The 19 year old Artesia woman accused of leaving her newborn baby to die in a hospital trash can – has won her case to have her bail conditions modified. The change will allow Alexi Trevizo to attend university classes in person. Trevizo is charged with murder in the first degree, child abuse, and tampering … Read more
A fatal shooting that occurred early Monday morning (Aug. 21) in east Roswell is under investigation by the Roswell Police Department. The shooting resulted in the death of Christopher Herrera, 45. He was found with a gunshot wound deceased at the scene of the shooting in the 800 block of East Fifth Street around 3:40 … Read more
In a remarkable display of cross-cultural partnership, three Roswell city councilors and the mayor are set to embark on a journey to Kozienice, Poland, solidifying a special connection through the signing of a “Sister City” resolution that was voted on in the March meeting of the Roswell City Council. They will leave for Poland Aug. … Read more
Roswell Police are on the hunt for two men in connection to a shooting on August 6th. They know who one man is. He is 31 year old Harman Rafael Najar. The seocnd man is not yet identified, but you can see pictures on the RPD Facebook page. A man riding a moped was shot … Read more
Crews from the Smokey Bear Ranger District continue working at the West Mountain Fire, a lightning-caused wildfire that began on August 3. The fire is currently being managed for forest health. As of Tuesday, the fire was reported at 268 acres in size, and moving slowly across the landscape. It is staying within containment lines, … Read more
The city of Artesia is unveiling it’s new logo and branding. The city says it worked closely with Red Rocket Media to design the updated logo to symbolize a new and revitalized era in the city’s history. The city council unanimously approved the new logo last week. The logo is designed to be used in … Read more
In the midst of a scorching summer, the City of Carlsbad’s Stage One Water Restrictions have been put into effect, Carlsbad Mayor Dale Janway announced. The most significant restriction is when residents can water outdoors with a sprinkler or hose. Residents with an odd number should water on Wednesdays, Fridays or Sundays before 10 a.m. … Read more
AUDACIOUS STRATOSPHERE SKYDIVE TRAINING is taking place IN ROSWELL next week. US Air Force Special Operations and Adventurist Larry Conner will try to break a world record in support of the Special Operations Warrior Foundation. The Alpha 5 Project is a mission to set a new world record for highest HALo formation skydive. You can … Read more
The New Mexico Higher Education Department is now accepting applications for a loan-for-service program providing up to 100 percent student loan forgiveness for New Mexico residents who graduate from one of 23 out-of-state graduate and professional programs in dentistry, optometry, and veterinary medicine. The Western Interstate Commission on Higher Education (WICHE) Loan-for-Service Program forgives a … Read more
The City of Carlsbad is celebrating the 100-year anniversary of the Carlsbad Caverns by inviting tourists and locals alike to play along on a scavenger hunt app that highlights all the great things to do in Carlsbad. The Carlsbad Caverns Discovery Dash scavenger hunt is officially underway and can be downloaded on any App Store … Read more