Local News
County Commissioner Milo’s Services Planned for Monday
(Deming) – Luna County Commissioner Joe “Oleo” Milo passed away Wednesday afternoon at Mimbres Memorial Hospital in Deming. He was 56. “Oleo” as he was affectionately known, was born April 18, 1961 to Olga Madrid and Joe Milo Sr. in Deming. He was a graduate of Deming Public Schools and was involved with the operation of the family business, J & J Printing, until his death. Oleo was first elected to represent Luna County Commission District 1 in November of 2010 and was re-elected to a second four-year term in November of 2014. He served as chair of the commission in 2015. Oleo coached his children throughout T-Ball, Little League and softball. He loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing and was one of the founders of the Florida Bowhunters Archery Club. A most important part of his life was enjoying his grandchildren and serving in the political arena. Visitation will begin Monday morning, July 24, 2017 at 9 o’clock in the morning at Holy Family Catholic Church where a prayer vigil will follow at 9:30 led by Eddie Diaz. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 o’clock with Fr. Ronald Machado, Pastor, officiating. Concluding services and interment will follow at Mt. View Cemetery. Gov. Susana Martinez will appoint someone to fulfill the remainder of Milo’s term on the commission, which runs through December of 2018. Local Animal Shelter Staff Concerned Over Numbers (Deming) – The Deming Animal shelter personnel are expressing alarm over the amount of dogs and cats currently housed in the shelter. According to a post on the shelter’s Facebook page, last week the shelter received 58 dogs and pups and is currently full. The shelter is not a no-kill shelter, and the staff are concerned about the current numbers. Local residents are being urged to go to the shelter to find lost pets, adopt, foster or donate supplies, such as canned puppy or kitten food, dry dog or cat food, and new towels and blankets. Local adoption fee’s include a veterinarian wellness check-up, a spay and neuter coupon and the pet’s city or county license. Photo’s of current pets needing adoption are currently on our web page - click the pet of the week link above to view 4 legged friends that just need a home and love. The shelter is located at 2125 Onate Drive in the Industrial Park and is open from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Saturday’s 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. and closed on Sundays. Shelter staff can be reached during business hours at 546-2024. CYFD hold Child Care Provider Recruitment Event in Deming (Deming) - Would you like to become a child care provider, but don’t know where to start? There will be a Child care provider recruitment event held in Deming Tuesday July 25th. The event will be at the Deming Literacy Center 2301 S. Tin from 5:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. According to a media release, the local Children Youth and Family Department will have snacks and beverages available to those who attend along with information being provided on how you can become a registered or licensed child care provider in New Mexico. CYFD staff will be on hand to answer your questions, and assist you in starting the process of being a child care provider. For more information contact Anna Chavez at 546-6557. Crime Report (Deming) – Here’s today’s local crime report: Ismael Carreon, age 24, arrested for DWI and a traffic violation… Benjamin Gutierrez, age 21, arrested on a 6th Judicial District Court warrant for violating conditions of probation… Larry Ponce, age 24, arrested on a 6th Judicial District Court warrant for violating conditions of probation… Horacio Villegas, age 42, arrested on a Magistrate warrant for failure to pay fines… Socorro Anchondo, age 50, charged with driving with a suspended or revoked license… Irvinn Eduardo Villalba, age 20, arrested on a Magistrate court warrant for failure to appear… Anthony Meraz, age 37, arrested on a Municipal warrant for failure to appear… David Crumpton, age 47, arrested on a Magistrate warrant for failure to pay fines… Jerry Nick Encinas, age 46, charged with interfering with officers and concealing identity… Jimmy Kennedy, age 41, arrested for false imprisonment and battery against a household member and on a Magistrate warrant for failure to pay fines. In other reports, a window air conditioning unit was taken from a residence on 4th street. A blue Marlin bicycle valued at $850 was stolen from a residence on East Florida Street. Rings and other items with a value of $200 were taken from a residence on South Whittier Street. A Honda Civic was keyed on Santa Monica Street, damage was listed at $200. A chain link fence gate with a value of $100 was stolen from a residence on Okelly Drive. Finally, over $12,000 worth of industrial tools and a utility trailer was stolen from a residence on Fairfield Road.
Luna County Broadcasting
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Local Deming Weather
Deming Radio Weather Steve Hamilton
Tonight: Scattered showers and thunderstorms. Low: Mid 60s. Wind: SW 5 to 15 mph. Saturday: Partly sunny in the morning, then scattered showers and thunderstorms. High: Lower 90s. Wind: S 5 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Saturday Night: Scattered showers and thunderstorms. Low: Upper 60s. Sunday: Partly sunny. High: Around 90. Regional Weather: The flow of tropical air from Mexico continues unabated through much of the coming weekend. That means a good chance of showers and thunderstorms for much of NM. With the increased cloud cover in the afternoon, temperatures will stay fairly cool for the western half of the state. Warmer temperatures to the east where the atmosphere will be capped with warm air in the mid levels, inhibiting thunderstorm activity. Flash flooding, and urban street flooding could be an issue over most of the mountains and northwestern NM, while the eastern plains stay relatively warm and dry. Weather hazards: Areas of locally-heavy rain, causing poor visibility, and possible local flooding in areas where strong storms develop in the afternoon and evening. KDEM-FM LIVE AUDIO 
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