Michael Smith

Anthony Barrera had a proud family moment as the New Mexico Bass Nation (NMBN) Kayak Series opened a new season March 21 at Conchas Lake.

A grand opening event was held in Artesia Friday, March 27 for a new partnership between Allsup’s convenience stores and Sinclair Oil.

The Flying J Ranch, the pinnacle of chuckwagon supper and western entertainment in Ruidoso since 1982, has closed operations, listed the property for sale and will not be offering nightly shows this summer, according to longtime owners James and Cindy Hobbs.

Texas House Speaker Dustin Burrows has directed a new committee to study the secession of New Mexico counties to Texas.

Troy Yarbrough and his family not only traveled 131 miles to Artesia for the annual Main Event Car Show and Cruise, they brought along four classic vehicles to show at the March 27-28 event.

Eddy County residents gathered along the Pecos River in Carlsbad for fishing.

Those arrested are considered innocent until proven guilty,

I’ve always loved how the holiday blends reflection with celebration. It’s thoughtful, yet joyful. And the table should mirror that feeling — elegant but welcoming, impressive yet deeply comforting.

Drive through Ruidoso or into the Sacramento Mountains today, and you’ll see the problem: forests choked with dead timber, dense overgrowth, large burn scars, and millions of acres that have become nothing more than tinderboxes. This didn’t happen by accident.

"A Living Portrait of the Last Supper" was directed by Sandy Schuetz

Barela is currently an Otero County Commissioner and running for reelection.

Terry Hill survived a recount to maintain his seat on the Artesia City Council, confirming the razor-thin 214-210 vote.