March 15, 2025
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Superkids donate to Thirst Responders drive
Artesia Police Department officers work to load cases of water following the Cpl. D. Robert Harvey Thirst Responders Drive, held at Hermosa Elementary School. In total, the Superkids collected more than 600 cases of water for local first responders. 'We appreciate all the Superkids, local sponsors, APS staff and the Harvey Family for this event,' the APD said in a Facebook post. 'We also appreciate serving such a generous city and local community that supports their first responders!' Below, first responders speak to the students during the presentation assembly.
Read MoreSuperkids donate to Thirst Responders driveUSFS provides update on Blue 2 Fire burning near Ruidoso
RUIDOSO -- The U.S. Forest Service reported Saturday afternoon that the Blue 2 Fire burning near Ruidoso was at 14% containment.
Read MoreUSFS provides update on Blue 2 Fire burning near RuidosoCounty commission to meet Tuesday in Carlsbad
CARLSBAD -- The Eddy County Commission will have one public hearing on its docket during a regularly scheduled meeting Tuesday in Carlsbad. Following a period for public comment, the board will host the public hearing to consider an ordinance granting a non-exclusive franchise to New Mexico Gas Co.
Read MoreCounty commission to meet Tuesday in CarlsbadFungus that causes whitenose syndrome detected at Caverns
CARLSBAD — In early May, swabs collected from cave Myotis bats in the Left Hand Tunnel area of Carlsbad Cavern and near the Rattlesnake Springs day-use area tested positive for Pseudogymnoascus destructans (Pd), the fungus that causes white-nose syndrome (WNS).
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The Artesia High School Student
The Artesia High School Student Council has launched its game-day apparel for the 2024-25 season. Fans can now purchase a variety of products at great prices; there’s something for everyone in the collection so you can show your support for the team in style. All orders must be placed online by July 24. Use promo code BULLDOG to remove the shipping cost. Pick-up will be available at the AHS office Aug. 16 and 19. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gear up for the games and give back to the Student Council, and don’t forget to share with your fellow Bulldog fans!
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Chase Scholars
Chase Scholars will be performing community service for senior citizens June 19-21. Students will be in groups with an adult supervisor and will be available for yard work, cleaning exterior windows, and various odd jobs. Students will not be painting. Sign-ups for those needing work done are available at the Senior MealSite, the Senior Center, the Artesia Chamber of Commerce, and KSVP. For more information, contact Ginny at the Chase Foundation, 575-746-4610.
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Primary Election Day
Primary Election Day is Tuesday, June 4. Those voting absentee by mail who did not have their ballots postmarked by May 28 may drop ballots off at any polling site on Election Day.
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The Bookworm Sez
c.2024, various publishers $28 - $36 • various page counts He already has a blue tie. And a yellow one, a plaid one, and one that looks like a fish.
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Inspired by Science to be honored at STEMYS
CARLSBAD -- Inspired by Science will be honored this month with a STEMY award for Nonprofit of the Year. The 2024 New Mexico Excellence in STEM Awards (STEMYS), hosted by the Air Force Research Lab Tech Engagement Office and Q Station, will be presented during a formal ceremony June 21 in Albuquerque.
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HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE -- The Legacy of Liberty Air Show will open at 9 a.m. today at Holloman Air Force Base in Alamogordo.
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