Michael Smith

Walter Brueggemann died last week. You likely have never heard his name.

Good fishing conditions abound at all lakes and streams in New Mexico this week as various species are being caught by anglers.

Artesia has two new memorials honoring the families of military members.

Artesia General Hospital (AGH) announced the next class for its Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) Program, a nationally accredited nine-month hybrid training course through the AGH Advanced Learning Center. Designed to prepare students for healthcare environments, the program will begin September 2025, and is now accepting applications through Friday, July 3, 2025.

New Mexico-bred Harken and jockey Sergio Becerra Jr., the 2-1 morning line favorite in Saturday’s running of the Mountain Top Derby, will race for more than a trophy and the winner’s share of the $200,000 purse.

RUIDOSO DOWNS – Trainer Xavier Rodriguez and the ownership group led by La Feliz Montana Ranch continued their winning ways June 8 at Ruidoso Downs Race Track as their 2-year-old quarter horse Political Twist scored a length and a half victory in the $1 million Ruidoso Futurity.

FDD Dreams paid $3 to win on a $2 bet, while Little Vaquero paid $5 to place.

Everybody who was here a year ago has a story about what they did when they realized the South Fork Fire was out of control and coming our way. Here’s mine.

Lars Nielson, a father of four, said teaching his kids to make the right decisions at a young age is both enjoyable and a priority.

Dignitaries from everywhere gathered in Artesia Tuesday.

Jingle Wood’s four-length victory in trials for the $350,000 Mountain Top Futurity on May 30 was an eye-opener for racing fans at Ruidoso Downs, including trainer Clint Crawford. The gelding’s race time of 17.608 seconds at 350-yards was fastest that day.

Rodriguez leads a dedicated team of specialists in providing advanced, compassionate care to patients with chronic and non-healing wounds.