December 22, 2025
New Mexico Legislators Can’t Have It Both Ways
The oil and gas industry has been the backbone of New Mexico's economy for decades, contributing nearly half of the state's budget.
Artesia General Hospital celebrates Bone and Joint Center anniversary
Sandra Trujillo had knee problems. She couldn’t even walk without hurting. Lucky for her, she was in the right place and she was there at the right time.
Entertainment guide offered to readers
While it’s true that men and women are circling the globe in space, writing “personal” letters with help from AI robots, and counting on “Alexa” to remember the kids’ birthdays, life on most days can still be fairly down to earth and often frustrating.
How might we approach Holy Week?
This Sunday is Palm Sunday and it celebrates Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem.
Southeast GOP blocks oil bills, frustrated by crime inaction
Republicans in southeast New Mexico said they were successful in blocking several bills that would have upped regulations on oil and gas operators during the 2025 legislative session, but chided Democrats who control the Legislature for not addressing public safety and crime.
Lucy Leyba
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lucy…
I Don’t Think Getting Tough on Crime is ‘Stupid’
Democrats in the legislature either wish to totally ignore the public’s outcry to address crime.
Millions go to counties, cities for capital outlay projects via bill
About $1.2 billion in local infrastructure projects throughout New Mexico will be funded after lawmakers passed House Bill 450 on March 20, two days before the end of the 2025 Legislative Session.
Decades of work keeps Rio Grande Cutthroat Trout off Endangered List
The species is threatened by competition and hybridization with nonnative trout, such as rainbow, brook and brown trout, as well as habitat loss, drought and the effects of wildfires.
Artesia hosts Carlsbad
Lady Dogs and Cavegirls makeup game postponed due to weather in March.