By Sandoval Signpost Staff According to an announcement by Apache Nugget Corporation, the Apache Nugget casino near Cuba, will reopen on Feb. 14. The casino, located at the intersection of U.S. Highway 550 and State Highway 537, was a popular community hub before closing due to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a press release. “We’re […]
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Donations are being accepted for Sandoval County Treasurer’s Office and Sheriff’s Office Toy Drive
The 2024 Sandoval County Treasurer’s Office and Sheriff’s Office Toy Drive is now underway. The annual toy drive collects new toys for children of families experiencing economic hardship and for children who will spend the holidays in a hospital or are under medical care. Toys will be distributed throughout Sandoval County to children of the […]
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BLM Donates Wildland Fire Engine to Cuba Fire and Rescue
During a Nov. 26 event at the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) Rio Puerco Field Office in Albuquerque, the BLM donated a 2016 wildland fire engine to the Cuba Fire and Rescue Department (CFRD) through its Rural Fire Readiness (RFR) program to enhance wildfire response. The new engine, capable of holding 550 gallons of water, […]
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Treasurer’s food drive returns to help Sandoval County residents this Thanksgiving
Once again, the Sandoval County Treasurer’s Office is sponsoring its Thanksgiving Food Drive this year. Partnering with the Nacimiento Community Foundation, which operates The Checkerboard Food Pantry in Cuba, the fourth annual food drive led by Sandoval County Treasurer Jennifer Taylor will collect items now through Nov. 13 for Sandoval County residents who need a […]
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New Mexico’s top cowboys will compete in rodeo finals in Cuba
The best amateur cowboys and cowgirls in New Mexico will descend on Cuba this weekend for the 2024 New Mexico Rodeo Association (NMRA) Finals. Taking place Oct. 5 and 6 at the Sandoval County Fairgrounds, the finals bring together the best talent from across New Mexico and showcase the state’s top 10 competitors’ skills in […]
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Sandoval County Treasurer’s Office offering property tax collection outreach services
The Sandoval County Treasurer’s Office will be hosting several property tax collection outreach events this winter. According to county treasurer Jennifer Taylor, property tax collection is a critical component of municipal revenue that funds essential services such as education, public safety and infrastructure. The Sandoval County Tax Collection Outreach Program began in 2014 to help […]
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After Spending $800K to Fix Aging Water System, Cuba Leaders Push Rate Hike to “Stabilize” Village Budget
The Cuba Village Council is scheduled to vote at the end of September on a proposed 16.7% increase in water and sewer rates for both residential and commercial users. According to Cuba Mayor Denny Herrera, the increase aims to stabilize the village water department’s finances and allocate funds for essential infrastructure improvements. The proposed rate […]
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Driver Accused of Killing Road Worker in Sandoval County to Appear in Court
Cuba — A 65-year-old driver accused of striking and killing a road crew safety worker while driving through a construction zone on U.S. 550 near the Apache Nugget Casino north of Cuba in Sandoval County is scheduled to make his first felony court appearance next week. Court documents filed earlier this month in District Court […]
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‘Cuba is a Bit of an Island’
Many members of Cuba’s business community attended an economic growth-focused event at the Eichwald Center on Aug. 5. Business owners and officials explored opportunities to boost the village’s economy and support local businesses. The event was organized by Congresswoman Teresa Leger Fernandez’s office in collaboration with the Rural Development Corporation (RDC), a nonprofit dedicated to […]
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Village of Cuba Implements Water Restrictions Amid Drought Concerns
The Village of Cuba recently implemented restrictions on outdoor watering due to a prolonged lack of rainfall, soaring temperatures and extreme drought conditions. Ironically, soon after the restrictions were implemented, monsoon rains began flooding the state. “We’ll probably keep it in place and just play it by ear through July and see what happens,” Mayor […]