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Army soldiers dressed in fatigues walk in the Parade in Grants for the Fourth of July celebration Friday to remind everyone that this a celebration for our country and show their support for American troops ...
United Way announces request for 2008 grants
Fourth of July fire works can put everyone at risk Shooting bottle rockets into nearby woods is apt to spark a blaze that would threaten the entire town.
NM hires company to help with uranium cleanup
An international company has been contracted to help the state Mining and Minerals Division with the cleanup of abandoned uranium mines around New Mexico.
Recounts ordered in two election races
The results of New Mexico's June 3 primary election have been certified by the state Board of Canvassing and recounts have been ordered in two races.
NM revises recount procedure in close races
The secretary of state's office has revised procedures for recounts in close primary election contests, including a state Senate race in which some ballots are missing in one county.
Black Enterprise Magazine Names Grants Businessman Auto Dealer Of The Year
General Motors Minority Dealers Association member Eddie Corley, Sr., president of Corley Automotive Group in Grants, New Mexico, was named Auto Dealer of the Year for 2007 by Black Enterprise magazine at its ...
Former outfitter pleads to illegally transporting elk
A former outfitter and owner of the Lobo Canyon Ranch north of Grants has pleaded guilty to illegally transporting wild elk and receiving stolen bighorn sheep heads.
For Some, Wilderness is Simple
I have been talking to an assortment of people about the Dona Ana County Wilderness Debate.
Ex-Guard Gets 5 Years For Helping Inmates
A former prison guard was sentenced Wednesday to five years in prison on a federal firearms charge for her role in the escape of two inmates, including one with whom she was romantically linked.
Grants Rodeo Assn. parade taking entries
This year's Grants Rodeo Association parade theme on July 4 is "Celebrating Our Culture, Heritage and Tradition." Entries are now being accepted by the Rodeo Association through Grants-Cibola County Chamber of ...
Negotiations are continuing between Mount Taylor Addition residents and the City of Grants to alleviate on-going water seepage problems.
Soldier passes away in Washington state
Army Private First Class Corey Steven Miller was pronounced dead on May 23 after a lengthy illness caused by an accident and a week-long series of events, which will soon require some sort of explanation.
Automatic recount law triggered by 1-vote margin
SANTA FE A legislative race decided by a single vote should provide the first test of a new state law that provides for an automatic recount in close elections.
Mount Taylor has been standing quiet over the area now known as Cibola County for approximately two million years, but the venerable peak may erupt again when state archeologists and preservationist bring their ...
Mt. Taylor Addition wants water woes fixed
Homeowners who have experienced standing water in their yards, poisons rising through the earth to kill plants, water damage in their homes and other water-related problems have sought help from the city of ...
In the area: Meetings and events in Silver City
Candidate forum set for tonight A forum to meet the candidates in the Grant County Commission District 2 and 3 races and the Sixth Judicial District Attorney race will be held at 6 p.m. tonight at the Silver ...
Memorial Day marks a new beginning
Memorial Day was established long ago as a day to remember loved ones, and, for one Cibola County family, the holiday marks a difficult day.
Top bus drivers awarded in ceremony ABOVE : Mesa Transportation bus driver Corrine Garcia holds up a 2008 Bus Road-eo tee shirt.
PNM fund awards grants to innovative teachers
"PNM Classroom Innovation Grants allow New Mexico teachers to provide fascinating and challenging educational experiences for our students," said Diane Harrison Ogawa, executive director of the PNM Fund, a ...
Daniels Fund allocates nearly $1M to NM nonprofits
Emergency services providers are the primary recipients of the latest round of grants from the Daniels Fund .