Safe Streets Operation Arrest
Press Release
On February 18, 2021 Cibola County Sheriff’s Department conducted a MultiJurisdictional County Wide Safe Streets Operation.
Wednesday, March 3, 2021
News
Dissatisfaction
Kylie Garcia Reporter
GRANTS, N.M. — Mayor Martin “Modey” Hicks mentioned his dissatisfaction with the current protocol, which he says allows anyone except for the mayor to add and take items off the agenda. He specifically brought up a budget proposal/resolution that was approved last week.
Wednesday, March 3, 2021
Standing water
Standing water
News Staff
Standing water- The newly constructed bridge on Washington Ave. in Grants was one of the subjects of conversation at the most recent city council meeting when Grants Mayor Martin “Modey” Hicks asked the contractors why the water was pooling under and on both sides of the bridge.
Wednesday, March 3, 2021
Turquoise level Re-openings begin as New Mexico reduces restrictions
Diego Lopez Reporter
CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. — New Mexico finally reached a positive point in the fight against COVID-19. March of 2020 was the beginning of the struggles that Cibola has had to endure.
Wednesday, March 3, 2021
Silverleaf nightshade flowers are beautiful, but parts of the plant are toxic to humans and animals. Dr. Marisa Thompson courtesy photo
Southwest Yard & Garden; Room to grow
Dr. Marisa Thompson Extension Horticulture
Question: What ornamental or fruit tree could I safely plant in a west-facing 8-foot by 8-foot niche outside my kids’ bedroom windows without worrying about it destroying the surrounding concrete and foundation? Stacy I., Albuquerque
Answer: I like this type of question.
Wednesday, February 24, 2021
Soil temperature
Soil temperature
Roy Archibald Scmg
CIBOLA COUNTY - Air temperature and frost dates are important in planting, but soil temperature is especially important if you are doing any winter growing or early planting.
Soil temperature affects the germination of the seeds and the health of the plants.
Wednesday, February 24, 2021
Carl Ustupski takes the Oath of Office on Feb. 17 at the Village of Milan Municipal Court. Village of Milan courtesy photo
New MPD chief takes Oath of Office
Rosanne Boyett Reporter
MILAN, N.M. – The Honorable Willie Jaramillo, Village of Milan municipal judge, administered the Oath of Office to the new police chief last Wednesday.
The Feb. 17 ceremony was held at the Milan municipal courthouse. All village buildings are currently closed to public access during the pandemic.
Wednesday, February 24, 2021
Water Conservation Committee completes final workshop
Rosanne Boyett Reporter
GRANTS, N.M. - The City of Grants Water Conservation Plan committee held its final workshop on Feb. 10. This was the fourth session in the process, which focused on developing strategies to ensure, protect, and improve the municipal water supply and infrastructure.
Wednesday, February 24, 2021
Milan prioritizes CDBG projects; Auditor praises village officials
Rosanne Boyett Reporter
MILAN, N.M. – The Village of Milan trustees named the lift station project as their top priority for Community Development Block Grant funding. The village will apply for $750,000 of CDBG funding.
Wednesday, February 24, 2021
Bluewater School project update; School district hears solar proposal
Rosanne Boyett Reporter
CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – The Feb. 16 Grants/Cibola County School District board meeting appeared relatively routine compared to the Feb. 8 special meeting. That three-hour session ended with a board vote, 3-2, to return to hybrid instruction.
Wednesday, February 24, 2021