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Yvette Herrell wins N.M. 2nd Congressional District seat

Press Release
Wednesday, November 11, 2020
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — New Mexicans in the 2nd Congressional District sent a strong message on election night, declaring Yvette Herrell the winner with election returns showing she defeated Rep. Torres Small with 54 percent of the vote to Torres Small’s 46 percent.

Tips for writing an obituary obituary

News Staff
Wednesday, November 11, 2020
Do not feel obliged to include cause of death. While acquaintances who first learn of a person’s death via an obituary may be curious about cause of death, loved ones of the deceased do not have to include such information if they are uncomfortable doing so.
Grants Mayor Martin “Modey” Hicks and Councilman Eric Garcia exchange words following the mayors announcement to the public that the city has filed an injunction against him. Scott Ford - CC

Grants Mayor Martin “Modey” Hicks and Councilman Eric Garcia exchange words following the mayors announcement to the public that the city has filed an injunction against him. Scott Ford - CC

City files injunction against mayor

Scott Ford Managing Editor
Wednesday, November 11, 2020
GRANTS, N.M. - The City of Grants, through its governing body, has filed an injunction against Mayor Martin “Modey” Hicks. The City is seeking a complaint for declaratory judgment, preliminary injunctions, and permanent injunction. The City, through its legal counsel of Wade L. Jackson, Susan M.

Big elections, small changes

Diego Lopez Reporter
Wednesday, November 11, 2020
CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. On November 3 citizens across Cibola County expressed their voice to make changes to the fundamental way the federal government operates. Citizens elected two new delegates to represent New Mexico in Congress, a new United States Senator, and a new United States Representative.
The Cibola General Hospital is experiencing cash issues due to operational expenses due to the pandemic. File photo - CC

The Cibola General Hospital is experiencing cash issues due to operational expenses due to the pandemic. File photo - CC

Hospital reports ongoing revenue loss

Rosanne Boyett Reporter
Wednesday, November 11, 2020
GRANTS, N.M. — Negative revenue numbers have affected Cibola General Hospital finances since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Jim Hermes, interim chief financial officer, reported pre-COVID average monthly net patient revenues were expected to be $2,378,000 for March through September.
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`Chile Peppers: A Global History’

Rosanne Boyett Reporter
Wednesday, November 4, 2020
Title: “Chile Peppers: A Global History” Author: Dave DeWitt Paperback: 7-inches by 10-inches, 376 pages with 152 color photos Published: September 2020 Publisher: University New Mexico Press, www.unmpress.com ISBN: 978-0-8263-6180-6 There are more than 50,000 different types of peppers.

Cruzzin’ Cibola

Donn Webb Special To The Citizen
Wednesday, November 4, 2020
This is a great time to rest, think, and decide what is most important in your life. Don’t rush into anything — simply stop, take time for yourself, maybe write down the things that really are most important. It might be a good idea to update this list every couple of weeks or so.