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Sale will benefit Gila Regional Medical Center 

Dave Hawkins, Principal Hydrogeologist, Barranca Group, LLCThe Rotary Club of Silver City will present "Water Supply Development in Latin America," a talk by hydrogeologist Dave Hawkins, on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at noon in the Gila Regional Medical Center Conference Room. The event is free and open to the public. 

Hawkins brings more than 40 years of experience with water issues across the intermountain West, northern Mexico, and other regions around the world. His talk will draw on that experience to examine the challenges and methods of developing reliable water supplies in Latin America. 

Over his career, Hawkins has worked in hydrologic modeling, supervised water quality monitoring programs, directed large-scale drilling programs for water supply development, and developed water supplies for both potable and industrial use. 

From 1986 to 2000, Hawkins served as Principal Hydrogeologist for Groundwater Resources Consultants, Inc., of Tucson, Arizona. Since 2001, he has been owner and Principal Hydrogeologist of Barranca Group, LLC. 

For more information, contact Phil Schoenberg at 831-682-5605 or 

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At United Way of Southwest New Mexico, we believe that meaningful change happens when we come together, build relationships, and share ideas.

We would love for you to join us for a Community Partners Luncheon—a time to step away from the day-to-day, enjoy a meal together, make connections, and simply gather with others who are committed to strengthening our community.

This luncheon is an opportunity to:

Tuesday, Sept. 22

911 hang-up
Park Street
Female screaming, "I am calling the cops!", then disconnects saying, "I will call you back." Negative contact upon callback.

Wednesday, Sept. 23

Threat
Tom Foy Blvd.
Caller requests LE meet her there/she is having issues with the same child and their parents/this is the second time the child has threatened to kill her son/the school has the reports/they should be in the principal's office/caller just got there and will meet in the principal's office.

04:00pm - 07:00pm Meckel Atelier Grand Opening :: Arts & Music

The Meckel Atelier is the working studio and art gallery of artist Charlie Meckel, offering fine art for sale and art instruction. Meckel Atelier will be hosting a grand opening event from 4-7 pm on Friday October 2nd 2026. The public is warmly invited to come enjoy the art, snacks and refreshments.

Location Meckel Atelier 808 N Bullard, Silver City

A few spots left in the sell-out recreational ride on a worldclass racecourse

Silver City, NM — The organizers of the Tour of the Gila bicycle stage race, along with record-setting ultra-endurance athlete Lael Wilcox, are welcoming recreational cyclists to southwest New Mexico for a fun and timed road ride on Saturday, October 10th.

The 2026 Lael Wilcox Gila Monster Gran Fondo presented by Hidalgo Medical Services is a chance for non-competitive athletes to enjoy iconic and scenic racecourses. The event ensures participants are supported in the challenge with well-stocked aid stations, support vehicles carrying inflation and hydration supplies. The day is capped with a post-ride party with friends made along the way.

There are no blotters to report this week as HPD Chief Aaron Ordonez and some office staff were in Albuquerque attending New Mexico Property and Evidence training. All calls were handled by GCSO.

Silver City Fire Department

Tuesday, Sept. 22

Fire
1409 N. Silver Street
Burning items in a barrel/caller can see the flames. Not showing any controlled burns for this location/clear locally.

Friday, Sept. 25

Fire, other
205 W. Victoria Street
Advised the homeless people have a fire going. SCPD officer – Behind the Senior Center and down the trail/an individual was issued a 2-year CTW. Attack 1 – the fire is small and contained.

Upper Mimbres Volunteer Fire Department