Set-Up, Breakdown Times Vendor Hours

PREWITT, N.M. – Getting ready for the 56th Annual Bi-County Fair is no small feat, put on by a team on volunteers who care deeply about their communities and the spirit of Cibola and McKinley Counties.Vendors and exhibitors may load in ahead of daily opening times; please plan to be show-ready by 9...

‘Tis the season to roast green chile

LEMITAR, N.M. — The unmistakable aroma of roasting green chile is wafting through the New Mexico air as locals kick off chile roasting season now through October.

Bluewater Lake & Rio San Jose Water Update August 22, 2025

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. - As of August 22, Bluewater Lake continues its seasonal decline, with a recorded volume of 5,632 acre-feet—down from 5,862 acre-feet on August 11.Surface area remains around 586 acres, and elevation sits at 7,372.34 feet above mean sea level.

NMED encourages public input on changes to water regulations

Multiple opportunities during 2026 triennial review of New Mexico standards SANTA FE, N.M. — The New Mexico Environment Department’s Surface Water Quality Bureau invites the public to comment on proposed amendments to the state’s surface water regulations.The 60-day public comment period opened...

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Animal Tips

Even if they have necessities and more, having them tied outside reduces their quality of life. This can cause physical and psychological harm, making them anxious, neurotic, aggressive, fearful, or depressed.

Local and School Board Election Coming November 3

Editor’s Note: This article only has the names of candidates who filed for office by 12:45 p.m. on Tuesday, August 26, 2025.

Wellbeing Wednesday

Check onYourPeopleSometimes the best way to care for your own mental health is to check on someone else.Sendaquick“thinkingof you” text or invite a friend to chat over coffee.