https://www.developcarlsbad.org Carlsbad Department of Development News Feed Tue, 19 May 2026 09:46:37 +0000 en-US https://www.developcarlsbad.org/news-and-media/p/item/67529/local-company-establishes-headquarters-at-cascades-in-carlsbad-nm https://www.developcarlsbad.org/news-and-media/p/item/67529/local-company-establishes-headquarters-at-cascades-in-carlsbad-nm Fri, 08 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000 Carlsbad, NM, May 2026 – Red Rocket Media, a local company, is consolidating its operations and establishing their corporate headquarters at the Cascades, the Carlsbad Department of Development (CDOD) recently announced. The Cascades at Carlsbad is where companies are choosing to invest, expand, and establish a presence.A proven location for... https://www.developcarlsbad.org/news-and-media/p/item/67362/curb-appeal-why-national-brands-keep-choosing-carlsbad https://www.developcarlsbad.org/news-and-media/p/item/67362/curb-appeal-why-national-brands-keep-choosing-carlsbad Thu, 19 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000 Carlsbad has been growing steadily for nearly two decades. Industrial growth has remained strong in potash mining and nuclear, while oil and gas has grown exponentially. Manufacturing has grown in conjunction with the industries reinforcing Carlsbad’s position across the state.Commercially, our market has seen dozens of new businesses open their... https://www.developcarlsbad.org/news-and-media/p/item/67361/strategy-to-action-creating-a-plan https://www.developcarlsbad.org/news-and-media/p/item/67361/strategy-to-action-creating-a-plan Sun, 18 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Planning in economic development requires sound strategy. Many factors play a role in determining which businesses are recruited and how efforts are directed to maximize results. What often goes unnoticed are the many tools used behind the scenes to formulate strategies that can be carried out through actionable plans.Focusing on... https://www.developcarlsbad.org/news-and-media/p/item/66066/just-launched-see-how-oil-&-gas-works-for-you https://www.developcarlsbad.org/news-and-media/p/item/66066/just-launched-see-how-oil-&-gas-works-for-you Tue, 13 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +0000 How Oil & Gas Works for You puts the impact of New Mexico’s oil and gas industry into clear, personal terms. This interactive tool shows how industry tax revenues support the things New Mexicans rely on every day—like public education, healthcare, roads, and critical infrastructure.Developed in partnership with the New... https://www.developcarlsbad.org/news-and-media/p/item/65798/success-of-inaugural-franchise-expo-reflects-growing-business-opportunities-in-carlsbad-nm https://www.developcarlsbad.org/news-and-media/p/item/65798/success-of-inaugural-franchise-expo-reflects-growing-business-opportunities-in-carlsbad-nm Mon, 15 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +0000 Carlsbad, NM, is a city on the rise. Years of sustained economic growth have elevated its profile far beyond its association with the National Park to the southwest. Yet even with a strong outlook, Carlsbad is only beginning to tap its full potential. The city is well-positioned for significant economic... https://www.developcarlsbad.org/news-and-media/p/item/67360/strength-to-strategy-creating-connections-building-our-community https://www.developcarlsbad.org/news-and-media/p/item/67360/strength-to-strategy-creating-connections-building-our-community Sat, 15 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +0000 Economic development is one of those things everyone hears about, but few ever get to see up close. Most of the work happens behind the scenes, before a groundbreaking or a ribbon-cutting, and long before a new restaurant or industry ever puts up a sign. Yet these small, unseen decisions... https://www.developcarlsbad.org/news-and-media/p/item/64981/nm-department-of-workforce-solutions-2025-state-of-the-workforce-report https://www.developcarlsbad.org/news-and-media/p/item/64981/nm-department-of-workforce-solutions-2025-state-of-the-workforce-report Thu, 09 Oct 2025 06:00:00 +0000 Review the 2025 State of Workforce report by the NM Dept. of Workforce Solutions by clicking below. It has some great information on population, education, labor force, industry, employment projections, and wages.  