All’s Fair When it Comes to HealthcareWorker Recruiting

Around Houston Medical Center are six billboards inviting its employees to come to New Mexico, where they will be “Free to Provide.” The message is repeated in full page ads in the Sunday editions of dailies in San Antonio, Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth and Houston.New Mexico’s governor and state Health Department are taking advantage of turmoil in the Texas medical community caused by changes in abortion laws to recruit healthcare workers.Our shortage of practitioners is well known; some rural hospitals have closed their obstetrics wards.

Artesia City Council votes to allow authorized alcohol on city property

The Artesia City Council passed an ordinance that will regulate the consumption of alcoholic beverages on city-owned property at the Artesia City Council meeting on Tuesday, August 13th. The current ordinance does not allow alcohol consumption on City property under any circumstance whereas the new ordinance will allow it when authorized by a resolution. “So basically, what this is— if a person is holding an event and wants to use a piece of City property, like Jaycee Park, Heritage Park, or the Balloons and Tunes events on Eagle Draw, the current ordinance does not allow us to have alcohol sales on City Property,” said Byron Landfair, Infrastructure Director.

CHANGES COMING AT THE ARTESIA DAILY PRESS

The Daily Press is adopting several new computer systems over the coming months to help us better serve our readers and community. One of these changes requires that many of our on-line subscribers update their password. On-line subscribers will receive instructions via e-mail in the coming days.

REZA PRODUCE

Now Roasting Long Green Chilies. Canalope & Watermelons Now Hiring Help! 18 Pheasant Rd.

Trial delayed for Alexee Trevizo accused of killing newborn at hospital

The trial of Alexee Trevizo, accused of smothering her baby in a trash can after giving birth in a hospital emergency room, has been delayed as the prosecution and defense debate the inclusion of crucial evidence before the New Mexico Supreme Court. Police said Trevizo, 20, gave birth to the child in a bathroom at the Artesia General Hospital in January 2023 and put him in a nearby trash can where he died of suffocation.

Oil and gas industry supporting community via non-profits

New Mexico students can win a backpack filled with electronics, school supplies and other prizes via the New Mexico Oil and Gas Association (NMOGA)’s annual Ultimate Backpack Giveaway contest. This year, five winners will receive a backpack with an iPad, AirPods, a keyboard, school supplies and free pizza party, read a NMOGA news release.

Marion Denise (Meme) Bean

Memorial Services are scheduled for Marion Denise (Meme) Bean on August 22, 2024 at 2:00pm. Services will take place at Harvest Fellowship in Artesia, New Mexico with Tate Branch officiating.

Frank B. Hernandez

Our beloved Frank B. Hernandez has passed away August 5, 2024.

Linda Kathleen Newell

Linda Kathleen Newell passed away after an extended illness on August 6, 2024, at the age of 78. Born on July 28, 1946, Linda’s life was a testament to the love, kindness, and faith that always defined her.