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Pet of the Week

News Staff
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
This week’s Pet of the Week is Red, a neutered male with a vibrant personality and a heart full of energy. He is friendly with other dogs and thrives in an active environment, making him an excellent companion for outdoor adventures. Red loves attention and is eager to bond with his forever family.
Gallup-McKinley County Schools Superintendent Mike Hyatt is facing an ethics complaint alleging he sought employment with Stride/K12 while the company held a contract with the district. Hyatt denies any wrongdoing. Courtesy Photo

Gallup-McKinley County Schools Superintendent Mike Hyatt is facing an ethics complaint alleging he sought employment with Stride/K12 while the company held a contract with the district. Hyatt denies any wrongdoing. Courtesy Photo

Parents Left in Limbo as Gallup-McKinley Schools Terminate Virtual Learning Contract Amid Ethics Controversy

News Staff
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. — Dozens of families across western New Mexico— including at least two students who graduated this past weekend in Cibola County—are now caught in the middle of a growing controversy between Gallup-McKinley County Schools and its virtual education provider, Stride/K12.The...

Community Schedule

News Staff
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
May 15th What? Cibola Crimestoppers Monthly Meeting When? Cibola Crimestoppers meets the 3rd Thursday of every month (except December) at 10:00 am Where? Cibola County Sheriffs Office 2001 Clif Lear AveMay 17th What? Art Taking Flight When? May 17 at 2 pm – 4 pm Where?
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GHS National Honor Society Grows

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
On April 28, Grants High School held its National Honor Society induction ceremony, welcoming new members who have demonstrated excellence in scholarship, leadership, service, and character.Pictured are new members seated from left to right: Alex Almazan, Reilly Burress, Lance Garcia, Bianca...
Spots On: Kindergarteners Take Center Stage

Spots On: Kindergarteners Take Center Stage

Spots On: Kindergarteners Take Center Stage

Anne Richie Balgos
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Mt. Taylor Elementary School, April 10, 2025 - Laughter, music, and belonging filled the halls as kindergarteners, parents, and guardians from across the district gathered for a fun-filled day at the Kindergarten Festival of Talents which had the theme 'I am Unique, I am Gifted, I am Me”.
A Black Dagger Zombie missile target, designed to fly a ballistic flight path and demonstrate defensive protection, launches from Fort Wingate, N.M., Nov. 2, 2024 Courtesy Photo

A Black Dagger Zombie missile target, designed to fly a ballistic flight path and demonstrate defensive protection, launches from Fort Wingate, N.M., Nov. 2, 2024 Courtesy Photo

Missile Test to Temporarily Close Mount Taylor Ranger District as Fort Wingate’s Role in National Defense Expands

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
CIBOLA COUNTY — A missile test is scheduled to take place later this month near Fort Wingate, prompting the U.S. Forest Service to issue yet another temporary closure of public lands in the Mount Taylor Ranger District.The closure, which includes a substantial portion of forest roads, trails, and...
Mount Taylor and Her Circle

Mount Taylor and Her Circle

Mount Taylor and Her Circle

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – In this sweeping topographic view, Mount Taylor rises like a volcanic cathedral—her summit reaching to touch the sky and remind us of where we come from.Known as Tsoodził to the Diné, Mount Taylor is one of the four sacred mountains that define the boundaries of the Navajo...