February 4, 2026
Trout continue to rule New Mexico waters
Anglers seeking the best conditions for trout this week should travel to rivers or streams in either northern or southern New Mexico.
Trustworthy saying
Five times in the New Testament, the phrase “here is a trustworthy saying” appears.
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.”
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Eddy County nonprofits honored at Altrusa luncheon in Artesia
Rhonda Jones moved to Carlsbad six years ago from Dallas to be closer to her family.
Explosion at refinery in Artesia injures 3
It was initially unclear if anyone was hurt, the cause of the explosion and level of damage to the facility.
Dream season continues for Artesia boys soccer team
Sometimes in real life, things turn out like they did on Saturday.
Sights from Artesia boys’ soccer historic quarterfinals win over Los Alamos on Saturday
A look at Artesia boys soccer historic win over Los Alamos.
Around Town
A look at events happening around Artesia.
Who are the real kings?
Trump, in 2020, did not sic his Department of Justice on his rival, Biden.