Stuff you need to know, 9.28.23
Today's intelligence:: President Biden protects the Endangered Species status of an iconic New Mexican grouse.
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Here we go again: another $9.9 million water project hits the capital-project pipeline and the city commission asks nary a question
Who determined this capital project should be pursued and why? The City commission and the city manager do not deign to answer.
Stuff you need to know, 9.26.23
Today's intelligence: "Marty," New Mexico's sole known moose, is again on the loose.
Aftermath delight
The moments after experiencing a wondrous nature wow, are often a quiet time of reflection. Reaching back and replaying the moments is a skill so worth developing. A recent early morn thunderstorm was such a moment for me. I can only hope others were wowed by the same storm.
Stuff you need to know, 9.23.23
For your weekend viewing pleasure, we offer this Searchlight New Mexico photo essay documenting people and places along the 470-mile stretch of the Rio Grande in New Mexico.
Free Irish Music concert
Take the scenic trip to Kingston for an evening of entertainment.
Stuff you need to know, 9.22.23
Today's intelligence: Will financial losses lead to the closure of Deming, New Mexico's 142-year-old newspaper? Plus: The out-of-court settlement of a wrongful death suit brought against Judge Shannon Murdock and the 7th Judicial District Court (which serves Sierra County).
Story Lab begins new season
TorC Story Lab's new season kicks off October 8th with some crowd favorites.
Stuff you need to know, 9.21.23
Today's intelligence: Tesla automotives supplier to build plant in Santa Teresa Borderplex, while the state is urged to seek federal aid to clean up groundwater contamination at the White Sands Test Facility.
Sunday Concert in Hillsboro
The Hillsboro Community Center is hosting a concert featuring the eclectic music of Big Ditch Crickets.
Stuff you need to know, 9.20.23
Today's intelligence: The Organ Mountains-Dsert Peaks National Monument near Las Cruces has exceeded expectations in terms of visitation and economic impact. Plus: The Bureau of Land Management has been sued for its alleged neglect of environmental oversight of grazing lands.
City Commissioners question State Engineer’s closure of hot springs basin
If only the Truth or Consequences City Commission held themselves, city staff and hired engineers accountable in the same manner they questioned Office of the State Engineer officials.