Forest Order/Closure Update

Here’s a look at today’s headlines: The North Fire on the Magdalena Ranger District grew in size and is now over 21,000 acres and at 30% containment.  Acreage will increase daily as ignition operations continue.  The North Fire is located in the San Mateo Mountains 25 miles southwest of Magdalena.  It continues to be actively…

The Upper Gila Watershed Alliance recently received funding from the New Mexico Environment Department River Stewardship Program to restore Adair Spring, a tributary of the San Francisco River in the Quemado District of the Gila National Forest. The restoration project’s objective is to help surface water quality and improve the spring and wetland habitat in…

The Commons Center for Food Security and Sustainability is pleased to recognize Terry and Nancy Brown in their Volunteer Spotlight. Although their time in Silver City was brief, their contributions made a lasting impact. Nancy served as a dedicated volunteer with the Choose Your Own Pantry program, while Terry generously offered his skills to support…

Here’s a look at today’s headlines: New Mexico Lottery Scratcher sales increased by 14.54% in Fiscal Year 2015 compared to Fiscal Year 2014, offsetting a 13.8% decline in drawing game sales.  Money raised for college students increased this year to $41.1 million, beating last year’s return of $40.9 million. It represents a return of 30…