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We are in an interesting period of time right now between the end of an awesome winter Olympics, the beginning of the season of Lent and our journey to Easter joy.

Opinion: Four reasons New Mexico is so dangerous

OpinionFebruary 27, 2026

What follows may sound like “insider baseball,” but it is critical to understanding the problem.

Here’s the Smoke – Just Saying

SportsFebruary 26, 2026

The Lady Bulldogs’ basketball team didn't take the easy road this season.

Northern ski resorts welcome new snow as season winds down

SportsFebruary 26, 2026

A series of weekend snowstorms dropped varying amounts of snow in northern New Mexico as ski resort operators continue to deal with inconsistent winter temperatures during the final weeks of the ski season.

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.

Former Loving police chief sentenced for impersonating officer during a 2021 arrest

Interior Secretary Burgum discusses energy production and roles of public lands during Eddy County visit

Eddy County ponders a buffer zone between neighborhoods and oil and gas development

Some Republicans file lawsuits seeking Amy Barela’s removal as state GOP boss

Ruidoso hosts Republican Governor candidates next week. Here are some details.

Scenes from Artesia softball 8-2 victory over Goddard in state playoff game

Three keys to Artesia softball winning a Blue Trophy

Artesia girls track team win district title

Artesia boys track team wins district

Artesia girls softball team repeats as district champions

Bass are biting in Eddy County this week at Brantley Lake

David Grousnick: Living a language and the way it adapts over time

Artesia fifth graders add color with 2nd mural on JJ Clarke paying homage to new Rec. Center and current Aquatic Center

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

CULINARY CONFIDENTIAL:Festive Southwest Gazpacho Soup celebrates regional flavor. Here’s a recipe to make it

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

Javier Sanchez: Happy Mother’s Day Mom and thanks

Cal Thomas: Who is monitoring the federal debt? It’s $39T and rising

Siah Correa Hemphill: New Mexico can lead term limits and restoring trust, as belief in government is stressed

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?

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