Michael Smith

Rep.Vasquez launches 2026 reelection bid

His top priorities include lowering the cost of living, protecting access to affordable health care, border security and immigration reform, keeping communities safe and safeguarding New Mexico’s public lands, according to a press release.

National Guard to be deployed to Española

Española will be the second New Mexico city to receive National Guard troops.

New Mexico outshines Colorado in tourism attractions but not numbers

My plan was simple. I was going to meet my brother and his family at a favorite haunt in western Colorado. I’m no longer 50, when I drove great distances without a care, so I figured I’d drive as far as I could, grab a motel room and finish the next day.

County approves with $5.7M courthouse renovation

Eddy County commissioners voted unanimously Tuesday to proceed with a $5.7 million plan for exterior renovation of the county courthouse.

Catfish and trout are biting at New Mexico lakes

Fall has officially arrived but the change of seasons has not changed fishing conditions at New Mexico lakes and streams.

The Rich Man and Lazarus

What parable could induce a man, who was recognized as one of the best concert organists in all of Europe, go to a place where there were no organs to play.

Artesia unites for Day of Caring

Volunteers rolled up their sleeves and traded a regular workday for some hard work serving local nonprofits during United Way of Eddy County’s Eighth Annual Day of Caring on Sept. 18.

Lawmakers divided on special session agenda

In a press release, the governor shared a few actions that lawmakers may consider in response to federal cuts from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.

2025 XTERRA World Cup concludes with champions crowned in Trentino

Next year, the championships will return to the U.S., where they began in Maui, Hawaii 30 years ago, but this time amid the Sacramento Mountains in Ruidoso, New Mexico.

Jimmy Kimmel, free speech and the FCC

The “indefinite suspension” of Jimmy Kimmel from his late-night show on ABC has unleashed a torrent of criticism or praise, depending on which ideological side one stands, despite the short suspension now having been lifted.

Yard of the Week

After 14 years of residing at 2204 W Bullock, Randy and Melanie Dipple have finally gotten their yard about where they want it.

Eddy County prepares for general election

Preparations are underway for the regular local election planned for Tuesday, Nov. 4.

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