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Waters from Bluewater Lake flow into this small reservoir in Bluewater Village, which receives releases for agricultural use downstream. As of 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14, water levels were visibly high following recent rainfall and continued lake outflows, cresting on the bridge connecting Route 66 and Roberts Road. PHOTO by Eric Brinn

Waters from Bluewater Lake flow into this small reservoir in Bluewater Village, which receives releases for agricultural use downstream. As of 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14, water levels were visibly high following recent rainfall and continued lake outflows, cresting on the bridge connecting Route 66 and Roberts Road. PHOTO by Eric Brinn

Light Rain Arrives as Cibola Opens New Water Year Still in Drought

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. — A light to moderate wetting rain is forecast for the Grants–El Malpais area this week, with totals around 0.25 to 0.50 inches and locally higher amounts to the northeast, according to Drought.gov and the NWS Weather Prediction Center (updated Oct. 13).
GrantsAnimal Care Center 722 Sakelares Boulevard

GrantsAnimal Care Center 722 Sakelares Boulevard

Pet of the Week

News Staff
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Johnny Blaze is a lovable large-breed terrier mix with a heart of gold and a playful spirit that’s impossible to resist. Johnny is already neutered, fully up to date on all his shots, and ready to head home today. If you would like to contact us about our sweet Johnny call us at 505 287 4012.

Animal Tips

News Staff
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Common plants that are toxic to dogs and cats are Lillies, which even in small amounts can cause kidney failure. Azaleas can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and even coma or death. The Sago Palm can lead to severe live damage.

Missing Indigenous Women

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
GRANTS, N.M. – Grants Police Department is requesting the public’s help in locating Rochelle Lynn Shorty, 47, who was last seen on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. She was last seen wearing blue shoes, blue pants, and a blue T-shirt with a traditional Navajo basket design.

September Arrests in Cibola County

News Staff
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Amerika Rougemont, ReporterGrants Police DepartmentSeptember 1Pamela Chavez, age 41: Warrants - Municipal Court Christopher M Serna, age 46: Warrant - Magistrate Courts Gerald P Sam, age 40: Drunk or Disorderly and Shoplifting Ivan W Dixon Sr, age 52: Warrant - Municipal Court and Driving while...

Cibola Water Monitoring Report

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Bluewater and Rio San Jose Data as of October 6, 2025 CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – This report seeks to track the flow of water in Cibola County. Bluewater Lake and the Rio San Jose both have United States Geological Survey monitoring stations where this data is pulled from.