REMOVED: UPDATE: I-10 milepost 81 to milepost 85 completely closed-police activity
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- Published: 22 January 2024 22 January 2024
I-10 westbound lanes from milepost 81 to 85 are now open, removed from NM Roads.
CLOSURE – DEMING AREA
I-10 westbound lanes from milepost 81 to 85 are closed due to police activity, the eastbound lanes are now open. Traffic is being diverted to Pine Road. Motorists are asked to reduce speed, obey posted signs, and watch out for emergency personnel while using caution. Please be sure to expect delays.
ROAD ADVISORY:
CLOSURE – DEMING AREA
I-10 both east and westbound at milepost 81 to milepost 85 all lanes are closed due to police activity. Traffic is being diverted to Pine Road. Motorists are asked to reduce speed, obey posted signs, and watch out for emergency personnel while using caution. Please be sure to expect delays.)
GRMC held Board of Trustees meeting 122023, part 1
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- Published: 21 January 2024 21 January 2024
By Mary Alice Murphy
{Editor's Note: Apologies for this being so late. The author missed the meeting because of not wanting to share a bad cold, and it took a while to get a recording. This is part 1 of a series of articles.]
After the reading of the mission, vision and values by various Board of Trustee members, Chair Dr. Fred Fox wished the board, the hospital staff and the general community Happy Holidays.
During recognitions, the board honored Marsha Lopez for her 45 years of service in the operating room. She was not present to receive the award.
Winter Weather Advisory 0121-012224
Southern Gila Region Highlands/Black Range-
Including the cities of Lake Roberts and Kingston
405 AM MST Sun Jan 21 2024
Andrea Montoya chosen as Deputy County Manager for Grant County
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- Published: 19 January 2024 19 January 2024
Photo and article by Mary Alice Murphy
Andrea Montoya, a long-time resident of Grant County, has served as Deputy County Manager to Grant County Manager Charlene Webb for a few weeks now.
When asked why she applied for the job, Montoya said: "I have a passion for working for the government while working toward common goals. I was excited about the growth opportunity, and I believe my overall strengths align very well with this position."
Silver Schools hold title 9 meeting
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- Published: 18 January 2024 18 January 2024
By Lynn Janes
The Silver City Consolidated Schools held a special meeting on December 14, 2023. Members in attendance included Ashley Montenegro and Patrick Cohn. Superintendent William Hawkins also attended. Michelle Diaz, Mike McMillan, and Eddie Flores did not attend.
Sally Marquez, New Mexico Athletic Association (NMAA) director came to the meeting to present to the board what title 9 entailed and answer any questions the audience or board had.
Montenegro said they had a lot of questions about it and Marquez would be open to questions after the presentation.
Santa Clara flea market moves
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- Published: 18 January 2024 18 January 2024
By Lynn Janes
The Village of Santa Clara held a meeting December 14, 2023. Mayor Richard Bauch called the meeting to order. Trustees, Olga Amador, Peter Erickson, and Arnold Lopez attended. Mayor Pro Tem Albert Esparza didn't attend.
Mayor's report
Bauch said the Bellm Street project had been going well and the village had obtained the extra funding needed to finish the complete project. The modular unit they had purchased to utilize for a commercial building to rent would be arriving soon.
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