In response to ongoing citizen concerns, the City of Socorro is hosting a public forum about the proposed Green Data Center ...

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Two communities are preparing for a full slate of mid‑May events that highlight the region’s dark skies, creative talent, ...

The UNM Lobos volleyball team traveled to Socorro on Sunday, April 26, to run a mini camp for the young local athletes. About ...

Friday’s doubleheader featured two very different games as Magdalena took on the Grady Bronchos at home on April 24, and the ...

Free veterinary clinics expand care on Alamo Navajo Reservation as officials stress core vaccines ...

New Mexico’s health councils are ramping up overdose‑prevention efforts through the state’s new ONEbox program, a coordinated ...

El Defensor Chieftain sent candidate questionnaires to Socorro County candidates for the upcoming election. Responses from ...

This mural was created by RISE Participant Raul Guerrero at the Socorro County Detention center. The mural emphasizes ...

SOCORRO COUNTY General Hospital is happy to announce to the community that it now has a new physical therapist. Candace ...

Putting on a first time event like this that covers three days takes a lot of effort. Joe Lopez wanted to give special thanks ...

Members of County Lions Club deliver boxes of donated food to Storehouse and the Community Action Program (CAP) food pantry ...