Happy weekend, Eddy County! In today’s happening-today edition: Coaches weigh a transfer rule, vehicle registration fees rise, and fused glass creation + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Coaches weigh a policy shift: Two Carlsbad High coaches shared mixed reactions this week to a proposed statewide transfer rule. With a decision pending, they weigh how it could affect Carlsbad athletics and local teams -- see coaches' concerns.
What drivers need to know: Starting July 1, New Mexico vehicle registration fees will rise 25 percent. Passenger vehicles are affected. Trucks, UTVs, and motorcycles are exempt. Renew up to two years early to lock rates -- check the new fee rules.
Desert wonders await: Visitors can’t stop talking about New Mexico’s parks, from the cathedral-size Big Room at Carlsbad Caverns to White Sands’ Alkali Flat Trail and Bandelier’s ancient dwellings -- explore New Mexico parks.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Quick culture fix: Whether you need an easy break from the heat or a spark for your weekend brain, Carlsbad Museum delivers with intimate, permanent exhibits on local art and regional history. Bonus points for the gift shop... it’s perfect for those last-minute “oh no, that’s today” presents.
Park it, relax: Old Cavern RV Park is locally owned, super clean, and designed for monthly stays with roomy sites, 50/30/110 hookups, and a secure, pet-friendly vibe right here in Eddy County. Free on-site laundry and dedicated high-speed fiber mean your socks get a spa day and your video calls don’t stutter.
Your tee-time escape: Riverside Country Club is the member-owned, private course locals lean on when the week gets loud, with a clubhouse menu worth lingering over, a steady tournament calendar, and that easygoing, everybody-knows-your-name vibe that reminds you Carlsbad still does community right.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🃏 TCG Showdown @ Varsity Academy (Artesia) | Saturday (6/20) at 10:00 AM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to liberate those Pokémon, Magic, or baseball cards from the hall closet, the TCG Showdown is rolling into Artesia. Expect dealers, trades, and nostalgia by the binderful, plus that satisfying shuffle that sounds like teenage optimism.
🪟 Fused Glass Creation @ The Artist Gallery (Carlsbad) | Saturday (6/20) at 11:00 AM – Fused glass is taking shape in a friendly, local class where you design your own colorful piece, then let the kiln do the heavy lifting. No experience needed, all materials provided, and yes, you finally get to call it art without a glue gun.
🐉 Dungeons and Dragons Campaign @ Cafe Anime (Carlsbad) | Saturday (6/20) at 3:00 PM – Think your glory days ended with your last PTA meeting? Reclaim hero status in a laid-back Dungeons and Dragons campaign where beginners and seasoned dice goblins share laughs, learn the ropes, and slay imaginary beasts, not weekend plans, with wit, snacks, and camaraderie.
🎤 Trapper Memorial Karaoke Night @ The Pigeon Coop (Carlsbad) | Saturday (6/20) at 5:30 PM – Head to The Pigeon Coop for a memorial karaoke night raising funds for Trapper Cearley’s family, because this town shows up when it counts. Expect drawings every 15 minutes, tip jars, a few easy games, and at least one overconfident Garth Brooks.
🎉 Grand Opening @ Bud Board (Carlsbad) | Saturday (6/20) – Heat like this calls for Carlsbad’s only indoor cannabis lounge, blessedly, now opening its second smoke shop and dispensary. Expect live music, local and cannabis vendors, great deals, and free vapes. First 50 snag $100 goodie bags, the next 50 still score a treat.
🍩 Donuts for Dads @ BSBC (Carlsbad) | Sunday (6/21) at 8:00 AM – Father’s Day morning at BSBC’s fellowship hall means one thing, donuts for dads and the people who love them. Expect hot coffee, plenty of glaze, and a sprinkle count to rival the dad jokes. Quick, friendly, and air-conditioned, like a hug for your sweet tooth.
👨👧👦 Father's Day Potluck Breakfast @ Happy Valley Baptist Church (Carlsbad) | Sunday (6/21) at 8:30 AM – A Father's Day potluck breakfast where dads hold court while we all politely pretend not to rank the casseroles. Expect strong coffee, pancakes, and legendary dad stories, with neighborly eye rolls, real warmth, and the rare joy of skipping the brunch waitlist. Live music & entertainment:
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
06 — The Eddy County report Weather forecastToday — High: 100°F — Low: 71°F — Precip: 3%
Sunny, with a high near 100. Southeast wind 5 to 15 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 71. South wind 10 to 15 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 108°F — Low: 72°F — Precip: 0%
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