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 DEMING - The City of Deming would like to congratulate Firefighter/EMT, Erick Jimenez! Erick has successfully passed his National Registry testing for Advanced EMT! Good job Erick!
The Deming Fire Department has pending tests for 9 employees! They are pending as follows 4 Basic EMT, 4 Advanced EMT, and 1 Paramedic.  SANTA TERESA, NEW MEXICO – The War Eagles Air Museum is teaming up with Red Arrow Flight Academy, to host the upcoming 2022 Aviation Summer Adventure Camp! The summer camp is taking place at War Eagles Air Museum (8012 Airport Rd., Santa Teresa, NM 88008) and begins Monday, June 6th at 10:00 am. The 2022 Aviation Summer Adventure Camp will feature field trips to exclusive aviation related destinations in the area, FAA Aviation lessons taught by a Chief Flight Instructor, hands-on flight time in a Cessna aircraft, various STEM education activities, and a final graduation flight in a private helicopter. "We are very excited to co-host the summer camp. It will be an opportunity to introduce kids to aviation and the behind-the-scenes of the aviation industry in a way that hasn't been done before in our community." -Tomas Peralta, Red Arrow Flight Academy’s Chief Flight Instructor.
War Eagles Air Museum is proud to bring the 2022 Aviation Summer Adventure Camp to the area. The 2022 Aviation Summer Adventure Camp will be a never-before seen immersive aviation experience, that we hope will ignite young minds in the community. The camp is designed to cater to youth ranging from 11-14 years in age. "We are thrilled to introduce a program that will plant a seed to inspire young minds to grow into the next future pilots, aerospace engineers, and astronauts of our time. Join us in learning about the exciting world of aviation!" said Vanessa Martinez, Executive Director of the War Eagles Air Museum. Campers have the opportunity to learn first-hand about the dynamics of airplanes and flight along with the broad spectrum of careers in the aerospace industry. Campers get to fly an airplane hands-on at the end of the camp after being introduced to general flying knowledge and practicing in a simulator. There is a strong education component that all campers receive. There are field trips to explore various elements that together form the aerospace industry. Tickets are available for purchase online: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/320838836597 Ticket pricing: Aviation Summer Adventure Camp $525.00 per child – Camp runs Monday through Friday from 10am – 3pm. This will be the first-ever aviation related summer camp offered in the area!  DEMING – Luna County Sheriff Kelly Gannaway recently announced that the department was able to purchase three new fully equipped patrol cars for the Luna County Sheriff's Office patrol division.
According to a news release, the three vehicles were purchased through the Luna County Sheriff's Office budget. The units are 2022 Dodge Durangos and display Luna County Sheriff's Office decals.  DEMING, N.M. (AP) — Authorities say three West Texas residents were killed when the SUV they were riding in while it was being towed on a New Mexico highway rolled after both vehicles ran off the road.
A New Mexico State police spokesman said Monday that eight people were in two SUVs headed east on Interstate 10 outside of Deming when the accident happened Saturday night. The three men who died were not wearing seat belts and were ejected from a Nissan SUV. The Nissan driver was badly injured and four people in the SUV that had been towing the Nissan were also hurt. Two of the dead were from El Paso and the third from the nearby community of Anthony.  DEMING – The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) along with the assistance of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program invite you to attend an electric vehicle infrastructure public meeting.
This meeting will collect feedback on electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure needs and potential locations. Attendees will have a chance to better understand the NEVI program and its impact, ask questions, and provide feedback for the NMDOT on EV infrastructure needs and locations. New Mexico expects to receive approximately $38 million from this program over five years from the US Department of Transportation (DOT). These funds will be used to install EV charging infrastructure with a priority on interstate highway locations. NMDOT must develop a Statewide Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Plan to be eligible for this unprecedented investment. Help NMDOT create a robust plan that meets the needs of all New Mexicans! Attend the virtual public meeting for Deming and surrounding areas on Tuesday, May 24, 2022, at 5:30 pm Please click the link below to join the NMDOT Electric Vehicle Charging Station Deployment Plan District 1 webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87378217439?pwd=eHl5c0s2Z2NDVW4vVEEzTENpeStQdz09 Passcode: 670654 One tap mobile: US: +13017158592 ,87378217439#, *670654# or +13126266799, 87378217439#, *670654# Telephone: Dial (for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 301 715 8592 or +1 312 626 6799 or +1 346 248 7799 or +1 646 558 8656 or +1 720 707 2699 or +1 253 215 8782 Webinar ID: 873 7821 7439 Passcode: 670654 English/Spanish translation and interpretation are available upon request.  DEMING – The Luna County commissioners will meet for a work session Monday morning at 9 a.m.
