Zuni Man Sentenced to 15 Years for Sexual Abuse of Two Young Girls

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – In a decision that brings justice to crimes from the 2000s and 2010s, Rodney Waikaniwa, a 51year-old man from the Pueblo of Zuni, has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for the sexual abuse of two young girls on the Zuni reservation in New Mexico.

New Mexico Leading Fight to Protect Children Online

New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez continues to champion the cause of child safety in the digital age, endorsing new legislative measures and supporting recent calls for stronger regulations on social media platforms.

Encerrita Fire in the Zuni Mountains

Encerrita Fire in the Zuni Mountains

Support for Ruidoso

Support for Ruidoso

GFR partnered with Walmart

GFR partnered with Walmart

New Mexico Forests Show Remarkable Recovery in 2023

Cibola National Forest Among Areas Where Bark Beetles are RetreatingEditor’s Note: This article was originally published in the April 3 edition of the Cibola Citizen. It is being reran to highlight the Cibola National Forest’s health rebound.

Department of Health issues air quality tips during statewide wildfires

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health (NMHealth) is urging New Mexicans to consider air quality safety and wildfire preparation this week in response to wildfires in the state – particularly in the Lincoln and Otero County areas where the Village of Ruidoso and the lands of the Mescalero...

Fire Ban Notice

Due to extreme drought conditions and excessive state wildfires, a fire ban is hereby instituted for Acoma Pueblo. This ban is effective immediately and will remain in effect until further notice.Prohibited Activities: -Open burning of any kind, including campfires, bonfires, and trash burning.

Extra SNAP Benefits for Seniors and Disabled Adults in Cibola County

CIBOLA COUNTY — Now in June, 11,834 New Mexicans, including many in Cibola County, will receive an extra $135 in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.

Seeing Spots?!

GRANTS,NM— A crowd of 16 people from Dungarvin, both staff and clients, joined in happily making Paper plate ladybugs. The Cibola Arts Center has bi-monthly art activities for the Dungarvin group, The activities are under the direction of Myriah Scarpati, Art Facilitator and Gallery Associate.