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Navy Week Coming to Santa Fe in November

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
The U.S. Navy is bringing its Navy Week program to Santa Fe from November 10-16, offering an inside look at the Navy’s role in national defense. This event is part of the Navy’s nationwide outreach, coinciding with its 250th birthday celebration.
A Precision Strike Missile launches from the Fort Wingate Launch Complex on Dec. 11 as part of a Limited User Test conducted by White Sands Missile Range test officers and U.S. Army Operational Test Command soldiers. The missile was fired toward its designated target area at Yucca Point, New Mexico, in a critical evaluation of its performance.

A Precision Strike Missile launches from the Fort Wingate Launch Complex on Dec. 11 as part of a Limited User Test conducted by White Sands Missile Range test officers and U.S. Army Operational Test Command soldiers. The missile was fired toward its designated target area at Yucca Point, New Mexico, in a critical evaluation of its performance.

Missile Tests from Fort Wingate Showcase Expanding Role in U.S. Defense Strategy

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
FORT WINGATE, N.M. – The skies above Cibola County have become a proving ground for some of the U.S. Army’s most advanced missile defense systems.

Cibola’s January Indictments

Amerika Rougemont, Reporter
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
has been indicted on the charges of aggravated burglary (second degree felony), aggravated battery (third degree felony), and false imprisonment (fourth degree felony). On April 27, 2024, Hechilay allegedly entered a house without authorization with the intent to commit these crimes.
Grants Mayor Erik Garcia participated in the Strider, an event where the fathers of competitors get to ride their children’s bike in a race against the other fathers. Being one of five competitors, he came in the top three Amerika Rougemont - CC

Grants Mayor Erik Garcia participated in the Strider, an event where the fathers of competitors get to ride their children’s bike in a race against the other fathers. Being one of five competitors, he came in the top three Amerika Rougemont - CC

Community Spirit Drives 42nd Mt. Taylor Quad

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
GRANTS, N.M. – The 42nd Annual Mt. Taylor Quadrathlon brought out the best of the community as 105 competitors took on the grueling challenge, and volunteers worked tirelessly to make the event possible.

Community Events

News Staff
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Free Scandinavian Music for CibolaEnjoy a free, live performance of traditional Scandinavian and Celtic ballads by Scott & Johanna Hongell-Darsee at the Cibola History Museum on Feb. 22, 2 p.m. at the Mother Whitesides Building, 525 W. High Street. Refreshments provided!
GrantsAnimal Care Center 722 Sakelares Boulevard

GrantsAnimal Care Center 722 Sakelares Boulevard

Pet of the Week

Meet Clover
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
This adorable girl is Clover! Clover is an 11-month-old female. She's on the smaller side of a medium breed and seems to be full-grown. She's very active and loves to play and climb. Clover loves people and is good on a leash. She loves other dogs and is looking for someone to play and run with.
Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has delayed the appointment for House District 6 as she awaits the results of an investigation into nominee Clemente Sanchez’s residency. The seat has remained vacant since November, leaving thousands of constituents without representation in the New Mexico House of Representatives. Courtesy Photo

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has delayed the appointment for House District 6 as she awaits the results of an investigation into nominee Clemente Sanchez’s residency. The seat has remained vacant since November, leaving thousands of constituents without representation in the New Mexico House of Representatives. Courtesy Photo

House District 6 Vacancy Drags on as Governor Orders Another Residency Investigation

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
GRANTS, N.M. – As the 2025 New Mexico Legislative Session continues, the residents of House District 6 remain without representation, marking another week of political uncertainty for Cibola and McKinley counties.