Efforts to open a lowrider museum in Española faced a setback after Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham issued a line item veto on March 11, for $500,000 that was promised for efforts to get the museum created.

Feds to spend $230M to buy out Ruidoso properties threatened by floods

NewsMarch 25, 2026

The plan will see the federal agency pay local landowners for their properties if they are proven to be in danger of future flood damage.

The stars of Eddy County come out for a good cause

NewsMarch 25, 2026

Sandra Borges, executive director of Artesia-based nonprofit the PY Foundation won the "Mirror Ball" trophy.

SENMC health clinic opens in April in Carlsbad

NewsMarch 24, 2026

The Health Clinic at Southeast New Mexico College is piloting walk-in clinic hours to the community next month.

Police Blotter

NewsMarch 23, 2026

From the crime files of the Artesia Police Department.

Guns stolen from Carlsbad gun shop

NewsMarch 21, 2026

At least three people broke into a mail service business in Carlsbad that doubles as a gun store, making off with several firearms, police said.

Street projects, subdivision updates part of Artesia City Council meeting

NewsMarch 20, 2026

A project to repair one of Artesia’s busiest roadways on 26th Street is in its final stages as another begins on 8th Street.

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Artesia Library Announces Fall and Halloween Decoration Contest

XTERRA for the rest: A non-competitor’s look at the XTERRA World Championships

New Mexico Raises Bond Requirements for Oil and Gas Well Cleanup

Vasquez Campaigns in Carlsbad, Calls for Stronger WIPP Oversight

WIPP Plans Virtual Community Forum

New Mexico Trout Fishing Improves as October Brings Cooler Waters

Scenes from the Artesia boys’ soccer team’s 7-0 win over Portales

Artesia boys’ soccer ties Lovington at the Mack

Triathlon elite meet the public

Artesia girls’ volleyball team wins on Senior Night

Artesia Downtown Lions Club Honors Four Students of the Month

David Grousnick:Forgiveness Frees Us From the Pain of the Past

Buckin’ in the Basin Crowns Bull Riding and Ranch Bronc Champions

David Grousnick: Building Bridges Instead of Fences: A Lesson in Reconciliation

Around Town takes a look at community events in Artesia

David Grousnick: Clothe Yourselves in Faith and Join Us in Sincere Prayer

Culinary Confidential: Southwestern Pumpkin Caramel Cheesecake with Cayenne and Whipped Cream

Culinary Confidential: Classic Strawberry Shortcake with Homemade Biscuits and Whipped Cream

SENMC Circus Camp Brings Young Performers to Renaissance Festival

David Grousnick: The Parable of the Two Sons: Belief Is Shown by Actions

Sherry Robinson: Deb Haaland and Gregg Hull Must Tell New Mexico Who They Really Are

Fred Nathan: New Mexico Needs Legislative Ethics Reform to Restore Public Trust

Sherry Robinson: Pay New Mexico Legislators and Demand Stronger Ethics Rules

Paul Gessing: New Mexico Amendment 4: Legislative Pay Raise Is No Reform

Valerie Espinoza: New Mexico’s PRC Must Keep Its Doors Open to Public Participation

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