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Calling World War II Veterans of Cibola County

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
is embarking on a special series to honor the brave men and women from our community who served during World War II.As time marches on, it becomes ever more important to preserve the stories of those who defended freedom and democracy during one of history’s most pivotal moments.If you are a World...
Surrounded by lawmakers, veterans, and advocates, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham holds signed copies of House Bill 47 and House Bill 161, expanding property tax exemptions and granting free state park access to veterans. The new laws, signed on March 20, 2025, mark a significant step in honoring New Mexico’s veterans and were championed in part by the late Rep. Eliseo “Lee” Alcon. Courtesy Photo

Surrounded by lawmakers, veterans, and advocates, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham holds signed copies of House Bill 47 and House Bill 161, expanding property tax exemptions and granting free state park access to veterans. The new laws, signed on March 20, 2025, mark a significant step in honoring New Mexico’s veterans and were championed in part by the late Rep. Eliseo “Lee” Alcon. Courtesy Photo

Governor Signs Veteran Support Bills Alcon Championed

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
GRANTS, N.M. – Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has signed two landmark pieces of legislation aimed at improving the lives of New Mexico’s veterans—both of which carry the enduring imprint of the late Representative Eliseo “Lee” Alcon.In a press event held Thursday in Santa Fe, the governor signed...

State alerts New Mexico residents of dust storm health risks

Nmhealth
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Environment Department and the Department of Health are advising residents statewide about potential health risks associated with dust storms, with particular emphasis for those living in Doña Ana and Luna Counties.A combination of weather conditions, natural environment...

Community Awareness

News Staff
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Law Enforcement Responds to Possible Threat Near SchoolsOn March 25, Grants Police, Milan Police, and Cibola Sheriff’s Office were alerted to an indirect threat involving comments about school shootings made by an unknown male near Riverwalk Park.The incident was reported by Grants Cibola County...
Scores at GCCS Shows Slight Rise, All Below 60 Percent

Scores at GCCS Shows Slight Rise, All Below 60 Percent

Scores at GCCS Shows Slight Rise, All Below 60 Percent

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
GRANTS, N.M. — With the 2024–2025 academic year nearing its final months, data shared with the Cibola Citizen reveals that Grants Cibola County Schools are making modest but measurable gains in student performance across the district.From kindergarten to high school, proficiency rates in reading...

New Mexico Legislature Wraps 2025 Lawmaking Session

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
SANTA FE — The 2025 New Mexico Legislative Session ended under a cloud of controversy, political dysfunction, and unresolved public safety concerns.For Cibola County, this session was both consequential and frustrating—marked by an unprecedented political crisis, multiple stalled or unfinished...