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Camel Corps Returns to El Morro National Monument

Camel Corps Returns to El Morro National Monument

Camel Corps Returns to El Morro National Monument

News Staff
Wednesday, August 31, 2022
Press Release Through the efforts of the National Park Service and the sponsorship of Western National Parks Association, El Morro National Monument is bringing the United States Camel Corps back to life. In 1857, one of the strangest expeditions ever passed by the towering cliff face of El Morro.
Bountiful Harvests

Bountiful Harvests

Bountiful Harvests

News Staff
Wednesday, August 31, 2022
By: Edith Iwan, Cibola-McKinley County Master Gardener With all the rain we have had this year the gardens and fruit trees have produced exceptionally well. Most people have friends, relatives, or coworkers happy to take your extras.

Senior Citizen Weekly Lunch Menu and Activities

News Staff
Wednesday, August 31, 2022
Sept. 1 Chicken Tacos with Lettuce/ Tomato, Salsa, Ranch Beans, Lima Beans, Mandarin Oranges. Sept. 2 Fish and Chips, Creamy Coleslaw, Tartar Sauce, Buttered Peas, Cornbread, Lemon Pudding. Sept. 5 Closed for Labor Day Sept.
Brenda Curtright, Executive Director of the Grants Cibola County Chamber of Commerce Courtesy Photo

Brenda Curtright, Executive Director of the Grants Cibola County Chamber of Commerce Courtesy Photo

Rugged West to Bring Excitement to Cibola

News Staff
Wednesday, August 31, 2022
Diego Lopez, Reporter Cibola County residents have an event to look forward to this coming weekend. To celebrate the Labor Day Holiday, the Grants-Cibola County Chamber of Commerce is putting on a mostly free event that is sure to be fun for all ages.
Garrido Diaz

Garrido Diaz

Cibola County Correctional Center Under Fire

News Staff
Wednesday, August 31, 2022
Diego Lopez, Reporter MILAN, N.M. – A new, official complaint alleges serious misconduct at the Cibola County Correctional Center. This lawsuit focuses on the part of the prison which houses immigrant detainees from the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Cibola County COVID-19

Cibola County COVID-19

Cibola County COVID-19

News Staff
Wednesday, August 31, 2022
Stats as of August 29 8,430 Total cases 410 Active cases 203 Deaths 38% Increase in 14-Day change rate 19,657 Residents with one vaccine shot 16,421 Residents fully vaccinated The CDC says COVID transmission in Cibola County is Medium. Data suggests cases are undercounted.
Missile Defense Command The United States Army Space and Missile Defense Command supplied this photo from a Black Dagger missile launch at Fort Wingate back in March. The Army is launching another missile from the fort, preparations will include a temporary closure of the Mount Taylor Ranger District, hunters should plan accordingly so their hunt is not disrupted by the missile launch. Violating the closure of Mount Taylor may lead to a $5,000 fine, or jailtime. Courtesy Photo of US Army

Missile Defense Command The United States Army Space and Missile Defense Command supplied this photo from a Black Dagger missile launch at Fort Wingate back in March. The Army is launching another missile from the fort, preparations will include a temporary closure of the Mount Taylor Ranger District, hunters should plan accordingly so their hunt is not disrupted by the missile launch. Violating the closure of Mount Taylor may lead to a $5,000 fine, or jailtime. Courtesy Photo of US Army

Missile to launch from Fort Wingate

News Staff
Wednesday, August 31, 2022
Diego Lopez, Reporter GRANTS, N.M. – Effective as of August 30, until September 2 at 4 p.m., parts of the Mount Taylor Ranger District will be closed to the public as the federal government prepares to launch a missile from Fort Wingate.