A scheduled electrical outage will take place on Feb. 20 from 9 am to 4 pm  while the City of Gallup does some necessary electrical infrastructure maintenance.

The affected areas will be the area of Bortot Drive and Boyd Avenue. Surrounding areas may be affected.

For any questions, call Utility Dispatch at (505) 863-1200.

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — CKP Insurance presented a $13.5 million crop insurance check to the Navajo Nation for indemnities based on the 2023 crop year on Feb. 8. Members of the Resources and Development Committee were in attendance for the check presentation, on behalf of the Navajo Nation.

Since 2016, the Navajo Nation has purchased crop insurance through CKP, initially implemented by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Pasture, Rangeland, and Forage Pilot Insurance Program. Crop insurance is designed to provide coverage on pasture, rangeland, and forage acres, and is based on a rainfall index that determines precipitation within an area.

“Crop insurance is a critical resource that...

SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham appointed Brig. Gen. Jamison Herrera as Cabinet Secretary of the New Mexico Department of Veterans’ Services on Feb. 6. Herrera has served as the Acting Secretary of the department since September, while concurrently holding the position of Deputy Adjutant General for the New Mexico National Guard.

“Secretary-designate Herrera has already proven his dedication to military service throughout his more than 34 years in the New Mexico National Guard,” Lujan Grisham said. “With his extensive military experience, he is well-positioned to advocate for and address the challenges faced by veterans and their families and make sure they receive the...

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Senate unanimously confirmed Josett Monette as the Cabinet Secretary for the New Mexico Indian Affairs Department on Feb. 5.

“Secretary Monette’s extensive background in serving Indigenous people uniquely positions her to address the challenges facing our tribal communities and realize the opportunities,” Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham said. “I thank the New Mexico Senate for their unanimous support in confirming Secretary Monette, reflecting the widespread recognition of her qualifications and leadership.”

Monette is a member of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians. Prior to joining the state, Monette was the New Mexico Legal Aid Native...