LAS CRUCES – New Mexico-based agricultural businesses may now apply for internship funding through the New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) Agricultural Workforce Development (AWD) Program. The goal of the AWD Program is to create opportunities for young and beginning farmers and ranchers, including students, to gain work experience in agriculture that can turn into careers and thus support New Mexico’s agricultural future.
-- Artesia Clean & Beautiful is sponsoring its Yard of the Week contest now through September. Colorful, attractive, wellgroomed lawns with curb appeal meet the qualifications. To nominate a yard worthy of the title, contact Linda at 575-513-0143 or the AC&B office at 575748-3192. ----------------- HEAD START ENROLLMENT -- Head Start is currently enrolling 3- and 4-year-olds for its 2024-25 program year. Children must turn 3 by Sept. 1. To schedule an enrollment appointment, call 575-748-1141. Parents or guardians will be asked to bring the child’s birth certificate and immunization records, verification of income (2023 tax return or SNAP), and a Medicaid or private insurance card.
ALAMOGORDO – Sitting Bull Falls, an historic recreation area on the Guadalupe Ranger District, Lincoln National Forest, has expanded its hours and will remain open seven days a week during the summer season.
-- The City of Artesia is informing the public that West Richardson Avenue from Fifth to Sixth streets will be closed from 4:30-7:30 p.m. Friday, July 12, for the Artesia Public Library’s Family Field Day. For more information, call the library at 575-746-4252. ----------------- PAWS & CLAWS -- Paws & Claws will distribute spay and neuter certificates to Eddy County residents only at 9 a.m. Saturday, July 6, at the Artesia Animal Shelter, 501 Paddy Wagon Way. Saving spots in line is prohibited; one certificate per household. Donations are appreciated. ----------------- PRAYER WALK -- A True Unity Prayer Walk will be held around 7 p.m. Thursday, July 4, in the northeast area of Jaycee Park. The public is invited to join in two prayers and the singing of “Amazing Grace.” The event will take fewer than 30 minutes.
Looking back 40, 30 and 20 years ago, the following are excerpts from the Artesia Daily Press. 40 years ago June 23-29, 1984 The Supreme Court today reinstated a key Reagan administration policy that eases air pollution rules.
Names: Samuel, Liam Ages: 12, 11 Their Story: Samuel is a talented student who likes arts and crafts. Origami and LEGOs are his thing! He also enjoys making you laugh. Liam is compassionate, ontask and able to make positive self-statements. He is thoughtful and likes to be silly around those he is comfortable with. Liam’s also in a school LEGO club. Samuel and Liam have taken jiu-jitsu and seem to enjoy this activity.
RUIDOSO -- Residents of Ruidoso and Ruidoso Downs learned Saturday that they will be allowed to return to the communities beginning Monday. Local, full-time residents only will be allowed to begin entering Ruidoso and Ruidoso Downs at 8 a.m.
