First-ever redundant fiber line; Sacred Wind announces completion of project

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – Sacred Wind Communications, Inc. – New Mexico’s award-winning telecommunications and broadband service provider in rural northwestern New Mexico—along with area elected officials—met virtually to announce the first ever redundant fiber line between Gallup and Albuquerque.

Rep. Brown introduces bill to decertify New Mexico Biden electors

CARLSBAD, N.M. – The New Mexico 2021 legislative session will begin at noon on January 19. Starting this week, legislators have started to pre-file legislation for consideration during the 60-day session.

Common Cause NM Calls for U.S. Rep. Herrell’s Resignation

"Common Cause New Mexico is calling for the resignation of newly elected US Rep. Yvette Herrell, who represents the state's 2nd Congressional District, after Herrell used her first speech on the House Floor to object to some states' electoral votes for President-elect Joe Biden.

Southwest Yard & Garden; Pruning Your Christmas Cactus

Question: I have a lovely Christmas cactus which was given to me two years ago. Despite my ignorance of proper plant care, the plant bloomed beautifully both last year and again this year. It has grown quite large, and the stems at the bases of the stalks have become somewhat woody. Is that normal?

Help identify rioters

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The FBI is seeking information that will assist in identifying individuals who are actively instigating violence in Washington, D.C. The FBI is accepting tips and digital media depicting rioting and violence in the U.S. Capitol building and surrounding area in Washington, D.C.

Patriotism amid insurrection

The United States has seen its share of dark days, from the bombing of Pearl Harbor in 1941 to the Twin Tower attacks in New York City in 2001, not to mention other catastrophes that struck our nation in earlier decades.

Board to decide about return to hybrid model; New school district re-entry survey

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – The Grants/Cibola County School District posted a new survey to help officials decide when to return to hybrid learning instruction. The district had utilized technology to provide distance-learning instruction for all students during the first nine weeks of this academic year.