TAJ named New Mexico’s top metal band

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – Local metal band TAJ has earned statewide recognition after being named the top musical artist in the metal category at the New Mexico Entertainment Awards.

Health Department Urges Pet Vaccinations After Fox Tests Positive for Rabies

SANTA FE, N.M. – A fox in McKinley County tested positive for rabies – the eighth animal rabies case in the state in 2026.The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) reports the fox, which had no known interaction with humans, was euthanized.

Dancing Eagle Casino Announces Free Music & Arts Festival and Community Fun Run on June 13

CASA BLANCA, N.M. - May 27, 2026 — Dancing Eagle Casino will host its 2026 Music & Arts Festival on Saturday, June 13, from noon to 8 p.m., featuring live music, local art, food and Route 66 Centennial activities. Admission is free and open to the public.

Cemetery Cleaning Begins in May

City of Grants Reminds Families of Summer Cleaning Schedule at Grants Memorial Park GRANTS, N.M. – The City of Grants is reminding residents that summer mowing and cleaning operations are underway at Grants Memorial Park, located at 500 W. Roosevelt Ave.

NMSU Movie - “The Painted Hills” - Friday, May 22 at 1 pm

Guess who?• I was a famous mother.• I was an actress.• Being loveable, people hugged me often.• One co-star said, “All the other actors made more mistakes than you.”• My characters saved the day by rescuing the injured or warned of impending danger.• I made movies for eight years.• I then had a t.v.

Read Any Good Books Lately

Read any good books lately? If so, join us for “Book Talk” at 1:30 p.m. on the first Wednesday of the month at the Grants Public Library. This is no ordinary book club where everyone reads the same book and has a set of questions to answer.

Veteran Mobile Outreach Vehicle in Grants, NM, Thursday, April 30, 2026!

The New Mexico Department of Veterans’ Services (NMDVS) Mobile Outreach Vehicle will be at the Grants Recreation Center, 551 Washington Ave., Grants, NM 87020, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Aquatic Education Program

An aquatic education program, organized by the School Department of Wildlife, is was conducted on April 16 to teach fishing skills to students and adults up to a college level. This two-stage initiative aims to promote outdoor enjoyment and skill development in fishing techniques.

Acoma, Indigenous Artists Featured in Major New Mexico Museum Exhibitions

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M.

Route 66 Casino Hotel Celebrates the Centennial of Historic Route 66 with a Weekend of Classic Cars, Legendary Music, and Comedy

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Route 66 Casino & Hotel is proud to announce a landmark weekend celebration honoring the 100th Anniversary of the historic Route 66 Highway, bringing together classic cars, legendary music, and world class comedy from Friday, July 31 through Sunday, August 2, 2026.