Michael Smith

Sherry Robinson: A few bright spots as New Mexico faces fire season

A Zia Pueblo farmer I know is debating how much corn to plant this year. “There’s no snow in the mountains,” he says. Irrigation will be tight, and he’s reluctant to draw from a pond he might need for emergencies.

Perfect conditions make it a prime time to fish on all New Mexico waters

Here is a look at the latest fishing conditions across the state.

Fly fishing comes to the big screen in Alamogordo as part of an ongoing series

This anthology of short films is sponsored by the Mesilla Valley Fly Fishers, a local angling group, and the Gila/Rio Grande Chapter of Trout Unlimited that encompasses southern New Mexico.

Here are the latest arrests and crimes reported by Artesia police

Those arrested are considered innocent, until proven guilty.

Letter to the Editor: Antonio Fernandez Jr. family thanks community

We are especially thankful for the many prayers that were offered.

Missi Currier: Proud to Be Here, Ready to Be Seen for oil and gas work

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham and Speaker Javier Martinez both acknowledged the importance of southeast New Mexico by summarily dismissing Speaker Burrows’ idea.

Earthquake jolts Eddy County Monday with epicenter near Atoka

No property damage of injuries were reported by officials in the earthquake that shook Carlsbad and Artesia this week, but it rattled area residents who felt it.

NM House District 66 candidates make their cases to voters ahead of June Primary

LeAnne Gandy, Dan Lewis and Trinidad Malone each seek to fill the District 66 New Mexico House seat set to be vacated by Rep. Jimmy Mason who opted not to seek another term.

New Artesia Mayor, city council sworn in during ceremony at senior center

Jeff Youtsey said he planned to keep Artesia “moving forward” as its new mayor.

Accused stalker released in Roswell after agreeing to house arrest

A convicted murderer, accused of stalking his soon-to-be ex-wife, was released on house arrest in Roswell, after he agreed to waive a preliminary hearing.

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