WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. — The 25th Navajo Nation Council unanimously approved Legislation 0250-24, the Navajo Department of Emergency Medical Service’s schedule of fees Jan. 28, ensuring that the EMS program is equipped to provide critical life-saving care and maintain a sustainable system for emergency medical...News
Navajo Nation Council approves legislation to strengthen Emergency Medical Services
WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. — The 25th Navajo Nation Council unanimously approved Legislation 0250-24, the Navajo Department of Emergency Medical Service’s schedule of fees Jan. 28, ensuring that the EMS program is equipped to provide critical life-saving care and maintain a sustainable system for emergency medical...Trump signs executive order barring transgender people from military service
President Donald Trump signed four executive orders pertaining to the military Jan. 27, including one barring transgender people from enlisting and serving openly and another cracking down on diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in the armed services.The order pertaining to transgender military service, titled "Prioritizing Military Excellence and Readiness," reinstates a policy from Trump's first term and rescinds an order by former President Joe Biden that allowed trans people to enlist and permitted already enlisted trans service members to receive coverage for transition-related medical care.
"It is the policy of the U.S. Government to establish high standards for troop...
Gov. announces 26 additional Rural Health Care Delivery Fund recipients
SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced JAN. 28 that 26 additional rural health care providers will receive a combined $40.6 million from the Rural Health Care Delivery Fund, part of the $46 million allocated during the 2024 legislative session.Last fall, $5.4 million was awarded to four rural health care organizations that demonstrated their ability to immediately implement services.
"Every New Mexican deserves access to quality health care close to home,” Lujan Grisham said. “My administration is committed to supporting and strengthening the health care provider network. By reducing financial barriers for rural providers, this fund will expand access to care and...
Navajo Nation Speaker's written report delivered during the opening day of 2025 Winter Session
WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. — During the opening day of the 2025 Winter Council Session Jan. 27, Speaker Crystalyne Curley delivered her written report to the 25th Navajo Nation Council, focusing on advocacy, progress, community engagement, and highlighting the achievements of the Office of the Speaker during the first quarter of Fiscal Year 2025.“As we reflect on our shared journey and the teachings of our elders, I am reminded that our strength lies in our unity and commitment to one another,” Curley said. “Together, we are creating a legacy of progress and resilience that will serve as a foundation for the next 100 years. This is a historic time for the Navajo Nation, and I am honored...
Scheduled water outage for Jan. 28
The city's Water Department will be repairing a water leak Jan. 28, and multiple areas around Gallup will be affected.
The outage will affect City of Gallup water customers in the following areas:
- 2200—2400 Block of Boyd Avenue
- 500 Block of Francis Street
- 2300-2500 Fuhs Avenue
- 513 and 600 Williams Street
The outage will take place from 9 am to 5 pm.
Surrounding areas may experience low water pressure.
For any questions, call Utility Dispatch at (505) 863-1200 or after hours dispatch at 833-863-1212.
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