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Cibola Citizen Newspaper Machine Damaged

Cibola Citizen Newspaper Machine Damaged

Cibola Citizen Newspaper Machine Damaged

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
GRANTS, N.M. – Over the weekend a newspaper rack on Route 66 was damaged, forcing the newspaper to remove this machine from service.The machine was located outside the Good 2 Go gas station on Santa Fe Avenue, across from the Paleteria Lucas ice cream shop.
Alamo Fire Leaves Destruction and Heroism as Community Rallies

Alamo Fire Leaves Destruction and Heroism as Community Rallies

Alamo Fire Leaves Destruction and Heroism as Community Rallies

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
GRANTS, N.M. — A devastating fire broke out on the evening of April 27, tearing through a Grants neighborhood, destroying six homes, displacing families, and injuring two firefighters. City officials have called it one of the most dangerous and fast-moving fires in recent memory.
Flames and thick smoke rise from a structure fire on Haystack Place early Monday morning. Firefighters from Milan, Grants, and Cibola County rushed to the scene and knocked down the blaze before it could spread further Photo By Eric Brinn

Flames and thick smoke rise from a structure fire on Haystack Place early Monday morning. Firefighters from Milan, Grants, and Cibola County rushed to the scene and knocked down the blaze before it could spread further Photo By Eric Brinn

Early Morning Fire Erupts in Milan

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
MILAN, N.M. — Firefighters from Village of Milan Volunteer Fire Department, Grants Fire & Rescue, and Cibola County Fire Command quickly knocked down a fire in a rural area along Haystack Place early Monday morning.
The City of Gallup (highlighted) was by far the largest power customer in the Continental Divide Electric Cooperative system, according to annual energy distribution data. In 2024, Gallup accounted for more than 174 million kilowatt-hours — far exceeding other communities such as Grants, McKinley County, and Smith Lake. That contract ends on July 1, 2025, eliminating what had been CDEC’s largest and most stable customer. Courtesy Photo

The City of Gallup (highlighted) was by far the largest power customer in the Continental Divide Electric Cooperative system, according to annual energy distribution data. In 2024, Gallup accounted for more than 174 million kilowatt-hours — far exceeding other communities such as Grants, McKinley County, and Smith Lake. That contract ends on July 1, 2025, eliminating what had been CDEC’s largest and most stable customer. Courtesy Photo

Gallup’s Exit Raises Questions About CDEC’s Future, Rates, and Leadership

News Staff
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
GRANTS, N.M. — A once steady stream of cash is about to end for Continental Divide Electric Cooperative (CDEC), and local leaders — from Gallup to Grants — are now openly asking what that will mean for ratepayers, financial stability, and the future of the cooperative.
Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week

News Staff
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Simba is an adorable and affectionate dog with a friendly disposition, especially toward other dogs. We believe he may be a Dachshund mix, combining a playful spirit with a deep love for attention and companionship. Simba thrives on interaction and would make a wonderful addition to a loving home.