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Michael Street Fire

Michael Street Fire

Michael Street Fire

Diego Lopez, Reporter
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
GRANTS, N.M. – In the early morning of February 8, Grants Fire and Rescue was called to put out a housefire in Mt. Taylor Addition in Grants, New Mexico. The fire, on 132 Michael Street, fully engulfed the residence and left the building charred.
COVID-19 in Cibola Trough January

COVID-19 in Cibola Trough January

COVID-19 in Cibola Trough January

Diego Lopez, Reporter
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
COVID-19 claimed the life of another Cibola County resident in January. While COVID-19 remains deadly, the US Centers for Disease Control say that wearing masks when in socially crowded areas and social distancing are the best ways to prevent catching the disease.
Faith Mosley - CC Gabe Molina

Faith Mosley - CC Gabe Molina

Postcard from Milan

Faith Mosley, Reporter
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
It’s a cold, early morning, and Gabe Molina drives slowly through the streets of Milan. Real slow. We pass two longhorn steers basking in the sun in front of a red barn. “You gotta have a permit for those, and he does.

1 of 3 steps to simplify tax prep so you can file on time

News Staff
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
Spring is noted for the sense of rejuvenation it inspires when temperatures warm up and flowers begin to bloom. But in the United States, the onset of spring is followed shortly thereafter by tax season, which typically generates entirely different feelings than the first sight of spring blooms.
Craig Gergen - CC The Pipes Department was recognized during the January 25 City Council Meeting for their hard work and dedication to keeping the water system going. They are on call, work long hours, and work in inclement weather. From left to right - Mike Childs, Jessie Ramirez, and Jorge Mendez.

Craig Gergen - CC The Pipes Department was recognized during the January 25 City Council Meeting for their hard work and dedication to keeping the water system going. They are on call, work long hours, and work in inclement weather. From left to right - Mike Childs, Jessie Ramirez, and Jorge Mendez.

City Council Meeting: Appointments and Wastewater Bonds

Craig Gergen, Reporter
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
After a brief recess, the Grants City Council reconvened on Jan. 25 for appointments, wastewater bonds, budget update, and recognitions. The second half of the city council meeting saw the approval of Sean Erice to the Cemetery Board for a two-year appointment.

Arrests

News Staff
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
Grants Police Department January 31 Ryan Sardo, born in 1994: Warrant District Courts James Key, born in 1997: DUI/DWI Bonnie Edsitty, born in 1979: Disturbing the peace February 1 Kenneth Barbone, born in 1973: Drunk or disorderly February 3 Thomas Sanchez, born in 1959: Agg.
Diego Lopez - CC This medical helicopter took off from the helipad just outside of Cibola General Hospital around 9 a.m. on January 25. Moving the shrubbery and trees around with its fast-moving blades, the helicopter ascended vertically before taking off with barely a noise.

Diego Lopez - CC This medical helicopter took off from the helipad just outside of Cibola General Hospital around 9 a.m. on January 25. Moving the shrubbery and trees around with its fast-moving blades, the helicopter ascended vertically before taking off with barely a noise.

Milan Firefighter Earns EMT Certification

News Staff
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
Congratulations to Volunteer Firefighter Tiffany McCoy. In less than a year, Tiffany has obtained her EMT-Basic, and didn’t stop there! She recently completed, passed, and is now a licensed EMT-Intermediate. Great job Tiffany! Milan Fire Department is proud of you.