May Library Events

The Western New Mexico University Kinesiology Department is offering a “Kinesiology Kids Bike Club” for area youth who are interested in learning more about bike riding. The bike club will start on March 18th and will run until April 22nd. Participants will meet every Monday from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Regents Square on…

Here’s a look at the local headlines: As of the latest report, the Signal Fire north of Silver City had reached 5,740 acres, and was 15% contained.  Nearly 600 personnel are fighting the fire, including 5 helicopters, 18 engines, and 1 bulldozer.  Crews continue to build lines on the northeast and east sides, and continue…

Due in part to the warm, dry weather yesterday, the Silver Fire has reached 36,500 acres.  The fire continues to grow primarily toward the north, but Fire crews are currently able to maintain containment lines.  The fire remains 5% contained. There has been very little fire activity south of NM Highway 152.  Indirect line construction…

Here’s a look at today’s headlines: The Gila National Forest wishes to notify the public of the re-opening of four campgrounds on the Wilderness Ranger District.  A large section of the access road had been washed out and is now reopened, restoring access to Woody’s Corral, TJ’s Corrall, Scorpion campgrounds, and the West Fork Trail…