News

Grand Jury Indicts Jaquari Porter, Suspected of Shooting Cibola Sheriffs, Case Moves Forward

Diego Lopez, Editor

Wednesday, March 12, 2025

GRANTS, N.M. – The case against Jaquari Hezakiyah Porter, the suspect involved in the February 1 officer-involved shooting on I-40, has advanced following a grand jury indictment in Grants District Court. Porter now faces formal felony charges as the case moves closer to trial.

Milan Volunteer Fire Fighters Train

News Staff

Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Diego Lopez, EditorMilan Fire Department volunteer firefighters, junior support firefighters, and new recruits sharpen their skills by revisiting the fundamentals of ropes and knots during a recent training session.

US Attorney for New Mexico Resigns Amid Reshuffle of Jutice Department Officials

Diego Lopez, Editor

Wednesday, March 12, 2025

CIBOLA COUNTY – U.S. Attorney for New Mexico Alexander Uballez has stepped down following a directive from President Donald Trump to remove all remaining U.S. Attorneys appointed during the Biden administration. His departure is part of a broader transition at the U.S.

Cibola’s Legislative Wrap-Up: March 6 – March 12

Diego Lopez, Editor

Wednesday, March 12, 2025

SANTA FE, N.M. – With just ten days remaining in the 2025 New Mexico Legislative Session, the pressure is mounting as lawmakers race to finalize key legislation before the March 22 adjournment.

Social Security Addressing Aged Records

Ssa Press

Wednesday, March 12, 2025

The Social Security Administration (SSA) today shared its significant progress in identifying and correcting beneficiary records of people 100 years old or older. The data reported in the media represent people who do not have a date of death associated with their record.

Community Events

Fentanyl Awareness Event - Grants Recreation

Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Lunar Eclipse Visible Over Grants Thursday NightPartial begins at 11:09 PM MT, totality from 12:26– 1:31 AM MT, ending by 4:00 AM MT. Don’t miss this celestial event!

GrantsAnimal Care Center 722 Sakelares Boulevard

Pet of the Week

News Staff

Wednesday, March 12, 2025

This week’s Pet of the week is a sweet girl named Tiana, a 1.5 year old female. She has a long smooth coat with a docked tail and currently vaccinated and dewormed. She isn’t spayed yet, but an appointment will fix that. She's super sweet, super clean, and super mellow and loveable.

A Grants Fire & Rescue ladder truck rolls through a local parade, showcasing the department’s emergency response capabilities. As drought conditions heighten fire risks in Cibola County, local fire departments are emphasizing preparedness, interagency cooperation, and community fire safety measures as a shortage of volunteer firefighters grows in the area. Courtesy of GFR

Cibola County Fire Departments Bolster Preparedness Amid Rising Drought Concerns

News Staff

Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Diego Lopez, EditorCIBOLA COUNTY – As drought conditions intensify across Cibola County, local fire departments are reinforcing their preparedness efforts to mitigate wildfire risks and protect communities.

Bill Which Could End ICE Detention in Cibola Passes House, 35-25, Stirs Job Loss Anxiety

Diego Lopez, Editor

Wednesday, March 12, 2025

SANTA FE — A bill that passed the New Mexico House of Representatives 35-25 last Friday has the ability to cancel Cibola County’s contract with ICE to allow illegal immigrants to be detained at the Cibola County Correctional Center.

Construction Challenges, Teacher Recognitions, and FFA Achievements at GCCS

Amerika Rougemont, Reporter

Wednesday, March 12, 2025

On the 18th of February, the Grants School Board held a regular school board meeting lasting nearly three hours. During this meeting there were discussions concerning achievements, progress, and issues.