Silver City Daily Digest Thursday, May 07, 2026
Ty's Take
There's a lot of moving in Silver City right now—people saying goodbye to the old schoolhouse that taught the first generation of New Mexico public students, folks wrapping up another year on the Gila trails, and the harder kind of moving when somebody gets locked up on kidnapping charges and the bail gets denied. Meanwhile Vasquez is holding meetings about the HMS situation and we got rain that knocked down fire activity, which in this part of the state counts as good news any way you slice it. It's the kind of week that reminds you a small town isn't really small at all—it's just a place where everything that matters happens close enough that you can't look away.
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Silver City Daily Press
Vasquez holds meeting on HMS concerns
U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez convened a meeting in Silver City with former healthcare providers, patients, and local officials to address ongoing concerns about Hidalgo Medical Services, including high staff turnover and management issues at the federally qualified health center. Vasquez said his office...
Students, alumni say farewell to NM’s first public school
Sixth Street Elementary School, which has educated notable alumni including astronaut Harrison Schmitt and Lieutenant Governor Howie Morales, held a farewell celebration Friday ahead of its closure at the end of the school year. The 144-year-old building—the oldest continuously occupied educational...
Tour of the Gila wraps 39th year
The Tour of the Gila wrapped its 39th year Sunday with five days of professional and amateur cycling races across Grant County, drawing 19 UCI men's teams and 14 UCI women's teams in ideal racing conditions. Race Director Jack Brennan credited more than 300 volunteers and strong community support...
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Grant County Beat
Steve Rodriguez is held without bond for Kidnapping
A 47-year-old Silver City man has been charged with first-degree kidnapping and other offenses after an argument with his girlfriend escalated during a drive back from town. The District Attorney announced Steve Rodriguez is being held without bond pending his court proceedings.
Rainfall minimizes fire activity on Hummingbird Fire Update 050626
Recent rainfall has slowed fire activity on the Hummingbird Fire, which has burned 5,650 acres 15 miles east of Glenwood since igniting April 20 from a lightning strike. Crews have achieved 60 percent containment with 193 personnel assigned to the blaze.
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