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Independence Day Weekend Schedule of Events

News Staff

Wednesday, June 28, 2023

June 30: 7:00 p.m.: Miss New Mexico crowns Miss Cibola County 7:30 p.m.: Open Rodeo begins • Event winners will receive buckles July 1: 9:00 a.m.: 18 and under Timed Rodeo Event • Competitors range in age from 3 to 18 years old • Winners for each age group will receive saddles July 2: 11:00...

Milan Police Department Officer Nikolas Candelaria Receives Letter of Commendation for Involvement in The Capture of Six Alleged Terrorists

Arieanna Crowson, Reporter

Wednesday, June 28, 2023

MILAN, NM -- Officer Nikolas Candelaria was recently awarded a letter of commendation for his involvement in the capture of six alleged terrorists moving through the area. The letter was awarded to him from Chief of Police Carl Ustupski at the Board of Trustees Special meeting held on June 15.

A Hidden Gem in Cibola County - The Rockin’ 66 Express

Arieanna Crowson, Reporter

Wednesday, June 28, 2023

MILAN, NM – The Rockin’ 66 Express is a hidden gem in Cibola County that has been in operation since 2006.

CCSO Investigates Alleged Battery Involving City Councilor at Grants City Hall

Diego Lopez, Reporter

Wednesday, June 28, 2023

Editor’s Note: There is one quote in this story that uses profanity, it was selected to showcase the gravity of the situation. Until and unless charges are filed in this matter, the name of the aggressive person is redacted in official police records.

Pet of the Week Meet Grey

News Staff

Wednesday, June 28, 2023

Grey is a 5-year-old blue heeler male. He's a quiet, laid back, and loves to sit outside and watch the birds. Grey just wants a pal to hang out with.

First Baptist Church of Grants had 77 learners enrolled in classes from age 2 to adults

News Staff

Wednesday, June 21, 2023

First Baptist Church of Grants had 77 learners enrolled in classes from age 2 to adults. 36 leaders taught the gospel message each night and were thankful to work with the attendees. Friday's Family Night was very well attended by 117 people.

Mental Health Wednesday

Cibola Citizen Staff

Wednesday, June 21, 2023

The New Mexico Department of Health released a statement about the importance of mental health and the celebration of Juneteenth: Juneteenth, an annual commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States after the Civil War, happens on Monday, June 19 with celebrations planned across the...

BLM extends comment period for proposed Public Lands Rule

Press Release

Wednesday, June 21, 2023

WASHINGTON — The Bureau of Land Management is extending the public comment period for the Public Lands Rule by 15 days. This brings the time collecting public feedback on the proposed rule to a total of 90 days. The new deadline to provide input is July 5, 2023.

Arieanna Crowson - CC Baca’s Antler Collection Fair

Eighth annual Baca’s Antler Collection Fair Features Cornhole Tournaments, Elk Call Contest, Archery Poker Run, and Shed Antler Judging.

News Staff

Wednesday, June 21, 2023

GRANTS, NM - The eighth annual Baca’s Antler Collection Fair was held on Sunday, June 4 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. At the event there were vendors, two cornhole tournaments, an archery poker run, an elk calling contest, and shed antlers brought in were judged and sold.

Store Manager Brenda Little cuts the red ribbon announcing the grand opening of Tractor Supply Co. Arieanna Crowson - CC

Grand Opening! Tractor Supply Co. Comes to Grants

Arieanna Crowson, Reporter

Wednesday, June 21, 2023

GRANTS, NM – This weekend marked the official Grand Opening of Tractor Supply Co. in Grants. The Grand Opening was held on Saturday June 17, and celebrated a new business coming to the Grants area.