From the High Plains

This is a story about forced emigration and European colonization in North America. This book is based on family records and letters of the MacDonald clan, treaties, and nineteenth century newspaper accounts of Anglo fur traders and settlers.

Cibola Water Monitoring Report as of October 27

continues its steady lateseason decline, holding 4,787 acre-feet of water as of 9:15 a.m. on October 27.That’s down more than 40 acre-feet from mid-October and nearly 300 acre-feet lower than at the start of the month.

MVFD Supports Community with Firewood

Diego Lopez, EditorMILAN, N.M. Milan Volunteer Fire Department delivered a full cord of piñon split wood to raffle winner Diana Hands on Sunday morning.The family expressed their gratitude to MVFD for the generous prize. The raffle, drawn on Saturday, Oct. 25 at 5 p.m.

From the Code Talkers to the Skies of Today

CIBOLA COUNTY , N.M. — As Veterans Day approaches, the story of Fort Wingate stands as both a testament to sacrifice and a reflection of how New Mexico continues to serve the nation.For more than 160 years, Fort Wingate has been a crossroads of American history.

It’s Okay to Grieve

The loss of a family member is one of the most difficult and challenging experiences a person can go through in their lifetime. Coping with the grief and emotional pain can be a long and difficult process, but there are steps you can take to help you through this difficult time.

GPD, School District Disagree Over Handling of Rumored Threat at LAMS

GRANTS, N.M. — Grants Police Department says it was not notified about a possible shooting threat at Los Alamitos Middle School on Friday, Oct. 24, despite parents receiving alerts from the school about safety screenings conducted that morning.A press release published by GPD on Facebook at 11:31 a.

Animal Tips

Playtime for dogs promotes their physical and mental well-being, maintaining a healthy weight, enhances their cardiovascular health, and strengthens their muscles, providing crucial mental stimulation, and reducing behavioral issues stemming from boredom or anxiety.www.akc.org.

Homicide at Milan Allsup’s

GRANTS, N.M. – On October 21, 2025, a preliminary investigation by the New Mexico State Police Investigations Bureau was conducted to determine the events that unfolded leading to a homicide.

Wellbeing Wednesday

Halloween and Kids’ WellbeingHalloween fun can overwhelm kids.Setexpectations— how long you’ll trick-or-treat andcandylimits.Feedahealthy meal first, use reflective gear, and carry flashlights.