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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...
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...
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...
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...
CARC, Inc. Creates Opportunities for Developmentally Disabled Residents to Live Fulfilling Lives
Mar 27 2025If 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...
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...
Carlsbad and Eddy County are one of the fastest-growing areas in New Mexico, with a growth rate of 15.8% according to the last census. Manufacturing firms that move to New Mexico will find the perfect mixture of a strong workforce and ample space for expansion. The state also offers several...
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Carlsbad has many natural wonders and recreational areas that significantly contribute to the local economy. This National Parks and Recreation Month, join the Carlsbad Department of Development in celebrating the century-long legacy of Carlsbad Caverns National Park, along with the notable parks in New Mexico including Lincoln National Forest, Brantley...