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CULINARY CONFIDENTIAL: Stuffed Cabbage with Hatch Chile Tomato Sauce

LifestyleFebruary 26, 2026

This version keeps the soul of the dish intact while giving it a gentle Southwestern nudge with a smooth, mellow mild Hatch chile tomato sauce that warms rather than overwhelms.

Steve Pearce faces confirmation hearing to helm BLM

NewsFebruary 25, 2026

A Republican from Hobbs, Pearce served as the U.S. Representative for New Mexico’s Second Congressional District.

Mayoral candidates address voters during back to back Artesia forums

NewsFebruary 25, 2026

Artesia’s two mayoral candidates in the March 3 election faced off in a pair of candidate forums Feb. 19.

Eddy County jail project hiked to $3M

NewsFebruary 25, 2026

A new jail in Eddy County will cost $3 million more than projected after the county approved a contract for the work with an Albuquerque-based firm.

The Artesia boys cruised to the championship game

SportsFebruary 25, 2026

If there was any doubt whether a week off might cool down the Bulldogs, they erased it fast and violently.

Confidence helps Artesia wrestlers place at state

SportsFebruary 25, 2026

Artesia wrestling coach Andy Olive is putting the wrestling program on the map.

Pacheco brothers chase another title together

SportsFebruary 25, 2026

Adversity has forged an unbreakable bond between brothers Daelon and Destin Pacheco.

The Lady Dogs basketball team stays alive in the tournament

SportsFebruary 25, 2026

Fighting to keep its season alive, the Artesia Lady Dogs basketball team edged No. 8-seeded Lovington Wildcats 40-37 Tuesday night.

Lawmakers pass 74 bills during session

NewsFebruary 25, 2026

The bills were forwarded to Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, who has until March 11 to sign or veto all or part of each bill. Bills not addressed by the governor are considered automatically vetoed.

Artesia girls defeat Goddard to close out regular season

SportsFebruary 25, 2026

The Artesia girls basketball team didn’t just want to win; they needed to win. They earned a victory with a 57-41 decision against Goddard on Feb. 17.

Where are they now: Payton Chandler

SportsFebruary 25, 2026

As a former volleyball player and track star for the Artesia Lady ’Dogs, Payton Chandler wore No. 10 as proudly as she now wears the colors of the Marine Corps.

Letter to the Editor: Support for Nathan Ryno

OpinionFebruary 24, 2026

Nathan has been a teacher at Zia Intermediate School here in Artesia since 2023, where he brings dedication, structure, and a student-centered mindset into the classroom.

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.

Here is a look at the latest crimes and arrests reported by the Artesia Police Department

Oil field theft group from Texas and New Mexico indicted by a Texas federal court

GOP congressional candidates ready to turn the State of New Mexico Red. Here are some highlights from a GOP candidate forum in Artesia

A look at Artesia golfers in action on Monday

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

Artesia softball team repeats as District champs

Artesia boys tennis wins District title

Artesia Bulldogs baseball team repeats as District 4A-4 champions

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

David Grousnick: Leadership and Jesus

Government officials and others gather south of Carlsbad for groundbreaking for new jail on Tuesday

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

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

Maralyn Beck: CYFD should be first priority of governor-elect

State Rep. Gail Armstrong: Elections decided by voters or a technicality?

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