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Election Information

Diego Lopez Reporter
Wednesday, June 8, 2022
On June 7, New Mexico went to the polls for the primary election that will give Cibola County a clear view of which candidates will be competing against each other for elected office. Because the results were not released by press time, election updates will be posted on CibolaCitizen.
Theresa Becenti Aguilar

Theresa Becenti Aguilar

PRC COMMISSIONER BECENTI-AGUILAR SELECTED TO BE A SPEAKER AT

Press Release
Wednesday, June 8, 2022
SANTA FE, NM — After all the hard work for many years for New Mexico Public Regulation Commission (PRC), Commissioner Becenti-Aguilar will be honored at a traditional Hawaiian blessing ceremony, performed by a Kahu (honored attendant) starting Sunday, June 5, 2022.
KOC Donates to Special Olymics

KOC Donates to Special Olymics

KOC Donates to Special Olymics

News Staff
Wednesday, June 8, 2022
The Cibola County chapter of the Knights of Columbus donated $1,000 to Special Olympics to support the local New Mexican team in their athleticism at the Special Olympics in Florida.
CCFDW hosts “Get Out to Vote” Event

CCFDW hosts “Get Out to Vote” Event

CCFDW hosts “Get Out to Vote” Event

Press Release
Wednesday, June 8, 2022
The Cibola County Federation of Democratic Women held an event on June 4 that was a Family Fun Day with a Meet and Greet your Local and Statewide Candidates. To promote a Get out to Vote Campaign on the last day of Early Voting.
Cibola County COVID-19

Cibola County COVID-19

Cibola County COVID-19

News Staff
Wednesday, June 8, 2022
Stats as of June 6 7,467 Total cases 428 Active cases 195 Deaths 68% Increase in 14-Day change rate 19,495 Residents with one vaccine shot 16,266 Residents fully vaccinated The CDC says COVID transmission in Cibola County is MEDIUM. Data suggests cases are undercounted.
Black Cap Bandit Robs Wells Fargo

Black Cap Bandit Robs Wells Fargo

Black Cap Bandit Robs Wells Fargo

Diego Lopez, Reporter
Wednesday, June 8, 2022
GRANTS, N.M. Exactly a month apart from the first robbery, Wells Fargo on First Street in Grants, New Mexico, has been robbed. The robbery occurred on June 6 at 2:22 p.m., the bandit pulled a handgun and demanded money from the bank teller.
Milan Police Chief Carl Ustupski (left) and Walmart Store Manager James Hankins (right) prepare for checkout after MPD partnered with Walmart to update Milan’s youth tee-ball league’s equipment, including helmets, tees, bats, and balls. Read more about this community event on Page A7. Courtesy Photo — Carl Ustupski

Milan Police Chief Carl Ustupski (left) and Walmart Store Manager James Hankins (right) prepare for checkout after MPD partnered with Walmart to update Milan’s youth tee-ball league’s equipment, including helmets, tees, bats, and balls. Read more about this community event on Page A7. Courtesy Photo — Carl Ustupski

City of Grants Passes Firework Restrictions

Diego Lopez, Reporter
Wednesday, June 8, 2022
GRANTS, N.M. – Cibola County is experiencing its 17th driest year in the 175 years of drought tracking in the county. Fire danger is at an extreme high, and before the peak of fire season, New Mexico has experienced the largest wildfire in state history this year.