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This year marks the 79th anniversary of the 1947 “Roswell Incident,” when rancher W. W. Brazel and other locals discovered unusual debris resembling tinfoil and what they claimed were alien bodies on Brazel’s ranch in Roswell.

Children of all ages sifted through dirt in kid sized swimming pools locating buried loot.

For the mayor, the proclamation is about more than just the sport—it is about the community impact.

On May 12, the Water Quality Control Commission voted 7-4 to move the petition to a formal rulemaking hearing.

One year after the disastrous flood on July 8, 2025, that claimed the lives of two children and one adult, local government is focused on rebuilding with renewed safety measures and projects geared toward improving the community.

Fescue grass makes up the beautiful carpet of green with a Siberian Elm providing shade.

Artesia citizens turned out for Independence Day fun on Saturday.

Most activities will take place at Jaycee Park.

Leanne Gandy, a Republican from Tatum, came out on top over Republican Dan Lewis of Artesia by a 8-vote margin. Gandy received 999 votes to Lewis’ 991 votes.

Commander Pete Quinones will serve as acting chief until the Artesia City Council appoints a permanent chief.

The shooting was reported at about 11 p.m. in the 1000 block of South 2nd Street.

Police did not identify the woman the men were accused of kidnapping and killing.