New Forest Service Chief Faces Fallout from Mass Firings, Cibola County Among Hardest Hit

CIBOLACOUNTY— The U.S. Forest Service is under new leadership as Tom Schultz steps into his role as Chief amid growing controversy over mass layoffs that have impacted public land management nationwide, including in Cibola County.

March is Arbor Month in New Mexico

Public entities can get climate ready trees to beautify and protect urban areasSANTA FE – March is Arbor Month in New Mexico, with Arbor Day observed on March 7; a time to celebrate the essential role trees play in our community.

Cibola County’s 2025 Drought Crisis

CIBOLA COUNTY Drought conditions in Cibola County have reached a critical level, with data showing rapid deterioration over the past two months, putting livestock, property, and life at risk.

Grand Jury Indicts Jaquari Porter, Suspected of Shooting Cibola Sheriffs, Case Moves Forward

GRANTS, N.M. – The case against Jaquari Hezakiyah Porter, the suspect involved in the February 1 officer-involved shooting on I-40, has advanced following a grand jury indictment in Grants District Court. Porter now faces formal felony charges as the case moves closer to trial.

Milan Volunteer Fire Fighters Train

Diego Lopez, EditorMilan Fire Department volunteer firefighters, junior support firefighters, and new recruits sharpen their skills by revisiting the fundamentals of ropes and knots during a recent training session.

US Attorney for New Mexico Resigns Amid Reshuffle of Jutice Department Officials

CIBOLA COUNTY – U.S. Attorney for New Mexico Alexander Uballez has stepped down following a directive from President Donald Trump to remove all remaining U.S. Attorneys appointed during the Biden administration. His departure is part of a broader transition at the U.S.

Cibola’s Legislative Wrap-Up: March 6 – March 12

SANTA FE, N.M. – With just ten days remaining in the 2025 New Mexico Legislative Session, the pressure is mounting as lawmakers race to finalize key legislation before the March 22 adjournment.

Social Security Addressing Aged Records

The Social Security Administration (SSA) today shared its significant progress in identifying and correcting beneficiary records of people 100 years old or older. The data reported in the media represent people who do not have a date of death associated with their record.

Community Events

Lunar Eclipse Visible Over Grants Thursday NightPartial begins at 11:09 PM MT, totality from 12:26– 1:31 AM MT, ending by 4:00 AM MT. Don’t miss this celestial event!

Pet of the Week

This week’s Pet of the week is a sweet girl named Tiana, a 1.5 year old female. She has a long smooth coat with a docked tail and currently vaccinated and dewormed. She isn’t spayed yet, but an appointment will fix that. She's super sweet, super clean, and super mellow and loveable.