Lifestyle

Cibola’s Brenda Simpson Honored by Society for Range Management with Outstanding Achievement Award

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SPARKS, NEVADA – Brenda Simpson received the Outstanding Achievement in Land Stewardship Award at the Society for Range Management’s 77th Annual Meeting in Sparks, Nevada last week. The Award is presented by the Society for Range Management for outstanding achievement to members and other qualified individuals and groups working with rangelands.

Community Calendar

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COMMUNITYALERT Road Closure, City of Grants: There will be a road closure of Iron Ave. from Warren to Santa Fe Ave., including the Iron/High St. intersection, starting on Monday, February 19th, 2024 for 2 to 3 weeks for utility work. Residents of Iron and Hill St. will have access from Warren Ave. Please contact the City of Grants Special Projects office at 505-290-3722 for more information.

Yellowstone Actor Forrie J. Smith Inspires Navajo Technical University Rodeo Team

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Crownpoint, NM, February 2, 2024 - Navajo Technical University's (NTU) Rodeo Team hosted Forrie J. Smith, a renowned actor from the TV series 'Yellowstone,' to speak to them about rodeo riding. Forrie shared his experiences with the riders, offering valuable insights into the world of rodeo and the dedication required to succeed. The inspiring talk was well-received by the enthusiastic riders and was an excellent opportunity for them to learn from an experienced professional.

Overhauling High School Graduation Requirements

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New Mexico passed a new law, House Bill 171, a comprehensive overhaul of high school graduation requirements aimed at modernizing curriculum standards and providing greater flexibility for students. The bill – signed into law by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham on February 9 – represents a significant departure from previous graduation criteria and reflects a bipartisan collaborative effort between legislators, education officials, and the governor’s office.

Sharing Hearts and Touching Lives

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A couple of weeks ago, my wife Evelyn and I were reminiscing about last December’s “Brush Strokes of Christmas Magic” children’s window painting program and the joy it brought to both the community and the children involved. We smiled as we talked of the lives and hearts that were touched by it.

Romance Scam Alert Issued in New Mexico Ahead of Valentine’s Day

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As New Mexicans prepare to celebrate Valentine's Day, state officials are cautioning against the potential heartbreak of falling victim to romance scams prevalent on online dating platforms. The New Mexico Securities Division has issued a warning highlighting the risks associated with online dating sites, urging consumers to be vigilant against scammers who exploit emotions to manipulate and steal from unsuspecting victims.

Showing You Care

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A Valentine Day event that shows how the Cibola Arts Council cares about their community was the Valentine’s Peg-Board activity on Friday, February 9. Participant, Brendan Rodarte, worked on his peg-board to see if he could do a good job. He met the challenge and was rewarded with a lovely gift for some lovely valentine.

LAVENDER

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Have you seen a field of lavender and smelled its fragrance in the air? It is a memory that can bring the sensations of summer to the coldest winter day. Lavender is a tough, drought tolerant plant and should grow well here but I, along with a number of other people have failed at this simple task. Until now.