This story was updated at 12:10 p.m. March 5.A change of venue was granted by the New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) for the annual rivalry football game between the Carlsbad Cavemen and Artesia Bulldogs, said Carlsbad Municipal Schools … [Continue reading] about Cavemen vs. Bulldogs game to be held in Hobbs
Community COVID-19 vaccination clinics increasing in Carlsbad

The first community COVID-19 vaccination clinic in Carlsbad saw more than 500 people receive the inoculation Monday, according to Eddy County’s Emergency Manager.Jennifer Armendariz said Monday’s clinic at the Walter Gerrells Performing Arts Center … [Continue reading] about Community COVID-19 vaccination clinics increasing in Carlsbad
North County cities to receive financial assistance from $1.9 trillion stimulus bill

REGION — The House of Representatives recently passed the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and some North County cities could see additional funding if signed into law. The bill passed the House … [Continue reading] about North County cities to receive financial assistance from $1.9 trillion stimulus bill
Crash victim airlifted for treatment Wednesday south of Carlsbad

An man was flown to an out-of-state hospital Wednesday after being ejected from his vehicle during a two-vehicle crash south of Carlsbad, Eddy County Sheriff Mark Cage said.The man's name was not released to the media.Deputies were dispatched to the … [Continue reading] about Crash victim airlifted for treatment Wednesday south of Carlsbad
Lawmakers advance bills transitioning New Mexico away from oil and gas

Two bills that would work to transition New Mexico away from its reliance on oil and gas advanced in the Legislature this week as Democrats continue to push such an agenda against Republican opposition.House Bill 297, known as the Workforce and … [Continue reading] about Lawmakers advance bills transitioning New Mexico away from oil and gas