The Eddy County Dispatch presented by KCCC930AMRadio

Last December, KCCC 930 AM owner Johnny Chandler sat down with news director Hattie Quinn to talk through something the station had been quietly building toward — a mobile studio that could go where the news actually happens. The recording got mislabeled on an SD card and disappeared for months. When it turned up, the holiday and matching campaign references had to be edited out before the convers...

This week, the Carlsbad community pauses to reflect on the lives of residents who have recently passed. These abridged records serve as a respectful tribute to those who helped build and shape the local area. While these summaries offer a moment of collective remembrance, the full life stories, service details, and spaces for family condolences are maintained by the funeral homes serving our commu...

Today at noon and 11 PM on KCCC930AM Radio: She led a World of Warcraft raid team for ten years. Now she's president of the SENMC board and coordinating health programs that are quietly changing lives in Eddy County. From produce distributions to cancer screening barriers to community gardens, Sarah Bowman is one of those people making things happen behind the scenes — and she stopped by the Mount...

There’s a lot going on in Eddy County this week, and Mid-Week Matters has you covered. Mother’s Day weekend is packed with markets, teas, and family events across Carlsbad and Artesia. There’s a History Garden grand opening, a hiring fair, a free comedy night, and SENMC’s commencement ceremony. The events calendar alone is worth a listen. On the news side, early voting is open for the June primary...

In this episode of Community Forum on KCCC 930 AM, host Hattie sits down with Deena Annaporta of Inspired by Science to talk about the organization’s most anticipated event of the year — their annual summer STEM camp — and why families from as far away as Texas make the trip. Deena shares a peek at what’s planned for this year’s camp, including roller coasters, chemistry, physics, and electricity,...

Happy Wednesday, Eddy County. The halfway point of the week brings a fresh slate of community gatherings and a trip back to the golden age of Hollywood, right from our own backyard. This week's episode of Mid-Week Matters covers what's happening around the county and shines a light on a Carlsbad legend most people may not know. The episode highlights a busy week of upcoming events, including the P...

The community is preparing to walk for hope and healing. This Friday, May 1st, the Eddy County Relay for Life returns to the beach band shell, inviting all neighbors to participate in an overnight event dedicated to celebrating survivors and honoring those lost to cancer. In this interview, Summer and Angela join the show to discuss the deep roots of this event in Carlsbad. Listeners gain insight...

This week, the Carlsbad community pauses to reflect on the lives of residents who have recently passed. These abridged records serve as a respectful tribute to those who helped build and shape the local area. While these summaries offer a moment of collective remembrance, the full life stories, service details, and spaces for family condolences are maintained by the funeral homes serving our commu...

This week, the Carlsbad community pauses to reflect on the lives of residents who have recently passed. These abridged records serve as a respectful tribute to those who helped build and shape the local area. While these summaries offer a moment of collective remembrance, the full life stories, service details, and spaces for family condolences are maintained by the funeral homes serving our commu...

The putting greens are being prepped and the scorecards are ready for action. As the Mayor’s Mini Golf Tournament approaches, community members have gathered to discuss the details and the goals of this unique local event. This forum episode dives into what participants can expect and the friendly competition brewing among town leadership. Why listen to this episode: * The Mayor’s Showdown: Hear a...

Happy Wednesday, Eddy County. The halfway point of the week brings a fresh slate of news, community gatherings, and important updates to the airwaves. This week’s episode of Mid-Week Matters takes a closer look at what is happening right in the neighborhood, from the excitement of Energy Day at Southeast New Mexico College to the friendly competition hitting the mini-golf course. The episode explo...

In this episode of Book Crew Podcast, hosts Dirk Hooper and Beth A. Freely welcome science fiction romance author Kathleen Osborne for a conversation that’s equal parts inspiring and practical. Kathleen shares how retirement finally opened the door to a lifelong dream of writing — and what happened when she actually sat down to do it. One chaotic first manuscript became the foundation for multiple...

