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Crews respond to fire south of Roswell
ROSWELL, N.M. (KRQE) – A large fire is burning in Chaves County south of Roswell near the Roswell Air Center. The Chaves County Sheriff’s Office is saying the fire has the potential to produce deadly gases. Law enforcement is asking residents to stay clear of the area. The City of Roswell says no evacuations are necessary at […]
New Mexico State Police responds to deadly crash in Artesia
EDDY COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico State Police and the Eddy County Sheriff’s Office responded to a dead crash in Artesia on Wednesday. The crash involved one vehicle. The sheriff’s office said 26th Street will be closed between Compress Road and the Artesia city limits for an unknown amount of time.
Schlotzsky's is coming to Artesia. Here's how to get your sandwich fix.
A sandwich chain new to Eddy County plans to open shop in Artesia this fall, offering a unique menu officials hope will cause diners to flock to the restaurant to try something new. Schlotzsky’s held a groundbreaking ceremony at the location of its Artesia restaurant earlier this month, with plans...
Derrick Floor park getting new life as Oil Patch Plaza
Twenty years after the creation and dedication of the three bronze sculptures that make up what locals call The Derrick Floor, the grassy knoll at Sixth and Main streets is transforming from a simple, historic landmark into a lively and interactive playground and picnic area. In honor of the upcoming...
Artesia man caught breaking into local vape shop; accomplice still at large
One Artesia man has been arrested on burglary charges and another remains at large following a break-in early Friday morning at a local vape shop. Artesia Police Department (APD) officers were dispatched just after 2 a.m. Friday, April 19, to A1 Tobacco and Vape, 1404 W. Main St., in reference to a commercial burglary in progress. Upon arrival, police noticed a ladder behind the business that had been used to gain access from the roof.
Roswell man charged with threatening to shoot dental office staff for not seeing him
EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) – A federal grand jury has indicted a New Mexico man who allegedly threatened to shoot the staff of a dentist for not seeing him without an appointment and burn down an apartment building. Wednesday’s indictment came after a federal magistrate judge in Las Cruces, New Mexico, found Edward Laning […]
Roswell Police, Walgreens to host prescription drug take back event
ROSWELL, N.M. (KRQE) – The Roswell Police Department and Walgreens are hosting a prescription drug take back event this month. The event allows people to safely dispose of their unwanted medication. People can bring their unwanted and unneeded prescription drugs to the Walgreens located at 1200 S. Main St....
Eddy County Courthouse won't be torn down if new complex is built, officials say
A plan to move the Eddy County Courthouse to a new $350 million complex south of Carlsbad was placed on hold Tuesday by the Eddy County Board of County Commissioners as public input was needed, said Bo Bowen, commission chair. He said he received hundreds of phone calls and emails asking that the plan to move the Eddy County Courthouse, Eddy County Administration offices and the Eddy County Detention into one location south of Carlsbad be paused...
Artesia Truck Driving School celebrates grand opening
The Artesia Chamber of Commerce joined staff of the Artesia Truck Driving School, 3205 W. Main St., last month in celebrating its official grand opening with a ceremonial ribbon cutting. The school is available to train individuals and/or company employees for Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDLs). For more information, call 575-748-9766. (Photos Courtesy Artesia Chamber of Commerce)
UMC celebrates ground breaking of new cancer center
LUBBOCK, Texas (NEWS RELEASE) - On April 18th, UMC Health System and the TLC2 Foundation from Artesia, New Mexico, joined on the main UMC campus to celebrate a historic day to change the landscape for the future of Cancer Care. On this day, the shovels represent the true ‘groundbreaking’ for the future of Cancer Care.
City appoints new District 4 councilor
The Artesia City Council appointed a new councilor for District 4 and elected its mayor pro tem during Tuesday’s meeting at City Hall. Michael Bundt was appointed to fill the District 4 council seat recently vacated by Sam Hagelstein. No candidates ran for the seat during March’s municipal election. Bundt is a former economic development director for the Artesia Chamber of Commerce.
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