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A red, white and blue wreath designed by Grants FFA members stands beside the American flag inside the Double Six Art Gallery during a Veterans Day luncheon honoring local service members. Courtesy Photo

A red, white and blue wreath designed by Grants FFA members stands beside the American flag inside the Double Six Art Gallery during a Veterans Day luncheon honoring local service members. Courtesy Photo

Cibola County Honors Veterans

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
GRANTS, N.M. – Cibola County paused at 11:11 a.m. on Veterans Day to honor the men and women who have served in the U.S. armed forces, gathering along Route 66 and downtown Grants for ceremonies, fellowship, and reflection.

For the Record

News Staff
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
In the Oct. 30 edition of the Cibola Citizen, the Village of Milan article misstated two details. The current Municipal Judge is William Cunningham, who was appointed following Judge Jaramillo’s resignation.
FHLB Dallas awarded $1 million from the Native American Housing Opportunities Fund through its member Homewise to four New Mexico tribal entities for affordable housing initiatives. Courtesy Photo

FHLB Dallas awarded $1 million from the Native American Housing Opportunities Fund through its member Homewise to four New Mexico tribal entities for affordable housing initiatives. Courtesy Photo

FHLB Dallas and Homewise Award $1M to Boost New Mexico Affordable Housing

Jo Trizila, Fhlbd
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
Grants to Benefit Four Tribal Entities ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., - October 30, 2025— The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) and Homewise announced $1 million in grants to support affordable housing for New Mexico families during a ceremonial check presentation today in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Missing Person

Missing Person

Missing Person

Amerika Rougemont, Reporter
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. - 15-year-old Eric Garcia-Chavez was last seen on October 26th, 2025. He has a tattoo with the name “Chavez” on his left forearm and may have shaved his head.
Police Officers Join Local Students for Halloween Fun

Police Officers Join Local Students for Halloween Fun

Police Officers Join Local Students for Halloween Fun

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
The City of Grants Police Department joined children for two community events last week. On Wednesday, Oct. 29, officers visited Grants Head Start for a Halloween celebration with students and staff. The following day, Oct. 30, they took part in the annual Pancake with Heroes breakfast at Mt.
Diego Lopez - CC Map of the City of Grants Council Districts, where voters in District 1 (yellow) and District 3 (green) elected new city council representatives during Tuesday’s Regular Local Election. District 1 covers the city’s northeast neighborhoods, while District 3 includes the southeast and Golf Course areas. As of press time, District 1 was too close to call. Fred Rodarte retained his seat in District 3.

Diego Lopez - CC Map of the City of Grants Council Districts, where voters in District 1 (yellow) and District 3 (green) elected new city council representatives during Tuesday’s Regular Local Election. District 1 covers the city’s northeast neighborhoods, while District 3 includes the southeast and Golf Course areas. As of press time, District 1 was too close to call. Fred Rodarte retained his seat in District 3.

Election Results 2025

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
Editor’s Note: This article was written at 9:20 p.m. on November 4 and was based off the most accurate information available at the time. Some ballot numbers will change, that is especially likely in the Village of Milan Trustee contest which was incredibly close as of press time.CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M.