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The Chief has promoted 1324 T. McCoy to the rank of Lieutenant. Lt. McCoy is currently an EMT-I, Firefighter 1and 2, Fire Instructor 1, and Wildland Type 2. Her hard work and dedication to providing for our communities, and drive to being an exemplary firefighter to her peers and others, are what earned her this position. Congratulations and keep up the outstanding work, Lt. Courtesy of Milan Fire Department

The Chief has promoted 1324 T. McCoy to the rank of Lieutenant. Lt. McCoy is currently an EMT-I, Firefighter 1and 2, Fire Instructor 1, and Wildland Type 2. Her hard work and dedication to providing for our communities, and drive to being an exemplary firefighter to her peers and others, are what earned her this position. Congratulations and keep up the outstanding work, Lt. Courtesy of Milan Fire Department

The Chief has promoted 1324 T. McCoy

News Staff
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
The Chief has promoted 1324 T. McCoy to the rank of Lieutenant. Lt. McCoy is currently an EMT-I, Firefighter 1and 2, Fire Instructor 1, and Wildland Type 2.
Grants Fire and Rescue Chief Maes speaks to AVID and driver’s education students at Grants High School during First Responder Appreciation Week. Chief Maes shared insights about his firefighting career and the importance of DWI safety, encouraging students to make smart choices Courtesy Photo

Grants Fire and Rescue Chief Maes speaks to AVID and driver’s education students at Grants High School during First Responder Appreciation Week. Chief Maes shared insights about his firefighting career and the importance of DWI safety, encouraging students to make smart choices Courtesy Photo

Grants Fire and Rescue Chief Maes speaks to AVID and driver’s education students

News Staff
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Grants Fire and Rescue Chief Maes speaks to AVID and driver’s education students at Grants High School during First Responder Appreciation Week. Chief Maes shared insights about his firefighting career and the importance of DWI safety, encouraging students to make smart choices

Third Quarter Honor Roll

News Staff
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Bluewater Elementary 3rd Quarter 3rd GradeCampos, Josiah J.Davis, Tate L. Garcia, Eli P. James, Beau Lolito, Lorenzo R. Mariano, Ariah R. Spencer, Addison R.Swick, Kylie M. Taylor, Nova R. Walker, Alexander J.Yellowhair, Kiel H.4th GradeBegay, Zelda R Grover, Theron S. Haight, Chase M.
Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham sits for an official portrait inside her office at the Roundhouse. Her administration oversaw the passage of 160 new laws during the 2025 legislative session, while also navigating a monthslong controversy over the vacant House District 6 seat. Courtesy Photo

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham sits for an official portrait inside her office at the Roundhouse. Her administration oversaw the passage of 160 new laws during the 2025 legislative session, while also navigating a monthslong controversy over the vacant House District 6 seat. Courtesy Photo

2025 Legislative Session Ends Amid Political Reckoning in Cibola

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
SANTA FE, N.M. — The 2025 New Mexico Legislative Session has officially ended, and with it, the political chaos that left House District 6 vacant for over three months.In total, 160 bills were signed into law, 17 were vetoed, and 12 were pocket vetoed.

Community Awareness

News Staff
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Alice in Wonderland Goes to the Circus April 23, 6-7:30 p.m., 1100 Mt Taylor Avenue in Grants Join Los Alamitos for a night of poetry and surprises.
Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week

News Staff
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Candy is playful, super chill, great with other dogs and current on her canine shots. She's a 1-year and 8month-old American blue heeler mix. She's a medium sized dog and looking for her home.
Lane Widner Courtesy Photo

Lane Widner Courtesy Photo

Superintendent’s Contract

Amerika Rougemont, Reporter
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Grants/Cibola County Schools has created a new superintendent’s contract for Superintendent Lane Widner’s second term. This contact will be effective starting July 1, 2025 and will end on June 30, 2026.
Pvt. SamAntonio ofAcoma Pueblo pictured in uniform atop a military motorcycle during his service with the U.S. Army’s 200th Coast Artillery. Antonio was deployed to the Philippines just before World War II broke out, where he survived combat, capture, and three years as a prisoner of war. Courtesy Photo

Pvt. SamAntonio ofAcoma Pueblo pictured in uniform atop a military motorcycle during his service with the U.S. Army’s 200th Coast Artillery. Antonio was deployed to the Philippines just before World War II broke out, where he survived combat, capture, and three years as a prisoner of war. Courtesy Photo

The War He Carried Home

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. — In the shadow of Mount Taylor, at the mouth of Lobo Canyon, sits a modest home where, after years of war, imprisonment, and survival, Sam Antonio — a son of Acoma Pueblo — came home to live out his days. He rarely spoke of what he had endured.