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GOP slams Democrat policies at start of legislative session in Santa Fe

New Mexico House Republicans insisted they, not the Democratic-controlled state government, have solutions for affordability, health care and public safety in the 30-day legislative session.

Vega M. Nilsson

Vega M. Nilsson, a long-time resident of Artesia, New Mexico passed away at home on December 29, 2025, at the age of 87. ...

Artesia welcomes new nail salon

Looking for a new place to get a pedicure and manicure, Artesia resident Laura Lujan was one of the first customers at the brand-new Lux Nails & Spa II on Tuesday.

No. 1 Bulldog boys basketball team turns back challengers

Artesia Bulldogs boys basketball coach Michael Mondragon will offer coach-speak about defense and playing the right way, but his team shows that it has swag, attitude and knows it’s bad to the bone.

New Mexico ski areas prepare for another round of snow

A winter storm expected to bring a blast of arctic air and snowfall to Mexico this weekend has one ski operator feeling optimistic.

Keithley’s Korner: Roberts says snow doesn’t appear to be Ruidoso’s friend

Ron warned that recent dry conditions and a lack of snowpack also can mean the increase in wildfire danger when the winds typically strengthen around springtime.

Southeast New Mexico lawmakers tapped for committees as legislative session gets underway

New Mexico Sen. Jim Townsend of Artesia was appointed to the powerful Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday.

Homer and Jethro and Jesus

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

Crime, healthcare key in State of State speech

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham delivered her eighth and last State of the State address Tuesday in Santa Fe, opening the 30-day legislative session.

Roots and the Bible

Roots run throughout the Bible. Some roots are God’s way of growing something beautiful, some are the opposite.

Man found shot to death at Artesia apartment complex

Ivan Ortiz, 32, was initially found suffering from a gunshot wound and later died.

CULINARY CONFIDENTIAL: Decadent Monte Cristo with Pear Salad and Pear Vinaigrette

The Monte Cristo is indulgence at its finest — savory, sweet, crisp, and rich.