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Here are the latest arrests and crimes reported by Artesia police

Those arrested are considered innocent, until proven guilty.

Earthquake jolts Eddy County Monday with epicenter near Atoka

No property damage of injuries were reported by officials in the earthquake that shook Carlsbad and Artesia this week, but it rattled area residents who felt it.

NM House District 66 candidates make their cases to voters ahead of June Primary

LeAnne Gandy, Dan Lewis and Trinidad Malone each seek to fill the District 66 New Mexico House seat set to be vacated by Rep. Jimmy Mason who opted not to seek another term.

New Artesia Mayor, city council sworn in during ceremony at senior center

Jeff Youtsey said he planned to keep Artesia “moving forward” as its new mayor.

Accused stalker released in Roswell after agreeing to house arrest

A convicted murderer, accused of stalking his soon-to-be ex-wife, was released on house arrest in Roswell, after he agreed to waive a preliminary hearing.

Artesia Allsup’s stores now offer Sinclair gasoline

A grand opening event was held in Artesia Friday, March 27 for a new partnership between Allsup’s convenience stores and Sinclair Oil.

Texas House committee to study possible New Mexico border shift

Texas House Speaker Dustin Burrows has directed a new committee to study the secession of New Mexico counties to Texas.

Classic car enthusiasts’ journey over 100 miles from Texas to Artesia event

Troy Yarbrough and his family not only traveled 131 miles to Artesia for the annual Main Event Car Show and Cruise, they brought along four classic vehicles to show at the March 27-28 event.

Here’s a look at crimes and arrests reported by Artesia Police

Those arrested are considered innocent until proven guilty,

New Mexico GOP chair defiant amid calls to step down

Barela is currently an Otero County Commissioner and running for reelection.

Hill wins recount for District 4 seat. Artesia Mayor, other councilors sworn in

Terry Hill survived a recount to maintain his seat on the Artesia City Council, confirming the razor-thin 214-210 vote.

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