Photos and article by Mary Alice Murphy
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[Editor's Note: Last Thursday, this author went out to Fort Bayard to see what has transpired while the Americorps team members are working in Grant County until July 7.]
Several of the participants were at a couple of houses in Officers' Row.
Photos by Mary Alice Murphy
A rotating group of members of the Republican Party of Grant County and the Grant County Repupblican Women held a pro-Trump rally to support the President of the U.S., Donald J. Trump.
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The nurse will be in this Wednesday, May 24 from 8:30-10:30 am to see clients for any or all medical issues they may be having.
And the thrift store will be closed Monday, May 29 for Memorial Day.
The 6th Street Food Pantry is over, but the grant is still available for any Elementary School that is interested in applying. The schools have all received the mfp, but if anyone would like more information, please contact Roadrunner Food Bank in Albuquerque.
Verse Of The Week:
“I will repay those who are kind to the poor.”
~ Proverbs 19:17
Life Skills Classes: 8:30-9:30 am
Different topics daily courtesy of our Case Worker and WNMU Interns
Foot Care Clinic: Every 2nd and 4th Wednesdays 9:30-11:30
~Courtesy of Sherry Bassi and her WNMU Nursing Students
Nurses Clinic: Alternating Wednesdays 9:30-11:30
~ Courtesy of NP Griffon Campbell
Bible Study: 9:30-10:30 am
Monday: Tony Egan
Tuesday: Marsha Bowman
Wednesday: Music Ministry with Faye and Tyler
Thursday: Clayton Johnson
Friday: Open and need someone
Christian Programming: 10:30 am-12:00 pm
~Christian videos and music
Food Pantry, Clothing Bank and Thrift Store: 8:30 am – 1:30 pm
Food boxes twice a month
Clothing 15 articles for each family member once a month
Blanket and coat once each year (Unless homeless)
Household Donations accepted Tue, Wed and Thu (Cash anytime
Silver City, NM, May 22, 2017— Summer is almost here and so is the 6th Annual Aldo Leopold Kids’ Fishing Derby is on for Saturday, June 3 at Lake Roberts, north of Silver City, NM. The event is sponsored by the Wilderness District of the Gila National Forest, in cooperation with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Mora National Fish Hatchery, and New Mexico Department of Game and Fish. Co-sponsors of the event include Trout Unlimited, New Mexico Wildlife Federation, Mesilla Valley Fly Fishers, Backcountry Hunters and Anglers, J and J signs, Morningstar Sports, 1st New Mexico Bank, National Wild Turkey Federation, and other local businesses.
Mora National Fish Hatchery is planning on stocking retired Gila trout for the event. This may be the year for a world record Gila trout on the end of your line!! Certified scales will be on site to officially weigh your trophy.
The derby will coincide with New Mexico’s Free Fishing Day. There will be display booths, demonstrations, prizes and tons of interactive fun for the kids. Let’s go fishing!!!
For information on the Gila National Forest, check out our website at http://www.fs.usda.gov/gila
The annual Memorial Day ceremony will take place at 10 a.m. Monday, May 29, 2017 at the Fort Bayard National Cemetery.
The event this year will be hosted by the Marine Corps League 1328.
LEGAL NOTICE
Office Closure – Memorial Day Holiday
.The Grant County Administrative Offices will be closed Monday, May 29, 2017 in observance of the Memorial Day Holiday. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, May 30, 2017. Please contact the Grant County Regional Dispatch Authority at 575-388-8840 with questions or concerns pertaining to roads and/or law enforcement.
Have a Safe and Happy Holiday!
Brett Kasten, Commission Chairman
By: (s) Bernadette L. Sublasky, Executive Assistant
Location: Quemado Ranger District on the Gila National Forest
6 miles northeast of Quemado Lake
Catron County, New Mexico
Start Date: May 12, 2017
Size: 672 acres
Cause: Lightning
Vegetation: Ponderosa Pine, grass, and mixed conifer
Smoke: Smoke may be visible within the surrounding area of Quemado, Pie Town, Horse Springs, and Datil, NM
Resources: 1 Wildland Fire Module
Incident Commander: Felix Valdez IC4
Courtesy Photos of suspected bank robber and his hands and weapon used in the robbery
By Roger Lanse
Silver City police officers were dispatched to the Wells Fargo Bank at 1201 Pope Street on Friday, May 19, at approximately 5:33 p.m., in reference to an armed robbery that had just occurred.
