April 2, 2026
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New Mexico GOP chair defiant amid calls to step down
Barela is currently an Otero County Commissioner and running for reelection.
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Hill wins recount for District 4 seat. Artesia Mayor, other councilors sworn in
Terry Hill survived a recount to maintain his seat on the Artesia City Council, confirming the razor-thin 214-210 vote.
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Artesians to name new roads at ‘Legends’ subdivision
The housing development will be south of West Hermosa Drive, across from Jaycee Park, and will include 74 lots for home construction in its first phase.
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Police blotter
A look at the latest arrests and crimes from the Artesia Police Department. Those arrested are innocent until proven guilty.
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Marching to remember those who lost their lives in the Philippines
More than 4,500 marchers participated in the 37th annual Bataan Memorial Death March at White Sands Missile Range on Saturday March 21, thanks to the hard work of the dedicated volunteers and support staff.
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Artesia Downtown Lions Club honors March Students
Here's a look at students honored by the Artesia Downtown Lions Club.
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Tularosa beekeeper prepares for the spring season
Bloom sells his honey under the label Blue Acres and can be reached via Facebook.
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Vintage rides gather in Artesia for 27th year
Main Event Car Show and Cruise returns for another year.
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Feds plan May oil and gas land sale for 33K of federal public lands
Included in the sale are 74 tracts of land, spread between southeast New Mexico and West Texas.
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$235M is planned to buyout, restore flood-damaged properties in Ruidoso
A federal program could help restore properties decimated by the destructive wildfires and floods that plagued Ruidoso over the past two years.
Read More$235M is planned to buyout, restore flood-damaged properties in Ruidoso