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WIPP contractor staying on 3 more years

A contractor hired to oversee nuclear waste disposal near Carlsbad will continue running the facility for the next three years.

Jury rules ‘self-defense’ in murder acquittal

A smile cracked the stoic expression Damien Vasquez held throughout his murder trial as the jury read its verdict finding him not guilty.

Christmas shoppers get last minute gifts at Oil Patch Market finale

The series of nine market events at the Derrick Floor in downtown Artesia began in April, showcasing vendors from the local area and across southeast New Mexico selling a variety of wares including arts and crafts, jewelry, baked deserts, and fresh fruits and vegetables grown in season.

Debate rages on oilfield wastewater

Wastewater from oil and gas drilling could be reused by other industries next year, if a state body acts despite criticism from environmental groups.

Push to return whole milk to schools advances

The Senate’s approval of the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act could soon give schools the option to serve whole and 2% milk again.

City Council approves housing funds at special meeting

The Artesia City Council approved $500,000 for housing incentives during a special City Council meeting Monday, Dec. 15.

Health care worker compacts gain bipartisan support

A growing coalition of organizations from across the political spectrum supports New Mexico joining the interstate compacts for health care workers.

Roads that move nuclear waste could get a $20M boost

Roads used to transport nuclear waste throughout New Mexico could be maintained using $20 million in federal funds.

50 years

Mark Chino has fond memories of a steak dinner at The Inn of the Mountain Gods in 1975. He did it again Tuesday night – another New York Strip sirloin steak at Wendell’s restaurant, another $9.75 tab.

SENMC, NM Tech sign transfer agreement

The partnership creates a transfer pathway for SENMC graduates to continue their education toward four-year bachelor’s degrees at New Mexico Tech in Socorro.

Christmas season comes early to downtown Artesia

 Sitting smack in the middle of the festivities surrounding “Light Up Artesia,” singer Tayler Gothard had a unique view of the unofficial start of the holiday season in the city’s downtown business district.

Eddy County repeals business license ordinance

Eddy County will no longer require businesses to obtain a county-issued business license.

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