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Fishing conditions vary across New Mexico, with anglers finding mixed success for catfish, trout, largemouth bass, bluegill, and tiger muskie. Reports highlight fair to good bass fishing at Sumner Lake, strong trout action at Eagle Nest Lake, and very good bluegill and catfish catches at Navajo Lake, while other waters remain slower. The post Fishing fortunes vary at New Mexico lakes and streams…
The FBI has joined local authorities investigating the deaths of three men described as transient in the Roswell area: Kent Hoffman, Andrew Lujan-Huerta and Karl Affsprung. Their bodies were found in June and July, with Lujan-Huerta and Affsprung suffering gunshot wounds. Officials are seeking information about the cases and any possible connection. Call 1-800-225-5324. The post FBI Joins…
Sheryl Williams Stapleton’s corruption conviction highlights how power, entitlement and weak ethics rules can enable self-dealing. Yet New Mexico’s unpaid legislators also make significant personal sacrifices, and most serve honorably. This opinion argues that both parties deflect blame while the party in power enjoys the greatest opportunity and cover for corruption—leaving taxpayers and…
Cavemen break losing streak at Bulldog Bowl. The post Cavemen football ends four-game losing streak in Artesia with win over Bulldogs in Eddy County War appeared first on Carlsbad Current Argus .
Happy Valley and La Huerta residents say rapid oil and gas development has disrupted their rural way of life with heavy truck traffic, noise, odors and bright lights. They’re seeking stronger setbacks and local action after Permian Resources received city approval for 10 wells, highlighting regulatory gaps between Carlsbad and Eddy County. The post ‘I wanted to see the stars’: Happy Valley…
Brodie Allen steps into the spotlight as Loving’s new starting quarterback when the Falcons open the 2026 football season Friday night at Estancia. After contributing as a passer, runner and receiver last year, Allen says he’s ready for the added responsibility of leading a team that went 8-4 and reached the 2A quarterfinals. The post Allen ready to be front and center for Falcons in season opener…
Michel, now 26, is set to perform a show 7 to 8 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 29, at the Cavern Theater in downtown Carlsbad. Tickets are $15 for adults, and $10 for children. The post Magician Zach Michel prepares to ‘enjoy the moment’ at Cavern Theater show appeared first on Carlsbad Current Argus .
The first and most important tip is simple: read together every day. Even just 15 to 20 minutes of shared reading can have a tremendous impact on a child’s literacy development. For babies and toddlers, this might mean looking at picture books and talking about the illustrations. For older children, it could be reading a chapter book together before bedtime. The routine matters as much as the book…
This New Mexican Shrimp Gumbo puts a Southwest spin on a Louisiana classic, blending Gulf shrimp, andouille sausage, the Cajun holy trinity, and roasted Hatch green chiles in a rich dark roux. Served over rice with cornbread, it delivers hearty, smoky flavor with a distinctly New Mexico twist. The post Culinary Confidential: New Mexican Shrimp Gumbo appeared first on Carlsbad Current Argus .
New Carlsbad soccer coach Aaron Babcock remains encouraged after the Cavemen opened the 2026 season with a 3-0 loss to experienced Santa Teresa. Babcock highlighted positives, freshman defender John Tupper’s performance and lessons from the opener. Carlsbad, 0-1, will host Mayfield Friday night and Centennial Saturday at Ralph Bowyer Cavemen Stadium. The post New Carlsbad Coach Finds Positives in…
New Mexico’s wildfire season is now year-round, placing rural electric cooperatives and the communities they serve under constant threat. Otero County Electric Cooperative is investing heavily in vegetation management, fireproof infrastructure and fault detection, but rising insurance and litigation costs demand action. Mario Romero urges lawmakers to modernize wildfire liability while protecting…
An environmental group has appealed a federal court ruling that vacated endangered species protections for the dunes sagebrush lizard, a tiny species native to the Permian Basin in New Mexico and Texas. The fight centers on whether federal safeguards are needed to curb oil and gas development and prevent the lizard’s extinction. The post Appeal Seeks to Restore Endangered Status for Dunes…
U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright visited Lea County to spotlight Permian Basin energy production during the Trump administration’s Great American Energy Comeback Tour. He toured Urenco’s uranium enrichment facility, celebrated an expansion that will double capacity, and visited Mewbourne Oil operations, where officials discussed faster permits, water reuse and methane capture. The post Energy…
Mary Sandford, the Carlsbad branch’s longest continuous American Association of University Women member, was honored with the Empowerment Award at the group’s annual Champagne Brunch en Blanc. A member since 1976, Sandford has spent decades mentoring others, supporting women’s education, and advocating for greater opportunities and leadership roles for women. The post AAUW Carlsbad honors…
The Little Argus shares upcoming Carlsbad community events and public service announcements, including library story times, downtown markets, senior center computer help, bingo, film screenings, and special programs at local venues. The free service invites nonprofits and organizations to submit brief notices in advance for publication on a rotating basis. The post Check in with the Little Argus…
Readers selected Carlsbad Cavemen multi-sport athlete Brock Wright and Cavegirls swimmer Sofia Escorial as the Carlsbad Current-Argus Athletes of the Year for 2025-2026. Wright helped lead football to the 6A state playoffs with 1,113 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns, while junior exchange student Escorial competed for the swim team. The post Brock Wright, Sofia Escorial Named Carlsbad Athletes of…
Carlsbad’s sports calendar highlights the start of the new high school season with football, soccer, volleyball and cross country matchups Aug. 21-25. The roundup also includes ongoing local recreation and fitness opportunities, from the Carlsbad Fitness Court and Riverwalk Recreation Center to wrestling tryouts, running groups, and New Mexico hunting and fishing challenges. The post Carlsbad…
A 33-year-old Carlsbad woman was arrested after police say she struck and killed a 69-year-old pedestrian with her truck and fled the scene. Anna Pena faces charges including homicide by vehicle, failing to render aid and reckless driving. The fatal crash happened Aug. 13 on South Canyon Street, and the investigation is ongoing. The post Carlsbad Woman Arrested After Hit-and-Run That Killed…
