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Former health secretary moves towards possible run for governor 4x1d5m

A former secretary of the New Mexico Department of Health, who is also CEO of one of the largest cannabis enterprises in the state, has taken a step towards a potential campaign to be the Republican nominee for governor.  3t495b

City councilors meet Thursday to consider variety of long-awaited plans 193n31

This week’s Roswell City Council meeting has plenty of noteworthy items, particularly some that fulfill long-term needs. Councilors will meet …

Picturing the Day -- Prancing dog at Woof Park 662n6d

A happy dog is seen at Woof Bowl Dog Park this past weekend. The park, next to the Wool Bowl, was closed by the city temporarily in March beca…

Local Girl Scout honored for flag retirement bill 5h4y1u

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A Roswell Girl Scout managed to accomplish something that many lawmakers did not in the recent legislative session: she got a bill signed by t…

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Wastewater testing reveals measles virus in Roswell sample 185z2a

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SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Health reports finding a positive measles sample via wastewater testing in Roswell.

The Record Welcomes Jason O'Day 3f4f7

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Hello there New Mexicans, old Mexicans, space aliens, and everyone else in the Roswell community. My name is Jason O'Day, and I am honored to be the new managing edito…

A new statue gazes over books and patrons at the Roswell Public Library 24g6a

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Duke Sundt, the award-winning artist creating larger-than-life bronze statuaries for the Spring River Corridor Foundation's Lest We Forget Historical Sculpture Garden …

NWS: More storms possible today 3j3058

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Showers and thunderstorms will remain likely after noon today in eastern New Mexico, Meteorologist Michael Shoemake with the National Weather Service (NWS) in Albuquer…

Morales to forgo campaign for governor 156y4o

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Following months of exploring his options, Lt. Gov. Howie Morales has opted not to seek the Democratic nomination for governor in 2026.

Picturing the day - arches at the Old Frazier Schoolhouse 4r2c5n

Wildflowers grow near the arches at the Old Frazier Schoolhouse near U.S. Highway 70 northeast of Roswell. The school was built in 1937 to educate students from the ne…

BLM announces new fees at nearby recreation areas 4ku1d

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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has announced changes in fees at Rob Jaggers Campground and Valley of Fires recreation areas in Lincoln County as well as the Hayst…

Picturing the Day — ready for the Fourth of July 532jt

Amy McVay Tellez, executive director of the Historical Society for Southeast New Mexico (HSSNM), walks between the society's archives and its museum. Decorations insid…

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‘I don’t care if you my name’ 3k4v9

ALAMOGORDO — In a riveting and often emotional address on June 3, Col. Wayne Dirkes, 704th Test Group, got real with the audience. His agenda was simple, he said.

State Senate Minority Leader Sharer criticizes Gov. over response to LA Riots 4l266c

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Santa Fe, NM — Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham recently signed onto a t statement issued by the Democratic Governors Association that condemned actions taken by Pr…

Class of 2025 leads the way for Indigenous graduation regalia 4s416k

The cliff fendlerbush’s blooms offered countless nibbles for one hungry young deer. Its mother watched the feast from several steps away, on the other side of a nature…

New Mexico plagued by high maternal mortality rate 5r6kf

Despite increased efforts in recent years by public officials, New Mexico grapples with high rates of maternal deaths during pregnancy or the year following birth. 

NM Bull Fiesta goes big 6xj1w

TAOS — The second annual New Mexico Bull Fiesta had a massive turnout at the Roadrunner Tours Arena on May 24 and 25, in Angel Fire, where bull riders and spectators e…

Tornado touches down in rural Roosevelt County 6b3r3o

Officials: Damage limited to utility poles, dairy pens

NMHU music professor retires after 35 years 13275x

LAS VEGAS — A professor credited with helping the New Mexico Highlands University music department survive, grow and thrive has announced he is retiring after 35 years…

‘Bees to bison’ wildlife agency overhaul ripples through State Wildlife Action Plan 531b39

The beloved fairy bee, the Sacramento Mountain Salamander and the jaguar share one common trait: a spot on New Mexico’s 2025 blueprint for animal conservation.

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Are you getting better or is this it? 6q2x68

I assume it’s your desire to be the best version of you that you can be. You only have one journey through this thing called life. And only so…

Medicaid reform/cuts are long overdue 3y3v6a

Gov. Lujan Grisham recently went on the TV show "Face the Nation" to decry potential cuts to Medicaid. She even claimed the reforms would “des…

A duty to heal: ing veterans beyond Memorial Day 2921

Memorial Day is a solemn occasion to honor the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. We attend parades, plac…

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Visiting a land across the pond 4t5u3a

The first floor is actually the second floor. Bathrooms are called loos. American electronics do not plug into their plugs. Their traffic ligh…

What’s for dinner? 5j4c2w

I hated that question, even when I was little. I am a planner by nature, maybe OCD has to do with it. I have always been a planner. My husband…

Local Sports 6a1v7

Dexter hosts its annual Milkman Triathlon 1od2e

On Saturday, the 39th Annual Milkman Triathlon was held at Lake Van in Dexter.

