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VOLUME 13
ISSUE 36
Hidalgo County
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SEPTEMBER 6,
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announces first
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Submitted by NM DOH/Santa Fe
The New Mexico Department of
Health has announced that an 83-year-
old man from Curry County has died
from West Nile Virus infection• This is
the first fatality due to West Nile Virus in
New Mexico in 2013. The man had en-
cephalitis, the more severe clinical form
of the disease, and had been hospital-
ized. A second case, also from Curry
County, was confirmed in a 66-year-old
woman• She had the less severe West Nile
fever, was not hospitalized, and is recov-
ering•
"We extend our sympathy to this
man's family and friends," said Secretary
of Health Retta Ward, MPH~ "We all need
to avoid mosquito bites as best as pos-
sible, especially people older than 60,
who are at most at risk for developing
serious complications from the disease•"
Common West Nile Virus symptoms
are fever, nausea, headache, and muscle
aches• In rare cases, West Nile Virus can
cause meningitis or encephalitis• If some-
one has these symptoms, they should see
their health care provider• People older
than 60 are at most risk for serious dis-
ease from West Nile Virus.
"Mosquito populations are high
throughout the state due to the large
amounts of rainfall; and everyone should
ers where mosquitoes lay their eggs, such
as old tires, and regularly change the
water in birdbaths, wading pools and pet
water bowls• Make sure rain barrels are
tightly screened•
• Keep windows and doors closed if
not screened• If you leave your house
doors or windows open, make sure they
have screens that fit tightly and have no
holes•
Also, vaccinate your horses to pro-
tect them from West Nile Virus and West-
ern Equine Encephalitis, which is also
carried by mosquitoes•
New Mexico's first case of West Nile
infection this year was in a 13-year-old
boy from San Juan County who has re-
covered• In 2012, the New Mexico De-
partment of Health identified 47 cases
of West Nile Virus infection, including 1
fatality and 24 with serious disease of
the central nervous system•
For more information about West
Nile Virus, including fact sheets'in En-
glish and Spanish, go to the Department
of Health's website at http://
nmhealth .org/ERD/HealthData/
w estnile.shtml.
Ni
Torrential monsoon drenches L0rdsburg
More than two inches of rain were reportedly dumped on Lordsburg and surrounding areas last Thursday afternoon,
causingvarious reports of flooding and damage. Above, the Lordsburg Municipal Swimming Pool, which had been
drained and closed out for the summer, is completely filled with muddy rainwater. During the monsoon, water ran freely
along newly-created Short Street and effectively filled the empty pool--which resulted in the flooding of the showers and
office. City crews have been working to siphon off the water and it is anticipated that the remaining dirt will have to be
removed by shovel and wheelbarrow. Lordsburg Mayor Frank Rodriguez told the HeraldTuesday that he is confident City
crews can handle the clean up project. For more photos from the storm, see Page 10 of this week's edition.
Courtesy photo
Pearce announces re-election campaign
who listens to them and stand up for
their concerns and not cater to any one
political party. For that reason I feel that
I am still the best choice to represent the
second Congressional District in Con-
gress."
"I am not a one-sided party guy,"
said Pearce. "I have not been afraid to
criticize Republicans when they are
wrong and Democrats when they are
wrong• Equally true, I am willing to work
with both sides to get results-especially
Courtesy submission
Last week, U.S• Congressman Steve
Pearce officially declared that he is run-
ning for re-election today saying,
"Southern New Mexicans want someone
on jobs, immigration reform, and protect-
I ] ing southern New Mexico's economy,"
Pearce said.
Pearce pointed to his record of in-
dependence, including:
By Mayor Frank Rodriguez • Opposing both Republican John
Boehner and Democrat Nancy Pelosi for
Species Act to threaten jobs in New"
Mexico•
* Working with Democrats in the
New Mexico delegation to protect White
Sands Missile Range.
"Clearly the big tasks ahead of
Washington include getting federal gov-
ernment spending under control and
making changes to create more jobs in
Southern New Mexico. Those are hard,
but they are critically important," Pearce
said.
assume that some of these mosquitoes
are carrying West Nile Virus, saidDr. Paul
r{
Ettestad, the Department's public health
veterinarian•
To protect yourself from West Nile"
• Use insect repellent on exposed
skin and clothing when you go outdoors.
The Centers for Disease Control and Pre-
vention recommends repellents contain-
ing DEET, Picaridin, oil of lemon euca-
lyptus, or IR3535 for use on skin, and
permethrin for use on clothing• Always
follow label direction~ when using in-
sect repellents•
• When weather permits, wear pro-
tective clothing such as loose-fitting,
long-sleeved shirts, long pants and
socks•
• The hours from dusk to dawn are
peak biting times for mo§quitoes. Take
extra care to use repellent and protec-
tive clothing, or avoid outdoor activi-
ties
b0r
Courtesy information
The following is the breakdown of
DPS statewide numbers for Labor Day
weekend 2013. Included agencies are
New Mexico State Police, Motor Trans-
portation Police, and Special Investiga-
tions Division.