According to a SCPD incident report, bank employees and witnesses told officers that a tall, Caucasian male wearing all green camo, a camo fishing hat, and dark glasses entered the bank through the north side doors, walked up to a teller, pointed a black handgun at her, and aggressively demanded money from the teller. The frightened teller handed the robber the tray from the top drawer, and the male grabbed the money from the tray and ran out the north side doors, the report stated.
Friday, May 19
Game and Fish
Highway 152 – Lookout Point
Deer off roadway – still alive. NMSP officer had negative contact/deer left prior to arrival.
Welfare check
Grant County Courthouse
Male harassing a female in the parking lot. Officer advised that male is leaving/will be walking home.
Harassment
Black Mountain Road – Cliff
Caller advised that her mother’s husband charged at her as if he was going to hit her.
Game and Fish
Highway 180 – MM 112 (near junction of Alabama Street)
Injured deer/westbound lane/possible broken back. Deputy advised deer is dead and off roadway.
Loud party
N. Swan Street
There are a lot of high school kids who are intoxicated and driving. Deputy advised everything is okay.
Weapons fired
Artcher Road
12-14 gunshots inside the park/friend is shot/caller disconnected.
Deputy advised cleared an abandoned trailer/negative contact with anyone/clear.
Disturbance
Mountain View Drive
Female getting high in a red van. NMSP advised van is parked and quiet/negative contact with anyone.
Saturday, May 20
Suspicious vehicle
Highways 146 and 9
Vehicle has all tires flat.
Breaking and entering
Racetrack Road – Arenas Valley
Back door was broken open.
Stolen motor vehicle
Manzano Rojo – San Lorenzo
Caller believes his son took the 1996 Toyota with Alaska plates. Deputy advised the keys were turned over and were taken to a Valle de Uvas address.
Larceny
North Hurley Road
Caller advised someone stole the battery from his tractor.
Breaking and entering
Highway 15 – Gila Hot Springs
Caller advised that her residence was broken into/unknown was taken.
Welfare check
Cottonwood Road – 8:30 p.m.
Caller advised that his 64-year-old son-in-law left for the Little Walnut Picnic Area about 5 p.m. and hasn’t been heard from since. Caller advised he just came in the door.
Domestic disturbance
T&M Dairy Road -- Hanover
Caller advised that his brother is attacking his wife and was about to attack him. Deputy advised that both are extremely intoxicated and have been separated.
Weapons fired
Lea Drive – Hurley
Caller advised there were two shots fired, and yelling and crying. Deputy ran three plates.
Sunday, May 21
Suspicious vehicle
Anza Avenue – Hurley
Deputy out at address for juvi party with beer cans all over yard.
Disturbance
Whispering Hills
Caller advised that his son is going crazy again/has a baseball bat and swinging it. Advised he has threatened to kill someone and is hearing voices/negative on guns in the house. Deputy advised will be on foot/unit broke down. Another deputy advised one in investigative detention. Deputies advised clear/son was advised he will be arrested for disorderly the next time.
Bayard Police Department
Friday, May 19
Shoplifting
101 Tom Foy Blvd.
Caller caught someone on camera and wants officer to see it.
Harassment
Royal Street
Caller is being harassed by a named female via phone and text.
Saturday, May 20
Intoxicated persons
Highway 180 @carwash
Male lying on side of roadway. Officer made contact and advised male is intoxicated/family picked him up.
Sunday, May 21
Criminal sexual contact.
Orchard Street
Caller advised that her 14-year-old daughter told her that the daughter’s 15-year-old cousin fondled her and touched her bikini area. Officers were advised.
Harassment
1101 Tom Foy Blvd.
Caller advised that a named male just called and threatened her.
Aggravated battery
N. East Street
Female barged into the house and hit the owner of the house with a hammer and she is bleeding from the eye. Female took off/unknown name.
Hurley Police Department
Friday, May 19
Welfare check
Pattie Avenue
No report.
Santa Clara Police Department
Friday, May 19
Domestic disturbance
Catarena Court
Open line/female in background yelling, “You called 911?”/line disconnected. Callback went to voicemail. Officer advised parties are separating for a while.
Injuring/tampering with motor vehicle
Santa Clara Apartments
Caller advised that her daughter was assaulted somewhere in Santa Clara at some apartments. When caller went to get the people who beat her up they stole caller’s cellphone and damaged her car/needs to make report.
