Alexander M.M. Uballez Sworn in as United State Attorney for the District of New Mexico

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – Alexander M.M. Uballez was sworn in today as the United States Attorney for the District of New Mexico. Chief United States District Court Judge William P. Johnson administered the oath of office during a private ceremony. A formal investiture will be planned for a later date.

Missing Grants Man Found

GRANTS, N.M. – A missing man from Grants, 69-year-old Jesus “Jessi” Hernandez, was discovered by his wife on May 30 and taken to Grants Police Department. Hernandez was unharmed. On May 26, Hernandez was at Cibola General Hospital, he was wearing blue sweatpants, and a red shirt.

COVID-19 Sees Spike in Cibola County

COVID-19 continues its slow raise in cases across Cibola County. Because of Memorial Day, the New Mexico Department of Health did not report cases on Monday, meaning the May 31 case report will be abnormally large.

Candidate Spotlight: Jerri D. Rowe - N.M. House Dist. 6

“You can’t keep doing the same thing over and over again and expect different results,” Jerri D. Rowe said.

Candidate Spotlight: Johnny Valdez - Magistrate Judge

Both of this year's Division One and Two Magistrate Judge seats are available for election. Division One Honorable Judge Larry Diaz has decided to leave the bench to run for Cibola County Sheriff, and his seat will be filled by current Sheriff Tony Mace, who is running unopposed.

Candidate Spotlight: Harry Garcia - N.M. House Dist. 69

“My goal is to help New Mexicans,” said Representative Harry Garcia. Rep Garcia is the incumbent for New Mexico House of Representatives District 69, Rep.

Candidate Spotlight: Wesley Mallary - Sheriff

Wesley Mallary is a former US Army Ranger, and he has plans to reshape the Cibola County Sheriff’s Office.

Candidate Spotlight: Maxine Monte - Sheriff

Maxine Monte (Spidle) has had a significant amount of experience in law enforcement. She had climbed the ladder of responsibility from a reserve deputy, where she was paid nothing, to her current post as lieutenant for Cibola County Sheriff’s Office.

Candidate Spotlight: Stephen Chavez - Sheriff

After a rocky departure from Grants Police Department where he was the previous police chief, Stephen Chavez is looking to become Cibola County’s next sheriff. His time as police chief was muddled by crisis after crisis, but he is keeping his head up, focused on this election.