Community News
Cliff School Performs at Senior Center
- Category: Community News Community News
- Published: 06 May 2024 06 May 2024
This Monday the Cliff School Elementary traveled to the Gila Senior Center and performed a few songs during their lunch time gathering. Cliff school does not have a formal music program but Chelsea Shock has made it her mission to keep the joy of music in these children’s hearts. Without designated funding the teachers and the our wonderful principal have carved out a way to expose our children to music and dance.
WNMU Celebrates Graduates at Spring Commencement Ceremony
- Category: Community News Community News
- Published: 06 May 2024 06 May 2024
Western New Mexico University class of 2024 spring graduates were honored both on campus and virtually with a Friday evening hybrid ceremonySILVER CITY, NM – This spring, 535 students earned degrees or certificates from Western New Mexico University, and the Mustang community celebrated their achievement through a hybrid commencement ceremony that once again allowed for the participation of graduates on campus as well as those living and attending WNMU at a distance. Of the graduates who received diplomas from WNMU this spring, 408 chose to participate in the graduation ceremony on Friday, May 3, with 355 walking across the stage at Ben Altamirano Field and 53 participating virtually.
The Commons Grant County Announces 2024 Volunteers of the Year Recipients
- Category: Community News Community News
- Published: 06 May 2024 06 May 2024
[Editor's Note: The Beat awaits some photos, but this is the list of winners.]
The Volunteer Center of Grant County announced the 2024 Volunteers of the Year recipients at a gathering held at The Commons: Center for Food Security and Sustainability on Saturday afternoon April 13, 2024 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. The list below describes the groups and their award recipients.
Western Institute of Lifelong Learning (WILL)
- Susan Beck
PFLAG Silver City
- Victoria Reece
The Commons: Center for Food Security and Sustainability
- Kathleen Wigley
- Paula Makara
- Don Pryor
- Steve White
- Gayle Sera
Celebrating Claudia Lynn Smith's Illustrious Career and Welcoming Jody D. Alexander to Silver High School
- Category: Community News Community News
- Published: 03 May 2024 03 May 2024
This evening, we celebrate the illustrious career of Claudia Lynn Smith as she steps into retirement after over three decades of unwavering dedication to education. Claudia's journey began at Deming High School, where her leadership and passion for excellence set the stage for a storied career that culminated at Silver High School.
Grant County Community Foundation April 2024 Newsletter
- Category: Community News Community News
- Published: 30 April 2024 30 April 2024
Get Ready to Give Grandly: Join Us for a Day of Celebration and Giving!
Featured in this email:
- Give Grandly - May 4, 2024
- Social Media Workshop - May 8,2024
- Executive Director Round Table May 14, 2024
- The 30 Something Call for Applications Deadline
- Special Thank You to Groundworks New Mexico
Historical Society of New Mexico Honors Grant County Experts
- Category: Community News Community News
- Published: 29 April 2024 29 April 2024
Dr. John Bell and Susan Berry
In ceremonies recently held in Albuquerque, the Historical Society of New Mexico honored two accomplished Silver City residents for their contributions to New Mexico history.
WNMU Looks to Expand Its Healthcare Workforce Programs
- Category: Community News Community News
- Published: 29 April 2024 29 April 2024
Western New Mexico University is ramping up its efforts to train those looking to enter the healthcare workforce. The university currently offers courses in phlebotomy and Certified Nurse Aide (CNA).
The CNA class is offered every spring, fall, and summer and is taught in both Silver City and Deming. The phlebotomy course is currently in Deming, but the university also plans to offer it at the Silver City campus.
According to Healthcare Workforce Programs Director Victor Stephen Gonzales (BSN ’17, MSN ’23), the next healthcare workforce program under development is a pharmacy tech program. The curriculum for the program has been developed, and WNMU is currently seeking instructors to teach the coursework.
Data Shows Silver City Residents Trust Police
- Category: Community News Community News
- Published: 26 April 2024 26 April 2024
Silver City Patrolman Bristan Lockett interviews Jose Acosta as his son, Michael Acosta, looks on. Officers are required to conduct a minimum of five such "community contacts" each month, as part of the department's ongoing community engagement initiatives.Traffic Issues, Homelessness are Top Concerns
Silver City -- Annual police community engagement data show that the vast majority of residents contacted feel that Silver City police officers are approachable and trustworthy, while residents' top concerns are traffic-related, along with various consequences of homelessness.
The data is based on the Silver City Police Department's (SCPD) ongoing "citizen contact" initiative, in which patrol officers simply ask citizens that they encounter during their shift if they may ask a few questions. Officers are expected to complete at least five contacts each month, then Chief Freddie Portillo compiles and analyzes the information. Assistant Town Manager James Marshall reviews the data, and helps follow through with any complaints, needs or concerns.