Michael Smith

Mescalero woman charged in bomb threats at Alamogordo health clinic

An employee at Christus Health was charged March 30 with making a bomb threat to her employer in 2024

Gregg Hull touts industry support in Artesia

Hull was elected to his third term as mayor of Sandoval County’s biggest city in 2022 and is one of two candidates vying for front-runner status in the June 2 primary.

Foundation responds to court dismissal of EV lawsuit

A New Mexico District Court, presided over by Judge David Finger, has dismissed the Foundation’s legal challenge to the Construction Industries Division (CID) regulation requiring EV charging infrastructure in all new commercial and residential construction across the state.

Renowned Ruidoso artist Gordon Snidow dies at 89

Gordon Snidow, considered one of the most popular Western-themed artists of his generation, died Sunday, April 12, at his home in Ruidoso. He was 89.

Culinary Confidential:Southwest Carne Asada with Calabacitas brings out southwestern flavors

There’s something about the flavors of the Southwest that feel both rugged and refined at the same time—fire-kissed meats, bright citrus, and the unmistakable depth of roasted Hatch chiles.

Jon Green murder-for-hire conviction to be affirmed by Appeals Court

Jon Green was dealt another blow in court after an appeals judge sought to affirm his conviction for attempting to have his ex-wife killed.

Artesia elementary school hosts career fair for kids

People from government, the medical field and industry gathered for the fifth annual career fair.

Maralyn Beck: CYFD should be first priority of governor-elect

If you seek to isolate CYFD away from “political influence” because you don’t trust the cabinet secretary charged with leading the department, you are blaming the wrong person.

Regional infant hearing testing center opens, bringing early support to families in Artesia and surrounding areas

A new regional infant and hearing testing center in Artesia means fewer trips to Albuquerque for screenings of newborn babies, officials say.

WIPP proposes nuke waste route through Hobbs from Seminole

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

Artesia Public Library hosts Tiny Art Show and National Public Library Week activities

Art creations under six inches are on display through April 30 at the Artesia Public Library.

Rick Smith: Have You Been Born Again?

It was Nicodemus that first heard from our Savior the words, “Except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God.”

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