Artesia, NM

Satellite data identified 166 methane “super emitter” events in Eddy and Lea counties between January 2025 and April 2026, but only 2% matched operator reports. The findings renew calls for expanded monitoring as federal methane safeguards face rollback. New Mexico officials are proposing stricter state rules, including third-party satellite data and a lower emissions threshold. The post Satellite Data Finds 166 Methane ‘Super Emitters’ in Southeast New Mexico appeared first on Artesia D

Artesia volleyball team defeats Lovington in straight sets on Thursday night at the Bulldog Pit. The post Artesia defeats Lovington in season finale appeared first on Artesia Daily Press.

A new community mural along JJ Clarke Drive in Artesia celebrates the city’s history and everyday life. Artist Kirsten Mauritsen and Artesia Clean and Beautiful Director Linda Stevens completed the project Thursday morning after beginning work in July. The mural is the third community artwork installed along the drive, adding another public tribute to Artesia. The post New Artesia Mural Celebrates the Community’s History and Everyday Life appeared first on Artesia Daily Press.

Deb Haaland was the apparent winner in the race to become New Mexico’s next governor, according to unofficial results of the Nov. 3 midterm election. Haaland, 65, earned 412,834 votes or 57% of the total cast, according to unofficial results from the New Mexico secretary of state. That’s compared with 308,351 votes cast or 43% […] The post Haaland wins race for governor appeared first on Artesia Daily Press.

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.