Artesia Community Walk Honors Sandy Hook Victims and Promotes School Safety

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Rain Thursday did not dampen Artesia residents’ spirits as students, staff, community leaders and Mayor Jeff Youtsey joined a 30-minute indoor walk at Zia Intermediate School.

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Who decides what comes next for the Ruidoso Downs Race Track and Casino?

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Ownership of the race track and it’s property is divided between the Miller trust, the Ruidoso Jockey Club, the Village of Ruidoso and the Trotters.

David Grousnick: The Parable of the Two Sons: Belief Is Shown by Actions

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During election season, discerning truth requires more than listening to candidates’ promises; their actions, character, consistency, and follow-through matter. Reflecting on Matthew 21:23-32, this devotional contrasts words with genuine belief, reminding readers that faith is demonstrated through action. Jesus’ parable also reveals God’s surprising grace and welcomes even those society considers sinners into the Kingdom.

Scenes from the Lady ‘Dogs’ win over Carlsbad

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Artesia girls volleyball defeats Carlsbad in straight sets.

Three keys to defeating Alamogordo

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3 Keys to a win over Alamogordo.
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Javier Sanchez: Altruism Is More Than Selfless Acts—It’s Living With God

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In this reflection on altruism, the writer questions whether completely selfless acts are possible and considers why helping others matters. Experiences at a leadership workshop and Notre Dame’s Grotto lead to a spiritual conclusion: altruism is not about personal benefit or even helping someone else, but living with God and helping humanity realize its highest potential.

Charles Sullivan: New Mexico Legislators’ Pension Plan Offers Outsize Rewards

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A New Mexico constitutional amendment would replace legislators’ $247 daily per diem with an annual salary of about $67,800. The proposal raises scrutiny of the state’s unusually generous pension system, which allows legislators to retire after 10 years at any age and immediately collect benefits. One hypothetical legislator’s pension could exceed $2.18 million with cost-of-living increases.

Cal Thomas: AI and Doomsday: Should We Panic or Proceed With Caution?

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Historical doomsday predictions—from the Maya Apocalypse and Harold Camping’s prophecies to Halley’s Comet and a “prophetic” hen—have repeatedly failed. While AI insiders warn that artificial intelligence could threaten humanity, caution rather than panic is warranted. Guardrails may be necessary to prevent misuse, but nuclear weapons remain a more immediate danger to human survival.

Obituaries

Warren Louis (W.L.) Gray passed away quietly at his home in Kyle, TX on June 28, 2026 at the age of 91.

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Dub married his high school sweetheart, Dewana Lou Berry, one week after her graduation in 1955.

Vega M. Nilsson

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Vega M. Nilsson, a long-time resident of Artesia, New Mexico passed away at home on December 29, 2025, at the age of 87. Vega was born in Brooklyn, New York to Fredrik and Hilda Nilsson,...

Garrett Romine

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It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Garrett Walter Romine, who was taken from us far too soon.  Although his time with us was brief, his impact on everyone who...

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Artesia Community Walk Honors Sandy Hook Victims and Promotes School Safety

News
Rain Thursday did not dampen Artesia residents’ spirits as students, staff, community leaders and Mayor Jeff Youtsey joined a 30-minute indoor walk at Zia Intermediate School.

Who decides what comes next for the Ruidoso Downs Race Track and Casino?

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Ownership of the race track and it’s property is divided between the Miller trust, the Ruidoso Jockey Club, the Village of Ruidoso and the Trotters.

David Grousnick: The Parable of the Two Sons: Belief Is Shown by Actions

Lifestyle
During election season, discerning truth requires more than listening to candidates’ promises; their actions, character, consistency, and follow-through matter. Reflecting on Matthew 21:23-32, this devotional contrasts words with genuine belief, reminding readers that faith is demonstrated through action. Jesus’ parable also reveals God’s surprising grace and welcomes even those society considers sinners into the Kingdom.

Scenes from the Lady ‘Dogs’ win over Carlsbad

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Artesia girls volleyball defeats Carlsbad in straight sets.

Three keys to defeating Alamogordo

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3 Keys to a win over Alamogordo.

Yarn United Brings Artesia Crocheters Together at the Public Library

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Since 2017, Yarn United has brought Artesia residents together at the Artesia Public Library to crochet blankets, quilts and Worry Worms. The group meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month, sharing projects, techniques and yarn. For more information, contact the library at 575-746-4252.

Javier Sanchez: Altruism Is More Than Selfless Acts—It’s Living With God

Opinion
In this reflection on altruism, the writer questions whether completely selfless acts are possible and considers why helping others matters. Experiences at a leadership workshop and Notre Dame’s Grotto lead to a spiritual conclusion: altruism is not about personal benefit or even helping someone else, but living with God and helping humanity realize its highest potential.

Artesia girls’ volleyball team defeats Carlsbad at home

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Artesia girls volleyball team wins over Carlsbad.

Three good things the Bulldogs did against Gadsden

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Bulldogs celebrate another score.

Southeast New Mexico Under Flood Watch as Heavy Rain Threatens region

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The two days of rainfall also bring the possibility of flooding across the state, and significant rises in water levels in the Pecos River, Rio Felix and other rivers in southeast New Mexico that could meet or exceed their banks.

Popular New Mexico country dance band plays in Artesia this weekend

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Time is near for the Red Dirt Black Gold Festival.

Jonathan Chavez Chases NMBNK Kayak Classic Title in Family Showdown

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After winning the New Mexico Bass Nation Kayak series youth championship at Conchas Lake in July, Artesia senior Jonathan Chavez returns to compete in the NMBNK Classic Championship. The season-ending tournament begins Saturday at Ute Lake and concludes Sunday at Conchas Lake, where Chavez will face his brother Matt and uncle Anthony Barrera in a family rivalry.
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