Artesia, NM

Artesia boys and girls cross-country win the District 4-4A Meet on Friday. The post New coach, same standard: Artesia sweeps fourth straight district titles appeared first on Artesia Daily Press.

No one knows exactly how many people have been killed in the Ukraine war, which has now lasted four years and eight months--longer than World War II in the Pacific, the American Civil War, or World War I. There is still no end in sight. Estimates of the human toll vary widely, since it is in the interest of both sides to exaggerate the losses of the enemy while under-reporting their own casualties. The post Victor Hanson: The Ukrainian Gordian Knot appeared first on Artesia Daily Press.

The Artesia volleyball team fell to Goddard in straight sets on Monday night at the Bulldog Pit. The post Artesia volleyball team swept by Goddard appeared first on Artesia Daily Press.

Artesia Public Library’s “Holiday Cards for the Troops” drive invites residents, businesses and organizations to send upbeat Christmas messages to military service members. Cards may be signed at the library or taken elsewhere and returned by Nov. 23. Librarian Wendy Kilpatrick will send them through United Soldiers and Sailors of America, continuing a drive that delivered more than 400 cards annually. The post Artesia Library’s Holiday Card Drive Supports U.S. Troops appeared first on A

As Veterans Day approaches, Artesia honors veterans whose service continues beyond the uniform. Former soldiers, Marines, and airmen now serve as educators, leaders, entrepreneurs, coaches, ministers, and public servants. Their sacrifices—and those of their families—include visible and invisible wounds. The community is urged to move beyond words by listening, connecting, and supporting local veterans. The post Artesia Veterans Continue to Lead and Serve Beyond the Uniform appeared first on

In this Pastor Column, Pastor David Grousnick uses humorous stories, the Titanic, and Jesus’ parable of the ten virgins to urge readers to examine their lives. Because Christ’s return will be unexpected, earthly valuables and religious appearances cannot prepare us; repentance and readiness matter. Are you ready to meet Jesus with no unfinished business? The post David Grousnick: Are You Ready to Meet Jesus? Lessons from the Ten Virgins appeared first on Artesia Daily Press.

ROSWELL, N.M. — The Roswell Coyotes are the number one seed in Class 5A heading into the state playoffs after finishing the regular season 9-1. The Coyotes will be chasing their second title in the last three years. The Artesia Bulldogs (6-4) who are the three seed are seeking back-to-back state titles. Piedra Vista (9-1) […] The post Roswell Earns Number One Seed in Class 5A State Football Bracket After Finishing 9-1 in Regular Season appeared first on KOB 4.

Bulldog football team is the No. 3 seed in the state tournament. The post Bulldogs earn No. 3 seed, first-round bye in state playoffs appeared first on Artesia Daily Press.

Rhonda Hatch led the Eddy County assessor’s race with 65% of unofficial votes, defeating Democratic challenger Gemma Ferguson, who received 31%. Hatch, a 21-year assessor’s office veteran, previously won the position unopposed in 2022. Uncontested winners included County Clerk Cara Cooke, commissioners Bo Bowen and Henry Castaneda, and several district judges. The post Rhonda Hatch Leads Eddy County Assessor’s Race With 65% of Vote appeared first on Artesia Daily Press.

Ben Ray Lujan looks poised to retain his Senate seat after collecting a vast majority of the votes over Republican challenger Larry Marker in Tuesday’s midterm election.  The Associated Press called the election shortly after 7 p.m. Tuesday. As of 7:30 p.m., Lujan had 55,438 votes, or 69.4% of the votes counted so far. Marker […] The post Lujan poised to retain Senate seat appeared first on Artesia Daily Press.