Cibola Citizen e-Edition
From left to right: Josh Baca, Angela Baca, and Larry Baca. Amerika Rougemont - CC

From left to right: Josh Baca, Angela Baca, and Larry Baca. Amerika Rougemont - CC

Celebrating 40 Years of Authentic New Mexican Cuisine

GRANTS, N.M. – El Cafecito, nestled on Route 66 in the City of Grants, New Mexico, has proudly served the Cibola County community for 40 years. El Cafecito has become renowned statewide for its New Mexican cuisine, breakfast burritos, green chile and unwavering commitment to quality.
SANTA FE, N.M. – As news coverage of a hantavirus outbreak linked to a cruise ship raises questions, New Mexico health officials want residents to know: the…
Brenda Curtright Courtesy Photo

Brenda Curtright Courtesy Photo

GRANTS, N.M. — Whispering Grace: Faithful Steps, a new Fiction Christian Romance book by Grants native Brenda Curtright, officially published on April 1, 2026…
The cover of High Desert Treasure. The story is about a treasure hidden deep in the high desert, a treasure few can see. Courtesy Photo

The cover of High Desert Treasure. The story is about a treasure hidden deep in the high desert, a treasure few can see. Courtesy Photo

GRANTS, N.M. Grants, NM – Navajo Technical University Press collaborated with author Daniel W. Vandever to publish High Desert Treasure, a children’s picture…
Athlete of the Week

Athlete of the Week

This week's Athlete of the Week isLaila Martinez.Martinez, a senior, placed 3rd in the 800 meters and 1600 meters at the 4A Blue Cross and Blue Shield state…
Up, Up and Away, Cardenio Chavez, a senior at GHS placed 7th in the Blue Cross Blue Shield 4A state track and field championship this past weekend. He had a jump of 20-05.75. GHS Media

Up, Up and Away, Cardenio Chavez, a senior at GHS placed 7th in the Blue Cross Blue Shield 4A state track and field championship this past weekend. He had a jump of 20-05.75. GHS Media

GRANTS, N.M. - The 4A Blue Cross Blue Shield state track and field championship meet was held in Albuquerque this past weekend at the University of New Mexico…
RIO RANCHO, N.M. – The New Mexico Goatheads now have a date for their first puck drop.The state’s new ECHL franchise announced that its inaugural home opener…
Marty Wesley Marquez

Marty Wesley Marquez

Marty Wesley Marquez, lovingly known as “Wesley,” “Weasel,” and “Papa WeWe,” passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on May 16, 2026, at the…
Phillip Patrick Ortiz Jr.

Phillip Patrick Ortiz Jr.

Phillip Patrick Ortiz Jr., March 09, 1962 – May 13, 2026 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Phillip Patrick Ortiz Jr. beloved son,…
Pauline L  Martinez

Pauline L Martinez

Pauline Martinez, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2026, at the age of 76. She was born on September 14, 1949…