Saturday, May 20
Criminal damage to property
S. East Street
Damage to his fence.
Request officer
N. Prescott Street
Caller advised that someone is making false accusations against her. Officer advised she was referred to the chief.
Disturbance
N. Mineral Street
Caller advised they are cussing and yelling at the second apartment/caller cannot sleep.
Sunday, May 21
Disturbance
W. Cottonwood and N. Cleveland streets
Male and female arguing.
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Tom Udall and Martin Heinrich urged the Senate Appropriations Committee to support NASA's Office of Education in the coming fiscal year despite a proposal by President Trump to eliminate the office, which works to inspire and educate students across the country to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). NASA's Office of Education programs include the Space Grant College and Fellowship Program – a competitive, state-federal partnership that functions through consortia in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia; the Minority University Research and Education Project (MUREP), which provides financial assistance to the nation's Minority Serving Institutions through internships, scholarships, and fellowship grants and cooperative agreements; $25 million in direct financial assistance; and literally hundreds of thousands of STEM education and enrichment programs for students and teachers.
In a letter to the chairman and lead Democrat of the Senate Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies — who oversee funding for NASA — the senators wrote, "2016 was a historic year for NASA's educational programs with the release of Hidden Figures, an Oscar-nominated film that tells the stories of three remarkable women who broke down barriers of gender and race at NASA's Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia," adding that, "for young women and people of color - populations that are especially underrepresented in STEM fields – Hidden Figures represents a powerfully motivational story and effective recruiting tool."
"Given the importance of STEM education and the success of Hidden Figures, which was recently celebrated by high-ranking members of the Trump Administration at a screening at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, we were disappointed by President Trump's budget proposal to eliminate funding for NASA's Office of Education in FY18," the senators wrote. "We recognize that you face significant budget constraints, but we urge you to support the NASA Office of Education because its mission is critical to boosting the nation's workforce competitiveness. "
The letter is supported by STEM educators who say NASA's program has helped inspire students — especially from minority and disadvantaged backgrounds — to pursue space and STEM careers.
"A skinny black kid from a small southern town, who never imagined working in the space industry, was given an opportunity to do so because of NASA Education," said Leland Melvin, astronaut from Lynchburg and former NASA Associate Administrator for Education. "The experiences, activities, and inspiration that NASA Education provides to students, teachers and the community can't be duplicated by any other organization. No other federal agency works so closely with the scientists and engineers who make it possible for us all to explore and discover space - this is STEM in action. I worked for 24 years as a research scientist, engineer, astronaut and associate administrator of NASA Education. My career was only possible because of the programs committed to providing opportunity to anyone willing to pursue their dreams. It is imperative that we inspire the next generation of STEM explorers by continuing to fund NASA education."
"As a network of state-based consortia, NASA's National Space Grant Program has had and continues to have significant impact on building the STEM workforce and engaging and retaining students in STEM fields to meet critical national needs," said Mary Sandy, director of the Virginia Space Grant Consortium. "Our Space Grant Consortia leverage NASA funding with state matching funds to undertake programs to meet state and national needs. We are deeply appreciative of the strong continued support of members of Congress for NASA's National Space Grant Program and the wonderful work done by NASA's Office of Education."
The letter was led by U.S. Senators Tim Kaine (D-Va.) and Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.). Joining Udall, Heinrich, Kaine and Baldwin in signing the letter were U.S. Senators Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), Ben Cardin (D-Md.), Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.), Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio), Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), Maggie Hassan (D-N.H), Joe Manchin (D-W.V.), Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii), Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), Ed Markey (D-Mass.), Michael Bennet (D-Colo.), Bill Nelson (D-Fla.), Al Franken (D-Minn.), Chris Coons (D-Del.), Jack Reed (D-R.I.), Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Robert Menendez (D-N.J.), Cory Booker (D-N.J.), Gary Peters (D-Mich.), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.), Jon Tester (D-Mont.), Richard Durbin (D-Ill.), Bernie Sanders (D-Vt.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), and Mark Warner (D-Va.).
The full text of the letter is below:
Dear Chairman Shelby and Ranking Member Shaheen:
As you begin work on the Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies appropriations bill for Fiscal Year 2018 (FY18), we urge you to support the National Aeronautics and Space Administration's (NASA) Office of Education.
