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NMGOP treasurer arrested in fatal hit and run. Here is what we know about Kimberly Skaggs

According to court records, at 2:46 p.m. on Monday June 22, deputies police responded to calls of a bicyclist who had been struck by a black Cadillac Escalade on Fairacres Road west of Las Cruces.

Artesia children and families partake in Dino Fun Run at Artesia Public Library

The Dino Fun Run was part of the library's summer reading program.

Artesia Public Library Summer Reading Program winds down

The program continues through July.

Officials look to stop screwworm spread that was discovered in Lea County earlier this month

The New World screwworm is a fly that lands on cattle and burrows into their flesh, laying eggs that hatch into larvae and feed on the animal, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. If infected cattle are not treated quickly, the parasite can prove deadly.

‘Roadless rule’ could affect Lincoln National Forest as Sen. Heinrich calls it a “Trojan Horse”

The so-called “Roadless Rule,” adopted in 2001 by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, affects about 45 million acres of federal public land in the U.S., including 1.6 million acres in New Mexico national forests.

WIPP halts waste disposal and might be on hold until August, per officials

At WIPP, the Energy Department disposes of transuranic nuclear waste (TRU), which is clothing materials, equipment and other debris irradiated during nuclear activities.

Oliver suspends Lt. Gov. campaign cites health concerns in online statement

“This has been an incredibly difficult decision, but a necessary one,” she wrote on Facebook.

Report: GPS ‘jamming’ behind Capitan medical plane crash that killed 4, ignited wildfire

A preliminary investigative report published June 17 by the National Transportation Safety Board showed the plane lost navigational capabilities.

Artesia residents celebrate family, community spirit at Oil Patch Market with lots of activities

The market, held the second Saturday of each month from May through December, was established as a venue for residents and visitors to find wholesome, small batch foods that reflect the flavors and spirit of southeastern New Mexico.

A $25,000 hat? Here’s the story of Milton Johnson, and the stories woven at Montecristi Hat Works in Santa Fe

These Panama hats, however, may not be what you think of when you think of Panama hats.

‘Magical realism’ defines decades-long career of iconic New Mexico hatmaker Milton Johnson at Montecristi Hat Works

At 81 years old, Johnson still has the gleam, the spark, despite fighting the exigencies of life.

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