April 12, 2025
News

Artesia officials ready for air show
Traffic at the Artesia Airport is expected to be heavy when Roswell hosts the National Championship Air Races (NCAR) in September.
Read MoreArtesia officials ready for air showEntertainment guide offered to readers
While it’s true that men and women are circling the globe in space, writing “personal” letters with help from AI robots, and counting on “Alexa” to remember the kids’ birthdays, life on most days can still be fairly down to earth and often frustrating.
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Southeast GOP blocks oil bills, frustrated by crime inaction
Republicans in southeast New Mexico said they were successful in blocking several bills that would have upped regulations on oil and gas operators during the 2025 legislative session, but chided Democrats who control the Legislature for not addressing public safety and crime.
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Millions go to counties, cities for capital outlay projects via bill
About $1.2 billion in local infrastructure projects throughout New Mexico will be funded after lawmakers passed House Bill 450 on March 20, two days before the end of the 2025 Legislative Session.
Read MoreMillions go to counties, cities for capital outlay projects via bill
Police investigating double shooting at Clayton and 11th
A man and woman were shot in the early morning hours of Thursday, April 3, and Artesia police are looking for suspects.
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El Rito Sports Editor JT Keith creates memories for local athletes
Keith’s first day was Feb. 10, tasked with overseeing all sports coverage for two of El Rito Media’s southern New Mexico newspapers.
Read MoreEl Rito Sports Editor JT Keith creates memories for local athletes
Adrian Hedden is managing editor of the Artesia Daily Press
Senior reporter Adrian Hedden was promoted to managing editor of the Carlsbad Current-Argus and Artesia Daily Press.
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New reservoir proposed for Jaycee Park
The reservoir would help with fighting wildfires and be used for recreational fishing.
Read MoreNew reservoir proposed for Jaycee Park
No happy ending, Mother and son sentenced in massage parlor prostitution ring
A woman police said led a prostitution ring at massage parlors throughout southeast New Mexico and West Texas was sentenced to a year in federal prison, while her son was released from custody after being charged for his role in the criminal enterprise.
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REMINDER The Main Event Car Show & Cruise starts Friday
Get ready for a trip down memory lane.
Read MoreREMINDER The Main Event Car Show & Cruise starts Friday