Michael Smith

TAOS — Public land is central to life in North Central New Mexico, and that way of life is at a precipice.

.Salado Isolation Mining Contractors (SIMCO), a subsidiary of international construction company Bechtel, officially took over the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant’s operations Feb. 5, 2023, replacing Nuclear Waste Partnership (NWP) which held the contract for the previous 10 years.

Federal agencies manage some of southern New Mexico’s biggest economic drivers, and Republican lawmakers warned they could be facing funding cuts in response to the state administration’s apparent opposition to President Donald Trump.

Prominent Democrat leaders are trying to mislead folks into thinking President Donald Trump is unnecessarily targeting states and local governments with no just cause.

Here is a look at some of the law enforcement activity in Artesia.

A pair of Republican congresspeople – one from West Texas and the other from Kansas – argued that without a legislative remedy, an imperiled lizard could threaten the U.S. oil and gas industry.

Our lives are filled with numbers.

The recent push for the Equalization Act, which aims to impose higher taxes on the oil and gas sector, flies in the face of these established principles.

Cal Thomas Last week, President Trump announced the establishment of a White House Faith Office. Its purpose, as described in a White House announcement, is...

 This mother was a great mother.  Her faith in Christ was unshakable.

Artesia General Hospital is expanding its women’s healthcare services with the opening of the Vibrant Women’s Health Clinic.

The Artesia High School SkillsUSA chapter has had a year full of achievements and growth, showcasing the dedication and skill of its students.