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David Grousnick: The King and the humble lady

LifestyleApril 15, 2026

There is a beautiful legend about a king who decided to honor his greatest subject.

WWII Warhawk and Thunderbolt Headline Holloman Airshow Honoring Rosie the Riveter Legacy

NewsApril 15, 2026

Rosie the Riveter represented thousands of women working to build the machines that won World War II.

Holloman Legacy of Liberty Air Show 2026 Guide: Schedule, Parking, and Prohibited Items

NewsApril 15, 2026

The Legacy of Liberty Air Show will occur at Holloman Air Force Base Saturday, April 18 and Sunday, April 19, 2026. A rehearsal for all...

Legacy of Liberty Air Show Showcases F-35 Demo, Patriots Jet Team and Historic Warbirds

NewsApril 15, 2026

Six L39-jet team of retired pilots from the Thunderbirds and Blue Angels. (Story about Patriots Jet Team included in this special section.) The Patriots Jet Team flies Aero L-39 Albatros aircraft in their renowned performances.

Patriots Jet Team Headlines Holloman Air Show with High-Flying Aerobatics

NewsApril 15, 2026

The Patriots Jet Team is made up of six pilots with decades of experience.

Artesia school shooting threat part of nationwide ‘swatting’ prank, police say

Breaking NewsApril 15, 2026

No credible threat was yet found as of about 2 p.m., according to a Facebook post by the Artesia Police Department.

For Mondragon, hardest goodbye came after final buzzer

SportsApril 15, 2026

When former Bulldog basketball coach Michael Mondragon stood in front of his players and their families at the boys basketball banquet, he was not just saying goodbye to a season.

State Sen. David Gallegos: If someone wanted to hold New Mexico back…

OpinionApril 15, 2026

The first thing they might do is perhaps the easiest– simply refuse to address New Mexico’s current issues.

Scenes from the Artesia baseball game against Carlsbad

SportsApril 15, 2026

Artesia baseball team take doubleheader from Carlsbad on Saturday.

Renowned Ruidoso artist Gordon Snidow dies at 89

NewsApril 14, 2026

His art featured contemporary western heritage characters, horses and wildlife scenes.

D-Day C-47 “That’s All Brother” to Headline Holloman Legacy of Liberty Air Show

CommunityApril 14, 2026

Photos of the C-47 Provided by the Legacy of Liberty Air Show C-47 that led Normandy invasion flies to Legacy of Liberty Air Show at...

Gregg Hull stops in Artesia in campaign for governor

NewsApril 14, 2026

The winner will replace Democratic Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, who was term limited and will leave office at the end of 2026.

Eddy County under flash flood watch. Here are some details.

Here is a look at the latest crimes and arrests reported by the Artesia Police Department

Oil field theft group from Texas and New Mexico indicted by a Texas federal court

GOP congressional candidates ready to turn the State of New Mexico Red. Here are some highlights from a GOP candidate forum in Artesia

“Government overreach” cited by Eddy County delays ordinance to take care of nuisance vegetation

A look at Artesia golfers in action on Monday

Scenes from Artesia boys baseball district championship win over Goddard on Thursday

Artesia softball team repeats as District champs

Artesia boys tennis wins District title

Artesia Bulldogs baseball team repeats as District 4A-4 champions

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

David Grousnick: Leadership and Jesus

Government officials and others gather south of Carlsbad for groundbreaking for new jail on Tuesday

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

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

Maralyn Beck: CYFD should be first priority of governor-elect

State Rep. Gail Armstrong: Elections decided by voters or a technicality?

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