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SEC incumbents 3, challengers 0   (October 15)
Paul Bustamante retained his place at the Socorro Electric Cooperative Board of Trustees table after claiming a win over challenger Richard "Arf" Epstein.

Who's 'whooo' at the Sevilleta National Wildlife Refuge   (October 15)
But they all came for the same reason to provide visitors with an up close and personal glimpse into the extraordinary wildlife that helps comprise the Sevilleta National Wildlife Refuge.

Village looks at curbing ATV use   (October 15)
The Village of Magdalena is looking into tightening restrictions on off-highway motor vehicles possibly going so far as to keep them off the streets.

Learning is a blast for Magdalena students   (October 15)
They call themselves "Rocket Kids."

Community Calendar   (October 15)

District III SEC elections under way Saturday   (October 15)
Socorro Electric Cooperative Board of Trustees elections continue this weekend with a trio of seats up for grabs in District III.

Accused arsonist heading to court   (October 11)
The man accused of embezzling more than $100,000 from the Eagles Club, and then setting fire to the building to cover his tracks, is finally headed to court.

MRO is up and running   (October 11)
In an important milestone, New Mexico Tech's largest, world-class telescope is in full operation, and running on funds from the university and research awards rather than federal construction money.

Fueled by a desire for change   (October 11)
Free fuel?

Socorro Fest highlights busy weekend of activities   (October 11)
Damian Castillo sat in the truck to catch his breath after arriving on the Plaza at 6 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 9.

Spirits expected to soar at Socorro's Aviation Day   (October 11)
Flying and fun will be on tap at Socorro's Municipal Airport on Saturday, Oct. 18, as pilots and air enthusiasts from around

Reform advocates push for resolutions   (October 11)
Representatives of the Co-op Members for Reform group are attempting to introduce resolutions throughout the ongoing board of trustees elections this month.

Charitable groups in the area   (October 11)
Editor's note: This week we begin a listing of the myriad of charitable groups and organizations that call Socorro County home.

Community Calendar   (October 11)

Health center passes review   (October 11)
Alamo Navajo Health Center passed its checkup with flying colors.

All's 'fair' for Alamo's Monte   (October 11)
A Socorro County girl counted two sheep as not-so-wild and wooly wins at the New Mexico State Fair this year.

Tech sees stars with fed funding   (October 11)
New Mexico Tech's endeavors in astronomy and training in handling disasters are getting a boost from the federal government.


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