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The Cibola County Sheriff’s Office honored Luann Elkins on June 18 for more than 30 years of service on the Crime Stoppers Board. Sheriff Larry D. Diaz presented Elkins with a letter of appreciation recognizing her longtime commitment to public safety and community service. Photo by Julie Junod

The Cibola County Sheriff’s Office honored Luann Elkins on June 18 for more than 30 years of service on the Crime Stoppers Board. Sheriff Larry D. Diaz presented Elkins with a letter of appreciation recognizing her longtime commitment to public safety and community service. Photo by Julie Junod

Sheriff’s Office Honors Luann Elkins for Over 30 years of Crime Stoppers Service

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – The Cibola County Sheriff’s Office honored Luann Elkins on June 18 for more than three decades of service on the Crime Stoppers Board.Sheriff Larry D.
Picture: Left to Right-Mark Head, Kayden Lord, Brandon Barris, Beth Head Courtesy Photo

Picture: Left to Right-Mark Head, Kayden Lord, Brandon Barris, Beth Head Courtesy Photo

Brandon Barris and Kayden Lord Receive the 2026 Milton Head Grants High School Memorial Scholorships Award

Candace Head-dylla
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
GRANTS, N.M. — Two very special young men, Brandon Barris and Kayden Lord, were this year’s recipients of the Milton Head GHS Scholarship. Both have big future plans, and both represent the kind of young men with grit and determination that will bring real value to their communities.
Mayor Erik Garcia withdrew his candidacy to the Cibola County Clerk on June 16, saying he made his point to city council. Diego Lopez- CC

Mayor Erik Garcia withdrew his candidacy to the Cibola County Clerk on June 16, saying he made his point to city council. Diego Lopez- CC

Grants Mayor Erik Garcia Will Withdraw from Cibola County Commission Race

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
GRANTS, N.M. – Grants Mayor Erik Garcia will not continue his campaign for Cibola County Commission District 3 after appearing on the Republican primary ballot earlier this month. He submitted a withdrawal of candidacy form on June 16 and will not appear on the November ballot.