Non-Local News Releases

The Carrizozo Heritage Museum and Visitor Center will be showing an exhibit featuring the Trinity test that will be added to the museum. The opening of the exhibit will be on March 22, 2025 at 10:00 a.m and we are excited to announce that Representative Melanie Stansbury will be in attendance for the opening and ribbon cutting and will say a few words. Governor Michelle Lujuan Grisham is sending a letter and it will be read at the opening ceremony.

See letter below

March 15, 2025

Update: Today, crews worked to mop up the Mogote Hill fire's perimeter and secure drainages, with good precipitation on the incident area. The fire is estimated at 15,000 acres and by the end of today's shift, containment is anticipated to be 50%. Some resources have been released however others will continue checking for hotspots through tomorrow. This will be the final notification unless there are significant changes.

The Mogote Hill Fire was discovered at 12:05 p.m .Friday March 14, 2025, on private land in Mora County east of I-25, south of Wagon Mound.

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, and Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) issued the following joint statement after voting against Republicans' yearlong Continuing Resolution, which removes nearly all guardrails on federal funding and gives the Trump administration and Elon Musk unprecedented tools to harm New Mexico families:

In all construction zones, motorists are asked to reduce speed, obey posted signs, and use extreme caution, as well as continue to be cautious of heavy equipment and construction personnel in the area. PLEASE NOTE: Conditions are subject to change without notice. Double fines for speeding in work zones may be in effect.

White Sands Missile Range Notification
For information regarding closures, you may call WSMR at 678-1178 or 678-2222 for updates.

March 14, 2025
The New Mexico Forestry Division would like to update you on a wildfire that is requiring the
attention of state, local and federal resources in New Mexico. The Mogote Hill Fire is burning
in grass and high winds on private land in Mora County east of I-25, south of Wagon Mound.
The fire is estimated at 3,000 acres, is zero percent contained, and the cause of the fire is under
investigation.

SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and the New Mexico Film Office are proud to announce that "Young Guns 3: Dead or Alive," the highly anticipated next chapter in the iconic Western franchise, will be filmed in New Mexico.

Lujan Grisham, joined by actor and director Emilio Estevez, made the announcement during Film and Media Day at the State Capitol today.

"The original 'Young Guns' films showcased New Mexico's stunning landscapes to the world and helped establish our state as a premier filming destination," said Gov. Lujan Grisham. "'Young Guns 3: Dead or Alive' will add to this legacy, further solidifying New Mexico's place in the national film industry."

Order Number 03-03-04-25-02
Albuquerque, NM, March 13, 2025 – The Cibola National Forest and National Grasslands (NF&NGs) has terminated the road closure order (#03-03-04-25-02) for National Forest Road (NFR) 245, that started at the gate at New Canyon Campground up to Capilla Peak Campground on the Mountainair Ranger District.

The purpose of this order that went into effective on January 19th was to protect public safety and prevent natural resource damage from vehicular traffic during the winter months while the ground/soil is saturated within the closure area.

SANTA FE – Today the Senate reconfirmed Chris Hefner as New Mexico's State Mine Inspector by a vote of 38-0. Senator Crystal Brantley (R-Elephant Butte), who sponsored Hefner's reappointment, highlighted his experience, dedication to miner safety, and the vital role he plays in New Mexico's mining communities.

"Chris Hefner's expertise and commitment to protecting our miners make him an invaluable asset to New Mexico," said Senator Brantley. "As our State Mine Inspector, he ensures our miners have safe working conditions and that families know their loved ones are coming home each day."

Hefner, a resident of Socorro, was first appointed in 2020 and operates out of the New Mexico Bureau of Mine Safety at New Mexico Tech. His role includes conducting mine inspections, investigating mining accidents, and providing training programs that promote safety throughout the state's mining industry.