Zuni Man Charged with Sex Abuse

ZUNI PUEBLO – 51year-old Rodney Waikaniwa was seen in federal court May 5 where he was charged with aggravated sexual abuse for an offense allegedly committed February 10. Waikaniwa is an enrolled member of the Zuni Pueblo and will remain in custody pending preliminary detention hearings.

El Malpais National Monument to Host Fire and Ice Native American Art and Dance Gathering May 20-21, 2023

GRANTS, NM – Come out and enjoy the Fire and Ice Native American Art and Dance Gathering on Saturday and Sunday, May 20 and 21, 2023, at El Malpais National Monument!

Lady of the Year

The Knights of Columbus Council #3683 would like to present the Lady of the Year, Marie Pena. Pena has been a pillar of the community for many years. This past weekend she was awarded the Lady of the Year at the Knights of Columbus state convention in Albuquerque.

Schedule of Graduation Events

Grants High School Class Events: May 17 – Senior Checkout is at 3:30 p.m. May 18 – Graduation Practice at 9 a.m. - Honors and Robing at 1:30 p.m. - Senior BBQ at 3:15 p.m. May 19 – Final Graduation Practice at 9 a.m. - Graduation Ceremony is at 6 p.m.

Cibola Drought Monitor – April Update

Cibola County is “In Drought”, according to the US National Drought Mitigation Center, a part of the United States Department of Agriculture. April 2023 was the fourth driest April in 129 years of data collection for Cibola County.

U.S. Attorney highlights Environmental Justice

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Alexander M.M. Uballez, United States Attorney for the District of New Mexico, is promoting information and resources to highlight environmental justice and assist the public in reporting criminal environmental violations. In May, U.S. Attorney General Merrick B.

Traffic Report for May 15 – 26, 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.

Firewood Permits in Cibola National Forest

GRANTS, NM – Beginning Monday May 15, 2023, Mount Taylor Ranger District fuelwood permits can be purchased in person at the Mount Taylor District Office at 1800 Lobo Canyon Road in Grants, NM, or by telephone at 505-287-8833.

Grief Resources

The following resources are free and accessible to all Cibola County residents. The loss of a friend of family member is always difficult, you don’t need to go through it alone. New Mexico Crisis and Access Line | www.nmcrisisline.

Senior Citizen Lunch Menu and Activities

MENU Wednesday May 17th Green Chile Hamburger Stew, Pinto Beans, Wheat Crackers, Chilled Pears. Thursday May 18th New England Clam Chowder, Buttered Broccoli & Carrots, Oyster Crackers, Oatmeal Cookie Plums.