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.
Gila National Forest wants to get every kid outdoors - free passes
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- Published: 28 September 2023 28 September 2023
Every Kid Outdoor passes available free to local fourth graders
SILVER CITY, NM, September 28, 2023 – The Gila National Forest has received a supply of 2023/2024 Every Kid Outdoors national public lands passes for distribution to fourth grade students. The pass covers entrance or day use fees at federal recreation sites.
“No matter where you live, all Americans are within two hours of a federal recreation site waiting to be discovered,” said Gila National Forest Supervisor Camille Howes. “This pass program was created so that fourth graders and their families could discover our nation’s wildlife, resources, and history with free access. It helps connect youth with the public lands in their back yards, developing the next generation of public land stewards.”
Gila National Forest hosts National Public Lands Day event - Catwalk
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- Published: 28 September 2023 28 September 2023
Come out and be a part of efforts to improve and maintain Catwalk area and trails.
SILVER CITY, NM, Sept 27, 2023 – Coming up on September 30, the Gila National Forest will host a volunteer event from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Catwalk Recreation Site in celebration of the 30th annual National Public Lands Day. Come on out and join Glenwood Ranger District staff to complete multiple service projects across the Whitewater Picnic Area and Catwalk National Recreation Trail. Please bring appropriate footwear, sunscreen, water, and snacks. The event will conclude at noon with lunch provided by the Glenwood Ranger District.
Journey Down the Gila to show at Silco Theater 100423
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- Published: 28 September 2023 28 September 2023
On Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at 7pm, The Silco Theater/Silver City Main Street and Heart of the Gila are co-hosting a special, one night, film screening event at the Silco Theater.
Journey Down the Gila is the first full-length feature film produced that visually captures the beauty of the Gila River through the 37-mile river run through the Gila Wilderness. The 90- minute documentary also tells the story of three local, New Mexico teens, who died in service to the wild places they loved, their mothers’ trip down the river they sought to protect, and the struggle to keep the Gila flowing free. Four years and multiple river trips in the making, Journey Down the Gila is a lush cinematic river-level journey down one of America’s great natural treasures.
October 1, 2023 is World Quaker Day
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- Published: 27 September 2023 27 September 2023
The Quakers of Gila Friends Meeting invite members of the community to join them at the First Church of Harmony, 609 Arizona Street in Silver City to celebrate World Quaker Day from 10:00 a.m. to noon this Sunday, October 1. A video about “Ubuntu” will be shared, with silent worship and worship sharing to follow. Light refreshments and social time will follow the rise of meeting. (Masks are optional.)
“Ubuntu” is a Bantu word widely used in Southern Africa. It is sometimes translated as “I am because you are,” or “we are because you are.” It is not just a word; it is a way of living. It resonates strongly with Quaker values of simplicity, peace, integrity, community and equality and the Biblical I Corinthians 12:12-27 emphasis on loving God and Spirit, cherishing Creation and treating others as we would wish to be treated.
7th annual mesquite milling and potluck
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- Published: 26 September 2023 26 September 2023
All are welcome at the seventh annual mesquite milling and potluck to be held at The Commons (501 East 13th Street, Silver City, NM) on Sunday, November 12th from 10am-2pm. Those who have harvested mesquite pods this summer will have the chance to mill them into flour using The Commons’ hammermill. There is a $4/gallon suggested donation for those milling pods. Mesquite pancakes and coffee will be served in addition to a potluck brunch, so bring your favorite dish to share if you like!
Those without mesquite pods to mill are very welcome to come and learn about the process and partake in the potluck.
We encourage people to bring garden seeds and surplus produce to exchange with other attendees.
Meeting giving an update on current and future behavioral health services
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- Published: 26 September 2023 26 September 2023
A meeting giving an update on current and future behavioral health services will take place from 5:30 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at the Veterans and Business Conference Center . Dr. Teresa Arizaga has organized it and t will be giving the community an update on current and future behavioral health services.
Dr. Teresa Arizaga is the Chief Mental Health Officer at Hidalgo Medical Services. A native New Mexican, Dr. Teresa Arizaga learned the importance of serving her community and medical profession at a young age. As practitioners in the medical field, her parents were instrumental in instilling a good work ethic, compassionate care and a people centered approach in her practice.
Dr. Arizaga is a product of the Silver Schools (Class of 1991) and obtained her B.A. in Psychology and Chemistry from New Mexico State University. Choosing to remain in New Mexico to be near her family, she earned her M.D. in 2000, completing her residency in psychiatry in 2004 from the University of New Mexico School of Medicine. She practiced at Gila Regional Medical Center beginning in 2005 and remained there for 15 years. She also ran a part time private practice for several years in Silver City, NM.
It is her hope to continue developing best practices with existing programs and to collaborate with GRMC, county detention centers, local providers, and with others. It is her vision to enhance behavioral health systems for children as well as proactive measures that can come with outpatient support, including drug and alcohol treatment. She believes that together, the potential for continued high quality behavioral health systems can be attained.
Monday Meeting With The Mayor - October 2, 2023
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- Published: 26 September 2023 26 September 2023
Silver City Mayor Ken Ladner would like to invite your input, ideas and inspirations toward making our town even better than it already is.
The next "Monday Meeting With The Mayor" will be at The Javalena Coffee House located at 117 West Market Street, on the corner of Market and Texas Streets, on Monday, October 2nd, from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
All are invited to stop by anytime between 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM. and share your insights and ideas with Mayor Ladner.
And, enjoy a soda or cup of coffee, compliments of the mayor.
GNF seeks Forestry Technicians
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- Published: 26 September 2023 26 September 2023
Gila National Forest seeks Forestry Technicians
Hiring events open door to opportunity
SILVER CITY, NM, Sept 26, 2023 – Opportunity is coming your way! Look out for several nation-wide Forest Service hiring events are occurring now through and October, with permanent seasonal and permanent full-time, career-ladder, entry-level Forestry Technician positions available across the Gila National Forest, across the Southwest, and across the nation.
“Here on the Gila National Forest, we are reaching out far and near to attract new workers,” said Gila National Forest Supervisor Camille Howes. “I know that communities of the Gila National Forest feel a deep connection to this beautiful landscape and its rich history that sometimes seems untouched by time. I invite local jobseekers to consider becoming a part of caring for the land and serving people and take the chance now, because there’s never been a better opportunity to embark on a rewarding, challenging, and meaningful career with the Forest Service.”