with New Mexico Department of Transportation and the Gila National Forest will host an informational public meeting to discuss construction activities coming soon on New Mexico Highway 174 (NM 174), the Catwalk Access Road. We hope you’ll join us Monday, October 16 from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Glenwood Community Center, 21 Menges Lane in Glenwood, New Mexico.
Pick It Up – Toss No Mas October Trick-or-Trash Community Cleanup
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- Published: 05 October 2023 05 October 2023
Pick It Up – Toss No Mas October Trick-or-Trash Community Cleanup Featuring Costume Contest on Saturday, October 14th at 9 am – 12 pm at Grant County Community Foundation parking lot
Silver City's Pick It Up–Toss No Mas is thrilled to present our Trick-or-Trash Community Cleanup event! Get ready to put on your most enchanting Halloween costume for a chance to win a prize and enjoy a frighteningly fun time as we clean up our community. Join us on Saturday, October 14th, 2023, at the Grant County Community Foundation parking lot from 9 am to noon. You won’t want to miss this spooktacular chance to make a difference in your community!
Grant Soil and Water Conservation District October 16, 2023
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- Published: 05 October 2023 05 October 2023
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT:
The regular monthly board meeting of the Grant Soil and Water Conservation District will be held Monday, October 16, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the NRCS Building; 3082 32nd Street Bypass; Suite C; Silver City, NM 88061. The meeting is open to the public.
To request a copy of the agenda or for more information, please call 575-388-1569 or email grantswcdnm@gmail.com
Trailhead improvements complete in Burro Mountains
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- Published: 05 October 2023 05 October 2023
Gila National Forest completes upgrades for Continental Divide Trail trailheads
SILVER CITY, NM, October 5, 2023 – The Gila National Forest, Silver City Ranger District recently completed trailhead improvements along Red Rock Road (Grant County Road 4-24) and Forest Ridge Road (Grant County Road 4-6) for the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail in the Burro Mountains southwest of Silver City.
“Hats off to the forest road crew, who accomplished the upgrade of these parking areas from rutted patches of dirt into attractive parking areas that can better accommodate the use they receive,” said Silver City District Ranger Elizabeth Toney. “With these improvements, the trailheads better reflect the high profile and iconic nature of the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail and our commitment to provide high-quality recreation facilities.”
Gila National Forest offices closed Monday, October 9, 2023
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- Published: 05 October 2023 05 October 2023
SILVER CITY, NM, Oct. 5, 2023 – Gila National Forest offices in Quemado, Reserve, Glenwood, Mimbres, Truth or Consequences, and Silver City will be closed on Monday, October 9 in observance of Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Normal hours and operations will resume Tuesday, Oct. 10.
“Fall is a great time to visit the Gila, with warm days and cool nights. This might be your last chance for a long holiday weekend campout before cold winter weather sets in,” said Gila National Forest Supervisor Camille Howes. “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.”
Southwest Word Fiesta 2023: Novelist Panel
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- Published: 04 October 2023 04 October 2023
This year’s Southwest Word Fiesta novelist panel features nationally celebrated authors Mary Glickman, Jennifer E. Smith, Rocce Hill, and Elizabeth Millane. The session will be held Friday, October 27, 3:30-4:30 PM at the Besse Forward Global Resource Center in classroom A next to the main auditorium. The panelists, joining the Fiesta via Zoom, will share their broad range of life experiences and literary explorations. A Q & A session will follow.
United Way of Southwest New Mexico - October 10, 2023
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- Published: 03 October 2023 03 October 2023
I’m thrilled to invite you to our upcoming event in celebration of our organization’s 65th Anniversary!
As a valued community partner, you have always been a part of our success, and we would like to celebrate with you. The celebration event will be held NEXT Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at 5:00pm at United Way of SWNM Office- 11587 HWY180E Silver City, NM 88061 (across from J&J Signs). We’ll have delicious food and drinks, so all you have to do is show up and have a good time.
My humble request is that you RSVP to provide our team the opportunity to plan for food. Please RSVP by responding to the email.
Join us as we recognize this milestone for our organization!
Amanda Morales | Chief Executive Officer
United Way of Southwest New Mexico
1401 S Don Roser STE. A2 Las Cruces, NM 88011
Phone: 575-524-7561 | www.uwswnm.org