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KCCC 930AM Community Newsletter - Week of October 28th

KCCC 930AM Community Newsletter - Week of October 28th

Thank you for reading and subscribing to the KCCC 930AM Community Newsletter. Here's a recap of stories we found interesting.

Roswell Still Cleaning Up from Historic Flooding

Photo courtesy: Roswell Daily Record/Alex Ross Photo

The City of Roswell is still cleaning up from the historic floods on Saturday, October 19th. US 285 is still closed in both directions approximately 13 miles south of Midway.

Detours have been set up on State Road 2. Motorists are asked to slow down on this two lane road and drive carefully. The commute from Carlsbad to Roswell is now about 45 minutes longer, depending on traffic.

We have friends and family that live in Roswell. Thankfully they are all safe, but some serious flooding and help for Roswell is needed.

Candace Barela with NMDOT says they are still conducting inspections on the US 285 bridge and will have more info once those are completed.

The Roswell Daily Record is offereing their E-edition for free for the time being as a result of the flooding.

They have done such a good job covering this tragedy in their community, that they are worth subscribing to. Give their newspaper a read and do business with one of their advertisers.

https://www.rdrnews.com/eedition/free/page-20241024-001/page_f028ae3d-617b-524a-b03a-d228f618522b.html


City of Carlsbad Increases Traffic Fines

Photo courtesy: Mike Smith/Carlsbd Current Argus

Traffic fines are increasing in Carlsbad after Carlsbad City Council voted 7-0 to increase certain fees by $40.

According to the Carlsbad Current-Argus, failure to have proof of insurance will now come with a $380 fine and speeding over 10 mph will come with a $130 fine.

https://www.currentargus.com/2024/10/carlsbad-increases-fines-for-traffic-offenses/


If you are a member of the Carlsbad Public Library, you can get free daily access to the Carlsbad Current-Argus. It's free and a great way to get local information.

I read it every day for free! Check out the library website.

Carlsbad NM Library Services
Explore resources & events at Carlsbad Public Library. Call for info at (575) 885-6776. Located at 101 S. Halagueno St, Carlsbad, NM.

Balzano Family Pumpkin Patch Open November 2nd and 3rd

The Balzano Family Pumpkin Patch is open November 2nd and 3rd for the first time in their 11 year history. The weather looks great and a perfect way to enjoy fall!

Balzano Family Vineyard & Pumpkin Patch | Vineyard in Carlsbad | 5230 7 Rivers Highway, Carlsbad, NM, USA
Balzano Family Vineyard & Pumpkin Patch hosts special events, coroprate events, weddings and more. Join us for our seasonal family events. Located halfway between Artesia and Carlsbad.

Lots happening during the last week of October, including Halloween on the 31st.

Carlsbad Community Calendar | Chamber

SENMC is hosting a Hallowpalooza

Southeast New Mexico College (SENMC) is hosting Hallopalooza on Thursday, October 31st from 3pm to 6pm. Free candy in a family friendly safe environment.


Eddy County Commission Holds Public Forum

The Eddy County Commission held a public forum on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. The commission sharing the same things we shared on our newsletter last week. I did not attend the meeting, but am told it is well attended. A decision is expected to be made by the commission at the November 5th meeting.

Listen to the Community Forum Podcast that aired on October 22nd.

Chandler Broadcasting
ONLY LOCAL NEWS & INFORMATION SHOW IN CARLSBAD! GET IN THE KNOW IN YOUR COMMUNITY WITH COMMUNITY FORUM.

Weather next week starts off warm, even approaching record highs. Temps drop midway through the week with lows in the 50s.

10-Day Weather Forecast for Carlsbad, NM - The Weather Channel | weather.com
Be prepared with the most accurate 10-day forecast for Carlsbad, NM with highs, lows, chance of precipitation from The Weather Channel and Weather.com