https://www.developcarlsbad.org/news-and-media/p/item/64536/carlsbad-department-of-development-to-host-franchise-expo https://www.developcarlsbad.org/news-and-media/p/item/64536/carlsbad-department-of-development-to-host-franchise-expo Tue, 09 Sep 2025 06:00:00 +0000 Carlsbad, NM, September 2025 – The Carlsbad Department of Development (CDOD) is proud to announce the inaugural Carlsbad Franchise Expo, set for October 15, 2025, from 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM at the Pecos River Village Conference Center. The event is designed to connect community members eager to invest locally... https://www.developcarlsbad.org/news-and-media/p/item/63503/new-mexico-cabinet-secretaries-join-cdod-in-honoring-100year-business-milestones-and-economic-growth-in-carlsbad-new-mexico https://www.developcarlsbad.org/news-and-media/p/item/63503/new-mexico-cabinet-secretaries-join-cdod-in-honoring-100year-business-milestones-and-economic-growth-in-carlsbad-new-mexico Thu, 03 Jul 2025 06:00:00 +0000 Carlsbad, NM - June 2024 – New Mexico Cabinet Secretaries Rob Black (Economic Development) and Melanie A. Kenderdine (Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources) joined Carlsbad, New Mexico’s business community to celebrate local economic success stories and honor longstanding industry contributions at the Carlsbad Department of Development’s (CDOD) 2025 Annual Dinner... https://www.developcarlsbad.org/news-and-media/p/item/62883/financial-security-credit-union-builds-relationships-while-providing-financial-services-to-the-carlsbad-region https://www.developcarlsbad.org/news-and-media/p/item/62883/financial-security-credit-union-builds-relationships-while-providing-financial-services-to-the-carlsbad-region Mon, 19 May 2025 06:00:00 +0000 Residents and business leaders in Carlsbad, New Mexico, have a powerful partner in their financial journey through Financial Security Credit Union (FSCU). Serving all of Eddy County, FSCU welcomes anyone who lives, works, worships, or attends school in the area.As a not-for-profit, member-owned cooperative, FSCU is guided by the philosophy... https://www.developcarlsbad.org/news-and-media/p/item/62842/cascades-grill-celebrates-soft-opening-may-1417-in-new-entertainment-district https://www.developcarlsbad.org/news-and-media/p/item/62842/cascades-grill-celebrates-soft-opening-may-1417-in-new-entertainment-district Wed, 14 May 2025 06:00:00 +0000 There’s a new restaurant for residents of Carlsbad, New Mexico, interested in upscale American cooking and modern Mediterranean dishes. Cascades Grill has a soft opening planned for the weekend of May 14-17 and will then be open for guests to enjoy its cuisine. The location of the Cascades Grill (400-2... https://www.developcarlsbad.org/news-and-media/p/item/62129/carc-inc-creates-opportunities-for-developmentally-disabled-residents-to-live-fulfilling-lives https://www.developcarlsbad.org/news-and-media/p/item/62129/carc-inc-creates-opportunities-for-developmentally-disabled-residents-to-live-fulfilling-lives Thu, 27 Mar 2025 06:00:00 +0000 If you visit the Carlsbad Farmers Market, you can pick up some locally grown pecans and various garden plants grown by the individuals at CARC, Inc. For more than 50 years, CARC, Inc. has provided housing, work opportunities, and recreational options for people with developmental disabilities. “We’re very big in the programs we... https://www.developcarlsbad.org/news-and-media/p/item/61682/pioneer-bank-shines-through-dedicated-services-and-community-involvement https://www.developcarlsbad.org/news-and-media/p/item/61682/pioneer-bank-shines-through-dedicated-services-and-community-involvement Fri, 28 Feb 2025 07:00:00 +0000 Carlsbad is one of the fastest-growing cities in New Mexico. Not only are individuals drawn to Carlsbad because of its job opportunities and high quality of life, but new businesses are constantly moving here. Good banking partners are the heart of this growth, and Pioneer Bank is one of the... https://www.developcarlsbad.org/news-and-media/p/item/62926/carlston-ranch-roads-tied-to-history https://www.developcarlsbad.org/news-and-media/p/item/62926/carlston-ranch-roads-tied-to-history Wed, 21 May 2025 06:00:00 +0000 Carlston Ranch, a 1,200+ acre development located south of Derrick Road on National Parks Highway, has renamed several of its streets. The impetus for renaming the streets is a nod to the history of the Carlsbad Army Airfield, now the Cavern City Airport. The history of these names goes back...