February 3, 2026
Artesia girls baskeball team on winning streak
The 2026 Artesia girls basketball team has absorbed some hard blows early in the season.
Two named to girls All-State teams
Recently, the New Mexico High School Coaches Association named Abigail Jowers and Marlyn Corza of Artesia to its All-State girls soccer team.
Artesia Police blotter
Information is published from the crime files of the Artesia Police Department. Suspects are innocent until proven guilty.
Artesia native named new director for kayak fishing tournaments
A fishing tournament in Carlsbad and a nighttime fishing tournament at Conchas Lake highlight the 2026 New Mexico Bass Nation Kayak Anglers schedule, said incoming tournament director Anthony Barrera.
Artesia’s Vega reaches 1,000-point milestone
For Braylon Vega, the silky-smooth-shooting guard on the Artesia boys basketball team, his life changed when he transferred from Hobbs to Artesia.
Around Town
A look at community events in Artesia.
Police blotter
Information is published from the crime files of the Artesia Police Department. Suspects are innocent until proven guilty.
Trout remain popular in Lincoln County lakes
Trout-fishing conditions have not changed at the popular waters in and around Ruidoso this week.
Opinion: The folly of ‘energy transition’
It is an absolute fact the emissions associated with the generation of reliable, affordable, and available electricity correlate directly with economic well being and prosperity.
Culinary Confidential Heavenly Deep-Fried Stuffed French Toast with Sweet Cream
A mimosa is the perfect companion to rich brunch fare—bright, celebratory, and effortless.