2016 was a historic year for NASA's educational programs with the release of Hidden Figures, an Oscar-nominated film that tells the stories of three remarkable women who broke down barriers of gender and race at NASA's Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia. Thanks to Margot Lee Shetterly's book and the popularity of Hidden Figures, millions of American children learned about the exciting opportunities offered by science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) disciplines, including the opportunity to contribute to our nation's space program that leads the world in innovation and exploration. For young women and people of color - populations that are especially underrepresented in STEM fields – Hidden Figures represents a powerfully motivational story and effective recruiting tool.
Given the importance of STEM education and the success of Hidden Figures, which was recently celebrated by high-ranking members of the Trump Administration at a screening at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, we were disappointed by President Trump's budget proposal to eliminate funding for NASA's Office of Education in FY18.
NASA's Office of Education includes the Space Grant College and Fellowship Program (Space Grant), a competitive, state-federal partnership that functions through consortia in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia. With nearly 1,000 partner institutions, this program promotes wide-ranging aerospace and other NASA-relevant STEM education activities. For every dollar that NASA provides, Space Grant consortia contribute an equal or greater amount (on average) from non-federal sources to maximize STEM engagement with students nationwide. According to NASA program data, nearly 90% of students who participate in Space Grant-funded activities move on to either a STEM job in industry, NASA, or academia, or they enroll in a STEM graduate program.
In addition, the NASA Office of Education supports the Minority University Research and Education Project (MUREP), which provides financial assistance to the nation's Minority Serving Institutions through internships, scholarships, and fellowship grants and cooperative agreements. At a time when talent is desperately needed for STEM jobs across the country, we should be enabling and encouraging minority students to pursue careers in STEM fields, not shuttering the programs that open pathways for underrepresented populations to the STEM pipeline.
Importantly, approximately $25 million in NASA Office of Education funds provide direct financial assistance to thousands of students in all 50 states. In addition to direct aid, the Office of Education also invests in far-reaching enrichment activities that expose students to STEM fields. In 2015, nearly 633,000 elementary and secondary school students and 50,000 educators engaged in NASA-supported STEM education activities.
We recognize that you face significant budget constraints, but we urge you to support the NASA Office of Education because its mission is critical to boosting the nation's workforce competitiveness. For Fiscal Year 2016, Congress appropriated $115 million for the NASA Office of Education. For Fiscal Year 2017, Congress appropriated $100 million. This funding helps the nation make strides towards equipping students with the skills needed to enter the growing STEM workforce. Moreover, NASA Office of Education funding supports curriculum development for teachers, which will be critical as STEM disciplines evolve to keep pace with technological innovations and the changing demands of the 21st century workforce.
We are grateful for your past support for NASA's Office of Education and the programs that inspire students across the country to pursue NASA and STEM-related careers. We believe that the NASA Office of Education supports important STEM education programs for students at every level, from K-12 to community college and doctoral degree programs. As we learned through the stories of Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson in Hidden Figures, opening doors to STEM careers for young, talented people will ultimately enable the whole nation to reach new heights.
Thank you for your consideration of this request.
Sincerely,
Photos by Mary Alice Murphy
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The Silva Family Splash Park in Santa Clara had its grand opening on Saturday, May 20, 2017. The warm day with nice weather brought out plenty of kids who wanted to get wet. Parents and grandparents sat or stood out of range of the large water gun and watched their kids play in and run through the water, which came from many directions, including deluges from overhead.
Silver City – Silva Creek Botanical Gardens, once a little used and rather unsightly patch of ground bordering Silva Creek behind Jose Barrios Elementary School, is now a beautiful, thriving example of civic engagement and public-private partnership.
Though the land is owned by the Town of Silver City, it's Gila Native Plant Society volunteers who've been lovingly working the gravel-packed earth to create a demonstration garden of more than 100 species of plants native to southern New Mexico. They've been helped by Aldo Leopold youth conservationists, private funders, community organizations and neighborhood residents who volunteer for various projects.
Angel Fire, NM – As part of the State of New Mexico's ongoing tradition of honoring fallen veterans, Vietnam Veterans Memorial State Park is hosting a series of events for Memorial Day weekend. "Memorial Day weekend is a special time of healing and reflection at the park. Please consider honoring all our Veterans on this special weekend," said State Parks Director, Christy Tafoya.
Sunday, May 28th
Candlelight Vigil 5:45 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
This ceremony honors all servicemen and women who didn't make it home. There will be a musical prelude by the 44th Army Band and speakers from Gold Star Wives will be featured. Dress in layers as the ceremony is planned for the amphitheater, weather permitting. In case of inclement weather, it will be held in the visitor center.
