The legislators, all Republicans, fielded questions for about two hours during the meeting.

The road to Artesia’s 33rd state football title was not without supreme effort from its players. Now, 14 of those players have made the New Mexico High School Coaches Association All-State team.

A beautifully roasted leg of lamb is one of those dishes that feels celebratory yet comforting — perfect for a weekend gathering or special family dinner. This version is seasoned simply with garlic, rosemary, and lemon, then roasted alongside golden potatoes and colorful vegetables. The finishing touch is a bright, bold sauce combining fresh mint with the gentle heat and earthiness of New Mexico Hatch green chile.

New Mexico now has a promising path for addressing its water resource challenges.

The plan outlines 45 areas in which to meet the net-zero goal.

The 2026 Artesia girls basketball team has absorbed some hard blows early in the season.

Recently, the New Mexico High School Coaches Association named Abigail Jowers and Marlyn Corza of Artesia to its All-State girls soccer team.

A fishing tournament in Carlsbad and a nighttime fishing tournament at Conchas Lake highlight the 2026 New Mexico Bass Nation Kayak Anglers schedule, said incoming tournament director Anthony Barrera.

Information is published from the crime files of the Artesia Police Department. Suspects are innocent until proven guilty.

For Braylon Vega, the silky-smooth-shooting guard on the Artesia boys basketball team, his life changed when he transferred from Hobbs to Artesia.

A look at community events in Artesia.

Information is published from the crime files of the Artesia Police Department. Suspects are innocent until proven guilty.