According to the legal notice, the purpose of the work session is to discuss the 2022-2023 preliminary budget. The work session will be held on the third floor of the Luna County Courthouse 700 South Silver Street. It will also be available online via Google Meeting. The information is on the county’s web page at lunacountynm.us. A special meeting has been scheduled for Thursday, May 26th, to vote on the budget. The work session will be open to the public. No action will be taken.  DEMING – On May 15, 2022, at approximately 9:41 a.m., the New Mexico State Police investigated a fatal motorcycle crash on Interstate 10, near milepost 73, west of Deming, NM.
The initial investigation indicates a 2021 Harley Davidson motorcycle, and a 2022 Freightliner Commercial Motor Vehicle (semi) were both traveling west in the right lane on Interstate 10. For unknown reasons, as the driver of the motorcycle, Colby R. Lord (20) of Coxasckie, NY, attempted to pass the CMV in the left lane, he struck the right rear end of the CMV’s trailer. Lord sustained fatal injuries in the crash and was pronounced deceased on scene by the Office of Medical Investigator. The 50-year-old driver of the semi was uninjured. Alcohol does not appear to be a factor in the crash. Seatbelts were properly used by the driver of the CMV. This crash is under investigation by the New Mexico State Police.  SILVER CITY — The Gila National Forest will implement forest-wide Stage 2 fire restrictions at 8 a.m. Thursday, May 19, 2022. The restrictions are necessary to reduce human-caused wildfires during periods of high fire danger and persistent severe fire weather conditions. Forest Order #03-06-00-22-004 and Exhibit A are on the forest website: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/gila/alerts-notices.
Under Stage 2 fire restrictions the following activities are prohibited:
The following acts are prohibited from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.: 1. Operating a chainsaw or other equipment powered by an internal combustion engine. Acting Gila National Forest Supervisor Michael Martinez said, “We all have a role in preventing human-caused wildfires. It only takes one spark to start a wildfire. We are relying on you to help us prevent wildfires.” Forest managers use several criteria before deciding to implement fire restrictions. They include fuel moisture levels, local, regional, and national fire preparedness levels, fire activity, expected weather conditions, the potential for increased human-caused ignitions, availability of resources and significant social, political, and economic impacts. Considerations always include discussions to understand impacts and challenges with neighboring units, federal and non-federal. Stage 2 fire restrictions shall remain in effect until Dec. 31, 2022, or until rescinded, whichever occurs first. Violations are punishable by a fine of not more than $5,000 for individuals and $10,000.00 for organizations and/or imprisonment for not more than six (6) months. Further information regarding fire restrictions may be obtained at the Gila National Forest Supervisor’s office in Silver City, telephone number 575-388-8201.  DEMING – Here’s today’s local arrest and police reports.
Alejandro Verdugo, age 32, was arrested for burglary, two counts of larceny, breaking and entering and criminal trespassing… Adrian Mora, age 29, was arrested for aggravated assault against a household member with intent to coming a felony and concealing identity… Patrick Medina, age 27, was arrested on a District Court warrant for failure to appear… Meleni Pollock, age 28, was arrested on 5 District Court bench warrants, all 5 warrants were for failure to appear… Dana Hull, age 40, was arrested on a Deming Municipal warrant for failure to appear… Sandra Gallegos, age 47, was arrested on a Deming Municipal warrant for failure to pay fines… Rigoberto Granillo 47, arrested for possession of a controlled substance – methamphetamines, driving without a license, improper lane, no registration and no insurance… Jason Sparks, age 46, was arrested on a District Court warrant for probation violations… Matthew Holguin, age 35, was cited into court for battery against a household member… Samantha Holguin, age 35, cited into court for battery against a household member… David Montano, age 19, and Mariah Alalcorta, age 26, were both was cited into court for injuring or defacing property after allegedly siphoning gasoline from a vehicle parked at the County Courthouse. Jonathan Gonzalas, age 29, was cited into court for larceny of security cameras from a residence on South 9th Street. In police reports, $4,500 in computers, tools, and electronics were taken from a residence on East Broadway in Columbus. Finally, a farming occupational injury accident occurred on Monte Vista Road after a 39 year old male was working on a farming tractor when the vehicle rolled on top of him damaging his chest and legs. He was taken to Mimbres Memorial Hospital via ambulance.  DEMING – The Deming City Council will meet in regular session Tuesday evening.
The councilors will make several proclamations: National Economic Week, observation of Memorial Day and declaring a state of drought in the area. The Council will also consider an increase for the airports hangar rental fees. Public hearings will be held to consider the approval or denial of a craft distiller liquor license requested by Little Toad Creek. A hearing to consider a special use permit to build a solar facility on Skyview Road within the city limits. The city Administrator will also give a report on the various city departments. The Council will also meet in closed session to discuss personnel matters regarding evaluations and contract renewals for appointing employees according to the open meetings act. The meeting will be held Tuesday May 17th at 5:30pm in the John Strand Municipal building on South Gold. The meeting is also available online, by going to the meeting’s agenda on the city’s web page cityofdmeing.org. |
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