Townhall Over Grants Manager’s Contract

GRANTS, N.M. – Mayor Erik Garcia held a Townhall to discuss the firing of former city manager Donald Jaramillo on August 3.

Pinehill Man Pleads Guilty to Rape

PINE HILL, N.M. – Leonard Yazzie, 41, of Pine Hill, New Mexico, and an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, pleaded guilty in federal court to abusive sexual contact on July 20. The guilty plea follows an indictment by a federal grand jury in March.

Arrest Log – July 15 – August 1 . . .

August 2 Casey Becenti, born in 1981: Warrant – Municipal Court Sheila Becenti, born in 1982: Drunk or Disorderly Raymond Castillo, born in 1979: Drunk or Disorderly Kameron Victoriano, born in 2002: Warrant – Cibola County Magistrate Court August 3 Diana Platero, born in 1976: Warrant –...

Man Charged with Assault

23-year-old Elijah I. Touchine of Church Rock, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, made an initial appearance in federal court on charges of assault with a dangerous weapon and use of a firearm during a crime of violence on July 25.

New Mexico Attorney General and Human Services Department Announce Don’t be taken for a Ride

Campaign raises awareness around transport of New Mexico’s vulnerable populations to Arizona SANTA FE, NM — Today, New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez and Human Services Department Cabinet Secretary Kari Armijo announce a new public awareness campaign, “Don’t Be Taken For a Ride”.

Traffic Report for August 7 –18, 2023

NMDOT asks all motorists to obey all traffic signs, use caution, and watch for heavy equipment and construction personnel in all work zones. PLEASE NOTE: Conditions are subject to change without notice. Double fines for speeding in work zones in effect.

Grants: The City Without a Manager

GRANTS, N.M. – A crisis has unfolded at Grants City Hall leaving the city without a manager and a ticking timeline to approve a new person to the position. Accusations have been levied across the city about the reason for City Manager Donald Jaramillo’s termination.

Meet Buddy

Buddy is a 3–4-yearold male terrier who thinks he's a lap dog. He loves to run and be outside. He is already neutered and would do best as a single animal in a loving home. He likes lots of attention and would be good home protection.