Monday, May 29th
Memorial Day Flag March 8:45–9:30 a.m.
Join us for a visually stunning display as the American Legion of New Mexico leads a giant American flag up the hill to the Memorial. Volunteers to carry the flag are always needed. Kids are especially appreciated. If you'd like to help, assemble at the blinking light intersection of US 64/NM 434 no later than 8:45. For observers, make sure you get up the hill to the Memorial before 9 a.m. as the highway will be closed during the march.
Flag Raising – 9-9:30 a.m.
On Memorial Day, the flag is flown at half-staff until noon -- to both honor the sacrifices of those who gave their lives and to inspire those who continue in their stead.
Memorial Day Ceremony 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Please join us as we honor our veterans. The keynote speaker for this year is Kenneth Cordier. He is a former United States Air Force Colonel and Aviator who was an American prisoner of war in North Vietnam for over six years during the Vietnam War. There will be a Twenty-one-gun salute by the American Legion Post 112 from Leupp, Arizona. Bring lawn chairs, blankets and beach towels since seating is in our outdoor amphitheater.
Please call Vietnam Veterans Memorial State Park at 575.377.2293 if you have questions. For more information about this and all New Mexico State Park events, please visit www.nmparks.com.
Joshua Boyd is the New Mexico State University Sierra County Cooperative Extension Service agricultural agent and director. His 4-H Horse Judging Manual earned national finalist honors from the National Association of County Agricultural Agents.
(NMSU photo by Darrell J. Pehr)WRITER: Kristie Garcia, 575-646-4211, kmgarcia@nmsu.edu.
New Mexico State University Cooperative Extension Service agents are racking up the awards.
NMSU Sierra County CES Agriculture/4-H Agent Joshua Boyd earned national finalist honors from the National Association of County Agricultural Agents for his 4-H Horse Judging Manual. The NACAA's communications competition recognizes agricultural agents on the state, regional and national levels. Boyd's manual earned the second-highest award level possible.
"When I learned I was a national finalist, I was extremely shocked and felt blessed for the acknowledgement and the recognition of all the work," Boyd said.
Two NMSU CES agents also received the coveted 2017 NACAA Distinguished Service Award and Achievement Award.
Leigh Ann Marez, Guadalupe County Extension Program Director/Agent received the Distinguished Service Award, which recognizes an agent with over 10 years of experience who has demonstrated exceptional Extension work with his or her respective county clientele and across the state.
Jason Lamb, Quay County Extension Agricultural Agent, received the Achievement Award, which recognizes an agent with fewer than 10 years of experience who has demonstrated excellence in programming in his or her respective county and statewide.
The NACAA only selects one Distinguished Service Award recipient and one Achievement Award recipient from each state per year.
As for Boyd's 4-H Horse Judging Manual, he couldn't be more pleased, especially for his first time entering the competition.
"I was encouraged to enter the competition by the New Mexico Association of County Agricultural Agents," he said. "And I've received positive feedback from FFA teachers and advisers, as well as 4-H coaches. To my surprise, some Texas schools are using the manual for their main source of reference."
The user-friendly manual provides a basic outline for coaches and beginning horse judges. It includes concepts on how to judge various classes of horses, as well as information about horse anatomy, judging criteria and advanced practical judging reasons.
The NACAA communications awards include several categories, such as publication, newsletter, website, feature story and video presentation. Award results are announced in mid-May of each year.
In addition to Boyd''s recognition in the publication category, the following NMSU CES agents received certificates in the West Region, which includes 13 states:
State certificate winners include:
Marez is the communications chair of the New Mexico Association of County Agricultural Agents.
"County agents across New Mexico – as part of the NMSU Cooperative Extension Service – are doing great things, so it's important to be recognized at the regional and national levels," Marez said.
The Distinguished Service Award recipient, Achievement Award recipient, regional certificate winners and national finalist will be recognized during the NACAA National Convention July 9 to 13, which will be held in Salt Lake City this year.
For more information about NACAA, visit nacaa.com. For more information about NMSU's Cooperative Extension Service, visit extension.nmsu.edu.
For the weekend beginning Friday May 19, 2017 at 4:00 pm and ending Monday May 22, 2017 at 8:00 am Officers of the Silver City Police Department responded to 86 calls for service, had 167 self-initiated activity, and made 13 arrests, including 0 for DWI.
