February 11, 2026
Police blotter
Dec. 4
Moziejko looking to become a state champion
Colt Moziejko is a junior and recently helped the Artesia Bulldogs football team win its 33rd state championship.
Man killed in crash on WIPP Road
A Carlsbad man was killed in a truck crash after allegedly running a stop sign, Wednesday, Dec. 17.
Artesia Animal shelter filling up
The city of Artesia is hoping to see an increase in stray dog adoptions as it continues to spay and neuter the animals at no expense to new owners.
Cry the beloved Europe?
Americans, in turn, are worried that Europe is not just stagnating but is on a trajectory of permanent decline -- with dire consequences for the entire Western world.
Jury rules ‘self-defense’ in murder acquittal
A smile cracked the stoic expression Damien Vasquez held throughout his murder trial as the jury read its verdict finding him not guilty.
Artesia approved for county housing funds
Artesia officials will use about $6.5 million from Eddy County to stimulate the city’s housing market.
WIPP contractor staying on 3 more years
A contractor hired to oversee nuclear waste disposal near Carlsbad will continue running the facility for the next three years.
Artesia basketball splits with Carlsbad
Friday night at The Cave at Carlsbad High School, the Artesia Bulldogs and Lady Bulldogs faced a partisan crowd.
Christmas shoppers get last minute gifts at Oil Patch Market finale
The series of nine market events at the Derrick Floor in downtown Artesia began in April, showcasing vendors from the local area and across southeast New Mexico selling a variety of wares including arts and crafts, jewelry, baked deserts, and fresh fruits and vegetables grown in season.