Artesia Daily Press

Artesia Daily Press Weekly Newspaper for Artesia, N.M. Publishes every Thursday. https://artesianews.com/

The Artesia Daily Press, founded in 1954 is the leading source of local news and sports coverage in the small town in northern Eddy County. The paper serves one of New Mexico's most passionate sports fan bases through daily coverage of the Artesia High School Bulldogs football team and other sports. The Daily Press is frequently awarded top honors for its sports coverage, and also focuses on local

government, crime and local events to serve its readers through a commitment to story telling and establishing an informed readership.

08/06/2025

After his mother called him and told him that his dad had passed, he went to Lubbock, Texas, to pick up his sisters, Vicki McKay and Angela Martel.

Thank you for your help.
08/06/2025

Thank you for your help.

In his senior year at Artesia High, Mecham played a variety of positions on the Bulldogs’ basketball team.

08/05/2025

She was born with her left arm missing at the elbow, but she refuses to let that stop her.

Flooding has not been limited to Lincoln County.
08/05/2025

Flooding has not been limited to Lincoln County.

Eddy County Emergency Manager Jennifer Armendariz reported that 7.47 inches of rainfall fell between June 1 and July 11 at Carlsbad Caverns, while 4.42 inches fell at the Carlsbad Airport and 3.77 inches in Artesia.

08/02/2025

This agreement means that all permanent Eddy County residents are automatically enrolled in the Trans Aero Medevac membership program.

Beat the heat this weekend..
08/01/2025

Beat the heat this weekend..

A change of the calendar from July to August means school is starting at districts across New Mexico. Weekend fishing trips to lakes and streams could be considered essential as students start hitting the books.

An inspirational message from Ty Houghtaling.
08/01/2025

An inspirational message from Ty Houghtaling.

Self-denial is the call of Christ. He modeled it in his short life here in the world and He called all who would dare follow Him to deny self.

Ever fished from a kayak?
07/31/2025

Ever fished from a kayak?

Anthony Barrera picked up his first fishing pole 30 years ago while growing up in Artesia. He enjoyed fishing along the banks of the Pecos River but he wanted more – he yearned to fish in places he couldn’t get to by walking.

More coverage from the Eddy County Fair.
07/30/2025

More coverage from the Eddy County Fair.

Colton Sandmann, a 15-year-old freshman at Artesia Junior High School, helps raise lambs and shows market lambs.

Eddy County Fair has a new queen.
07/30/2025

Eddy County Fair has a new queen.

Artesia’s Baylee Denison didn’t have much time to bask in her new role as Eddy County Fair Queen after claiming the crown from outgoing queen Taylor Salter.

Here are the animal show results.
07/29/2025

Here are the animal show results.

Here are the livestock competition results from the Eddy County Fair.

The Smokin' Hot Bullriding is one of many attractions at the Eddy County Fair.
07/29/2025

The Smokin' Hot Bullriding is one of many attractions at the Eddy County Fair.

Friday night was bull riding night at the 80th Eddy County Fair in Artesia, as cowboys tested their mettle against bovine fury.

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Artesia, NM

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4pm
Friday 7:30am - 12pm

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+15757463524

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