Included in the above calls for service are 1 Domestic Disturbance, 2 fights, 1 Aggravated Assault, 1 Robbery, 4 Shoplifting, 3 Criminal Damage To Property, 3 Disturbances, 2 Reckless Drivers, 1 Injuring – Tampering, 2 Loud Party/Loud Music, 1 Vehicle Burglary.
Silver City, NM (May 22, 2017) – The Silver City Arts & Cultural District is pleased to share some of the media attention Silver City has been receiving lately, both regionally and nationally.
A recent article in the April issue of Edible Santa Fe, the annual travel issue, features an article titled "Handmade in Silver City." Publisher, Stephanie Cameron, in collaboration with Instagram duo Caitlin Jenkins and Amy Tischler of @TravelNewMexico, visited Silver City for two days back In February. The article mentions a number of Silver City's colorful dining options, including the newly opened Revel, Mi Mexico Viejo, Little Toad Creek Brewery & Distillery, and 1zero6. Additionally, a handful of Silver City's local businesses also are featured in the article, such as Sygyzy Tile, Power and Light Press, the Murray Hotel, and A Space Studio Art Gallery. Arriving on Territorial Charter Day weekend, the group rounded out their trip with a hike on Boston Hill and a short tour around La Capilla.
"We are thrilled about the recent media attention Silver City has been receiving, as it directly benefits tourism in our town. People hear about the town through these different avenues and then typically do their own research online – which is why we are so pleased to have rolled out our new website www.visitsilvercity.org this past fall! We have already received a number of compliments on it. Of course, we also have an active social media presence, which is super important nowadays."
In addition to the story in Edible Santa Fe, Silver City has recently been recognized in publications such as True West and Sunset magazines as a top western town, as well as Expedia.com.
For more information, please call 575-538-5560 or E-mail info@visitsilvercity.org.
Albuquerque, NM - Today, Governor Susana Martinez announced a $2 million investment in Bayotech Inc. - the first homegrown startup to receive funding from the newly established Catalyst Fund. Bayotech, which manufactures high-tech nitrogen fertilizer production equipment, will now be able to finish testing and begin delivering on commitments worth $1.5 billion in sales North America.
"The Catalyst Fund is a powerful toolbox to help businesses grow and create jobs throughout New Mexico," said Governor Martinez. "New Mexico has enormous potential to become a high-tech jobs leader. By helping homegrown startups get off the ground, we'll be able to continue diversifying our private-sector economy and create more jobs."
Governor Martinez recently announced the Catalyst Fund, a $40 million partnership between the State Investment Council, which the Governor chairs, and private-sector investors. These funds will invest in seed and early-stage companies with a focus on tech companies. It is expected the Catalyst Fund will support over 50 companies in New Mexico.
"We're extremely excited that Cottonwood and the State of New Mexico have chosen to invest the capital needed to prove our technology at production scale here in the state," said Justin Eisenach, CEO of Bayotech. "We look forward to continuing our growth and making our technology a success, right here in New Mexico."
The Catalyst Fund capitalizes on New Mexico's history of strong and successful research and development. The fund will help catapult ideas from New Mexico research institutions - including federal labs and universities - and into the market.
"Albuquerque's entrepreneurial ecosystem if ripe for development and I am excited that the Catalyst Fund has been created, aimed at growing and keeping our local businesses," said Mayor Richard J. Berry. "With today's investment in BayoTech, we will be able to keep an innovative business in the Albuquerque area which is another example of why it's important to strengthen the pipeline for Sandia National Labs technology to prosper locally. This is a great home-grown success story that we can all be proud of."
"We are excited by Bayotech's incredible technology and its potential application in various industries," said Dave Blivin, Managing Partner of Cottonwood Technology Fund. "We're excited about our investment in Bayotech. Thanks to the Catalyst Fund, we've been able to leverage more private investment to help Bayotech grow."
"Bayotech is a unique, homegrown company with lots of potential for growth," said Economic Development Secretary Matt Geisel. "With investment from the Catalyst Fund, we are able to provide access to capital and help anchor companies like Bayotech in New Mexico."
Funds interested in applying for a commitment from the Catalyst Fund should contact Sun Mountain Capital by email: CatalystNM@Sunmountaincapital.com. New Mexico-based companies wishing to identify venture capital funds that have received Catalyst Fund investment will be able to find a list on the New Mexico Economic Development Department's website: www.gonm.biz.
