Fuelwood Permits on Sale at the Fort Wingate site Mount Taylor Ranger District

Beginning Wednesday August 2, the Mount Taylor Ranger District will be selling fuelwood permits at their Fort Wingate location Wednesdays ONLY 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m Fort Wingate: 326 D. Painted Horse Trail in Fort Wingate, NM.

Skybound Community: The Importance of Grants-Milan Municipal Airport

MILAN, NM – The Grants-Milan Municipal Airport has been in service for over 60 years. They have welcomed travelers and visitors to the City of Grants, Village of Milan and the communities of Cibola County.

High Winds Flip Home off Foundation

On June 15, a large dust devil spurred from a large gust of wind that blew down Casey and Carl Danial’s construction projects. The brothers were building small homes. The large dirt devil lifted the projects and dropped it on the car, pictured. 

Officer Responds to Stolen Vehicle Call, Finds it Across Street After Rolling Away

MILAN, NM – On July 22 at 2:24 p.m. Milan Police Department Officer Ryan Salazar responded to the Petro gas station in Milan, for a “reckless driver” call. While on patrol Salazar was waved down by a male individual saying that his 1985 Ford F250 was taken from the pumps at the Petro gas station.

Grants Man Arrested for Alleged Arson Threat

GRANTS, NM – A dramatic situation unfolded in Grants, NM, on July 20, 2023, when law enforcement responded to a removal of persons call for service. Police were dispatched to 1409 Estancia Ave.

Arrest Log – July 15 – August 1 . . .

July 17 Rickie Abeyta, born in 1978: Warrant July 18 Heather Machacek, born in 1968: Shoplifting July 19 Zayne Edsitty, born in 2000: Warrant – Magistrate Court July 20 David Delhoyo, born in 1992: Attempt to Commit a Felony July 21 Fredrick Kee, born in 1971: Warrant – Other...

Mental Health Wednesday

National Make A Difference to Children Month is observed in July. The month raises awareness about the vulnerability any child in the world can face if they do not have the right person in their lives to guide them.

Traffic Report for July 31 – August 11, 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.