Opinion: Why is there so much faith in politics?

It’s only February and other than the almost nonstop coverage of the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping story, especially cable networks are obsessed with the November election, though it is more than eight months away. So much can - and likely will - change before then. Why all the attention?

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Around Town

A look at community events around Artesia.

Artesia’s Beau Byers earns Top 10 finish

Artesia High School sophomore Beau Byers’ golf game is taking him to places he has only dreamed about: facing the best competition in his age bracket (15-18) at a national tournament.

Three Artesia wrestlers advance to state

The Artesia boys wrestling team traveled to Santa Teresa for the regional qualifier ahead of the state meet on Feb. 20-21 at the Rio Rancho Events Center, with the first match starting at 10 a.m.