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Artesia Police blotter

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

Artesia’s Vega reaches 1,000-point milestone

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

Around Town

A look at community events in Artesia.

Police blotter

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

Trout remain popular in Lincoln County lakes

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

Opinion: The folly of ‘energy transition’

It is an absolute fact the emissions associated with the generation of reliable, affordable, and available electricity correlate directly with economic well being and prosperity.

Culinary Confidential Heavenly Deep-Fried Stuffed French Toast with Sweet Cream

A mimosa is the perfect companion to rich brunch fare—bright, celebratory, and effortless.

God is good for the past, present and future

 In the spiritual realm, there are a few important truths worth highlighting. God does not change. He is the same today as He was at the beginning of time, and He will be the same for all eternity.

Sloths arrive at Alamogordo zoo

Two new animals will be hanging around the Alameda Park Zoo.

Opinion: Movies give us heroes. History gives us flawed giants

After Taos Pueblo objected to the name of Kit Carson Park in Taos, the town council voted in November to change it to Red Willow Park; this pueblo calls itself the Red Willow People.

Murder trials to watch in 2026

Several Carlsbad area murder suspects could stand trial this year in Eddy County District Court.

Candidates file for March Artesia city elections

 Some familiar names could return to the Artesia City Council and a new mayor will take office after the March 3 municipal elections.