Larry Hobson, right, of Chaves County receives the New Mexico Outstanding Leadership Award May 5. The award was presented during the New Mexico State University College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences' annual ACES Awards Day. With Hobson is College of ACES Dean Rolando A. Flores.
(NMSU photo by Darrell J. Pehr)WRITER: Darrell J. Pehr, 575-646-3223, pehr@nmsu.edu.
New Mexico State University College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences faculty, staff and community members were honored for their excellence and distinguished contributions in the field of agriculture during the college's annual ACES Awards Day event.
Larry Hobson was awarded the New Mexico Outstanding Leadership Award.
Tom Sidwell was awarded the Leyendecker Agriculturist of Distinction award.
Bruce Hinrichs was awarded the Fabian Garcia Founders Award.
The Kringle the Cat Distinguished Teaching Award was given to Blair Stringam.
The Malone Farms Endowed Staff Award (Off Campus) was given to Terri Davis.
Soum Sanogo was awarded the Mobley Family Endowed Research award.
Priscilla Bloomquist received the Charles Tharp Farms Distinguished Service Award.
The on-campus Distinguished Staff Award was given to Janie Wagoner.
The NACTA Teaching Award was awarded to Brian Schutte.
Richard Heerema was awarded the Underdog Distinguished Extension Award.
The Distinguished County Agent Award was given to Leigh Ann Marez.
Barbara Hunter received the Distinguished Professional Staff Award.
The team award was awarded to the members of the Plant Pest Response Network.
Leah Platero was awarded the Outstanding 4-H Agent Award.
The Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Management Industry Leadership Award was awarded to Vanessa Cabrera.
Ernesto Carranza was awarded the Family and Consumer Sciences Industry Leadership Award.
Virginia Lerma was awarded the Outstanding FACS Teacher award.
Daniel Mathews received the Outstanding Agriculture Teacher award.
This is the week! The 22nd Annual Silver City Blues Festival is finally here! The Mimbres Region Arts Council has been working hard to get everything ready for this event. All we need now is for you to come out and enjoy the festival! The 2017 Blues Festival will be a Community Celebration of the Arts.
On Friday night, come to Gough Park from 5 pm – 10 pm to witness the Gila Glass Classic – hosted by Silver City's own The Glasserie. Come see many very talented artists compete in creating unique glass blown sculptures! The Ghost Town Blues Band will also be playing on Friday night from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm.
The Blues Festival is proud to announce that this year's Beer and Spirits Pavilion will be hosted by none other than The Little Toad Creek Brewery and Distillery! We love that we have been able to get many local businesses involved in the festival this year, as the whole goal of the festival is to bring amazing entertainment to Silver City while supporting the local economy. A few exciting things to note are that there will be NO admission fee to the Beer and Spirits Pavilion and every drink will be only $5. Come enjoy the Blues Festival while cooling off with The Little Toad's specialty Silver City Blues Brew! Don't forget that once the Blues Festival closes for the evening, you can find more wonderful entertainment in downtown Silver City.
As always, we would like you to know that everyone is welcome to come out and enjoy this FREE music festival. There will be designated motorcycle parking, as well as many bike activities hosted by Silver City's Q's Southern Bistro. Please go to our website, www.silvercitybluesfestival.org for more information!
There will be a wide assortment of artisan, food, family and community vendors for you to see this year. Please come out and support them! They have all worked hard to be part of this wonderful event. Bring your kids and families out to have fun with Albuquerque's Explora Museum who will have interactive science activities. There will also be artist demonstrations from The Clay Festival and the Southwest Print Fiesta. The Silver City Art Association will be at the fiesta doing plein air painting and will also be hosting a gallery walk on Sunday.
We would like to kindly remind everyone that while the Blues Festival is fun and exciting, there are many business that neighbor Gough Park that will still be open for business this weekend. Please stop in and say "Hi" and "Thank you" to them for cooperating with us to put this event together. Please respect their property and all signage posted.
We know how much you all love your furry friends, but please leave them at home when coming to the festival. Per The Town of Silver City, there are no animals (except service animals) allowed inside Gough Park. Please keep your pets at home so they can stay cool!
For more information on the 2017 Silver City Blues Festival, please visit our website, www.silvercitybluesfestival.org for more information. We hope to see you all this weekend!
