Three things the Bulldogs did well.

Pack the Mack was a success.

In “The Church and the State,” Pastor David Grousnick considers Jesus’ command to render to Caesar while keeping God’s Kingdom as Christians’ highest priority. He argues that faith does not justify withdrawing from public life: Christians should vote, obey civic laws, and serve their communities, remembering that a single vote can change history.

Celebrate fall with light, fluffy pumpkin pancakes flavored with pumpkin purée and warm pumpkin pie spice. Folded with finely chopped walnuts and topped with crushed walnuts, warm maple syrup, and whipped cream, this indulgent breakfast or brunch favorite serves four to six and brings Bruce Lesman’s signature nostalgic, restaurant-style comfort food to the table.

First-time competitors and veteran anglers shared the spotlight during the 2026 New Mexico Bass Nation Kayak season. Noah Hoffmann won the Club Classic and Angler of the Year, while Matt Ramey, Chance Hubbard and Sean Vannoy claimed event victories. Across New Mexico, anglers faced difficult conditions, close finishes and several personal-best catches.

Artesia entered Friday night’s rivalry showdown with Roswell hoping to make a statement at Bulldog Bowl. Instead, the Bulldogs spent the night trying to...

https://youtu.be/23Smnomyesg?si=c9Lqsm9mj-ra6p21 The Artesia girls volleyball team fell to Goddard in straight sets (25-17, 26-24, and 25-20). Artesia is 13-6 on the season and 1-1 in...

New Mexico anglers can target trout, bass, catfish and more this week as conditions vary statewide. Trout fishing is very good on the San Juan River, Rio Cebolla and Fenton Lake, while Eagle Nest and Lake Maloya also produce. Bass are biting at Alto and Greene Acres lakes, with catfish active at Escondida and Oasis Park.

Southeast New Mexico College student Savanah Nava received the $1,000 Kevin and Rosa Byrne Family Scholarship from the Phi Theta Kappa Foundation. A nursing student and Alpha Rho Xi member, Nava is recognized for academic excellence, leadership, and perseverance. The scholarship supports high-achieving community college students, with preference for those who have experienced foster care.

Despite abundant oil revenue, New Mexico’s economy remains stagnant, with slow job and wage growth. The state’s $75 billion sovereign wealth fund and projected surplus create an opportunity for bold change. This opinion piece endorses Gregg Hull’s proposal to eliminate the personal income tax, arguing it could improve affordability, attract residents, encourage entrepreneurship, and diversify jobs.

Artesia’s 43rd annual Balloons & Tunes Festival returns Nov. 6-8 at Eagle Draw Park with sunrise balloon launches, tethered rides, food trucks, markets, a beer garden and live entertainment. Highlights include a Saturday inflatable-costume race, petting zoo, Day Late Dollar Short concert, fire dancer Shannon Newton and a fire concert featuring the Bulldog Band and cheerleaders.

Scenes from Artesia boys soccer match.