Grants Has A Lot to Offer!

GRANTS, NM--The results are in for the Best Small Town in the West. Grants, New Mexico was voted the third best small town after number one, Seward, Alaska and second, Solvang, California.Congratulations Grants people.

Pet of the Week Meet Murphy

Murphy is a neutered cattle dog mix. He can be shy at first but can be won over easily with some treats and kind words. He likes going outside and he gets along with other dogs.

New Mexico Courts Launches New Website

SANTA FE, NM – New Mexico Courts launched a new website to provide the public with an improved user experience and a fresh, new look. The website is nmcourts.gov.

Wildfire Preparedness is Year-Round:

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – As we enter springtime, we have an opportunity to prepare for the drier conditions and wildfire season. April is a great time to do spring cleaning around your property and create the spacing that can help protect your home.

Attorney General Rauìl Torrez Releases New Inspection of Public Records Act Guide

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – Attorney General Rauìl Torrez announced the release of the New Mexico Department of Justice’s new Inspection of Public Records Act (IPRA) guide, a comprehensive resource for government transparency in New Mexico.

National Park Service Planning Prescribed Fire at El Malpais National Monument

GRANTS, NM – The National Park Service is preparing to conduct a prescribed fire on the north side of El Malpais National Monument adjacent to Hwy 53 between mile markers 71 and 69.

Grants Courthouse Incident Leads to Arrest on Charge of Attempted Murder of a Judge

GRANTS, N.M. — A man was arrested on Monday after threatening to kill district court Judge Amanda Sanchez Villalobos, approaching the 13th Judicial District Courthouse armed with an ax, triggering a lockdown and a swift law enforcement response. The incident occurred in Grants, New Mexico.

Second Defendant, Thoreau Woman, Pleads Guilty in 2020 Brutal Murder of New Mexico Woman for Murder of NMSP Officer

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A second defendant has admitted guilt in the harrowing 2020 murder of a woman from Gamerco, New Mexico, authorities announced Thursday.

Zuni Man Sentenced for Sexual Abuse of a Minor

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – A federal judge in Albuquerque sentenced 72-yearold Phillip Edward Lahi, Sr., an enrolled member of the Pueblo of Zuni, to an eightyear prison term following his guilty plea to charges of abusive sexual contact in Indian Country.

Cibola’s March Marijuana Sales

GRANTS, N.M. — Cibola County has reported significant growth in marijuana sales through March, marking a robust start to 2024. In March alone, Cibola County saw combined sales of marijuana reach $295,491.