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Milan olice Department’s newest program, First Responder Support Group, is working to support the mental health of both active and retired first responders. Please call MPD at 505-356-6718 for details.

Milan olice Department’s newest program, First Responder Support Group, is working to support the mental health of both active and retired first responders. Please call MPD at 505-356-6718 for details.

First Responder Support Group is now Active

Diego Lopez, Reporter
Wednesday, December 28, 2022
MILAN, N.M. – Ever since he took the helm of Milan Police Department, Police Chief Carl Ustupski has made a massive push to focus on the mental health of the people of Milan, New Mexico, and the officers under his watch.
This wreckage occurred on Dec. 24 on Interstate 40 not too far outside of Grants. Boxes and boxes of Greek yogurt littered both sets of lanes on I-40, causing many drivers to seek alternative routes which ultimately created more traffic disruptions and one more car accident. Courtesy of GFR

This wreckage occurred on Dec. 24 on Interstate 40 not too far outside of Grants. Boxes and boxes of Greek yogurt littered both sets of lanes on I-40, causing many drivers to seek alternative routes which ultimately created more traffic disruptions and one more car accident. Courtesy of GFR

Christmas Traffic Causes Chaos

Diego Lopez, Reporter
Wednesday, December 28, 2022
Across Cibola County on Christmas Eve, December 24, a series of traffic accidents cut off all traffic into and out of Grants, New Mexico. The chaos caused by these accidents, while none of them were fatal, was more than enough to spread local law enforcement thin.

A Bridge for Moquino

Craig Gergen, Reporter
Wednesday, December 28, 2022
Monsoon rains wreaked havoc across Cibola County but hit the eastern part of the county especially hard. County roads were washed out and the bridge to the village of Moquino was destroyed. The Moquino bridge is the only access connecting the village to the rest of the county.
Animal Control Officer Trish Alires (left), volunteer Genette Irsik, Flurry (dog),Animal Control Officer Jennifer McCrackan, and Animal Control Officer Juan Lopez (right). Faith Mosley - CC

Animal Control Officer Trish Alires (left), volunteer Genette Irsik, Flurry (dog),Animal Control Officer Jennifer McCrackan, and Animal Control Officer Juan Lopez (right). Faith Mosley - CC

Animal Care Center Needs Community Support

Faith Mosley, Reporter
Wednesday, December 28, 2022
The City of Grants Animal Care Center held its annual holiday Open House Thursday, December 22, 2022 from 12 pm to 4 pm. Members of the community were invited to come and visit the care center, meet the amazing staff, and possibly find a new family member.

Brushstrokes of Christmas Magic: Act V

Roger Siegmann
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
Gosh how time flies… it’s been 5 years now since we started painting Christmas scenes and figures on business windows here in Grants NM, and our neighboring Village of Milan, using our local elementary schools’ 4th grade students.
Roger and Evelyn Siegmann honored all of the original people who helped get the window painting program going. This plaque, signed by Milan Mayor Felix Gonzales and Milan Clerk Denise Baca, reads, “For your inspiration and determination to brighten children’s lives and our community with our elementary school’s children by decorating businesses windows for the Christmas holidays. Starting in 2018.” Courtesy Photo

Roger and Evelyn Siegmann honored all of the original people who helped get the window painting program going. This plaque, signed by Milan Mayor Felix Gonzales and Milan Clerk Denise Baca, reads, “For your inspiration and determination to brighten children’s lives and our community with our elementary school’s children by decorating businesses windows for the Christmas holidays. Starting in 2018.” Courtesy Photo

Roger and Evelyn Siegmann

News Staff
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
Roger and Evelyn Siegmann
Bachelors of Science in Nursing Ceremony

Bachelors of Science in Nursing Ceremony

Bachelors of Science in Nursing Ceremony

Nathan Chavez Reporter
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
GRANTS, N.M. - On December eighth at NMSU, a recognition ceremony was held for students Dayna Fank, Sherrie Howeya, Irina Joe, and Kaylynn Mirabal for earning their Bachelors of Science in Nursing. They were honored in the ceremony by Dr. Teresa Leon, Dr. Marlene Chavez-Toivanen, and Tom Whelan.

Purchasing for Public Safety

Craig Gergen, Reporter
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
GRANTS, N.M. – On Wednesday, December 14, the Grants City Council held a Special City Council Meeting. The only councilor missing from the meeting was Zachery Gutierrez. Although the meeting was short, several items were discussed which wrapped up 2022 and looked toward the new year.
Congratulations for this year’s award recipients. Firefighter of the year 2022Rudy C'deBaca Emergency Medical Technician of the year- Bryan Speck Rookie Firefighter of the year-Manuel Ross Courtesy Photo

Congratulations for this year’s award recipients. Firefighter of the year 2022Rudy C'deBaca Emergency Medical Technician of the year- Bryan Speck Rookie Firefighter of the year-Manuel Ross Courtesy Photo

GFR Earns Award

News Staff
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
GFR Earns Award