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🌱 Why WNMU’s business school is suddenly drawing record numbers of majors

Silver City, New Mexico Patch AM: a 5 min read

Hello Silver City! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why WNMU’s business school is suddenly drawing record numbers of majors
  • How you can influence Silver City’s next town manager choice
  • See the new book-themed mural brightening downtown Silver City

Also on today's calendar: Reduction Linoleum Carving 101 with Mary Bruno — Southwest Print Fiesta and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a cap but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Pleasant with sunshine, with a high of 72 and low of 48 degrees.
  • Sunday: Breezy in the morning, temps: high: 70, low: 52.
  • Monday: Nice with clouds and sun, with a high of 71 and low of 48 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. WNMU School of Business reaches record enrollment (organmountainnews.com) — Western New Mexico University’s School of Business in Silver City just hit a record 348 declared majors this fall, a 9% jump over last year. Growth is especially strong in business administration, marketing and the online MBA, which recent rankings place among the state’s top programs. For local students and employers, that means more trained business graduates feeding the regional economy.
   

2. Town Of Silver City Notice Of Public Input Sessions- Town Manager Search October 7 and 14, 2026 (grantcountybeat.com) — Silver City residents are invited to help shape the search for the next town manager at public input sessions on October 7 and 14 at the City Hall Annex. You can share priorities, leadership qualities, and community concerns in person or by submitting written comments online or via email, and disability accommodations are available with advance notice.
   

3. Muralist displays talent at downtown bookstore (scdailypress.com) — A new literary-themed mural is taking shape on the storefront of Avalon Books and Music on Bullard Street in downtown Silver City, adding fresh color to the local streetscape. Artist Deru, now back living in Silver City, is showcasing their first public mural here and hopes to connect with more residents and businesses interested in mural work.
   

4. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship - When 14 New Mexico Congregations Tackle Sky-High Homelessness (grantcountybeat.com) — Silver City residents are invited to a Unitarian Universalist Fellowship program on October 11 exploring how 14 New Mexico congregations are tackling homelessness, including lessons partly inspired by efforts here. Speaker Dr. Tyler Taylor will discuss causes of homelessness, interfaith projects across three communities, and his broader work on healthcare reform and social support, with all ages welcome and masks encouraged.
   

5. Get Out the Vote Dance Party October 10, 2026 (grantcountybeat.com) — Silver City residents are invited to a Get Out the Vote dance party on Saturday, Oct. 10, from 6 to 9 p.m. at The Hearth on North Swan Street. Hosted by the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship’s Social Justice Team, the evening features local band Grant County Line, a suggested $10 donation, and a focus on energizing voters ahead of the Nov. 3 midterm elections.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Saturday October 3
  • Pokemon+ Card and Comic Book Trading
    Silver City Public Library, 515 West College Avenue, Silver City
    10:00 am
    • Thursday October 22
  • Emily Barnes at Whiskey Creek Zócalo →
    Whiskey Creek Zócalo, Arenas Valley
    6:00 pm
    • Friday October 23
  • Great Lake Swimmers →
    Whiskey Creek Zócalo, 11786 US-180 East, Arenas Valley
    6:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Hello Whiskey Creek neighbors.
    We were just wondering if anybody with Southwest missed their trash pickup yesterday? I reported it and they still didn't come and pick it up. (Nextdoor Arenas Valley)
  • Hibbett Sports posted a job opening for Assistant Store Manager (Full-time) - Silver City, NM in Silver City. Apply here.
  • Tractor Supply posted a job opening for Merchandising Sales Associate in Silver City. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Silver City here.

Ok Silver City! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What has a cap but no head?" — A bottle (Thank you Glo M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Silver City

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Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.