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GRAND CHAMPION AND GRAND RESERVE STEERS

Golden Brothers sweep steer show at the 79th Annual Eddy County Fair. Anessa said “Caden’s last year in the county fair was hard to think about all week and accepting it was even harder.Winning the steer show is one thing but having brothers go grand and reserve is nothing less than amazing and a blessing. They have put in countless hours and given up so much to accomplish this goal.” Mason is a Freshman at AJHS. Left to right is Owen, Casey, Mason, Caden, Anessa.

Officials reviewing donation of movie theater

Artesia Daily Press The City of Artesia is preparing for the overflow of planes and people from the Roswell Air Races starting in 2025. The commission approved the 2024-2025 budget during the July 23, 2024, Artesia City Council meeting, which included $4.2 million for local airport improvements.

XFINITY BREAK REPORT

RSS Racing’s Ryan Sieg holds a slim three-point edge over JR Motorsports’ Sammy Smith for the final points Playoff transfer position with six races remaining to set the 12-driver Playoff field. Xfinity is of course part of NASCAR’s break for the Summer Olympics and will return Aug. 17 at Michigan International Speedway for the Cabo Wabo 250 (USA Network, MRN, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio).

Governors with their dukes up

By Sherry Robinson Former Gov. Susana Martinez once described her first legislative session, in 2011, as “handto-hand combat.” A former DA, Martinez had no experience with the Legislature, and went in swinging.

What’s the story, post-Brickyard 400?

Hendrick Motorsports’ Kyle Larson left Indianapolis Motor Speedway July 21 with a new trophy and a major contribution to his NASCAR Cup Series championship legacy. With his runnerup to Larson in the Brickyard 400, 23XI Racing’s Tyler Reddick was buoyed by his own showing and the impact it has on his championship run.

Book Preview

“Mr. Churchill in the White House: The Untold Story of a Prime Minister and Two Presidents” by Robert Schmuhl c.2024, Liveright $32.00 382 pages Ben Franklin famously said that both stink after three days, which could be correct.

First Day

Paws & Claws will distribute spay and neuter certificates to Eddy County Residnets only at 9 a.m. Saturday Aug 3, at the Artesia Animal Shelter, 501 Paddy Wagon Way. Saving spots in line is prohibited; One certificate per household. Donations are appreciated.

Crash boom bang

While NASCAR takes its little Olympics break, in honor of my favorite Summer Games sport, boxing (don’t tell me this will be its last appearance in the Games!), let’s take a look at NASCAR’s greatest fights (or at least some of them).

COOK OUT 400

Richmond Raceway, known as America’s Premier Short Track, offers great racing action and a commitment to the fan experience as one of the most popular facilities among drivers and fans in all of motorsports. • Originally known as the Atlantic Rural Exposition Fairgrounds, the circuit held its ©rst race in 1946 as a half-mile dirt track.