Aldo Leopold Charter School 9th grade students visited the Macho Springs Wind Farm in Hatch to learn more about sustainability issues within the energy sector of the economy. Students had the opportunity to experience the lifecycle of energy including energy generation to transmission and consumption, the American electric grid and the basics of wind power….
The Bootheel Foundation, which helps support education in New Mexico, will be awarding $40,000 in teacher grants to Silver City, Lordsburg and Cobre to help enhance learning experiences. Through a selection process, the foundation has identified deserving teachers and programs that demonstrate dedication to fostering creativity, critical thinking and student engagement. The grants are aimed…
Here’s a look at today’s headlines: The Treasure Mountain Fire was remapped at 65 acres today. The fire is located six miles northwest of Silver City. Bureau of Land Management officials report the 65-acre Treasure Mountain Fire is now 80% contained. There are no structures threatened, and some resources will be released from the incident…