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Ornate Box Turtles Interest Local Biologist Hi! My name is Christina Mann, and I’m a Wildlife Biologist. Now, as a big-game hunter for over 50 years, you might think I’ve keyed in on game species like deer and elk, but I’m actually a Herpetologist studying reptiles, amphibians, and Caecilians. Caecilians are a primarily fossorial (living underground) species that used to be in their own order, but have now been stuck with the amphibians. Amphibians should make you think of sp

Friday, October 16: Downtown Carlsbad Art Walk Hosted by the Carlsbad Area Artist Association 4-7 p.m. The Artist Gallery, 120 S. Canyon St. Free to participate Thursday, October 22: Puppy Pals Live Cavern Theatre 7 p.m. 210 N. Canyon St. Ticketed event Friday, October 23: Calavera Gathering 5-8 p.m. Carlsbad Museum Free Saturday, October 24: Trick or Treat Community Event Sunnyside Academy 9 a.m. - noon 201 N. Mesa St. Free Halloween Bucket Decorating McCoy’s Building Supply

By Don Eskins Building positive resumes couldn’t be more important for prep football teams throughout New Mexico, especially for all those aspiring to join the NMAA’s list of elite state playoff candidates. Coaches and teams all know that when the NMAA meets at the end of October to place teams on this year’s state tournament bracket, wins and losses couldn’t be more important to the selection committee. So, with three games remaining on most prep gridiron schedules, closing

Artesia General Hospital (AGH) is pleased to welcome Alieu Kanu, DPM, a fellowship-trained podiatric surgeon, as a new provider. Dr. Kanu is accepting new patients from Artesia, Carlsbad, and surrounding communities. Dr. Kanu completed a fellowship at HCA Methodist Hospital in San Antonio. He is board-qualified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery and board-eligible with the American Board of Podiatric Medicine. He earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine at the Dr.

By Sarah Jones, Carlsbad Public Library One of the greatest gifts a parent can give a child is a love of reading. Books open doors to new ideas, build vocabulary, strengthen imagination, and help children develop the skills they need to succeed in school and life. The good news is that raising a reader does not require expensive materials, special training, or hours of extra time. Small daily habits can make a lasting difference. The first and most important tip is simple: re

By Rhonda Jones October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. There will be rallies, runs, dinners, and other events to signify that we are aware of the insidious nature of breast cancer and its effects on individuals and their families. Even though heart disease is more prevalent in women and has a higher mortality than breast cancer, most women still seem to be more fearful of breast cancer and still consider heart disease a man’s illness. Still, breast cancer sends panic for a

Savanah Nava, a student at Southeast New Mexico College, has received the Byrne Family Scholarship of $1,000 from Kevin and Rosa Byrne and the Phi Theta Kappa Foundation. The Kevin and Rosa Byrne Family Scholarship is designed to provide financial support for high-achieving students seeking educational opportunities to pursue the careers and futures they desire. Preference is given to those who have been part of the Foster Care system. Savanah is a member of the Alpha Rho Xi

The Board of Directors of the United Way of Eddy County is announcing a transition in executive leadership. Executive Director Kyle Marksteiner will be stepping down to accept a new position with the City of Carlsbad, and Serina Lyons has been appointed as Interim Executive Director. During his tenure as Executive Director, Marksteiner led key initiatives aimed at strengthening community partnerships and expanding support for vital programs across Eddy County. “Kyle came into

By Don Eskins With an overpowering performance against their archrival, the Hobbs Eagles, Carlsbad High’s Cavegirl volleyball team sent out a loud message to their district opponents. In Carlsbad on Tuesday afternoon, October 13, the Cavegirls opened District 4/5A play by sweeping the Eagles 3-0. The victory got CHS off to a quick and successful start in their run to capture this year’s District 4/5A crown. With the win, Carlsbad, 1-0, shares the conference’s top spot with th

By Don Eskins Carlsbad High’s Cavemen cross country team vaulted to the number one spot in this week’s October 11-18 Class 5A MileSplit Top 10 Rankings. Steadily progressing throughout 2026, the Cavemen sit at the No. 1 spot for the first time in Carlsbad High School history. As expected, the Cavemen Blueclads, along with head coach Michael Sims, couldn’t be more excited. “Our kids have been working really hard, improving as a team, and cutting times just about every week. We

By Don Eskins Well, it looks like the oddsmakers got this one right, but just barely. Following the eighth-ranked Eldorado Eagles’ 21-20 upset victory over the second-ranked Las Cruces Bulldawgs, MaxPreps picked the Eagles to roll over the 10th-ranked Carlsbad Cavemen in a game played at Albuquerque’s Wison Stadium on Friday night, October 9. But when all was said and done, the Cavemen battled Eldorado tougher than expected before falling to the Eagles 22-21. Yup, Carlsbad ga

After a nationwide search, Southeast New Mexico College (SENMC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Jennifer Schroeder as the new Vice President of Workforce and Community Engagement, effective November 1. “Dr. Schroeder brings extensive experience and a track record of success to SENMC,” said Dr. Kevin Beardmore, SENMC President. “Her perspective and leadership will complement the incredible team we have in place and position us to be even more responsive to the ec