Carlsbad City Council unanimously approved Kinetik NM Gas Gathering’s 2.08-mile natural gas pipeline near U.S. Highway 62/180. About 36% of the line will run through city limits, crossing Orchard Lane, city waterlines, a railroad and an irrigation canal. Councilors also addressed water infrastructure bids, pool improvements and Carlsbad MainStreet’s management

The 2026 elections marked a decisive rejection of Trump, easing America’s political fever and reshaping New Mexico politics. Democrats won the governorship and expanded their House majority, but Republican strength among sheriffs and county commissioners shows the state remains competitive. The results reflect voter priorities, not necessarily satisfaction with Democratic

Trout fishing is producing strong catches across northern and southwestern New Mexico, with especially good action at Charette Lakes, Canjilon Lakes, the Rio Cebolla and Lake Roberts. Anglers are finding success with flies, foam ants, PowerBait, cheese and red eggs. Catfishing ranges from fair to particularly good at several eastern

A new detention center in Eddy County will begin to rise above Corrales Drive next month. The $170.8 million project began construction in April with most of its underground utilities complete and its foundation 70% built as of the Nov. 10 Eddy County Commission meeting where commissioners received an update

Carlsbad’s Cavemen advance to the 6-A state football playoff quarterfinals after defeating Hobbs 42-35 in overtime. The No. 7 seed faces undefeated No. 2 Volcano Vista on Saturday, Nov. 14, at Nusenda Community Stadium. Carlsbad seeks revenge after losing 38-17 to the District 6-2A champion Hawks during the regular season.

After Republicans’ midterm losses, Cal Thomas argues the party failed to make a compelling case on issues voters cared about, relying instead on weak candidates, personal attacks and expensive negative advertising. Drawing on Margaret Thatcher’s maxim that politicians must win the argument before winning votes, Thomas urges Republicans to develop

That friendly Facebook connection may be a sophisticated scammer using stolen photos or AI-generated identities. Learn warning signs, including sudden romance, excuses to meet, requests for money or personal information, and suspicious links. New Mexico’s Stop. Drop. Verify. guidance urges residents to slow down, independently confirm identities, protect accounts, and

Carlsbad will honor native son and Green Beret medic Barry Sadler, whose 1966 song “The Ballad of the Green Beret” topped the Billboard Hot 100, with highway signs at the city’s four main entrances. Former classmates spearheaded the project through the Adopt-a-Highway program to preserve Sadler’s legacy and recognize local

Stoney LaRue brings his distinctive blend of red dirt country, Americana, rock, and blues to Roswell’s The Liberty on Sunday, Nov. 15. The Texas-born, Oklahoma-raised singer-songwriter discusses his New Mexico connections, influential artists, personal songwriting, acclaimed albums, and what fans can expect from his authentic live performance. The post Stoney

Reflecting on the Marine Corps’ 251st birthday and Veterans Day, a former Marine recalls earning the title at Parris Island and the lifelong brotherhood, discipline and purpose it instilled. Drawing parallels between military service and sports, he honors veterans’ sacrifices, celebrates teamwork and encourages young athletes to consider the nobility