A New Mexico judge is granting an injunction against an armed paramilitary group in Southern New Mexico – that drew attention in 2020 for its armed presence at demonstrations against police violence and colonialist monuments around the state. The New Mexico Civil Guard claimed it was acting as a volunteer peacekeeping force. Tuesday, a judge … Read more
Foundations and their roles in supporting certain City of Roswell public facilities and activities is the topic of the city’s third public forum in its ongoing series. The forum is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 18, at the Roswell Convention Center (912 N. Main St.) from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. and will also be accessible on … Read more
Chaves County authorities are said to be searching for a woman believed to be involved in a murder case. Brittany Chipps is described as a person of interest in the homicide case of Enrique Plascencia Junior. No other details were provided.
The Cy Palmer Memorial Car Seat CLinic is planned for this Saturday at the Bulldog Stadium in Artesia. The annual clinic is held as a celebration of life and remembrance of Cy Palmer, a 7 year old boy who tragically lost his life as a result of a car crash in 2017. If you’re interested … Read more
The Carlsbad Life House is planningto host a fundraiser for its mental health and substance abuse services after expanding this year to become a leader in the region for such services. Lifehouse is currently located at 1900 Westridge and provides up to 30 days of intensive residential treatment options. Lifehouse will soon be opening a … Read more
NM State House Republican Leader Jim Townsend has called on State Representative Nathan Small (D-Las Cruces) to return any campaign contributions that may have been illegally raised in violation the federal Hatch Act. The U.S. House of Representatives’ Committee on Oversight and Reform requested that the US Office of Special Counsel begin an investigation into … Read more
A unique act that was featured on television’s America’s Got Talent is coming to the Roswell Convention Center. The Spheres Bubble Show will perform Nov. 5 and 6, with shows at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. each day. Show creator and star Blaise Ryndes describes the 75-minute show as “a comedic and mysterious fusion of … Read more
Keep Roswell Beautiful (KRB) and the Roswell Hispano Chamber of Commerce are inviting volunteers to help clean up the city. The target area for this year’s Community Cleanup on Saturday, Oct. 15, is Poe Corn Park and the Hondo River Trail. The event will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Cleanup supplies will … Read more
Kate The CHemist is headed to the Roswell Science and Art Festival. The Late Show science talent will perform at the free community event on Saturday, October 8th. Dr. Kate Biberdorf’s mission is to ignite, inspire, and motivate young students to develop a love for learning and exploration in the sciences. She targets students who … Read more
A Roswell-based cannabis retailer has opened the first shop in Artesia, at the former Chaos Cafe Restaurant. Pecos Valley Productions now has a total of 17 stores statewide. It’s the third in Eddy County, according to the company’s website. There are two stores in Carlsbad. Artesia Community Development Director Jim McGuire told the Current Argus … Read more