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El Malpais National Monument to host Spooky Star Party

Press Release
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
GRANTS, NM - El Malpais National Monument will host a Spooky Star Party on Thursday, October 31, 2024. Drop by the El Malpais Visitor Center any time between 7:30 pm and 9:30 pm to learn about the night sky and how you can help the National Park Service protect our dark skies.

It’s Okay to Grieve

Cibola Citizen Staff
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
The loss of a family member is one of the most difficult and challenging experiences a person can go throughintheirlifetime.Copingwith the grief and emotional pain can be a long and difficult process, but there are steps you can take to help you through this difficult time.
El Malpais National Monument Park Ranger, Carly Monnin displays illustrations of volcanic ecosystems and biodiversity. Kathryn Marmon - CC

El Malpais National Monument Park Ranger, Carly Monnin displays illustrations of volcanic ecosystems and biodiversity. Kathryn Marmon - CC

Volcanos Never Get Old

Kathryn Marmon, Reporter
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
GRANTS, NEW MEXICO – A second showing of “Sleeping Monsters, Sacred Fires: Volcanos of New Mexico” on October 11, was as exciting and informative as the first time. The audience of volcano lovers was personally involved.
Grants High School students were in awe as they were told how they earned tickets to a performance of the Broadway show Clue. Diego Lopez - CC

Grants High School students were in awe as they were told how they earned tickets to a performance of the Broadway show Clue. Diego Lopez - CC

Drama Students Earn Exclusive Broadway Opportunity

Diego Lopez, Reporter
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Grants High School's Drama students have been honored with an exciting opportunity to attend a Broadway show at Popejoy Hall in Albuquerque as part of the “Broadway for Teens” initiative.
Pet of the Week Meet Mama Rose

Pet of the Week Meet Mama Rose

Pet of the Week Meet Mama Rose

News Staff
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
This week's Pet of the week is an adorable bridle shepherd mix spayed female named Mama Rose. She’s up to date on her rabies and other shots and ready for a loving, eventful, preferably one-dog home with caring parents. She’s quiet, extremely clean, great with kids and super lovable

Community Events

News Staff
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Join the Village of Milan's Annual Pumpkin Patch at Kearns Baseball Field on October 26 at 12 p.m. Kids 12 and under get a free pumpkin, there will be a costume contest, obstacle course, face painting and more.
Group of Jeepsters, 2nd roll of dice & card draw at FR50. Photo by Roger Siegmann

Group of Jeepsters, 2nd roll of dice & card draw at FR50. Photo by Roger Siegmann

Second Annual Zuni Mt. / Mt. Taylor Willys Jeep Roundup

Roger Siegmann
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
This past Saturday October 12, Evelyn and I hosted our Second Annual Zuni Mt./Mt. Taylor Willys Jeep Roundup. Since last year I had crafted new inside-door panels on the old 1960 Willys wagon as well as new alternator brackets.
The Race for County Commission District 4

The Race for County Commission District 4

The Race for County Commission District 4

Diego Lopez, Reporter
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Charles Lundstrom, a lifelong resident of Cibola County, is seeking to bring his extensive experience in both public service and education to the role of County Commissioner for District 4.Born and raised in the heart of Cibola County, Lundstrom’s roots run deep in the community.
Joseph Tanner Windhorst Courtesy Photo

Joseph Tanner Windhorst Courtesy Photo

Republican Challenger Joseph Tanner Windhorst

Diego Lopez, Reporter
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Editor’s Note: The Cibola Citizen had gone out of its way, even extending deadlines for Republican Challenger Joseph Tanner Windhorst for both the 2024 Voter’s Guide and this article. The Democrat Lundstrom met all his deadlines.