Rep. Gabe Vasquez wants to restrict public land sales, introduces federal legislation

In Vasquez’s district, more than half of the oil and gas production that drives about half of the state’s revenue occurs on federal public land leased and managed by the Bureau of Land Management, a subagency of the Department of Interior.

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In Vasquez’s district, more than half of the oil and gas production that drives about half of the state’s revenue occurs on federal public land leased and managed by the Bureau of Land Management, a subagency of the Department of Interior.

Idaho sending more radioactive waste to WIPP for the first time in 12 years

At WIPP, the Energy Department disposes of transuranic nuclear waste (TRU), which is clothing materials, equipment and other debris irradiated during nuclear activities.

Screwworm brings risk to New Mexico livestock after canine was infected in Lea County

The announcement of the New World Screwworm’s infestation in New Mexico was made Monday, June 8, hours before members of the state’s Cattle Growers’ Association gathered for a meeting at the Ruidoso Convention Center.

Artesia City Council passes budget, despite concerns. Here are the details from the May 26 meeting.

Included in the budget is an overall deficit of $11 million, which City Clerk Summer Valverde said will be overcome with part of the $18 million the city holds in reserves for its General Fund in the FY 2027 Interim Budget.
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The problem is not a lack of opportunity. The problem is a lack of leadership willing to demand that young people seize it.

Paul Gessing: Report on economic development incentives incomplete

The report had many important findings that should certainly influence the way our Legislature and next governor look at economic development.

Javier Sanchez: Deb Haaland runs on fear, possibly squashing dreams

We cannot lose our hopes one political promise at a time. What you know to be possible and what you know you can accomplish are beliefs that come from somewhere deep inside, not from political propaganda.

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Vega M. Nilsson

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,...

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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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State Sen. Pat Boone: New Mexico failed 32k young people. State needs to own it

The problem is not a lack of opportunity. The problem is a lack of leadership willing to demand that young people seize it.

Rep. Gabe Vasquez wants to restrict public land sales, introduces federal legislation

In Vasquez’s district, more than half of the oil and gas production that drives about half of the state’s revenue occurs on federal public land leased and managed by the Bureau of Land Management, a subagency of the Department of Interior.

Idaho sending more radioactive waste to WIPP for the first time in 12 years

At WIPP, the Energy Department disposes of transuranic nuclear waste (TRU), which is clothing materials, equipment and other debris irradiated during nuclear activities.

Screwworm brings risk to New Mexico livestock after canine was infected in Lea County

The announcement of the New World Screwworm’s infestation in New Mexico was made Monday, June 8, hours before members of the state’s Cattle Growers’ Association gathered for a meeting at the Ruidoso Convention Center.

Artesia City Council passes budget, despite concerns. Here are the details from the May 26 meeting.

Included in the budget is an overall deficit of $11 million, which City Clerk Summer Valverde said will be overcome with part of the $18 million the city holds in reserves for its General Fund in the FY 2027 Interim Budget.

Democrat incumbents in Congress secure nominations during June 2, primary

U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Lujan led his primary race, outpolling Matt Dodson with 181,419 votes, or 84%, according to unofficial results from the New Mexico Secretary of State’s Office. Dodson had 34,166 votes or 16%.

Federal bill would shield small oil wells from air quality rules

Pfluger argued the measure would help sustain smaller oil and gas producers, which he said are often priced out of the market by costly regulations tailored to larger operators.

Paul Gessing: Report on economic development incentives incomplete

The report had many important findings that should certainly influence the way our Legislature and next governor look at economic development.

Environmental group files lawsuit over threatened Pecos River mussel

Adrian HeddenArtesia Daily Pressachedden@currentargus.com A mussel native to the waters of the Pecos River is the subject of a federal lawsuit filed by a national...

Gentry Doolittle gives Artesia baseball a grand-slam hire

Artesia baseball has a new coach in Gentry Doolittle.

David Grousnick: the healing power of Jesus Christ

Don’t ever say that in the enormity of the cosmos God cannot care about my concerns and me.