Sports

Braxton Letcher wins High School State Finals

He also competed in Australia in the International Challenge against Team Australia. Letcher finished in second place at the Mount Isa Mines Rodeo.

Sports Calendar 

A look at ongoing recreational activities in Artesia.

G&F offers awards for big fish

Some anglers set out to catch a lot of fish, or maybe a variety of species – and some just want to land a big one. The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish has a fishing challenge just for them, the Master Angler Award Program.

Summer rains don’t hurt fishing

Fishing for some of New Mexico’s favorite species have been unhampered by the summer monsoons as conditions are reported fair to good across parts of the state.

Disc golf aids in sobriety for Artesia grad 

For Turner, 44, working out and disc golf have been a life-changing experience since getting his second driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI) offense in his Mustang at 10 p.m. October 30, 2022.

New Mexico trout love caddisflies

All species of trout appreciate a good meal of caddisflies.

King Estate fastest in trials for Zia Futurity

RUIDOSO DOWNS – King Estate, a 2-year-old New Mexico-bred gelding, raced away from the field to win the third trial at Ruidoso Downs July 4.

July 4th Switch Cornhole Tournament 

The event celebrated Independence Day, with a turnout of over 30 players.

New Mexico trout love caddisflies

All species of trout appreciate a good meal of caddisflies.

Sedillo barn gears up for weekend

Veteran trainer Tony Sedillo hopes to dominate this weekend’s trials for the Zia Futurity and Zia Derby.

Artesia girls’ basketball camp breaks attendance record 

The 105 campers in attendance broke last year’s record of 80.  

Bass fishers duel for recognition

New Mexico anglers are being challenged by the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish to catch four species of bass that swim in lakes and streams across the state.

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