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Artesia native named new director for kayak fishing tournaments

Sports
A fishing tournament in Carlsbad and a nighttime fishing tournament at Conchas Lake highlight the 2026 New Mexico Bass Nation Kayak Anglers schedule, said incoming tournament director Anthony Barrera.

Artesia’s Vega reaches 1,000-point milestone

Sports
For Braylon Vega, the silky-smooth-shooting guard on the Artesia boys basketball team, his life changed when he transferred from Hobbs to Artesia.

Police blotter

News
Information is published from the crime files of the Artesia Police Department. Suspects are innocent until proven guilty.

Around Town

Community
A look at community events in Artesia.

Opinion: The folly of ‘energy transition’

Opinion
It is an absolute fact the emissions associated with the generation of reliable, affordable, and available electricity correlate directly with economic well being and prosperity.

Trout remain popular in Lincoln County lakes

Sports
Trout-fishing conditions have not changed at the popular waters in and around Ruidoso this week.

God is good for the past, present and future

Lifestyle
 In the spiritual realm, there are a few important truths worth highlighting. God does not change. He is the same today as He was at the beginning of time, and He will be the same for all eternity.

Culinary Confidential Heavenly Deep-Fried Stuffed French Toast with Sweet Cream

Lifestyle
A mimosa is the perfect companion to rich brunch fare—bright, celebratory, and effortless.

Opinion: Movies give us heroes. History gives us flawed giants

Opinion
After Taos Pueblo objected to the name of Kit Carson Park in Taos, the town council voted in November to change it to Red Willow Park; this pueblo calls itself the Red Willow People.

Sloths arrive at Alamogordo zoo

Community
Two new animals will be hanging around the Alameda Park Zoo.

Murder trials to watch in 2026

News
Several Carlsbad area murder suspects could stand trial this year in Eddy County District Court.

Candidates file for March Artesia city elections

News
 Some familiar names could return to the Artesia City Council and a new mayor will take office after the March 3 municipal elections.
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