Items to take to the tax preparer

For many working Americans, April 15 is synonymous with taxes. But taxpayers may be happy to learn that they have two extra days to file their returns in 2018.

Tips for writing an obituary

Do not feel obliged to include cause of death. While acquaintances who first learn of a person’s death via an obituary may be curious about cause of death, loved ones of the deceased do not have to include such information if they are uncomfortable doing so.

School district returns to hybrid option

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – The Grants/Cibola County School District board voted to return to hybrid learning at the Feb. 8 meeting. The option is scheduled to begin Monday, Feb. 22.

Private Prison Moratorium; Current HB 40 status

SANTA FE, N.M. – The New Mexico State Legislature will debate House Bill 40, a piece of proposed legislation that makes it illegal for any city, village, or county to make an agreement or extend a contract with a private prison.

Southwest Yard & Garden; Weeping fig with the wintertime blues

Ficus trees, aka weeping figs (Ficus benjamina), are famous for sudden leaf drop and other seasonal problems. In my experience, once the leaf-drop symptoms start, they usually get worse before they get better. If your ficus houseplant starts throwing a fit, do not despair. It is just a phase.

Growing Leeks

Leeks are an easy to grow and tasty member of the onion family. They can be grown in Cibola County without too much trouble, but to be successful they will require some planning. Leeks like the same growing conditions as onions.

School principals report survey results

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. — The Grants/Cibola County School District board listened attentively as each building principal described survey responses. The survey provided an opportunity to identify preferences for returning to hybrid instruction or remaining in the virtual learning mode.

Vaccinating elderly county residents

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. — The Cibola Senior Citizens Center, Grants, helped 200 elderly community members participate in the Jan. 29 vaccine pod. The inoculation provides protection against COVID-19.

Saturation patrols

GRANTS, N.M. - The Grants Police Department will make every effort to educate, detect and apprehend individuals driving under the influence of alcohol and or drugs in our community and deter any other traffic violations to keep our street safe.