December 16, 2025
Southwest stuffed New Mexico chicken meatballs
It’s rustic, satisfying, and just the right kind of spicy.
Buddhist monks visit Otero County Prison Facility
The monks were accompanied by longtime religious volunteer Lim Kien, who has devoted more than 11 years to supporting the spiritual growth and well-being of the Buddhist community within the facility.
Around Town
A look at community activities in and around Artesia.
A story to tell
Most of us know the story of the woman at the well found in John chapter four. How that Jesus on His way back into Galilee had to go through Samaria.
Police blotter
Information taken from Artesia Police Department crime files and arrest records. All suspects are innocent until proven guilty.
Man dies in custody at detention center
A 29-year-old Carlsbad man was found dead at the Eddy County Detention Center on the morning of Oct. 9, hours after he was incarcerated and after jail staff said the man had a “medical emergency.”
NM health agency warns of upcoming change for some SNAP recipients
The state agency that administers New Mexico’s food stamps program says as many as 32,000 residents’ eligibility could be impacted next month by new federal rules.
5 arrested in oil theft ring
An alleged scheme to steal crude oil out of pipelines in the Carlsbad area and sell the product in West Texas led to federal charges for five men arrested last month.
State Police investigate alleged officer involved shooting
An alleged officer involved shooting near Carlsbad was under investigation, according to a news release from the Eddy County Sheriff’s Office.
Art in the Park celebrates half-century
Kids and adults enjoyed a petting zoo, food trucks and vendors during Art in the Park.