Invaders lose game one of doubleheader against Tucson 3t2i4b

On Monday, the Invaders hosted the Tucson Saguaros for game one of a three-game series. The series was supposed to start on Sunday, but that game was moved to Tuesday …

Alpine blows past Invaders in game two 2uu2j

On Thursday, the Roswell Invaders (3-3) hosted the Alpine Cowboys (3-5) in the final game of a two-game series in Roswell. The first game had the Cowboys win 12-7 on W…

Invaders start series against Alpine with loss 385g

On Wednesday, the Roswell Invaders began their two-game home series against the Alpine Cowboys.

Roswell Special Olympics competes in state competition 3v2gh

Over the weekend, the Roswell Special Olympics competed in the state competition for their summer games at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque. The state compe…

Invaders finish first home series with a win s3u2i

On Saturday, the Roswell Invaders hosted the last game of a three-game series against the Trinidad Triggers at Joe Bauman Stadium.

Roswell Invaders start their season against Trinidad u1l1i

The Roswell Invaders began their 2025 season on Thursday at home with a three-game series against the Trinidad Triggers.

Athlete Spotlight: Tegin Maloney is the strikeout king 6k5o53

In four years as a pitcher for the New Mexico Military Institute Colts baseball team, Tegin Maloney set the New Mexico Athletics Association state record for strikeout…

Police Blotter 3l3z66

Police blotter: $2,000 in tools stolen 695q43

The following records are from the Roswell Police Department and can be viewed at rpdp2c.org. All people arrested or cited are presumed innocent. 

Police blotter: Weight bench stolen 6zf5b

The following records are from the Roswell Police Department and can be viewed at rpdp2c.org. All people arrested or cited are presumed innocent.

Police blotter: Over $3,000 cash stolen from business k445s

The following records are from the Roswell Police Department and can be viewed at rpdp2c.org. All people arrested or cited are presumed innocent.

Police blotter: Refrigerator, stove stolen in burglary 1a4z3c

The following records are from the Roswell Police Department and can be viewed at rpdp2c.org. All people arrested or cited are presumed innocent.

Police blotter: Security system among items stolen 4l1j1a

The following records are from the Roswell Police Department and can be viewed at rpdp2c.org. All people arrested or cited are presumed innocent.

Police blotter: Cell phone, cash stolen 255755

The following records are from the Roswell Police Department and can be viewed at rpdp2c.org. All people arrested or cited are presumed innocent.

Police blotter: $200 of lawn and garden products among items shoplifted 3m6jh

The following records are from the Roswell Police Department and can be viewed at rpdp2c.org. All people arrested or cited are presumed innocent.

Police blotter: Vehicle, $4k in cash stolen 2e723k

The following records are from the Roswell Police Department and can be viewed at rpdp2c.org. All people arrested or cited are presumed innocent.

Editorials 165w6

Reader expresses gratitude for Blackdom event 3r2h5e

Published in appreciation of the "Seeds of Love!" dedication event on May 18, 2025.

Reader expresses gratitude for refuge 5l17c

Roswell has a gem in Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge!

Reader calls for reversal of possible cuts 164a1m

The U.S. Congress must reject President Donald Trump's plans to make disastrous cuts to child care and eliminate Head Start!

Reader advocates for arts in school 4z5w50

68 years ago, I began my teaching career with a class of 28 six-year-old children, in a small town in New Zealand.

Reader asks for dog park to reopen 3l51x

The "Woof Bowl," Roswell's one and only dog park, is very important to my emotional well-being. I am a senior, I am disabled and I own a beautiful German Shepherd, Lun…

Letter to the editor: many to thank during medical emergency j4m5t

On Jan. 3, I suffered a massive heart attack but survived. … It was a miracle. I want to give a hearty thank you to all who had a key part: The quick response of the D…

Reader worries about public transit funding 1r2b4c

I loved reading about the City considering the lowering of prices of public transit for its citizens — I think it's wonderful. Though I worry about all of the federal …

Reader urges commitment to protect nature 6x2x29

New Mexico’s varied geography s amazing plant diversity, including more than 200 threatened and endangered species, 16 of which are federally listed under the E…

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