Building grows at area hospital
Socorro General Hospital has a new medical office building to be completed in the fall of 2013.
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SWE offers engineers social learning situations
New Mexico Tech's Society of Women Engineers is dedicated to teaching members to be successful and develop skills.
After school program goes to Santa Fe
On Feb. 7, Zimmerly Elementary School fourth and fifth grade students from the after school program took a field trip to the capitol in Santa Fe. The students went to lobby for money for the after school program, said head of teachers Janice Jaramillo.
SGH physical therapist chosen as professional of the week
On Feb. 11 Socorro General Hospital's doctor of physical therapy Dan Lanari was recognized and chosen by the American Physical Therapy Association as professional of the week.
Eggsibition brings color into the egg world
Easter is right around the corner, and so is the 12th annual Eggsibition to be held at Vertu Fine Art Gallery.
Ember’s Herb Shoppe has something for everyone
Natural remedies, medicines and healing solutions are only some of the things that make Ember's Herb Shoppe a quaint new addition to the Socorro community. The shop is small and cozy with different types of herbs that can't be found anywhere else in town.
Bike to school program promotes healthy lifestyle
Zimmerly Elementary School offers a bike to school event at the beginning of each month.
Board hears school updates
At the school board meeting Monday night Superintendent Randall Earwood congratulated board members Pauline Jaramillo and James Chavez for being re-elected to the board. Jaramillo was sworn in at the annual school board convention, but since Chavez wasn't there, there will be a swearing in ceremony for him at the board meeting on Mar. 25, Earwood said.
Spring Tea brings glamour, hats to fundraiser
It is that time again to sip tea, get glamorous and socialize with people in the community at the ninth annual Spring Tea event March 3 at the Bodega Burger Lounge. The event will be from 2 to 4 p.m. and tickets are $25 each.
New postmaster has plans up his sleeve
The people in Socorro can say "oh wait a minute" because there is a new postmaster in town.
Smell causes stink
At the City Council meeting Tuesday night, in the public forum, concerned Socorro citizen Robert Lopez said his neighbor uses dead animals mixed in with his manure to fertilize his land.
Tresco opens doors for a new opportunity
Tresco Inc. reaches out to people who with developmental delays and those who are disabled to help them become a bigger part of the community.
Faith, science together again
The faith and science lecture series continues to explore different perspectives of how science and faith can coexist with one another.
Science Olympiad brings science to life for SHS kids
The 27th annual New Mexico Science Olympiad competition will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 23. The event is the state level competition, which is held every year at New Mexico Tech.
Soldier/chaplain serves as role model
Chaplain assistant Technical Sgt. Sheldon Milligan, 28, of the Air Force reaches out to those who need it the most. As a chaplain assistant, he provides spiritual care and helps patients in the hospital because warrior care is one of their top priorities, he said. As patients come in, depending on their injuries, he meets, spends time with them and makes sure they are cared for.
Technology new focus for Socorro schools
At the school board meeting Monday night, the superintendent and board members met at Sarracino Middle School to receive updates on the school's improvement plans and progress.
Artist shows her true colors
Watercolor artist Georgette Evans Grey works to make her artwork stand out beyond the surface of the medium. Her watercolor techniques are carefully stroked across the page to bring each picture to life.
Contracts renewed
Socorro Consolidated Schools board members renewed Randall Earwood's contract as superintendent at the Dec. 17, 2012, board meeting. The original one-year contract has been extended through June 2015.
Riding on hurled bones
Author Tom McCord puts his essence onto the page as he creates poetry.
Recycle batteries to protect landfills, environment
For the first time ever, battery recycling is offered to the Socorro community. AA and AAA batteries are being collected in order to protect the environment.