Join the festivities this weekend as Artesia pays tribute to 100 years of oil and gas production in Eddy County, which began with the success of the Illinois State No. 3 well in 1924.

Drive down South First Street at 4 a.m. -- when the typically busy portion of U.S. 285 is mostly deserted, save for the occasional semi truck or WIPP shipment -- and you might spot a small food trailer, its lights on and side door open.

Services are scheduled for 2 p.m. Friday, June 14, at Fourth and Elm Church of Christ in Sweetwater, Texas, for Jimmie D.

A celebration of life is scheduled for 6 p.m. Friday, June 14, at the Lake Bob Sandlin State Park pavilion in Pittsburg, Texas, for Jerry Dean Roark of Pittsburg.

Visitation is scheduled from 2-6 p.m. Wednesday, June 12, at Terpening & Son Mortuary for Billy Wayne Latham.

Memorial services are scheduled for 6 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at New Hope Baptist Church, 1711 W.

A funeral Mass is scheduled for 10 a.m. Saturday, June 15, at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church for John G.

Names: Antonio, Jacai Ages: 14, 13 Their Story: Antonio loves to make people laugh. Although charismatic, Antonio appreciates one-on-one time with his caregivers. His favorite activities include playing with dogs and eating delicious foods. Antonio does well in environments where he’s allowed to ask questions and speak his mind. Jacai likes to be called “Jack.” He relishes being outdoors, prefers cowboy boots, and would like to ride a horse. Jack wants an active family that would foster his intrigue with the land.

CANYON, Texas -- West Texas A&M University has announced that Daisy Barrera of Artesia has graduated as part of the May Class of 2024. Barrera graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

Homemade Chamoy Sauce Ingredients: 3/4 cup dried apricots 1/2 cup prunes seeded 1/2 cup dried hibiscus flowers 3 cups water 6 Tbsp. homemade chili powder, chile piquin powder or even Tajin 1/4 cup white sugar 1/4 cup fresh lime juice Directions: In a medium saucepan, bring all ingredients (except the citrus juice) to a boil.

13th Street and Gilchrist Avenue 575-746-6712 June 17-21 Monday Sloppy Joes, French fries, mixed vegetables, diced pears Tuesday Beef tacos with lettuce and tomato, Spanish rice, pinto beans, mandarin oranges Wednesday Pepper steak, steamed rice, stir-fried vegetables, roll, pineapple upside down cake Thursday Ham and turkey cobb salad, garlic bread, fruit cocktail Friday McRib sandwich, macaroni salad, ranch-style beans, cranberry apple delight 202 W. Chisum Ave.

When I was a little girl, my sister decided to start raising litters of Boston Terrier puppies. When the first batch came along, I got to pick out a puppy for my very own.