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Thursday, March 28, 2024

REDA launches Smart911 tool

The Regional Emergency Dispatch Authority (REDA) recently activated a new tool that will enable residents of Eddy County to provide information to dispatch during...

Artesia says goodbye to old Tastee-Freez, hello to potentially three new businesses

Artesians were feeling particularly wistful this morning as they passed by the 1500 block of Main Street on their way to work to see...

Lady Bulldogs on to semifinal round

The Lady Bulldog basketball team is making its first trip to the state semifinal round in a quarter-century. The third-ranked Artesia girls had a bit...

Latest

MARCHiversary celebration sees dedication of Peggy’s Placita

Over the weekend, the Artesia Public Library (APL) continued the MARCHiversary celebration with a...

Martinez announces candidacy for county sheriff

Victor Martinez has officially declared his candidacy for the office of Eddy County sheriff. Martinez...

Sandra Johnson

A memorial reception is scheduled for 10 a.m. - noon Saturday, April 13, in...

Sports

Bulldogs, Lady ‘Dogs win home tourney openers

Both the Bulldog baseball and Lady Bulldog softball teams kicked off their 2024 home...

Basketball season comes to close as Lady ‘Dogs fall in state semifinals, ‘Dogs in quarterfinals

The 2023-24 season of Artesia High School basketball came to a close Thursday morning...

Business

Rebel Daughters BBQ – Ribbon Cutting with Artesia Chamber of Commerce

We had a sweet ribbon cutting Friday with Rebel Daughters BBQ at their NEW LOCATION! They...

Amani Aesthetics Ribbon Cutting with Artesia Chamber of Commerce

The Artesia Chamber of Commerce joined staff of Amani Aesthetics, the SkInjector Nurse, in...

Politics

Martinez announces candidacy for county sheriff

Victor Martinez has officially declared his candidacy for the office of Eddy County sheriff. Martinez...

Incumbents retain seats in municipal election

ARTESIA -- The two incumbents running opposed in the Tuesday, March 5, Regular Municipal...

Community Living

AHS seniors’ artwork showcased in OPAC gallery

The artwork of Artesia High School senior art students Andrea Alvarado, Lily Heady and...

Chevron donates $20K to United Way of Eddy County Hardship Fund

The United Way of Eddy County (UWEC) felt the love this past Valentine's Day,...

Education

Artesia students a testament to benefits of Golden Apple program

Bailey Rutherford poses with Golden Apple Foundation President Alan Mather, right, and Chief Program Officer...

Eager Beavers visit Public Safety Complex

The Artesia Police Department, Artesia Fire Department, Eddy County Fire and Rescue and Artesia...

Outdoors

State loses millions in federal dollars meant for outdoor recreation projects

New Mexico has forfeited more than $5 million in federal funding for outdoor recreation...

Asha can’t be a regular wolf – she has a role in lobo recovery

Asha, the Mexican grey wolf, took us on a journey this year. The region’s most...

Obituaries

Sandra Johnson

A memorial reception is scheduled for 10 a.m. - noon Saturday, April 13, in...

Frances ‘Frankie’ Randall Obituary

Frances ‘Frankie’ Jewel Randall was born on October 31, 1932 in Skellytown, Texas to...