November 18, 2024: In this week’s episode, Mayor Crawford brought fresh insights from the Municipal League Conference in Tampa. Interim Fire Chief Cade Hall reported on the Thunderbird Curio fire and announced lifesaving CPR classes. Retired Police Chief Chavez reflected on his career, while Deputy Manager Martinez and Director Sanchez detailed progress on key housing and utility projects. New Police Chief Minner addressed homelessness and a recent vehicle theft arrest.

November 15, 2024: This week, we welcome Phil Hamilton and Bradshaw Lambert to the studio, sharing insights into the release of Phil’s latest single, Coyotes and Trains, and previewing his upcoming live concert at Billy the Kid Casino at Ruidoso Downs Race Track on Saturday, November 16, at 8:00 PM. Plus, don’t miss their special live performance of a few songs here in the studio.

November 8, 2024: This week, Lorna Fike from the Hope Harbor Transitional Home joins us to announce her retirement and the celebration planned for Saturday, November 9. In the second half of the show Kidie Thornton, from the Humane Society of Lincoln County, shared details about their upcoming annual Fur Ball fundraiser event, set for next Friday, November 15.

November 4, 2024: In this week’s episode, Emergency Manager Eric Queller shared updates on Roswell-area flooding, with Ruidoso assisting by delivering sandbags. Fire Chiefs Kasuboski and Hall discussed local fires, while Deputy Manager Michael Martinez updated floodplain mapping. Water Manager Marty Luna outlined snow removal plans. Parks & Rec reviewed projects, and Eddie Ryan proposed a fire recovery documentary. Phil Hamilton promoted his single, and Police Chief Minner shared winter driving tips.

November 1, 2024: This week, Ashley Roberts from the Spencer Theater joins us to discuss their new Friendsgiving promotion! From November 1 to December 7, you can get four buffet tickets and four tickets to select Spring 2025 shows for just $325—a perfect way to share the Spencer Theater experience with loved ones or as a thoughtful gift! Visit www.spencertheater.com or call the Box Office at 575-336-4800 for details.

October 28, 2024: In this week’s episode, Michael Martinez shared plans for an upcoming Financial Conference with Manager Ron Sena, while Adam Sanchez updated on a new oil truck acquisition and guard rail project. Chief Joe Kasuboski discussed Midtown’s Halloween event and winter safety tips. Jose Montanez from FEMA provided an assistance update, and community members shared news on Halloween events, Hope Harbor’s retirement celebration, and Renew Health's mental health services.

October 25, 2024: In this week's episode, host Deborah Douds, Executive Director and CEO of the Ruidoso Valley Chamber of Commerce, welcomes special guests Liz and Lori from the Ruidoso Valley Greeters and the Christmas Jubilee. They share insights about the upcoming holiday festivities and what makes the Jubilee a beloved local tradition. Plus, be among the first to hear Phil Hamilton's brand-new single, Coyotes and Trains, making its debut ahead of the official release on November 1, 2024. 

October 21, 2024: Topics discussed this week included the recent flooding in Roswell and Ruidoso’s efforts to support the neighboring city during rescue and cleanup. Updates were provided on Perk Canyon's culvert installations and preparations for the upcoming snow season, including adjustments to the street clearing plan. The differences between floodways and floodplains were explained. There were also reports on the Toss No Mas cleanup, upcoming event plans, and road closures for the Midtown Trick or Treat.

October 7, 2024: Mayor Crawford and Village Manager Sena reviewed the AspenFest parade, Tuesday's Council agenda, and November's election. Updates included local road repairs, Homecoming Bonfire, Fire Prevention Month, next summer’s Iron Man event, short-term rental app, Humane Society's adoption plea, Wingfield Heritage House Museum opening, and traffic concerns during AspenFest.

October 4, 2024: This week’s episode presents guest Logan Fleharty, Grand Marshall of the AspenFest Parade. Logan talks about his experiences during and after the fires and floods to help the community.

