New Mexico's Hantavirus Strain is Different from Cruise Ship Outbreak and Does Not Spread Between People

SANTA FE, N.M. – As news coverage of a hantavirus outbreak linked to a cruise ship raises questions, New Mexico health officials want residents to know: the hantavirus strain found in New Mexico is different from the one causing illness abroad and cannot spread from person to person.

Grants Native Announces New Inspirational Book, and Hometown Signing Event

GRANTS, N.M. — Whispering Grace: Faithful Steps, a new Fiction Christian Romance book by Grants native Brenda Curtright, officially published on April 1, 2026, invites readers into a reflective journey of faith, perseverance, and quiet hope.

Children’s Book Celebrates the Unique Geology of the Navajo Nation

GRANTS, N.M. Grants, NM – Navajo Technical University Press collaborated with author Daniel W. Vandever to publish High Desert Treasure, a children’s picture book highlighting the unique geology of the Navajo Nation.

Paving begins on newly constructed roadway

GALLUP, N.M. Paving and surfacing operations will begin on NM 118 east of Gallup starting May 18.The project covers approximately 1.5 miles, from Gallup to the intersection of NM 566.FNF Construction Inc.

Local Primary Races Set in Cibola County as June 2 Election Nears

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – Early voting has begun and the June 2 New Mexico Primary Election is 13 days away as of May 20.A slew of local offices in county and state government are up for election.

Early Voting Now Underway in Cibola County for the June 2, 2026 Primary Election

GRANTS, N.M. – Early voting is open across Cibola County for the statewide primary election on Tuesday, June 2, 2026.

New Political Party in New Mexico

SANTA FE, N.M. – Late afternoon on May 15 New Mexico Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver’s office confirmed that Forward New Mexico has met the requirements for Minor Party Status and will be listed on the ballot in the November elections.

Arrests - April 20 - May 16

Grants Police Department April 20Lynnette Green, born 1996: DWI-Alcohol/Drugs With Minor in Vehicle and Aggravated Driving While Under Influence of Intoxicating LiquorApril 21Anthony J Lusk, born 1988: Warrant - District Courts and Information Report Only April 22Olin A Benally, born 1990: Warrant...

DWI Sobriety Checkpoints, Saturation Patrols, Speed, Seatbelt and Child Safety Seat Enforcement Operations for the Month of May, 2026.

GRANTS, N.M. The Grants Police Department will be conducting DWI sobriety checkpoints, DWI saturation patrols, Speeding and Seatbelt Enforcement (STEP & BLKUP) operations within the City of Grants, New Mexico during the month of May, 2026.

State Parks Urges Cold-Water Safety for Early Season Boaters

SANTA FE, N.M. – New Mexico State Parks officials urge boaters to check water temperatures before hitting the lakes this spring, after several near-miss incidents in recent weeks involving boaters who underestimated how cold the water remains.