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Lawsuit filed over imperiled Pecos River turtle

NewsJanuary 20, 2026

A struggling turtle native to the waters of New Mexico, including the Pecos River, is at the center of a federal lawsuit.

Lawmakers push crime bills ahead of New Mexico legislative session

NewsJanuary 19, 2026

Lawmakers will have until Feb. 4 to introduce legislation.

Ruidoso Downs out of business after flood and fire damage

NewsJanuary 19, 2026

Officials with the Ruidoso Downs Race Track announced today that the entire 2026 race meet will be held at the Downs of Albuquerque this year.

Championship air races announced in Roswell

CommunityJanuary 19, 2026

The Reno Air Racing Association (RARA), organizers of the National Championship Air Races (NCAR) announced this year’s races will take place Sept. 16 to 20 at the Roswell Air Center.

Oilfield water solutions struggle in New Mexico, Permian Basin, locals say

NewsJanuary 19, 2026

Produced water is mostly brought to the surface from the same underground rock formations, or shale, that yield crude oil and natural gas.

Trout remain popular in Lincoln County lakes

SportsJanuary 19, 2026

Trout-fishing conditions have not changed at the popular waters in and around Ruidoso this week.

Eddy County sending $4M to Carlsbad for housing

NewsJanuary 18, 2026

A Carlsbad housing development was given a $4 million boost by Eddy County and will see apartments and homes installed on the south end of the city.

Artesia basketball team remains No. 1

SportsJanuary 18, 2026

Bulldogs coach Michael Mondragon said he wanted to see his No. 1-ranked 4A-4 team continually improve throughout the season.

Sen. Larry Scott: Capital outlay supports local communities

OpinionJanuary 18, 2026

This column is going to cover the process by which capital outlay money is brought back into local communities.

Vote now for Athlete of the Week

SportsJanuary 17, 2026

The Artesia Daily Press is letting you decide on the best local sports star each week. Go to ArtesiaNews.com and cast your ballot. You can also access the polling using the QR code.

Sen. David Gallegos running for New Mexico Lt. Gov

NewsJanuary 17, 2026

Sen. David Gallegos (R-41) of Eunice announced his campaign in an early morning Facebook post on Thursday.

New Mexico Democrats outline priorities ahead of lawmaking session in Santa Fe

NewsJanuary 16, 2026

In New Mexico, 30-day sessions are dedicated to the budget and matters the governor calls for the Legislature to take up.

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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