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Traffic Stop Helps Find Wanted Man

Traffic Stop Helps Find Wanted Man

Traffic Stop Helps Find Wanted Man

Amerika Rougemont, Reporter
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
GRANTS, N.M. – A local man is in custodyafter an alleged spree of serious crimes in the City of Grants. On August 4, an unnamed female and local man Andrew Gurule “met up” in Mt. Taylor Addition, a subdivision of the city in the outskirts.

Indictments Filed in July 2025

Cibola Citizen Staff Report
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
GRANTS, N.M. — Over the past month, a Cibola County grand jury returned indictments against eleven defendants on 24 felony counts and six misdemeanors, with allegations ranging from first-degree criminal sexual penetration of a child under 13 to aggravated stalking, burglary, and drug possession.
Porter Ranch Fire Assistance

Porter Ranch Fire Assistance

Porter Ranch Fire Assistance

Mvfd Press Release
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
T-23 was on assignment for the Porter Ranch Fire on July 28, 2025 thru July 30, 2025. For 3 day T-23 was manned by Assistant Chief as water support, but no water tender operator at MFD just does one job.
The Vereda Blanca Fire, burning northeast of Grants in the Mt. Taylor Ranger District, remains outside of Cibola County, despite confusion caused by its proximity and regional reporting. As of August 18, the fire had reached 1,307 acres with 4 percent containment. This official U.S. Forest Service map shows the fire perimeter straddling the Sandoval-McKinley county line. No communities are currently at risk. Courtesy Photo

The Vereda Blanca Fire, burning northeast of Grants in the Mt. Taylor Ranger District, remains outside of Cibola County, despite confusion caused by its proximity and regional reporting. As of August 18, the fire had reached 1,307 acres with 4 percent containment. This official U.S. Forest Service map shows the fire perimeter straddling the Sandoval-McKinley county line. No communities are currently at risk. Courtesy Photo

Drought Persists, While Vereda Blanca Fire Sparks Confusion Outside Cibola

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. — As of mid-August, Cibola County remains entirely in drought, though no new wildfires are actively burning within county lines. Confusion about a large nearby blaze—the Vereda Blanca Fire—has prompted local officials to clarify its actual location and status.

Wellbeing Wednesday

Digital Detox
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
Did you know even 30 minutes away from your phone can improve your mood? Too much scrolling canincreaseanxietyandlower self-esteem. Try setting a “no phone” time — during meals, before bed, or while out in nature. Your mind deserves a break from the noise.
Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week

News Staff
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
Nelson is a 6-year-old Catahoula mix who has absolutely perfected the art of taking it easy. When Nelson first arrived in our care four months ago, he was a shy, quiet boy, unsure of the world and happiest when tucked away in a quiet corner.