Newborn death case debated

A police bodycam video allegedly showing an Artesia teenager confessing to suffocating her newborn son was at the center of a New Mexico Supreme Court argument regarding the admissibility of comments made by the defendant while under medical care.

Eddy County accepts 2025 tax rates

Eddy County taxpayers will see mostly minor decreases in municipal property tax rates for the 2025 tax year, running from Jan. 1 to Dec. 31, after county commissioners voted unanimously to approve the tax rates Sept. 4.

Cheeseburger Pie with Chunky Cucumber Salad

Southwest New Mexico cooking often blends homestyle favorites with the bold flavor of green chile. This cheeseburger pie is a prime example—hearty, cheesy, and spiced just right. Hatch chile adds a signature kick, while the topping bakes into a golden crust that turns the dish into a family favorite.

Florez to lead Eddy County IT

Jason Florez was appointed as Eddy County’s new Information Technology (IT) Director. Florez, who began his career with the County as an IT Specialist in 2008, was promoted to Assistant Director in 2019 and will now step into the Director role.