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Artesia High bowling finishes as state runner-up

The Artesia High School bowling team made the trip to Silva Lanes in Albuquerque to compete in the 2026 New Mexico High School Bowling State Championship, looking to cap off the most decorated regular season in the program’s 19-year history.

Local elections have a big impact

Election season is officially underway in Artesia.

El Paso flights resume after ‘cartel incursion’

El Paso International Airport is the main air travel facility in far west Texas and southwest New Mexico.

Irvin qualifies for state tournament

Irvin went 3-1 this past weekend at the NMAA Girls Region 2 tournament in Roswell. She defeated ranked opponents to advance to the state tournament on Feb. 20.

Trout continue to bite during warming trend

Frigid conditions across parts of New Mexico ended earlier this week, drawing anglers to their favorite fishing spots in northern and southern New Mexico.

Holloman Hero Wallace leads in logistics and on the court

As a warehouse section lead in the logistics side of the Holloman Medical Group, Wallace works with a dedicated team of Airmen who receive, sort and distribute a wide range of medical supplies to departments on base and in the local region.

Opinion: A forward-looking Highlands for a stronger New Mexico

For more than a century, New Mexico Highlands University has been a place of access and possibility.

People are the salt and light of the world

 Jesus says to his followers, “You are the salt and light of the world. . . .” Can you imagine that?

Change for Depew made big difference

A change has made a big difference for Artesia senior bowler Brenden Depew: switching from one-handed bowling to two-handed.

Opinion: Tax hikes are unnecessary for road improvements

The Rio Grande Foundation has been clear in expressing support for a multi-pronged approach to improving our State’s roads

Winter activities planned for New Mexico ski resorts

A ranch rodeo, a Mardi Gras party and a weekend of family fun await skiers and other visitors at northern New Mexico ski resorts this month, according to the Ski New Mexico website.

Wagner seeks District 4 slot on Artesia City Council

Editor’s note: The Artesia Daily Press has submitted questionnaires to each candidate for Artesia City Council and mayor running in this year’s municipal elections on March 3. The paper is publishing each of the responses in the order they are received.