PVACD weighs pumping limits as drought drains Pecos water
PVACD officials report $92,000 monthly pumping downriver worsens drought strained aquifer. If pumping halted now, six years pass before river gains measurable water. Proposals include halting new well drilling until priority call resolved. City and county pledge support for steps to protect resources. Local leaders and farm bureau weigh impacts on agriculture and households.
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Judge ga ve Arias max four year sentence with stacked terms
Fifth District Court Judge Steven Bell noted Arias showed remorse in court but smirking in prior hearings. Bell imposed the maximum four year sentence in the Department of Corrections with three sentences to run consecutively, expressing that he would give more if possible.
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State plans veteran cemeteries with grant plan for rural sites
Grant Hale and the Roswell Veterans Coalition lead the city’s application for a VA grant, aiming to fund up to four rural veterans cemeteries. If approved, work could start after a VA decision expected by January 14. The plan seeks 390 000 to 640 000 dollars, with the state possibly matching via a VA Cemetery Grant.
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Trevino Morales chief of Mexican cartel captured
Trevino Morales orchestrated killings on the U S side of the border and is linked to the deaths of U S ICE Agent Jaime Zapata in 2011 and citizen David Hartley in 2010 at Falcon Lake. Authorities call him one of the most significant cartel leaders apprehended in years, ending his ruthless leadership.
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State Police chief Shilling retiring from New Mexico force
State Police Chief Robert Shilling announced he will retire at month’s end citing family and health. He grew up in Silver City, led since 2011 after joining in 1992, and plans to focus on animal welfare and horses. Governor Martinez praised his career and denied any pressure to quit.
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Ruidoso faces fine over falsified water data
The New Mexico Environment Department proposes a 48000 fine against the village of Ruidoso for false readings from a filter at the Grindstone Treatment Plant. The order cites serious violations risking public health and notes staff installed the filter after a turbidity meter was manipulated.
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