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Independence Day

Independence Day

Independence Day

The First place winner of the 2021 4th of July Parade went to the Captain America entry (pictured left). The winning entry recieved a $300 first prize. Second place went to NWNM correctional center and third place went to the Raptors baseball team float.
Second grader Tayden Begay and his art teacher, Debra Woodward, stand in front of Begay’s artwork which is being featured on an electronic billboard at the State Fair Grounds in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Courtesy photo

Second grader Tayden Begay and his art teacher, Debra Woodward, stand in front of Begay’s artwork which is being featured on an electronic billboard at the State Fair Grounds in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Courtesy photo

Cubero Elementary School student’s art featured at State Fair Grounds

CUBERO, N.M. — For some teachers, adjusting to a new way of teaching the past year has been a nightmare. For one Cubero Elementary School teacher though, it was an opportunity.

Community Calendar

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Community leadership

Cibola County Commission Chair Daniel J. Torrez, District II First Vice Chair Commissioner Martha Garcia, District V Second Vice Chair Commissioner Christine Lowery, District Commissioner Ralph Lucero, District III Commissioner Robert Windhorst, District IV Visit http://www.cibolacountynm.
The popular food truck

The popular food truck

The popular food truck

The popular food truck, CLEM’s, sits at Fire and Ice Park on Santa Fe Avenue while serving the community with delicious food on Flag Day. Pictured from left to right are; Clemente Sanchez Jr., Kathleen Clemons, and Ashlynn Patricio. Kylie Garcia - CC
These tall-necked

These tall-necked

These tall-necked

These tall-necked geese at Fire and Ice Park were enjoying the heat on June 7 where temperatures reached as high 96 degrees Fahrenheit, according to the National Weather Service. Kylie Garcia - CC
Pizza 9 hosts music night

Pizza 9 hosts music night

Pizza 9 hosts music night

Pizza 9-Grants customers enjoy food, beverages, and live music on a Saturday night, June 12, 2021. The live performance started at 7 p.m. and was set to end at 10 p.m. The band featured is located out of Albuquerque, New Mexico.
First Street construction

First Street construction

First Street construction

The northern section of First Street is completely closed to traffic while crews completely rebuild this main traffic artery in Grants. New infrastructure, such as water, sewer and drainage pipes are being installed before the curb and gutter, sidewalks and paving will be done.