NMDOT asks all motorists to obey all traffic signs, use caution, and watch for heavy equipment and construction personnel in all work zones. PLEASE NOTE: Conditions are subject to change without notice. Double fines for speeding in work zones in effect.

As the summer season unfolds and the Independence Day holiday approaches, it is important to prioritize your mental well-being. The warm weather, longer days, and festive celebrations can bring joy, but they can also introduce unique challenges that impact mental health.

The Grants/Cibola County Chamber of Commerce has unveiled a set of rules and regulations for the annual Fourth of July parade. With a focus on safety, community spirit, these measures are aimed at creating a memorable and incident-free celebration for all participants and spectators.

The Grants/Cibola County Chamber of Commerce has announced the rules vendors at the Independence Day Parade must follow. The parade, known for its vibrant celebrations and community spirit, attracts hundreds of visitors each year. In order to ensure a successful and enjoyable event for all, vendors are required to adhere to the following guidelines:

Best Friends Animal Society Offers Four Tips to Keep Pets Calm and Safe Over the Fourth of July As many people with pets can attest, the July 4 holiday is often traumatic for pets who can have a phobic reaction to fireworks and other loud sights and sounds that are synonymous with Independence Day celebrations. That’s why it’s best to keep pets indoors during the festivities to prevent dogs and cats from ending up injured or at a busy shelter overflowing with other lost pets.

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 a.m.: 5D Open Barrel Race • Five saddles and a $5,000 award offered in this event 7:00 p.m.: Battle of the Badges Bull Riding Contest • Departments compete, no entry fee. Winner receives a buckle, and the winning department receives the traveling trophy 7:00 p.m.: National Senior Pro Rodeo and Open Rodeo July 3: 9:00 a.m.: National Senior Pro Rodeo and Open Rodeo July 4: 7:30 a.m.

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