Carlsbad News

Have you heard of horse whisperers, dog whisperers, or ghost whisperers? Perhaps you know one.

This sign on Canal Street announces a restaurant that has been closed for many months in the Carlsbad business district.

The Cavernaires Barbershop Chorus will perform the free Sweetheart Serenade at 2 p.m. today in the Visitor Center at Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park.

A nuclear fuel manager with the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station will make a presentation during the upcoming National Nuclear Fuel Cycle Summit, held April 2-5 in Carlsbad.

A 27-year veteran prosecutor and Carlsbad native, Les Williams announced Friday his candidacy for Fifth Judicial District Court Judge in the upcoming general election.

The American Legion Post 7 is again asking high school juniors from Carlsbad and Loving to apply for Boys State and Girls State.

After a slew of confirmed rabies cases in the first month of 2012, local police are encouraging residents to get their animals vaccinated against the fatal disease at a low cost clinic tomorrow.

Young cast members rehearse Wednesday for their parts in "The Secret Garden," a production of the Missoula Children's Theatre.

Carlsbad resident John Dillard-Mateos has formally announced his candidacy for Carlsbad Municipal Court Judge in the upcoming March 6 municipal election.

There's a secure solution to America's energy problem buried under booming Carlsbad, N.M. If only Washington would get out of the way.

Oh, that's right, you have to go back to the front page to see how Carlsbad is listed.A All I need is a TV guide, not all the extras; I can buy a magazine if I want to read articles.A Haven't we had enough "change" for awhile?A What is wrong with keeping things simple?A Why don't you keep the Spotlight as a free service and stop sending out two ... (more)

Reading Nick Mills' letter in the Feb. 1 Current-ArgusA inspired meA to again offer my opinion about the issue of "social promotions" in the third grade.A I applaud Governor Martinez for pushing to stop this disservice to our New Mexico children.A A A Our son was not taught to read until he was fortunate enough to have Georgia Farris in the fifth ... (more)

It was my pleasure to hear the Carlsbad High School Troubadours sing toA a joint session of the New Mexico Legislature this past Monday.A They presented the national anthem and then sang "Oh Fair New Mexico" to a standing ovation from the House and Senate.

Redbud Street from South Boyd running west on Meadow is approximately one-tenth of a mile in its short distance from each other, with a deadly 45-degree curve which turns left onto Redbud at the blink of an eye.

The jury selection process began Tuesday for the trial of a Carlsbad man accused of vehicular homicide in the death of a young mother who was ushering children across the street in October 2010.

Republican Reps. Dianne Hamilton, of Silver City, Cathrynn Brown, of Carlsbad, and James Smith, of Sandia Park, sponsored the unsuccessful bills.

Noah's Ark will issue 100 spay/neuter certificates at 8 a.m. today at Cat's Meow, 124 S. Canyon.

Barry McCafry, 57, whose street performer name is Tico, plays a variety of snappy recognizable tunes for shoppers in this photo at the east entrance of Albertson's grocery store.

Through the end of the month, Carlsbad residents, in keeping with the state's centennial celebration, will be able to take a look into a bit of N.M. history that is often untold.

Country gospel musicians Bruce and Gina Trent will be in concert at 6 p.m. today at Cavern Baptist Church, 110 Russell St.