The Gifford Fire remains only around 3 percent contained as it has now scorched more than 65-thousand acres. That’s up from 50-thousand acres this time yesterday. The fire broke out on Friday after a car reportedly driving on a flat tire sparked roadside brush. The fire quickly grew on Monday to cover more than 100 … Read more
The city of Artesia has renewed its contract for air ambulance service. That means the service will continue to be free for residents if they ever need it. The agreement means all permanent Eddy County residents are automatically enrolled in the Trans Aero Medevac membership program. No remaining balance will need to be paid by … Read more
A Clovis man has been convicted of child abuse after shooting his daughter in July of 2023. Police say Jeffrey Smiley opened fire on his ex-wife’s car after finding out earlier that day that the couple’s divorce had been finalized in court. The ruling meant that Smiley would not be allowed to see or visit … Read more
Congratulations going out to Baylee Denison, who was crowned this week as the Eddy County Fair Queen. Outgoing queen Taylor Salter handed off the crown. Denison’s first official duty was to hand out the ribbons and banners to 4H and FFA members during the awards ceremony at the fair’s livestock barn. Denison is a 15 … Read more
Artesia Mayor Jon Henry is moving forward with a potential hiring of a city administrator. On Tuesday, the city council voted to approve a job description for the position. The vote was unanimous. The new position will focus on improving interdepartmental coordination, tracking ongoing projects, and supporting the mayor in administrative duties. Henry also serves … Read more
The Eddy County Sheriffs Office reports two people were found dead in the 100 block of South Donaldson Farms Road on Wednesday. Sheriff Matt Hutchinson says deputies had responded to reports of two unconscious adults. When they arrived, the found both victims were deceased. This is an active investigation and sheriff Hutchinson says he has … Read more
The beginning of a new school year means new adventures for many children: new friends to meet, new teachers to get used to, new academic subjects to learn and master, and for some students, new school buildings to figure out. With all this facing local kids as school begins anew Aug. 4, children may not … Read more
The Roswell Police Department and Roswell Fire Department invite the public to join them at National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 5, at the Roswell Recreation and Aquatic Center (1402 W. College Blvd.) from 6 to 8 p.m. RPD, RFD and other law enforcement, fire and medical agencies will have some of their vehicles and … Read more
FEMA is supporting state and local recovery efforts for New Mexicans in Lincoln County who sustained damage from the severe storms, flooding and landslides that began June 23, 2025, and continuing. Financial assistance is available to eligible homeowners and renters in Lincoln County. FEMA may be able to help with serious needs, displacement, basic home … Read more
Beginning Aug. 4, the outdoor pool at the Roswell Recreation and Aquatic Center will be open only on weekends. The hours are noon to 5:45 p.m. Until then, the outdoor pool remains open daily during those same hours. The last day the outdoor pool will be open for this year’s summer season will be Labor … Read more