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Jackie D. Martin

ObituariesAugust 12, 2025

April 4, 1954 – August 7, 2025 In Loving Memory of Jackie Dean Martin Jackie Martin, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away...

Anna Ramirez

ObituariesAugust 12, 2025

Aug 23, 1963 – July 25, 2025 With heavy hearts and immense gratitude for a life beautifully lived, we announce the passing of Our Dear...

Carol Harrison

ObituariesAugust 12, 2025

Oct 26, 1936-Aug 3, 2025 Carol June Harrison, 88, of Artesia, New Mexico passed away on August 3, 2025. She was born on October 26,...

AHS welcomes new academic year with pep rally

NewsAugust 12, 2025

Another school year for the Artesia Public Schools started Aug. 7 as kids from all grades transitioned from summer vacation to the classroom.

From hero to human

LifestyleAugust 12, 2025

Cleo Cordova climbed inside of a Carlsbad police tactical vehicle used by its SWAT team on some of the most dangerous of missions.

State confirms first human West Nile case of year

CommunityAugust 12, 2025

The New Mexico Department of Health previously warned of future infections after mosquitos captured in Bernalillo County tested positive for the virus in early July.

Why DEI was already dying

OpinionAugust 12, 2025

DEI had enjoyed a surge following the death of George Floyd and the subsequent 120 days of nonstop rioting, arson, assaults, killings, and attacks on law enforcement during the summer of 2020.

Artesia Bulldogs football team hold Friday Night Lights as kids play at the Bulldog Bowl

SportsAugust 12, 2025

Eddy County hires new chief of staff

CommunityAugust 11, 2025

The Chief of Staff is an executive-level position that serves as an adviser to the county manager.

Oil and gas lease sales focused on Eddy County

UncategorizedAugust 11, 2025

The Permian Basin, shared by New Mexico and West Texas, is the busiest oil and gas field in the U.S., producing about half of U.S. production which was expected to grow to 13.4 million barrels of oil equivalent per day in 2025.

Trout anglers have chance at immortality

SportsAugust 11, 2025

A Hall of Fame induction awaits any angler who catches five species of trout across the state.

Yard of the Week

LifestyleAugust 11, 2025

Yard of the Week is provided by Artesia Clean and Beautiful.

Early voting is now open in Eddy County. Here is where you can cast your ballot and who is running for office

Here are the latest crimes and arrests from the Artesia Police Department case files

Artesia Recreation Center Foundation seeks higher court’s overturn of EV lawsuit dismissal from lower court

April groundbreaking starts the process moving for a new Eddy County Detention Center in Carlsbad. Here are some details.

Special Olympians from Artesia participate in the Area IV Summer Olympics games in Carlsbad. Here are some pictures.

The Artesia track team is building momentum heading into state

Artesia doubles duo advances to the semifinals at state tennis tournament

Scenes from Elementary Day at the Bulldog Bowl

Artesia baseball team repeats as district champs

The Artesia boys baseball team are the No. 1 seed in the 4A tournament

David Grousnick: Living a language and the way it adapts over time

Artesia fifth graders add color with 2nd mural on JJ Clarke paying homage to new Rec. Center and current Aquatic Center

Artesia school children paint part two of Eagle Draw Mural. Here are some pictures and some details.

What is an act of servanthood? Pastor David Grousnick has the answer

Around Town takes a look at community activities for everyone

CULINARY CONFIDENTIAL:Festive Southwest Gazpacho Soup celebrates regional flavor. Here’s a recipe to make it

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

Cal Thomas: Who is monitoring the federal debt? It’s $39T and rising

Siah Correa Hemphill: New Mexico can lead term limits and restoring trust, as belief in government is stressed

Meghan Mooney: Charter schools strengthen public education with a fresh perspective for possible changes

Sherry Robinson: How do we reform CYFD and care for unwanted children being shuffled from place to place?

Tom Wright: Can New Mexico make a comeback from governor to Congress?

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