Michael Smith

Mill Levy essential for our community

Let me be clear—voting YES on the mill levy will not raise your taxes.

Drier weather awaits anglers at New Mexico lakes and streams

In southeast New Mexico, fishing for largemouth bass was slow to fair when using crankbaits at Carlsbad Municipal Lake.

Music performance highlights local talent

For Meg Bohls, teaching music is about more than just notes and chords.

Artesia General certified in infection prevention

Artesia General Hospital (AGH) announced the renewal of its Certification in Infection Prevention (CIP) from DNV Healthcare USA Inc., a nationally recognized accrediting body. This three-year re-certification is valid through March 12, 2028.

The Trump counterrevolution and the moral ledger

No country can long endure without sovereignty and security -- or with 10 to 12 million illegal immigrants crossing the border and half a million criminal foreign nationals roaming freely.

Faith and family keeps Artesia mom balanced

Born 53 years ago at the Fort Bliss Army installation in El Paso to a teenage mother, Renee Kraft was adopted at six weeks of age and grew up in Kermit, Texas.

New county building project underway

Eddy County Commissioners opted last year to move forward with a proposal to shift both the county’s administrative office and its jail from Carlsbad’s downtown area.

Magical May Moments

Post-secondary education is not compulsory. It is up to a student to invest money, time, and effort in pursuing a college degree.

Please God, make the next pope like the last one

The conclave of cardinals is set to begin their deliberations on May 7.

Nobody considers Social Security an entitlement

In New Mexico, 468,000 people get a Social Security check. Another 55,000 receive Supplemental Security Income.

Preaching the Gospel to Ourselves

 As a Christian I cherish the hymns.  I have many favorites, both old and new that are a blessing to me.

Artesia represented at Special Olympics Summer Games

The Area IV Special Olympics Summer Games were in Carlsbad Saturday.

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