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Lady Pirates Claim District Cross Country Title

Lady Pirates Claim District Cross Country Title

Lady Pirates Claim District Cross Country Title

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
GRANTS — The Grants High School Lady Pirates Cross Country team raced to victory on November 2, capturing the District Championship with a strong team performance.Demonstrating consistency and determination throughout the season, the Lady Pirates secured the top spot in their division, earning the...
Martinez Commits to Adams State

Martinez Commits to Adams State

Martinez Commits to Adams State

Max Preps
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
Congratulations to Laila Martinez (Acoma/Laguna), to continue her education and running career, out of Grants High School in New Mexico, who has committed to Adams State University in Alamosa, Colorado
Bluewater Lake reservoir levels dropped steadily between Halloween 2024 and Halloween 2025, falling from over 11,000 acre-feet to just 4,763 acre-feet, according to U.S. Geological Survey data. The sharpest declines occurred between May and September, aligning with seasonal irrigation releases and warmer weather conditions. Data retrieved October 31, 2025. Diego Lopez - CC

Bluewater Lake reservoir levels dropped steadily between Halloween 2024 and Halloween 2025, falling from over 11,000 acre-feet to just 4,763 acre-feet, according to U.S. Geological Survey data. The sharpest declines occurred between May and September, aligning with seasonal irrigation releases and warmer weather conditions. Data retrieved October 31, 2025. Diego Lopez - CC

Cibola Fishing Report

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
Season Change Brings Trout Surge and Winter Hours to Bluewater BLUEWATER LAKE , N.M. – The seasons have changed, and so have the hours at Bluewater Lake State Park.Starting Nov. 1 to Mar 31, the park will be open from 7am to 5pm for recreational purposes.Anglers reported GOOD fishing for trout,...
Athlete of the Week

Athlete of the Week

Athlete of the Week

News Staff
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
This week's Athletes of the week are the entire Grants High SchoolLady Piratescross country team. Congratulations on being crowned district champs for 2025!!!
When a Pirate tags a Pirate who tags Another Pirate, we Help Kids

When a Pirate tags a Pirate who tags Another Pirate, we Help Kids

When a Pirate tags a Pirate who tags Another Pirate, we Help Kids

Grants Mayor Erik Garcia
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
GRANTS, N.M. Last week, Pirate Wrestling Coach Tommy Gabaldon called and said he needed a favor.I said, “What’s up, Coach?”He said the cross country team needed help getting the course ready before their home meet in about 10 days.I told Tommy, “Well, show me what you got going on, and I’ll see...
Fernandez’s 4 TD’s Lead Pirate over Spartans”

Fernandez’s 4 TD’s Lead Pirate over Spartans”

Fernandez’s 4 TD’s Lead Pirate over Spartans”

Franklin Romero, Sports Correspondent
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
GRANTS, N.M. - Julian Fernandez rushed 155 yards and scored 4 touchdowns in a crucial district game leading the Pirates offensive charge last week in a crucial district game last Friday at home on Senior Night.“The Bernalillo win was a big one for us!,” said GHS head football coach Steve Brown.
Cibola Fishing Report – October 18–25

Cibola Fishing Report – October 18–25

Cibola Fishing Report – October 18–25

News Staff
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Bluewater sees stronger trout reports after stockings Diego Lopez, EditorCIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. Bluewater Lake had a lively week as fall temperatures began to settle across Cibola County.One of the standout reports came from Isaiah Gurule, who caught his limit of trout within an hour using PowerBait.