Local News Releases

SILVER CITY, NM — Western New Mexico University (WNMU) is seeking funds from the state legislature to modernize its athletic infrastructure and expand comprehensive health services for WNMU student-athletes. The university's proposal centers on the conviction that modernized facilities are a prerequisite for student success. 

The primary focus of the legislative request is an overhaul of aging HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) and air filtration systems within the university's athletic complexes. The proposed upgrades include the implementation of smart-zoning technology, designed to maintain regulated temperatures and high air quality in high-exertion environments such as weight rooms and practice courts.

Sunday, Feb.1

Welfare check – W. Short Street
Welfare check – E. 19th Street– 8:57 a.m.
Welfare check – Howell Street
Criminal trespass warning – E. 7th Street
Welfare check – Mountain View Road
Criminal trespass warning – N. Swan Street
Domestic – E. 8th Street
Welfare check – E. 14th Street
Criminal trespass warning – N. Rosedale Road
Welfare check – W. Highway 180
Battery – Ranch Club Road
Suspicious person – Fowler Avenue
Breaking and entering –N. Durango Street
Suspicious person – E. Market Street
Domestic – E. 19th Street – 10:21 p.m.

Monday, Feb. 2

February 15 at 10:00 am, 3845 North Swan Street  – "Releasing Negative Feelings for Emotional Freedom"

"People often say "I'm sad" or "I'm angry," as if those negative emotions were all or part of them. But sadness, anger, or other emotions are merely feelings that some of us stuff down inside, where their presence negatively impacts our health, our spirits, and our lives," Kris Neri said.

Neri will discuss her experiences with "The Sedona Method," a simple but effective technique for releasing the negative baggage inside, which Kris has personally used for over twenty years. She'll provide some history of the method, how it works, what users might experience, and strategies for those who might be more resistant to releasing than others. Attendees will have the chance to try it themselves.

Work continues fire mitigation debris clearing along New Mexico Highway 59

(Truth or Consequences, N.M., February 7, 2026) — The Gila National Forest intends to implement prescribed fire operations on the Black Range Ranger Districts on Feb. 9 and 10, pending weather conditions and all required approvals. We use prescribed fires to help reduce overgrown vegetation to help protect local communities, infrastructure and natural resources from wildfires.

Prescribed fires planned for the area include:

Mimbres Valley resident and volunteer Anne Duri helps give the new Mimbres Thrift & Farm Store its new vibrant look.  The store will open on Saturday, February 14 in time for Valentines Day shopping and feasting on traditional red enchilada dinners and chocolate Valentine decorated cupcakes, cookies and cakes. 

Store location is 2743B Highway 35 in Mimbres.  Store hours will be Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information go to Mimbres Food on Facebook or send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..  

See Flyer for event below

Lunch & Learn

Wednesday February 18 | 12pm to 1pm

WNMU Besse-Forward Global Resource Center, ABC Room

Medicare doesn't have to be confusing or overwhelming. Join us for Medicare 101, which will offer an overview of the basics. This presentation is perfect for newcomers or those needing a refresher and will empower you to take control of your benefits and make decisions without the stress.

This meeting will be for the improvements being done on Highway 180 - North Hudson - 14th Street

See flyer below for all information 

Resources diverted from recreation improvements and law enforcement to address damage from vandalism

(Silver City, N.M., February 3, 2026) —The Gila National Forest has seen an increase in vandalism at developed Forest Service sites including trailheads, campgrounds, and other recreation areas over the past several months. Recreation and Law Enforcement staff on the forest have had to redirect personnel and time away from their primary duties of improving recreational access for the public and ensuring public safety to rectify and investigate defaced areas.