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Cibola Fishing Report – November 25–31

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
BLUEWATER LAKE, N.M. – The Thanksgiving stretch at Bluewater Lake was a quiet one, with no new angler reports coming in as November came to a close.The most recent fishing update remains from earlier in the month, when, on Nov. 6, catfish were described as biting SLOW to FAIR on chicken liver near...

Cibola Fishing Report – November 19–24

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
BLUEWATER LAKE, N.M. – As late November settles into Cibola County, Bluewater Lake continues its quiet transition toward winter conditions.The most recent angler update, received earlier in the month on Nov. 6, still reflects the overall picture at the lake: fishing for catfish has been SLOW to...
T-Bones Gym Owners Step on Bodybuilding Stage After 125-Pound Transformation

T-Bones Gym Owners Step on Bodybuilding Stage After 125-Pound Transformation

T-Bones Gym Owners Step on Bodybuilding Stage After 125-Pound Transformation

Diego Lopez, Reporter
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
GRANTS, N.M. – TBones Gym owner Carrie Talley and her husband Julian Armijo marked a major milestone this fall, entering their first bodybuilding competition after losing a combined 125 pounds since early 2024.Talley reported she is down 70 pounds from her highest weight, while Armijo has lost 55...
Cody Melonas,7, with a catch in the 2nd quarter that later in that same drive led to a touchdown by Melonas. That touchdown was the only score for the Pirates in the 48-7 loss to St. Pius in the quarterfinals of the 4A state championships.

Cody Melonas,7, with a catch in the 2nd quarter that later in that same drive led to a touchdown by Melonas. That touchdown was the only score for the Pirates in the 48-7 loss to St. Pius in the quarterfinals of the 4A state championships.

Pirates Unable to Overcome Sartans

Franklin Romero, Sports Correspondent
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
GRANTS, N.M. - A memorable Pirate football season ended last week under the Friday night lights of Nusenda Community Stadium as the Pirates succumbed to the second ranked St. Pius Sartans 48-7.Six different Sartans scored touchdowns chalking up 21 points in the first quarter and another 21 points...
Congratulations to Laguna’s own Brianna Filmer! We’re proud to share that Brianna will be continuing her softball career after officially committing to El Paso Community College. Her hard work, dedication, and love for the game have opened the door to this next chapter, and we couldn’t be more excited for her future. Best of luck, Brianna — go make us proud! Courtesy Photo

Congratulations to Laguna’s own Brianna Filmer! We’re proud to share that Brianna will be continuing her softball career after officially committing to El Paso Community College. Her hard work, dedication, and love for the game have opened the door to this next chapter, and we couldn’t be more excited for her future. Best of luck, Brianna — go make us proud! Courtesy Photo

Congratulations to Laguna’s own Brianna Filmer

News Staff
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Congratulations to Laguna’s own Brianna Filmer
Athlete of the Week

Athlete of the Week

Athlete of the Week

News Staff
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
This week's Athletes of the Week are the Grants High School Football Seniors, who were instrumental in the success that the team had this season. The Pirate seniors provided leadership, motivation and determination that was essential in their playoff run.

Cibola Fishing Report – November 11–18

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
BLUEWATER LAKE, N.M. – Late fall has settled in at Bluewater Lake, and fishing has slowed a bit as water levels continue their gradual drop.The most recent New Mexico Game & Fish report, from Nov. 6, noted SLOW to FAIR catfish action for anglers using chicken liver near the dam.