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Man linked to fatal shooting arrested in Artesia

Aaron Cane Vasquez, 27, was arrested by the Chaves County Metro Narcotics Task Force on Wednesday, Jan. 21, at a residence in the 1200 block of West Yucca Avenue in Artesia on an active warrant, state police said.

Around Town

A look at community events around Artesia.

Artesia thaws out

A warm up is expected as the week moves on.

Tournament honors Dan Harvey’s legacy

Daniel Harvey is not only remembered in death, but also in how he lived his life. When 32 high school bowling teams showed up for the 15th annual Dan Harvey Memorial Bowling Tournament last weekend, his memory truly reflected his legacy.

Letter to the editor: PED report card

 These report cards are designed to provide families, educators, and neighbors with a transparent look at how we are collectively serving our students and where we can join forces to make educational improvements and champion the overall success of schools.

Emergency Declared in New Mexico as Winter Storm Continues

Artesia and Carlsbad schools closed Monday; ENMU–Ruidoso also closed

Bowlers have record day at Artesia Invitational

Artesia’s top Advanced team of Jace Miles (203-212), Ayden Dean (184-183), Brenden Depew (188-203), Ayden Gomez (246-235) and Payton DeMerritt (222-236) had posted team games of 1,043 and 1,069 for a 2,112 qualifying total.

Homer and Jethro

Some of you may remember Homer and Jethro. They were a comedy team who specialized in country music parodies and satire.

Winter weather hits Artesia

Snow totals up to 5 inches was possible.

Immigrant detention bill advances in New Mexico

A bill to prevent state and local government entities in New Mexico from aiding federal immigrant detention moved closer to becoming law.

Trout conditions remain good across New Mexico

Trout anglers in New Mexico can head north, south, east or west this week with favorable conditions reported in waters across the state.

Democrats blame everyone but themselves as doctors leave the state

Tired, stretched healthcare workers make more mistakes and become ever more vulnerable to New Mexico’s predatory medical malpractice lawyers.