Marriages and Divorces in Cibola County – February 2026

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – February, a month closely associated with love and commitment, brought new unions for couples in Cibola County while also marking important transitions for others.

Cibola Drought Monitor – March 2026

County remains 100% in drought as late-winter precipitation collapses, temperatures run hot, and Zuni snowpack disappears heading into spring CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – Three months into 2026, Cibola County’s drought story is becoming clearer – and more concerning.The U.S.

A Change for the Cibola Citizen, But Not the End Closing Our Office But Not Your Newspaper

The Cibola Citizen wants to share an important update with our readers and our community.As many of you know, 2025 was a difficult year for our newspaper. Like so many small, independent publications across the country, we have faced real financial challenges.

Affordable PoliticalAd Packages for the June 2 Primary

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – With several crowded races already forming in Cibola County and across New Mexico, the June 2 primary election is approaching fast.

Cibola County June Primary Ballot Takes Shape as Candidates are Certified

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – Cibola County voters now have a clearer picture of what to expect on the June primary ballot after the New Mexico Secretary of State’s Office released an updated list of candidates who have qualified for local and legislative races following Filing Day.

Denise Hanson Named Director of Cibola County Economic Development

CIBOLA COUNTY – Denise Hanson has been named the new Director of Cibola County Economic Development, marking a new chapter in regional collaboration and growth initiatives across the county.

Indictments Filed in Cibola County

Amerika Rougemont, ReporterJohnathan Urbina, born in 1992, has been indicted on the charges of Criminal Sexual Penetration in the First Degree Child Under 13 (first degree felony), seven counts of Criminal Sexual Contact of a Minor in the Second Degree - Child Under 13 (second degree felonies), and...

Southwest Yard & Garden Column & Blog

Critter Mysteries: Yellowjackets and Cottonwood Leaf Beetles QUESTION: We have a nest of what appears to be very busy yellowjackets on our property. We experienced a recent hard freeze and some snow, and the soil in my raised beds is frozen solid.