October’s cooling temperatures are creating favorable trout-fishing conditions across northern New Mexico. Anglers found good success with PowerBait at Lake Maloya, Pat’s Rubber Legs on the Pecos River, and olive streamers near Questa on the Rio Grande. Rainbow trout fishing was exceptionally good in the San Juan River’s quality waters near Farmington using nightcrawlers.
The Artesia boys’ soccer team opened district play with a victory over Portales on Saturday at Robert Chase Field, giving the Bulldogs a memorable Senior Night.
After moving 6,830 miles from Cameroon to Roswell, sophomore Debrice Ashung has become a standout four-sport varsity athlete. The soccer forward leads New Mexico with 29 goals during Roswell’s 11-1 season while also competing in basketball, track and football. His journey reflects resilience, gratitude and a commitment to encouraging teammates on and off the field.