March 16, 2026
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Artesia welcomes new nail salon
Looking for a new place to get a pedicure and manicure, Artesia resident Laura Lujan was one of the first customers at the brand-new Lux Nails & Spa II on Tuesday.
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Southeast New Mexico lawmakers tapped for committees as legislative session gets underway
New Mexico Sen. Jim Townsend of Artesia was appointed to the powerful Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday.
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Crime, healthcare key in State of State speech
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham delivered her eighth and last State of the State address Tuesday in Santa Fe, opening the 30-day legislative session.
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Man found shot to death at Artesia apartment complex
Ivan Ortiz, 32, was initially found suffering from a gunshot wound and later died.
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Artesia officials question state pollution law
Artesia city officials voiced support for Xcel Energy as the utility provider sought an exemption from a state law aimed at reducing carbon emissions from energy production.
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Gov. Lujan Grisham outlines priorities in State of the State speech
The governor urged lawmakers to not shy away from tackling longstanding challenges that face the state.
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Child dies in Ski Apache accident
Officials with Ski Apache have confirmed the death of a child involving a ski lift at Ski Apache which occurred Jan. 6.
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Lawsuit filed over imperiled Pecos River turtle
A struggling turtle native to the waters of New Mexico, including the Pecos River, is at the center of a federal lawsuit.
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Lawmakers push crime bills ahead of New Mexico legislative session
Lawmakers will have until Feb. 4 to introduce legislation.
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Ruidoso Downs out of business after flood and fire damage
Officials with the Ruidoso Downs Race Track announced today that the entire 2026 race meet will be held at the Downs of Albuquerque this year.
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