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Standefer, Sepulveda named to Hall of Honor

SportsJuly 29, 2025

Two individuals whose names are synonymous with high school sports in Alamogordo and across the state were honored recently with inductions into the New Mexico High School Coaches Association (NMHSCA) Hall of Honor.

Here are the animal show results from the Eddy County Fair

LifestyleJuly 29, 2025

The fair wrapped up Saturday.

Riding of the bulls

NewsJuly 28, 2025

Friday night was bull riding night at the 80th Eddy County Fair in Artesia, as cowboys tested their mettle against bovine fury.

Around Town

CommunityJuly 28, 2025

A look at community activities in and around Artesia.

This Cup

LifestyleJuly 28, 2025

A message from Ty Houghtaling from First Baptist Church.

Holloman personnel donate time to Ruidoso recovery

SportsJuly 28, 2025

RUIDOSO – Volunteers from Holloman Air Force Base were out in force at the White Mountain Athletic Complex July 25.

Livestock Auction caps off Eddy County Fair

NewsJuly 28, 2025

Folmar, representing both Artesia FFA and Eddy County 4H, said it was an amazing feeling receiving the award and that she learned a lot from the experience.

Reaping the Epstein whirlwind

OpinionJuly 28, 2025

Trip JenningsThere is a verse in the book of Hosea from the Bible that leapt to mind last week as I watched a drama...

Jace Deans wins big at Prospect Yearling Show

NewsJuly 27, 2025

This is the second consecutive year Deans was awarded Grand Champion Prospect Yearling. In 2024, he won it with his horse named Verucca Salt.

Artesia freshman Braxton Norman is a jiu-jitsu champion

SportsJuly 27, 2025

On June 21, he competed at the USA Grappling (USAG) Team Trials to earn a spot on Team USA Teen Division, which will represent the United States at the World Tournament in Greece in the fall of 2025.

5 Artesia baseball players make first team All-State squad

SportsJuly 26, 2025

The Bulldogs finished the season with a 25-6 overall record and were 9-0 in District 4-A-4. The ’Dogs went on a 14-game winning streak after suffering a 2-0 loss to Carlsbad on the road.

Why hope is needed in New Mexico

OpinionJuly 26, 2025

The problem is, a lot of us are tired. And when we’re tired, it’s easy to believe the lie that nothing we do matters.

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.

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

Artesia softball team is the No.1 seed

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

Artesia and Carlsbad Mayor’s square off in friendly mini-golf competition looking to foster stronger ties with Eddy County’s two largest communities

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

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?

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

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