June 10th, 2015: Road Advisory

Here’s a look at today’s headlines: The Kerr Fire burning on National Forest Lands 17 miles northeast of Reserve is currently reported as 110 acres.  The fire was caused by a lightning strike on May 1st.  Fire management officers are taking this opportunity to improve natural resource values by improving forest health and watershed conditions….

The Deming Police Department has announced the formation of its new Fugitive Apprehension Unit (FAU), a specialized team focused on locating and apprehending individuals with outstanding warrants. The department recently carried out two successful operations, resulting in seven arrests, highlighting the officers’ dedication and commitment to community safety. The establishment of the FAU reflects the…

Western New Mexico University was recently awarded a $20,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts to help support Fiesta Latina, the university’s signature cultural event. Fiesta Latina is a celebration of New Mexico’s ties to Mexico and Mexican folk art through Mexican films, musical performances, cultural dances and much more. The funding is…

For the fourth consecutive year, Western New Mexico University (WNMU) welcomed students from Mescalero Apache Schools and Ruidoso High School as they continued their annual tradition of harvesting wild agave, or mescal, on land owned by WNMU’s close community partner, Freeport-McMoRan. During their visit, the students toured various academic departments and engaged with WNMU students,…

Here’s a look at today’s headlines: Reserve Schools will be hosting a ground breaking ceremony for the start of construction of its new campus Tuesday, April 29, at 10:30 am on the football field. Call Bill Green (575) 533 – 6241 ext1013 with questions. Some of the members of the Southwest New Mexico Quilters Guilt…