Iran war update: USA Apache Downed Over Hormuz as Iran and Israel Trade Strikes

GRANTS, N.M. – President Donald Trump wrote Tuesday morning that Iran shot down a U.S. Apache helicopter while it was patrolling over the Strait of Hormuz, a development that could further escalate a conflict already centered on control of the vital shipping corridor.

Lightning Sparks New Wildfire in Zuni Mountains

By Diego LopezCIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. - Firefighters are responding to a new lightning-caused wildfire in the Zuni Mountains as drought conditions continue to grip all of Cibola County.The U.S. Forest Service announced Monday evening that the Hausner Fire was reported at approximately 5 p.m.

District Firewood Permits Sale Dates for Mt. Taylor Ranger Districts

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The Cibola National Forest and National Grasslands will be selling firewood permits in person only (no mail in) on the following ranger districts.Mt Taylor Ranger District Firewood Permit Sales:In Person Sales Only: Starting May 15 – Dec. 15, 2026 Sale Hours: Mon.-Fri.

Laguna Woman Reported Missing; Public Asked to Share Information

LAGUNA, N.M. – Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating Brittany Starr Waconda, a 39-year-old woman last seen in Laguna, New Mexico.According to missing person information provided through the New Mexico Department of Public Safety, Waconda was last seen on May 18, 2026, in Laguna.

Seco Fire Extinguished on Mt. Taylor Ranger District

Small wildfire reported in southeast Mount Taylor Mountains was held to less than one acre CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – A small wildfire reported Wednesday evening in the southeast Mount Taylor Mountains was put out the same day after firefighters quickly stopped its forward progress.

Cibola Water Monitoring Report – May 26 – June 2

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – – Six months into 2026, Cibola County’s water picture has become increasingly clear.Since January, Bluewater Lake has steadily declined while the Rio San Jose has remained relatively stable at modest levels.

Smoking Rates Decline, but Nicotine Use is on the Rise

SANTAFE, N.M. –The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) calls attention to a shifting public health challenge in New Mexico: people may be smoking cigarettes less, but they are vaping more.NMDOH encourages New Mexicans to seek help in quitting.

“Life With Father” by Clarence Day Jr.

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. - Part I Actor William Powell had his brown hair dyed red for the role of Clarence Day SR.William Powell had his eyebrows dyed red for the Clarence Day Sr. role.William Powell changed his voice to become the real-life character, Clarence Day Sr.

Iran war update: Iran Suspends Talks as Limited Fire Resumes and Shipping Comes Under Attack

GRANTS, N.M. – Iran has suspended U.S.