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Karen Waldrip looks to retain ASHD seat

She is a pharmacist at Lowell’s Pharmacy and is seeking re-election in District 5 for the Artesia Special Hospital District Board of Directors.

Human remains found by police

A train conductor with BNSF alerted police to the remains at about 2:50 p.m. Monday, Sept. 29.

City looking into ‘micromobility’

The city of Artesia is grappling with evolving modes of transportation used by residents and the resulting safety issues.

Trinity Site 80th anniversary commemoration: The bunkers

South 10k was the control center for all test activities and where the device was triggered. Due to deterioration, the Army dismantled South 10k in 1965, leaving only a concrete slab to mark this historic location.

David Romine says current ASHD lacks transparency

David Romine, 78, is a retired rancher, construction worker and business consultant. He was raised in Athens, Ohio and has lived in New Mexico since 1979.

New Mexico says measles outbreak over

New Mexico’s measles outbreak is over, said state health officials after more than a month without a reported case.

Rep.Vasquez launches 2026 reelection bid

His top priorities include lowering the cost of living, protecting access to affordable health care, border security and immigration reform, keeping communities safe and safeguarding New Mexico’s public lands, according to a press release.

National Guard to be deployed to Española

Española will be the second New Mexico city to receive National Guard troops.

County approves with $5.7M courthouse renovation

Eddy County commissioners voted unanimously Tuesday to proceed with a $5.7 million plan for exterior renovation of the county courthouse.

Artesia unites for Day of Caring

Volunteers rolled up their sleeves and traded a regular workday for some hard work serving local nonprofits during United Way of Eddy County’s Eighth Annual Day of Caring on Sept. 18.

Lawmakers divided on special session agenda

In a press release, the governor shared a few actions that lawmakers may consider in response to federal cuts from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.

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