Gila National Forest making progress on prescribed burning

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…

Here’s a look at today’s headlines: The 2014 New Mexico Veterans’ PTSD Wellness Conference that will be held in Albuquerque on September 13th, will focus on healing the battle-scarred veteran and his or her family.  Veterans, National Guard, Reserve, and active-duty personnel and their spouses, family members, and caregivers are encouraged to attend.  Sessions will…

Here’s a look at today’s headlines: Firefighters on the Pinon and Moore fires reported slower growth Tuesday and much less smoke than previous days.  The 3,200-acre Pinon Fire is located 13 miles east of Reserve, NM on the Reserve Ranger District with 40 personnel on scene. The 4,000-acre Moore Fire is located in the Gila…

Here’s a look at today’s headlines: The Mimbres Region Arts Council announced their winners for its annual Chocolate Fantasia, held this past Saturday in downtown Silver City.  Winners for the category of sites/destination included Diane’s Restaurant, Raven’s Nest, Encore, Insurance First, and Seedboat Gallery.  Winners for the Chocolate Category included The Jumping Cactus, Silver City…