• Saturation Patrols- 41
• Check Points- 8
• Injury Involved Crashes- 15
• Minor Crashes- 49
• Fatal Crashes Investigated- 9 (eight in-
vestigated by NIqfSP, bne investigated
by MTPD)
• Homicide Investigations- 1 (NMSP
Investigation's Bureau)
during these times• • DWI Arrests- 35
• Eliminate water-holding contain- • Citations Issued- 2838
As the summer closes and fall is
upon us we are experiencing quite heavy
rains so we ask all city residents to take
.extra precautions during this stormy sea-
son.
the City is happy to announce that
a project I have been working on is com-
ing to be a reality. We will be putting in
a walking p~Ith inside of veterans path
with a nice blacktop walking surface for
the convenience of all citizens•
The water line replacement for
Animas, Copper, Lead, Iron, Maple and
the Lordsburg Housing Authority has
been awarded and will commence in a
few weeks•
Canon Stevens and myself have or-
ganized for dogs arid cats be spayed or
.neutered at the cost of only $10.00 on
Saturday September 14th at the
Lordsburg Fire Department. We are tak-
ing names for this you may call myself
or Canon Stevens (numbers are in this
weeks paper) or City Hall 575-542-3259
to be placed on a list although you may
just walk -in. We ask you to please come
so as to help control the pet population•
Also on the same day please come
out to• North Park for an all day event
Mexican Independence Day festival day
begins with a Car Show and goes into
the early evening when Six Bands will
perform your favorite Mexican and
Country favorites along with great food
and fun.
On behalf of myself The City Coun-
cil and City employees we wish the
Lordsburg Mavericks a winning season•
Speaker of the House of Representatives.
* Working to pull both liberals and
conservatives together for sensible im-
migration reform.
* Joining with President Obama,
Republicans, and Democrats to reform
and keep down the cost of college edu-
cation•
* Opposing Obamacare and trying
to limit its damage to our economy•
* Siding with Democrats andRe-
publicans in passing the Violence
Against Woman Act.
* Opposing radical environmental-
ists who would distort the Endangered
to offer
pay/n uter
clinic
SNAP will be bringing a spay and
neuter van to Lordsburg on Saturday,
September 14, 2013. The van will be at
the Lordsburg Fire Station from 8 AM to
5 PM. Cost to residents who are low in-
come or unable to transport their pet to a
veterinarian is $10 per pet for the steril-
ization and rabies shot, if needed•
SNAP staff will be operating on five
animals per hour, so space is limited•
Participants need to register at City Hall,
575-542-3421•
Community picnic held to Meet the Mavericks
The 2013 annual Meet the Mavericks picnic was held at Maverick Stadium last Thursday evening, where athletic teams
and cheerleaders at the junior and high school level were officially introduced to the public.The LHS Lady Mavericks will
kick off their 2013 volleyball season thisThursday in Silver City against the Lady Colts.The Mavericks will host their first
2013 home game this Friday, September 6, when they take on Academia Juarez. Kick off time is 7:00 p.m.The JV football
team will host Academia Juarez Saturday morning at 10 a.m. At the junior high level, the DTMS Dogies football team will
kick off their season at home against Snell on Thursday, September 5, at 4:00 p.m.The Lady Dogies are already well into
their season, with their next game set forThursday, September 5, at Snell. For complete LHS athletic schedules, see Page
5 of this week's edition. Photo by GLENDA GREENE~for the Hidalgo County Herald
UPCOMING EVENTS
Rodeo Farmer's Market
The Hidalgo Farmer's Market/Craf
Fair will be held in Rodeo at Ned Hall
Park on Wednesdays from 4-7 PM on
September 11, October 9 and November
13. For more info contact Paula at
575•557•0100.
Living Better class
HMS Family Support will provide a
"Living Better" class on Thursday Sep-.
tember 19th from 1 -2pro. Class is open
to anyone wanting to learn a little more
about their health. For more information
contact HMS Care Team Coordinator up at the 2013 Discover Hidalgo County 519-1355• 12 and December 10. For more informa-
Sayra Davis @ 575-542-2357• event on October 19th with a jumping Fall Free For All tion call 575-542-8087•
Emergency food boxes balloon, water slide, sticky wall, dunk-
ing booth, obstacle course and bounce The Assembly of God will be giv- Literacy PrOgram
Emergency Food Boxes are avail- house combo• They will also offer fresh ing away gently used clothes, shoes, and The Hidalgo County Literacy Pro-
able to families in need at BAMHS/ fruit and water• . some misc household items on Saturday, gram offers services to improve indi-
Kokopelli, located at 332 E Motel Dr in Cook Off Sept 7 September 21, 2013 from 10 AM to 2 vidual skills in English, Reading, Lan-
Lordsburg. To get a box, stop in anytime " PM at 701 Animas Street• guage and Math, as well as Pre-GED and
Monday through Friday from 8:30 am The Duncan Stake Center will hold Democratic meeting OED preparation. Quit putting it off, it's
to 12 noon. For more information about its annual chili, cornbread and ice cream not too late! Contact Director Sherri
this or other food programs in Hidalgo cook off on September 7, 2013 at 5 p.m. The Hidalgo County Democratic Arredondo at 575-313-7738, 575-542-
County, call Christy at 520-507-0455. . (AZ time) at the Duncan Stake Center: Party will meet at 7:00 p.m. on the sec- 9407 or email hclp@aznex.net
i ]]~ Participants are asked to bring their own ond Tuesday of each month at 313 E 4th
HMS at Oisc0ve Hlda..,0 ingredients and old unmated socks for a Street in Lordsburg. Meeting dates will
Hidalgo Medical Services will be set game.. For more information call 575- be September 10, October 8, November Continued on Page 3