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Grants: That Bad Aroma??

Press Release
Wednesday, August 3, 2022
GRANTS – A computer panel at the Wastewater Treatment Plant that’s been out for more than two months has resulted in an awful aroma in and around the facility. According to city officials, identifying the panel problem took several weeks.
Drought conditions across Cibola County have improved over the month. As of August, 51.79 percent of Cibola is in “Severe Drought,” this is a far cry from late June when conditions drought conditions in Cibola were in the “Exceptional” drought category - the worst drought rating recognized by the United States Department of Agriculture. Courtesy Photo

Drought conditions across Cibola County have improved over the month. As of August, 51.79 percent of Cibola is in “Severe Drought,” this is a far cry from late June when conditions drought conditions in Cibola were in the “Exceptional” drought category - the worst drought rating recognized by the United States Department of Agriculture. Courtesy Photo

Cibola’s Drought Conditions Improve

Diego Lopez, Reporter
Wednesday, August 3, 2022
After a dry and hot Springtime, drought conditions in Cibola County are improving. 2022 was an unprecedented year that caused record setting destruction for New Mexico, with the year setting records for the two largest wildfires in state history.
A woman decorates a loved ones gravesite on Friday, July 29.In addition to Memorial Park being decorated with ornaments by Mayor Erik Garcia and City employees, many people decorated their loved ones gravesites for the Christmas in July event. Courtesy Photo

A woman decorates a loved ones gravesite on Friday, July 29.In addition to Memorial Park being decorated with ornaments by Mayor Erik Garcia and City employees, many people decorated their loved ones gravesites for the Christmas in July event. Courtesy Photo

Family & Friends Celebrate Loved Ones

Press Release
Wednesday, August 3, 2022
GRANTS – Last weekend, Grants Memorial Park on Roosevelt Avenue was no spooky dark place. As a matter of fact, it was quite the opposite. “It was a place of peace and comfort.” said Mayor Erik Garcia. “The cemetery should be a safe place, protected.
Several astronomical events will take place over the skies of Cibola in the month of August. According to AccuWeather, these events will range from a supermoon to a convergence of the moon and Mars. Courtesy Photo

Several astronomical events will take place over the skies of Cibola in the month of August. According to AccuWeather, these events will range from a supermoon to a convergence of the moon and Mars. Courtesy Photo

Astronomical Events in August over Cibola

Diego Lopez, Reporter
Wednesday, August 3, 2022
A series of astronomical events will take place in the skies over Cibola County this month. Cibola is a prime location to do skygazing any night, with limited light pollution, the skies are crystal clear and offer enchanting views of the Milky Way Galaxy and the many constellations.

Mental Health Monday Path to Wellness

Press Release
Wednesday, August 3, 2022
We have partnered with the State of New Mexico Human Services Department (HSD) to ensure New Mexicans across the state are aware of the three-digit 988 crisis support lines availability to call, text, or chat with compassionate behavioral health professionals 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Cibola County COVID-19

Cibola County COVID-19

Cibola County COVID-19

News Staff
Wednesday, August 3, 2022
Stats as of August 1 8,213 Total cases 491 Active cases 201 Deaths 26% Increase in 14-Day change rate 19,657 Residents with one vaccine shot 16,421 Residents fully vaccinated The CDC says COVID transmission in Cibola County is HIGH. Data suggests cases are undercounted.