2021

Since the tragic events of August 3, 2019, the City of Socorro and its neighboring communities have shared the collective grief of losing twenty-three innocent lives to senseless violence. But this grief has over-time, transformed into a push for unity and communal support. The City of Socorro took initiative in the healing process and hosted …

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Describe yourself as an artist and explain what drew you to visual arts. Was there a moment in your childhood that you became interested in the arts or was it a natural inclination into the medium? I always struggle with describing myself as an artist because like most artist I struggle with believing I truly …

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            Local artist Chris Hurtado, who recently began working for the City of Socorro in 2020, gravitates heavily towards muraling and played a role in the creation of the Welcome to Socorro mural. Recently, Chris has taken the steps to broaden his artistic horizon in order to contribute to the ever-growing talent within Socorro.             …

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Written By: Victor Reta In the bustling city center of Socorro, TX exists a small humble center aimed at giving back to Earth & collecting renewable materials who have the means to be changed for a different use: The City’s Recycling Center!  Located at the Y-intersection of Old Hueco Tanks & Moon Rd. the City’s …

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