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The latest update on the Signal Fire from the Southwest Incident Management Team #5 says the fire remains around 5,740 acres and is now 35% contained.  Last night, 647 personnel fought the blaze with a full suppression strategy.  Firefighters focused on the eastern portions of the fire.  The remainder of the fire perimeter is being…

Here’s a look at today’s headlines: The Kerr Fire on the Reserve Ranger District remained active yesterday, though all fire lines held.  Operations included conducting interior aerial ignitions to even out the fire edge before expected winds impacted the area.  The Kerr Fire is 3,388 acres and 25% contained.  In addition, strong southwest winds are…

The Gila National Forest, Silver City Ranger District recently completed trailhead improvements along Red Rock Road and Forest Ridge Road for the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail in the Burro Mountains southwest of Silver City. The Gila National Forest road crew constructed new graded, graveled parking areas along Red Rock Road and Forest Ridge Road…

The Silver City Public Library will be sponsoring a concert this Wednesday, May 24th. The concert will feature the Grant County Band “Siempre”. It will take place at Gough Park at 6:00p.m. and is free and open to the public thanks to the generous support of the Friends of the Library.    A BIG Congratulations to…