The Gaffney-Oglesby Detachment 1328 Marine Corps League is organizing the James H. Pirtle “Walk for Heroes”, an annual walk held around September 11th to commemorate the victims and responders of 9-11 2001, as well as all of the service men and women who were wounded or killed in the battle against terrorism. Since September 11th…
The Bootheel Foundation, which helps support education in New Mexico, will be awarding $40,000 in teacher grants to Silver City, Lordsburg and Cobre to help enhance learning experiences. Through a selection process, the foundation has identified deserving teachers and programs that demonstrate dedication to fostering creativity, critical thinking and student engagement. The grants are aimed…
Here’s a look at today’s headlines: Today, U.S. Senator Tom Udall, who oversees the Small Business Administration (SBA) as chairman of the Senate Appropriations Financial Services and General Government Subcommittee, announced that the New Mexico Economic Development Department Division of International Trade has been selected for an award through the SBA’s State Trade Export Promotion…
Happy Labor Day! The history of Labor Day in the United States can be traced back to the late 19th century, when the labor movement was gaining strength and advocating for better working conditions and fair treatment of workers. The first Labor Day was celebrated on September 5th, 1882, in New York, where union leaders…
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Delta Mu Delta is holding a Think Pink! fundraiser. A percentage of the proceeds will be donated to a local business that deals with Breast Cancer Awareness. Donations can be made within any department on campus at their front desk or on the website listed below. The last…