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State awards City of Carlsbad $25K for shade structures at Halagueño Arts Park

Monday, December 27, 2021

New shade structures could enhance outdoor activities at Carlsbad’s Halagueño Arts Park, according to the director of municipal services for the City of Carlsbad. Carlsbad City Councilor’s approved a $25,000 grant agreement Dec. 14 between the City and the New Mexico Economic Development Department (NMEDD) for installation of two shade structures in the arts park located in the heart of Carlsbad, wrote Angie Barrios-Testa in a memo to council. The grant was from NMEDD’s Outdoor Recreation Division, read a news release from NMEDD. The City of Carlsbad was one of 25 organizations across New Mexico awarded more than $500,000 in Outdoor Recreation Trails Grants, the new...

Every Business Needs a Business Plan: Tips for Writing One for 2022

Wednesday, December 15, 2021

December is the perfect time to review all that the Carlsbad Department of Development does to assist local businesses, startups, and those interested in relocating to Carlsbad, New Mexico, because it is National Write a Business Plan Month. In addition to providing direction, facilitating key introductions, and helping you navigate the process of securing appropriate business licenses, zoning, and incentives, our team has the resources and assistance you need to write a business plan, a key component for success. What Is a Business Plan? A business plan precisely defines your business, identifies your goals, and serves as your company’s resume. It show...

Carlsbad City Council accepts nearly $10K from State for library services

Tuesday, November 16, 2021

A nearly $10,000 grant from the New Mexico State Library (NMSL) could help operations at the Carlsbad Public Library. The grant, accepted Nov. 9 by the Carlsbad City Council, was included in the City of Carlsbad’s fiscal year 2022 budget, read a memorandum written by City of Carlsbad Municipal Services Director Angie Barrios-Testa to councilors. The grant-in-aid program was designed to supplement library collections, library staff development, library equipment and help with operational expenses associated with delivery of library services, read the agreement authored by NMSL. Read full article.

Everything In The $1.2 Trillion Infrastructure Bill: New Roads, Electric School Buses And More

Monday, November 15, 2021

TOPLINE President Joe Biden on Monday signed into law one of the largest infrastructure packages in U.S. history after months of bipartisan negotiations and tense political infighting, shoring up $1.2 trillion in funds, including $550 billion in new investments for the nation's bridges, airports, waterways, public transit and more—here's what you need to know about where the massive new spending will go. KEY FACTS Roads and bridges: Headlining the 2,702-page bill’s spending, roughly $110 billion of new funds would go toward improving the nation's roads and bridges, and investments in other major transportation programs. Public transit: The package also includes the largest-ever federa...

The Importance Of VR As A Marketing Tactic & The Science Behind Why It Works

Monday, November 15, 2021

Have you considered VR as a marketing tactic? If not, perhaps it’s time you did. It’s hard to overstate the power and potential of this exciting technology. Effective marketers have made storytelling a priority for years. VR amplifies the impact of a story by making it an immersive experience. Here Are Six Great Reasons To Use VR As A Marketing Tactic Our Brains Rely More On Vision Than Any Other Sense If a picture is worth a thousand words, VR is worth a million. This is because VR technology incorporates STEREOPSIS. Put simply, that means that since our eyes are several inches apart, the perspective from each eye is slightly different. Our brain merges the input from each ey...

Mike Rowe's new show 'How America Works' comes to Carlsbad, features salt industry

Friday, November 12, 2021

Carlsbad produces a lot of salt. Known for extraction of minerals like potash and crude oil, the Cavern City is also the source of much of the salt the nation uses to prevent icy roads in other, colder parts of the U.S. A study from the New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions ranked New Mexico 11th in the nation for salt production. And Eddy County was listed as the state’s top producer of the mineral for an array of uses like salting margaritas and melting ice off sidewalks. Read full article.

Global Site Selection Is Going Virtual

Monday, November 08, 2021

Decades into its development and still in search of a footing, virtual reality owns a somewhat suspect place in the mind of the general public, pre-millennials in particular. “Have fun in the Stone Age,” chirps an over-accessorized VR geek in an oft-viewed television parody. “I,” proclaims the geek, snapping down his VR viewer, “am stepping into the third dee-mension.” Evolving as the technology may be, the VR stigma remains. “Some exciting practical use applications exist right now, but this perception of virtual reality as science fiction turns some people off before they even look at it,” says Ellysse Dick, policy analyst with th...

