News & Updates

Stay up-to-date with county meetings, events, emergencies and more.

Introducing TextMyGov

November 25, 2025

Sierra County Emergency Management is thrilled to introduce TextMyGov, a convenient and smart text messaging service! that will enable residents to effortlessly receive important emergency notifications. 

Confirmed EHM November 2025

November 20, 2025

The New Mexico Livestock Board Office of the State Veterinarian recommends canceling or postponing equine events

Annual Sierra County 4H Turkey Shoot

November 6, 2025

Recurve / Compound Archery Shoot – 16 shooters per round, best shot wins a turkey. Max 2 turkeys per person. $2 or 7 tickets for $10.

Pesticide Applicator Workshop December 9, 2025

October 28, 2025

Earn 4 CEUs at this workshop scheduled from 8:30am-1pm. $20.

Harmful algae detected in Quemado, Snow, and Hopewell Lakes

October 9, 2025

The New Mexico Environment Department is warning visitors to use caution at Quemado Lake, Snow Lake, and Hopewell Lake due to the formation of harmful algae blooms.

Second Hazard Mitigation Plan Public Meeting – August 20th at 6pm

August 6, 2025

In coordination with Sierra County, the City of Elephant Butte, City of Truth or Consequences, and Village of Williamsburg are updating the Sierra County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan (HMAP). The Plan Update will address hazards that affect the area. The goal of the Plan Update is to minimize or eliminate […]

Sale and Use of Fireworks Restriction

June 10, 2025

Except as permitted by this Ordinance/Proclamation, the sale and use of all other fireworks of any kind or description are banned within the unincorporated areas of Sierra County.

Hazard Mitigation Plan Update – Public Notice

June 4, 2025

In coordination with Sierra County, the City of Elephant Butte, City of Truth or Consequences, and Village of Williamsburg are updating the Sierra County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan (HMAP).

Burn Ordinance

April 23, 2025

An ordinance restricting open and controlled burns within the unincorporated areas of Sierra County was passed on April 22, 2025.

April 2025 Meeting Date

April 11, 2025

The next County Commission meeting is on Tuesday, April 22, 2025