Sign in Welcome! Log into your account your username your password Forgot your password? Get help Privacy Policy Password recovery Recover your password your email A password will be e-mailed to you. HomeNews News Mariachi extravaganza raises funds for local youth By: ADP Staff September 20, 2011 FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsApp Related stories News MARCHiversary celebration sees dedication of Peggy’s Placita Over the weekend, the Artesia Public Library (APL) continued... Politics Martinez announces candidacy for county sheriff Victor Martinez has officially declared his candidacy for the... Obituaries Sandra Johnson A memorial reception is scheduled for 10 a.m. -... Artesia youth Lawrence Perez received a Braille Sense computer and college tuition funds through the efforts of the New Mexico Hispano Entertainers Association and the New Mexico Blind Commission. The NMHEA hosted a benefit concert Saturday at the Artesia High School Auditorium featuring Mariachi artist Antonio Reyna and special guests Mariachi Raices de America and Ballet En Fuego de Frances Lujan. The NMHEA donated proceeds from the concert to Perez for college tuition, and the NMBC donated the Braille Sense, a computer created specifically for the blind. Pictured above are Perez, center, and the performers. At right, Perez joins in with Mariachi Raices de America. (Tyler Green - Daily Press) ADP Staff Join the Artesia Daily Press Newsletter Stay informed with the latest Artesia news and updates, directly in your inbox. Subscribe now! Name First Last Email* Latest stories News MARCHiversary celebration sees dedication of Peggy’s Placita Politics Martinez announces candidacy for county sheriff Obituaries Sandra Johnson News Candidate filings set for primary, general elections Previous articlePop artNext articleCounty to partner with oil and gas on road maintenance