Community Forum co-host Hattie Quinn welcomed Jessica Barnes, owner of The Tattoo Shop in Carlsbad, NM — with podcasting student Joe Enriquez sitting in as a studio visitor. The conversation was as vibrant as the art on the walls. Jessica Barnes is the kind of person who makes you want to listen. Delightful, creative, and deeply dedicated to her craft, she opened up about what makes The Tattoo Sho...

Eddy County is moving forward with several local projects this week, including a significant groundbreaking ceremony and progress on a major elementary school rebuild. This episode covers these developments and highlights upcoming local events, such as a workshop at the college for those interested in home organization. Listeners can tune in for the specifics on these community updates and learn m...

Rick Wiedemann, chair of the science and engineering department at Southeast New Mexico College, joined Community Forum this week to talk about three free events happening on campus this Thursday, April 23. Energy Day (noon–7 PM) features a Munch & Learn panel with sandwiches provided, energy and seismic speakers, and a keynote by Dr. Kayla Kroll of Lawrence Livermore National Lab on subsurface op...

In this episode of Book Crew, Dirk Hooper and Beth A. Freely dive deep into one of the biggest questions writers face: should you plot your book or write by the seat of your pants? Dirk reveals his evolving plotting system, complete with notebooks, note cards, character arcs, and beat sheets, while Beth explains how outlining transformed her from a slow writer into a prolific one capable of finish...

This week, the Carlsbad community pauses to reflect on the lives of residents who have recently passed. These abridged records serve as a respectful tribute to those who helped build and shape the local area. While these summaries offer a moment of collective remembrance, the full life stories, service details, and spaces for family condolences are maintained by the funeral homes serving our commu...

This week, the Carlsbad community pauses to reflect on the lives of residents who have recently passed. These abridged records serve as a respectful tribute to those who helped build and shape the local area. While these summaries offer a moment of collective remembrance, the full life stories, service details, and spaces for family condolences are maintained by the funeral homes serving our commu...

The economic disconnect between Santa Fe and Southeastern New Mexico takes center stage as Paul Gessing, President of the Rio Grande Foundation, examines the growing friction in Lea and Eddy counties. This discussion explores the historical and legal complexities of the “Texas” succession movement while highlighting the “Curley Effect,” a political phenomenon where leadership potentially alienates...

Today on KCCC930am at noon and 11 pm, we list the upcoming events and interesting micro-news that affects our daily lives. A lot is going on in Eddy County this week, coming out of the Spring Holiday! Also, features spotlight segments from students at the SENMC Spring Break Podcasting Camp! Congratulations to the finishing participants. It was a great week! Aired on KCC930AM radio, and streamed th...

Dirk recounts some big life-changing events that have been challenging and ultimately rewarding. Beth has several new projects to talk about. Plus, the Book Crew talks about spice levels and what’s coming up this year. Book Crew, hosted by indie authors Beth A. Freely and Dirk Hooper, was crafted to help writers get their book written, edited, published, and promoted. Book Crew features interviews...

This week, the Carlsbad community pauses to reflect on the lives of residents who have recently passed. These abridged records serve as a respectful tribute to those who helped build and shape the local area. While these summaries offer a moment of collective remembrance, the full life stories, service details, and spaces for family condolences are maintained by the funeral homes serving our commu...

This week, the Carlsbad community pauses to reflect on the lives of residents who have recently passed. These abridged records serve as a respectful tribute to those who helped build and shape the local area. While these summaries offer a moment of collective remembrance, the full life stories, service details, and spaces for family condolences are maintained by the funeral homes serving our commu...

ICYMI: Aired today at noon, thanks to our heroic engineer, and repeating at 11 PM on KCCC 930 AM. From community classrooms to a murder warrant, this week's Mid-Week Matters has range. With spring holidays this week, the community calendar is lighter than usual — but there's still plenty ahead. Plus, a practical ten-point measles guide worth keeping handy, and a few news items that might surprise...

Beth A. Freely gives her presentation on balancing research and imagination in historical fiction, using her recent bestselling book, Love of a Samurai, as an example. Dirk talks about finishing the first draft of his new novel and how it went a lot faster this time. Book Crew, hosted by indie authors Beth A. Freely and Dirk Hooper, was crafted to help writers get their book written, edited, publi...