Manufacturing Month in Carlsbad, NM: Spotlight on the Industry

Thursday, October 28, 2021

October is Manufacturing Month, and we at Carlsbad Department of Development are celebrating the manufacturers in our region for their employment opportunities and innovations that grow our economy. Manufacturing creates careers that are full of opportunity for advancement and stability. Manufacturing in Carlsbad, NM Our manufacturers are leaders in business and good workplace practices, produce high quality products, and consistently innovate to keep in step with and progress their industries. We are proud that these companies have made their home in Carlsbad. Companies that are producing in our region include Celtech Corporation — the industry leader in the design and fabrication o...

Carlsbad is Open and Ready to Celebrate Park and Recreation Month

Tuesday, July 20, 2021

July is Park and Recreation Month and Carlsbad, New Mexico, is known for its outdoor spaces. Carlsbad Caverns National Park, Lincoln National Forest, Brantley Lake State Park, The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens State Park, and Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area enrich the excellent quality of life enjoyed by residents and create a vacation destination for visitors. They are also major economic drivers. Now that New Mexico is opening up from pandemic restrictions, programming is once again in full swing: Carlsbad is open and ready to be enjoyed. “Carlsbad is the gateway to two national parks and home to two state park...

New trailer and intern part of State grant for Keep Carlsbad Beautiful

Monday, July 19, 2021

More than $10,000 for an equipment trailer and a youth intern are part of a State grant for Keep Carlsbad Beautiful approved by the Carlsbad City Council. In a memorandum to councilors from City of Carlsbad Utilities Director Ron Myers, the City was awarded a $15,000 grant through the New Mexico Department of Tourism’s Keep New Mexico Clean and Beautiful Grant for the current fiscal year. Councilors approved the grant July 13 during a regular City Council meeting. Keep Carlsbad Beautiful Director Mary Garwood said the grant included $4,900 for an equipment trailer and $5,760 for a youth intern. Read full article.

Carlsbad Caverns National Park Open For Reservation

Sunday, July 18, 2021

Photos of Carlsbad Caverns National Park Tuesday, July 6, 2021, in Eddy County, New Mexico. Carlsbad Caverns includes the largest chamber in North America , named the Big Room, which is almost 4,000 feet long, 625 feet wide, and 255 feet high at its highest point according to National Park Service. The cavern features a variety of speleothems including columns, soda straws, draperies, helictites, and popcorn. The park offers bat flight viewing at sunset and sunrise. The park contains over 119 caves but only three caves are open to public tours. Carlsbad Caverns is the most famous and is full...

Carlsbad Medical Center remains steadfast in service to southeastern New Mexico

Saturday, July 17, 2021

I write today with hope for the future and gratitude for the resilience of our provider team at Carlsbad Medical Center. The pandemic has demonstrated how interconnected we all are, the impact each one of us can have and the benefit of working together for a common cause. We care deeply about our community and remain steadfast in our commitment to deliver safe, quality healthcare services. The arc of life is always present in a hospital, but its frailty has been very clear this past year. Thousands of patients received the medical care they needed thanks to our physicians, nurses, pharmacists...

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We are an active community with immediate access to beautiful natural resources, hiking, boating, swimming, fishing, and more.

Carlsbad residents enjoy a low cost of living. At only 93% of the national average, our residents have more money to spend doing things they love.

Our population is growing. Developers can benefit from an increased demand in housing, retail, and other amenities.

Carlsbad is the best emerging economy in New Mexico thanks to our diverse group of businesses and forward-thinking residents.

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We are an active community with immediate access to beautiful natural resources, hiking, boating, swimming, fishing, and more.

Carlsbad residents enjoy a low cost of living. At only 93% of the national average, our residents have more money to spend doing things they love.

Our population is growing. Developers can benefit from an increased demand in housing, retail, and other amenities.

Carlsbad is the best emerging economy in New Mexico thanks to our diverse group of businesses and forward-thinking residents.