At the National Cleanup Workshop in Washington, D.C., Carlsbad Mayor Pro Tem JJ Chavez moderated a panel on WIPP’s role in supporting safe, permanent disposal and environmental cleanup. The discussion highlighted how dependable disposal solutions, rigorous safety standards, and collaboration among federal, local, and community partners are essential to protecting public health and advancing the nation’s cleanup mission.

Constitutional Amendment 4 would allow New Mexico legislators to receive compensation tied to the state’s median household income beginning in 2029. Supporters argue salaries would broaden participation, reduce reliance on fundraising, and enable lawmakers to work year-round on increasingly complex challenges, including healthcare, affordability, infrastructure, federal funding cuts, and environmental concerns.

Lady 'Dogs volleyball team defeats Hobbs.

3 District games can decide Artesia district fate.

After moving to Artesia in 2009, Toby Heisler built a career in the oil and gas industry before turning his lifelong passion for sports cards into The Locker Room Cards & Collectibles. Opened with his wife and son, the shop offers vintage and modern sports cards, Pokémon, memorabilia and merchandise, creating a family-friendly destination for collectors of all budgets.

October’s cooling temperatures are creating favorable trout-fishing conditions across northern New Mexico. Anglers found good success with PowerBait at Lake Maloya, Pat’s Rubber Legs on the Pecos River, and olive streamers near Questa on the Rio Grande. Rainbow trout fishing was exceptionally good in the San Juan River’s quality waters near Farmington using nightcrawlers.

Bulldogs and Wildcats bnoys soccer end in a 1-1 tie.

Check out the Artesia Daily Press' best photos from the Bulldogs' win over Portales at Robert Chase Field on Saturday night.

World-class XTERRA triathletes met Ruidoso residents Wednesday ahead of Saturday’s World Championship race.

Artesia residents can showcase their Halloween creativity in the Artesia Public Library’s Fall/Halloween Decoration Contest. Entries will be accepted at the library, 205 W. Quay Ave., from Oct. 17 through Oct. 22. Public judging begins Oct. 24 and continues through Halloween on Oct. 31. Entry details are available at the library’s front desk.

Reflecting on Matthew 22:1-14, this message explores God’s open invitation to the banquet and the responsibility to live transformed lives. Through New Testament teachings on spiritual “clothing,” it connects holiness, humility, sincere prayer, and compassionate Christian action. Readers are invited to worship at First Christian Church, Sundays at 10:30 a.m., at 11th and West Bullock.

Stroll through the trail to see the events and other ways for non-competitors to get the most out of XTERRA week, with parking advice and an event overview.