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.

Silver City Police Department blotter – Feb. 19 through Feb. 22, 2024

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Published: 23 February 2024 23 February 2024

Monday, Feb. 19

Noise complaint
Penny Park – 2:01 a.m.
No report.

Domestic disturbance
610 N. Silver Street – Seasonal Overnight Shelter
Caller believes subjects in a white car are arguing and might have been physical.

Welfare check
Pine Street
Caller advised the father is refusing to communicate with her about the daughter/caller has a court order/he has been cursing her out all morning. Officer advised everything is okay/calling caller.

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RPNM’s Condolences for the Family and Friends of Ray Tavizon

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Published: 21 February 2024 21 February 2024

Our hearts and prayers go out to the family and loved ones of Ray Tavizon. Ray served as a former chairman of the Grant County Republican Party and as a current State Central Committee Member. Ray also served many years in law enforcement within Hidalgo and Grant County.

"From his selfless work as a law enforcement officer to his impactful involvement within the Republican Party, Ray always put others first. He will be remembered as a champion for the people," said RPNM chairman Steve Pearce.

A fundraiser for Ray's family has been set up to help them during this difficult time: Fundraiser by Laura Brown : Ray Tavizon (gofundme.com)

Know before you go to the Gila National Forest

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Published: 21 February 2024 21 February 2024

Help protect our public land resources for enjoyment by current and future generations

SILVER CITY, NM, February 21, 2024 – The weather is beginning to warm as the sun climbs higher north along the horizon on its annual march toward the spring equinox. With the warming weather, more people are getting out and enjoying all that the Gila National Forest has to offer. Recently, law enforcement officers have observed and received reports of a number of violations related to litter and motorized vehicles.

“Even if you are a frequent public land visitor, it is wise to check the rules and regulations that apply to the area of your planned visit before heading out,” said Silver City District Ranger Elizabeth Toney. “These rules exist in order to protect natural resources as well as public health and safety.”

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Grant County Republican Party Meeting March 5, 2024

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Published: 21 February 2024 21 February 2024

Grant County Republican Party Meeting March 5, 2024 at 6pm

Speaker Representative Luis Terrazas  -  Potluck - Bring your favorite dish

See pdf flyer below:

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Glenwood Ranger District closed February 22, 2024

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Published: 21 February 2024 21 February 2024

Glenwood Ranger District closed Thursday February 22

GLENWOOD, NM, February 21, 2024 – The Gila National Forest, Glenwood Ranger District office will be closed Thursday, February 22 for an all-employee team building event.

“While we regret any inconvenience to our customers, it’s important to be able to take a day out to work together on relationships and office norms so that we can all be more effective and efficient in our jobs” said Glenwood District Ranger Brian Stultz. “We will resume normal business hours on Friday, February 23.”

Anyone in need of information, maps, passes, or permits may obtain them from the nearest offices in Silver City or Reserve. For more information contact Maribeth Pecotte at 575-388-8211 or Maribeth.Pecotte@usda.gov .

Mad City Money – Reality Simulation

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Published: 21 February 2024 21 February 2024

United Way of Southwest New Mexico will be hosting the Mad City Money event on Tuesday, March 26 at Cobre Consolidated High School. Our organization is seeking volunteers to be vendors and assist the students in making financial decisions based on a supplied budget. Volunteers can participate as a vendor during a morning (9:30-Noon) or afternoon (1:00-3:30pm) session or Both!

For more information contact Monica Whitman at monicaw@uwswnm.org  or call the UW office at 575-524-7561. 

Jimmy Santiago Baca Visits ALCS

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Published: 21 February 2024 21 February 2024

JimmySantiagoBacaOn Tuesday, February 27 Aldo Leopold Charter School students in grades 6-12 will welcome award-winning author and poet Jimmy Santiago Baca. 

Among many topics, students and faculty are looking forward to hearing about his journey from prisoner to celebrated creator and how literacy set Baca on a whole new path. At the age of twenty, Baca served five years in the Arizona state prison system for drug trafficking. During his prison term, he learned to read and write. Since his release, Baca has authored 32 books in genres ranging from memoir, essay, short story, and poetry. He also launched two films and two TV series. His work covers themes of social justice, marginalized and disenfranchised populations, and addiction. 

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Fiddling Friends at the SC Library March 2, 2024

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Published: 21 February 2024 21 February 2024

FiddlingFriendsFiddling Friends at the SC Library    March 2 - Noon to 12:45

These young fiddlers, students of Jeanie McLerie and Ken Keppeler,  have been learning tunes from many places including New Mexico, Appalachia, Ireland, France and more.

They love to dance as well, and will dance a play party song called Here Comes Zodiac from Georgia. The audience will be invited to join in.

Contact Jeanie McLerie for more info. 575-313-4314 or Abigail Kipp akipp@silvercitylibrary.org

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