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Artesia’s top stories of 2025

Wildfires, politics and tragic criminal trials topped the list of the Artesia Daily Press’ most popular stories in 2025.

Keithley’s Korner predictions: Hello AI, bye-bye Jimmy Fallon

Raise a glass to 2026 with a bright outlook for peace, prosperity and happiness.

Artesians celebrating New Year’s with a bang

Artesia residents wanting to buy fireworks to celebrate 2026 made a last-minute stop at Amy’s Fireworks on First Street on Wednesday.

Artesia Police blotter

Information provided by the Artesia Police Department.

Cannon sets air show for June 6

As part of the air show, the base plans to host a fly-in and car show.

4-H reaching out to urban members

In New Mexico, more than 40,000 youth from all 33 counties engage in 4-H activities offered through NMSU’s Cooperative Extension Service.

Yvette Herrell tapped by Trump for post at USDA

Former U.S. Rep. Yvette Herrell was confirmed last week by Congress to a leadership role in the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

WIPP taking more waste from Washington

The U.S. Department of Energy said 130 large waste containers were recently exhumed from two underground storage sites at the federal Hanford Site in the southern region of Washington.

WIPP subcontractor marks 50 years in business

At WIPP, the Energy Department disposes of transuranic nuclear waste (TRU).

Duke Rodriguez announces campaign for governor of NM

Rodriguez is a longtime New Mexico entrepreneur, health care executive, and former Cabinet secretary.

Yes Virginia, there is a Santa Claus

The response to Virginia’s letter by one of the paper’s editors, Francis Pharcellus Church, remains the most reprinted editorial ever to run in any newspaper.

White Sands National Park ranger shares his love of the outdoors

Looking at the photos on Brian Powers’ Instagram page, it’s easy to see his love for the wonders of nature.

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