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By Don Eskins Having upended the Artesia Bulldogs 20-13 on August 21 and the Goddard Rockets 35-19 on August 28, the Cavemen football team is off, running, and sporting an unblemished 2-0 record in 2026. On September 4, under the Friday night lights of the Ralph Bowyer Cavemen Football Stadium, Carlsbad’s gridiron team will try to make it three in a row in their 2026 home opener against the Class 4A Lovington Wildcats. Kickoff for the clash is set for 7 p.m. As Cavemen fans

By Don Eskins Quarterback Marley Munoz ran for four touchdowns and threw for another, a 20-yard strike to wideout Jaxson Duarte, to lead the Carlsbad Cavemen past the Goddard Rockets 35-19 on August 28 in Roswell. Munoz, having a hand in all five CHS scores, rushed for 131 yards and threw for 104. On the night, CHS picked up 386 total yards of offense, 263 rushing and 123 passing. Also having a big night with the ball in his hands was CHS running back Brock Wright. Wright, on

By Don Eskins CHS’s Cavemen and Cavegirl harriers made successful runs at the inaugural Jesus Fierro Cross Country Invitational held at Alta Vista Jr. High on Saturday, August 29. The meet, in honor of longtime CMS educator and cross country coach Jesus Fierro, was comprised of 10 area teams. In the boys’ division, the Cavemen, with 37 points, claimed the meet championship. In the girls’ division competition, the Cavegirls, with 53 points, placed second, 16 points behind the

In Carlsbad, people know how to build big things. We drill deep, mine, raise crops, and raise cattle. We know how to turn hard work into something worth celebrating. Now Southeast New Mexico College (SENMC) and Carlsbad Municipal Schools (CMS) are putting some of that same grit under the spotlight. The two education partners signed an agreement in April to create a new theatre partnership based at the CMS Performing Arts Center on the Carlsbad High School campus. Together, th

Carlsbad Museum will open José Guadalupe Posada: Legendary Printmaker of Mexico on September 1. The exhibition will remain on view through December 31. José Guadalupe Posada was one of Mexico’s most influential printmakers. Working during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, he created thousands of illustrations depicting the news, politics, and everyday life in Mexico. Today, he is probably best known for his calaveras, or skeleton figures. More than a century later, thei

The end of summer is the perfect time for final pool parties, vacations, and beach days. However, it can also bring heat waves and the consequences of a summer spent barefoot and in the water. For the 38.4 million Americans living with diabetes, this final month of summer can be particularly challenging for the body, which has already endured too much sun and not enough hydration. The heat makes the beach, poolside, or patio ideal spots to celebrate warm summer nights. Howeve

By R. Gabriel Villalobos The downtown scene is set for a busy autumn as Milton’s Brewing prepares to host a series of events ranging from live music and food trucks to its signature Keg Olympics and a debut of October Fest ale. As five o’clock nears on a Tuesday, the bar starts filling up at Milton’s Brewery. Michelle Robertson, the manager on duty, gets pulled away a few times to pour glasses for the customers coming in to start their evening. For the interview, she is asked

By Misty Cryer Inspired By Science’s STEM After Dark event is scheduled for October 17, with tickets going on sale on September 8. The sponsorship opportunity supports the nonprofit organization’s 2027 STEM education events for youth in the community, including the summer STEM camp and the STEM workshops held throughout the year. Sponsorship donations received by September 20 will also be considered STEM After Dark fundraiser sponsors, with certain sponsorship levels receivin

By Misty Cryer For over 40 years, Crime Stoppers of Eddy County has provided a vital service to the county’s residents. With the growth of Carlsbad, the evolution of advertising, and rising costs, knowledge that the program exists is no longer as common as it used to be. “Crime Stoppers’ mission is to encourage the community to give information to help law enforcement solve crimes and provide the community an anonymous way of communicating to help protect them,” said Scott

The United Way of Eddy County’s Ninth Annual Day of Caring will be held on September 17. Local businesses and industry partners will again pick up a paintbrush, a shovel, or a pair of gloves and make a difference by assisting an area nonprofit with a wide variety of projects. This year’s event is being sponsored by Mewbourne Oil Company, Permian Resources, ConocoPhillips, Eddy County, Carlsbad Medical Center, Artesia General Hospital, and the Con Alma Health Foundation. Kicko

By Sarah Jones, Library Director, Carlsbad Public Library There’s a special kind of magic in experiencing a story twice—first through the pages of a book, and then on the screen. Book-to-film adaptations invite us to compare, imagine, and rediscover stories in new ways. Whether you’re someone who insists on “reading it before you watch it” or you enjoy seeing how filmmakers interpret a favorite novel, these adaptations offer something for everyone. Reading a book before watch

By Don Eskins The Carlsbad High School Cavemen and the Goddard Rockets face off in Roswell on Friday night, August 28. The Cavemen are still riding high following a season-inaugural 20-13 victory over the Class 5A top-ranked Artesia Bulldogs, while the Rockets hope to etch their names in the win column for the first time since sustaining a disappointing 20-14 opening-season loss to the Class 4A's No. 2 Lovington Wildcats. Action between two of the state's most storied program