To tackle literacy challenges and combat “summer slide,” the New Mexico Department of Education (PED) is launching a $30 million initiative—the Summer Reading Program.With a state proficiency rate in literacy standing at 34 percent, the program aims to provide support and improvement opportunities…

Solar eclipses occur when the Sun, the Moon, and Earth line up, either fully or partially. Depending on how they align, eclipses provide a unique, exciting view of either the Sun or the Moon.A solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, casting a shadow on Earth that…

Grants, NM—El Malpais National Monument will host an evening of science and stargazing at the El Malpais National Monument Visitor Center on Friday, April 19, 2024, from 6:30-9:00pm.Joining us from the Albuquerque Astronomical Society is Derek Wallentinsen. Derek is an astronomer and a retired…

Eddie and Patricia Roberts celebrated their 66th wedding anniversary on 4/13 with family and friends. Eddie came from Texas to Grants to work at Anaconda and Patricia came from Colorado to work for another uranium company. They met while Eddie was in the Navy and when he finished his tour of duty,…

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After rehabbing from a knee injury for more than a year, Nava could see action in Tuesday’s 3rd round match at Rio RanchoALBUQUERQUE, NM - After more than a year of hard work spent on rehab, New Mexico’s own Cristian Nava is finally available for selection ahead of Tuesday’s Lamar Hunt U.S. Open…

Attention, Cibola County athletes and enthusiasts! Whether you're scoring goals, hitting trails, lifting weights, or just enjoying a game of catch in the park, your moments of athletic endeavor light up our community. The Cibola Citizen Newspaper is eager to showcase your fun and accomplishments in…

A colossal baseball game last Friday as the Pirates went 9 innings and bested the 4th ranked Belen Eagles by a score of 7-6. A single by junior Boudy Melonas to center field allowed teammate Niko Young to score the winning run securing the 8th “W” in a row for the Pirates and a second place ranking…

GRANTS, N.M. – Cibola is approaching an important date: June 4. On that day, residents will choose their political party’s representative to become the new leaders of the county commission.The three Cibola County Commission seats up for election have incumbents who have served two terms and are…

Welcome to your straightforward guide on how to register to vote in Cibola County!Whether you're registering for the first time or checking your status, here's everything you need to know to ensure you can exercise your right to vote. This guide is based on information provided by the New Mexico…