The Estancia Public Library has closed indefinitely after a vehicle struck its electrical boxes, forcing the power company to shut off electricity to the facility, according to a social media […]
Torrance County
Newly appointed Mayor Steve Anaya aims to restore financial transparency
By Lauren Lifke Weeks after announcing that he wouldn’t be running for reelection in the Moriarty City Council, Steve Anaya was appointed mayor on Oct. 8 after the former mayor […]
Mountainair completes street micro-sealing project, plans major cleanup initiative
The town of Mountainair has completed micro-sealing work on three streets and announced plans for a comprehensive cleanup initiative targeting dilapidated structures, Mayor Peter Nieto announced Friday. Sunset Avenue has […]
Forest Service announces fall prescribed burns
The U.S. Forest Service will conduct prescribed burns across central New Mexico this fall in areas near Mountainair through December. The Cibola National Forest and National Grasslands announced plans for […]
Mountainair begins street resurfacing project on three roads
The town of Mountainair has begun a comprehensive street resurfacing project this week, affecting three major thoroughfares. Work began Wednesday on Sunset Avenue from Beal Street to Third Street, Cedardale […]
Mountainair to host breast cancer awareness walk
The Town of Mountainair will host a community breast cancer walk Saturday, Oct. 11, at 8:30 a.m. at Chavez Park. The event honors breast cancer survivors, patients and those who […]
Mountainair to begin street resurfacing project on three roads
The Town of Mountainair will begin micro-sealing work on three streets within the next two weeks, with construction potentially starting as early as next week, Mayor Peter Nieto announced in […]
Moriarty mayor resigns amid city’s financial crisis
Moriarty Mayor Brandon Webb resigned from office during a special city council meeting Monday night, citing ongoing political opposition and frustration with what he called constant resistance to his reform […]
Torrance County manager warns of economic ruin if detention facility closes
A potential ban on federal immigrant detention facilities in New Mexico would have a devastating impact on Torrance County, according to a local official. Jordan Barela, the Torrance County manager, […]