September 30, 2024: In this episode, Mayor Crawford and Village Manager Ron Sena discussed their trip to Santa Fe for the Water Law Conference and FEMA aid distribution. Public Works Director Adam Sanchez provided updates on guard rail replacements and cleanup efforts. Airport Manager Lee Baker shared details on resurfacing Taxiway Alpha and a new card reader system. Eddie Ryan discussed the Wingfield Heritage Museum opening and future event planning. Police addressed AspenFest Parade road closures.

September 27, 2024: This week’s episode presents guests Billy Mack, Deborah, and Andrea. Billy Mack, owner of New Mexico Art Glass Center, was on to talk about his new Stained Glass class being offered through ENMU-Ruidoso. Deborah and Andrea also discussed the upcoming AspenFest parade.

September 23, 2024: In this episode, the Mayor recaps the Cabinet in the Community event and addresses insurance challenges post-fires and floods. Public Works Director Adam Sanchez discusses water rerouting in the Black Forest area, while Fire Chief Kasuboski announces his year-end retirement. Police Chief Chavez also shares his November retirement plans, and rising DUI cases involving alcohol and marijuana are highlighted.

September 20, 2024: This week’s episode presents guests from THRIVE in Southern New Mexico and Inn of the Mountian Gods. Stephanie Hale, Executive Director, and Michelle Gill, Events Manager from THRIVE talked about how THRIVE works with regard to getting donations to local charities as well as the Corks & Shells - Wine & Pistachio Festival in Alamogordo on October 19th.

September 16, 2024: In this episode, Adam Sanchez discussed plans to divert the Upper Canyon river for sewer maintenance and bridge repairs impacted by fires and floods. Michael Martinez updated on the 603 Mechem and Elk Meadows projects. Kerry Armijo talked about the upcoming Cabinet In Your Community event. Eddie Ryan introduced the Motor Mountain Weekend and XTERRA triathlon. Police chiefs discussed a recent auto accident on Gavilan Canyon Rd.

September 13, 2024: This week, guest Bobbie Pendergrass discussed this Sunday’s prayer vigil at Jack’s Backstage. Also discussed was the October 5 annual AspenFest parade and after-party.

September 9, 2024: In this episode, Mayor Crawford shared his experience as grand marshal of the NM State Fair, while Deputy Village Manager Michael Martinez updated residents on floodplain rebuilding, the debris removal program, and the 603 Mechem Project. Eddie Ryan promoted Motor Mountain Weekend, Francisco Sanchez gave a Ski Run Road update, and Deputy Police Chief Steve Minner discussed car show events and parking issues at White Mountain Elementary.

September 6, 2024: This week, guests from Oso Productions, Sydnee Mowrey and Shadow Gillmore. Sydnee and Shadow discussed the upcoming play, Eurydice, that will be put on September 13th-15th at Wingfield Park. They also discussed future projects that are being planned for Oso Productions.

August 30, 2024: This week, Ashley Roberts from the Spencer Theater for Performing Arts joins the show to reveal the upcoming Fall-Winter-Spring 2024-2025 schedule. Don’t miss out on this sneak peek of what’s coming to the stage!

August 26, 2024: In this episode, Matthew Baird, Parks & Rec Director and Eddie Ryan, Mgr. of Events & Strategic Partnerships were on the show to talk about the past weekend’s events at Wingfield Park that included free Bar-B-Que, music and drone show. Matthew also discussed the progress of the new playground at School House Park and the cleanup at Two Rivers Park.

Director of Finance, Judy Starkovich, and Water Production Manager, Christella Armijo were in the studio to discuss the increase in the water bills and help explain why the increase was implemented.

Stephanie Long the Wingfield House Museum Curator and Manager was in to announce an opening date and ribbon cutting ceremony for the museum on October 17th. Stephanie also discussed her weekly radio program, Ruidoso Rewind, which airs every Friday at noon on KRUI.

Michael Martinez, Deputy Village Manager, was on to discuss the progress and possible completion date of the upgrades at the Community Center. He also gave an update and progress report on the 603 Mechem housing project which now has 3 homes on the property.

Police Chief Lawrence Chavez talked about his involvement in taking the Legislative Finance Committee on a tour of the fire and flood damage around the Village to help give them a firsthand view of the devastation in the Village.