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Artesia Bowling team holds banquet

SportsMay 1, 2025

The Artesia Bowling team held its banquet on Monday. Here are some photos from the award winners.

What is Democratic legality?

OpinionApril 30, 2025

One serial target of Democrats and the Left has been the Supreme Court.

Food assistance provided to residents

CommunityApril 30, 2025

Fresh produce, frozen turkeys, energy drinks and water were distributed April 26 to families in Artesia as part of a Pop Up Food Distribution by the Roadrunner Food Bank.

Josh Byers returns to New Mexico as El Rito publisher

NewsApril 30, 2025

Josh Byers got his first reporting gig in fifth grade, starting the “JJ Times” with his neighborhood pal Jay Murphy in Byers’ hometown of Syracuse, New York.

The Artesia Lady ‘Dogs take possession of first place with win over Lovington

SportsApril 29, 2025

The Artesia Lady 'Dogs softball team defeated rival Lovington, 7-1, Tuesday at the Mack Chase Sports Complex.

Prohibiting housing market technology won’t resolve New Mexico housing shortage

OpinionApril 29, 2025

Analyses have emphasized the drastic undersupply of housing in New Mexico.

Artesia girls tennis team wins District 4-4A title

SportsApril 29, 2025

The Artesia Bulldogs girls' tennis team won the District 4 4A crown on Monday.

Three keys to Artesia Lady ‘Dogs softball team winning the District 4-4A crown

SportsApril 29, 2025

Artesia and Lovington will battle for the softball championship in District 4-4A on Tuesday night at Mack Chase Sports Complex.

The Artesia Lady Dogs fight back against Lovington to share first place

SportsApril 29, 2025

To avenge its loss in last year’s district season, the Artesia Lady ‘Dogs softball team needs to knock off rival Lovington before moving on to the state tournament.

Feds to lease Eddy County land for oil and gas

NewsApril 29, 2025

About 7,500 acres of public land in southeast New Mexico was scheduled to be sold to the oil and gas industry at auction July 24.

Artesia investing in police technology

NewsApril 28, 2025

A new style of barrier will be used by the Artesia Police Department after city councilors approved a donation.

Health officials report additional Eddy County measles case

NewsApril 28, 2025

New Mexico Health officials reported one additional New Mexico measles case April 25, this time an adult in Eddy County, bringing the total reported infections to 66.

Here are the latest crimes and arrests from the Artesia Police Department case files

Artesia Recreation Center Foundation seeks higher court’s overturn of EV lawsuit dismissal from lower court

April groundbreaking starts the process moving for a new Eddy County Detention Center in Carlsbad. Here are some details.

Special Olympians from Artesia participate in the Area IV Summer Olympics games in Carlsbad. Here are some pictures.

Eddy County under flash flood watch. Here are some details.

Artesia baseball team repeats as district champs

The Artesia boys baseball team are the No. 1 seed in the 4A tournament

Artesia softball team is the No.1 seed

A look at Artesia golfers in action on Monday

Scenes from Artesia boys baseball district championship win over Goddard on Thursday

Artesia school children paint part two of Eagle Draw Mural. Here are some pictures and some details.

What is an act of servanthood? Pastor David Grousnick has the answer

Around Town takes a look at community activities for everyone

Artesia and Carlsbad Mayor’s square off in friendly mini-golf competition looking to foster stronger ties with Eddy County’s two largest communities

What’s happening in the community? Here are some things to check out

CULINARY CONFIDENTIAL:Elevated Wedge Salad recipe serves up main course with balanced taste

Culinary Confidential: Cinco de Mayo Taco Bar with Margaritas for 10 friends to celebrate the holiday

Culinary Confidential: Stuffed Artichokes with Breadcrumbs & Cheese & Signature Dipping Sauce a delicious dish worth slowing down for

Culinary Confidential:Southwest Carne Asada with Calabacitas brings out southwestern flavors

David Grousnick: The King and the humble lady

Meghan Mooney: Charter schools strengthen public education with a fresh perspective for possible changes

Sherry Robinson: How do we reform CYFD and care for unwanted children being shuffled from place to place?

Tom Wright: Can New Mexico make a comeback from governor to Congress?

Robyn Cook: Retired teachers should be allowed to help New Mexico schools in time of need and for certain circumstances

Sherry Robinson: Moral rot from top to bottom at CYFD

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