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 Ushering in the holiday season By: ADP Staff November 23, 2012 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. -... Workers deck the halls Friday morning at The Derrick Floor on Main Street in preparation for the holiday season. Christmas will officially arrive in the downtown district Thursday, Nov. 29, as the Artesia Chamber of Commerce and Artesia MainStreet host the annual Light Up Artesia event. Santa Claus will come to town at 5:45 p.m. Thursday and will be available for Christmas requests from 6-8:45 p.m. at the Ocotillo Performing Arts Center. Local merchants will also stay open late for holiday shopping, and vendors will offer specialty items and goodies along the downtown sidewalks.Rob Larson – 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 articleGiving thanksNext articleCommission opposes prairie chicken listing