State Urges Residents to Protect Homes amid Elevated Wildfire Risk

SANTA FE, N.M. – With New Mexico entering what state officials are calling an exceptionally dry fire season, the state Forestry Division is urging homeowners to take steps to protect their properties and their insurance coverage before fire season peaks this summer.

To’Hajiilee Man Faces Federal Charges After Two Navajo Nation Police Officers Wounded in Shooting

TO’HAJIILEE, N.M. – A To’Hajiilee man is facing federal charges after authorities say two Navajo Nation Police Department officers were wounded during a March 6 law enforcement response to reports of gunfire near a residence in To’Hajiilee, New Mexico.

City Council Discusses Various Projects

GRANTS, N.M. - The Grants city council held a meeting on March 18, which convened for a little over 4 hours. During this meeting, burns and recent cleanup projects were discussed, approvals were made, and ideas for the future development of property next to the Library were considered.

U.S. Extends Iran Deal Deadline as Strikes Continue and Missile Attacks Persist Across the Region

GRANTS, N.M. – The United States has extended a new deadline for Iran to reach an agreement with Washington to March 27, even as U.S. and Israeli forces continue airstrikes inside Iran and Iran continues launching missile and drone attacks at Israel and U.S.

Grants Parks Close at Sunset Following Recent Incidents

GRANTS, N.M. – In response to a series of alarming incidents in our community, Grants Parks have been mandated to close at sunset, a decision communicated by Grants Police Chief Maxine Monte during a recent city council meeting.

Bright Beginnings: Unveiling the Talents of Tomorrow’s Garden

– In celebration of the theme “Growing Bright, Blooming Right,” Mesa View Elementary School hosted the Annual District Kindergarten Festival of Talents on March 12, 2026.

Wayfinding

Since moving to Grants, this was my second time attending the local and regional awards nights of the annual science fairs. Last year I was amazed by how the Grants High School Auditorium was filled with young scientists, families, and teachers, all gathered to celebrate curiosity and creativity.

Candidate for County Commission Seeks Address Confidentiality, Prompts Clarification

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – After the Cibola Citizen published its filingday roundup last week, with a list of the candidates for local offices and where the Secretary of State’s office says they get their mail, a candidate who qualified to be on June’s ballot disputed his reported home address.

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.

Burn Bans Issued Across Cibola County amidCriticalFireWeather,OngoingDrought

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – Multiple burn restrictions have been announced across Cibola County as local officials warn that dry conditions, gusty winds and persistent drought are creating a heightened wildfire risk.The Village of Milan has implemented a temporary burn ban until further notice.