Mondays with the Mayor
March 24, 2025: In this episode, Mayor Crawford and Village Manager Ron Sena recap the state session in Santa Fe. Guests include Fire Chief Cade Hall, who shares fire safety updates and recent incidents, and Deputy Manager Michael Martinez, who discusses housing projects. Updates also come from Parks, Events, and Police on community happenings.
Chamber Chat
March 21, 2025: This week’s show welcomed guest Felicia Uribe from Once Upon a Time Photography to discuss their Pooch Playoffs campaign—a fun, community-driven competition to crown the ulti-mutt cutie. Voting runs through April, with all proceeds benefiting the Otero County Animal Shelter. Don’t miss your chance to support a great cause and help decide which furry friend takes home the title!
Mondays with the Mayor
March 17, 2025: In this episode, Mayor Crawford and Village Manager Ron Sena host key community leaders to discuss pressing local issues. Emergency Manager Eric Queller warns of high winds and generator safety, while Fire Chief Austin Meuli highlights fire restrictions. Guests also cover housing updates, job fairs, film projects, park events, and police concerns, offering vital insights for Ruidoso residents.
Chamber Chat
March 14, 2025: This week’s show welcomed guest Amber Smith from the GoodLife Senior Living to discuss the upcoming GoodLife Senior Health Fair on March 27, 2025, from 4 - 6 PM.
Mondays with the Mayor
March 10, 2025: In this episode, Fire Chief Cade Hall discussed Level 2 fire restrictions. Emergency Manager Eric Queller shared weather concerns and encouraged residents to sign up for Life Watch. Michael Martinez previewed a floodplain map update, and Susan Lutterman highlighted a new exhibit at the Wingfield Heritage House Museum. Eddie Ryan provided filming updates, and Parks Director Matthew Baird outlined fire season preparations. Police Chief Steve Minner addressed recent safety incidents.
Chamber Chat
March 7, 2025: This week’s show welcomed guests Bethany Martin and Karen Ueland from Hope Harbor. They discussed their annual fundraiser event, An Afternoon of Hope, which will take place from 2 - 4 pm on March 8 at the Ruidoso Convention Center. Hosts Deborah and Andrea also chatted about other upcoming village events.
Mondays with the Mayor
March 3, 2025: In this episode, local leaders provide key updates on community projects, public safety, and upcoming events. Michael Martinez shares insights from the FAA conference and progress on the 603 Mechem housing project. Fire Chief Cade Hall and Emergency Manager Eric Queller discuss fire preparedness and PNM’s power shutoff program. Updates also cover public works improvements, police initiatives, and recreational developments.
Chamber Chat
February 28, 2025: This week’s show featured Ashley Roberts and Sydney Mowery from Oso Productions. They shared the latest updates on the upcoming Lincoln Forest Renaissance Faire, which will take place at Wingfield Park from May 16 to 18, 2025.
Mondays with the Mayor
February 24, 2025: PNM Electric discussed potential power outages during high wind events. Adam Sanchez updated on fire hydrant maintenance. Fire Chief Cade Hall covered the midtown bomb threat and fire level increase. Hope Harbor promoted the Afternoon of Hope fundraiser. Parks & Rec shared updates on decorations, jobs, and events. Eddie Ryan and guests featured new music and film news. Police Chief Minner explained midtown camera issues.
Chamber Chat
February 21, 2025: This week’s show featured Logan Fleharty from Scorpion Tattoos, promoting the upcoming High Rollers Tattoo Expo happening February 27 to March 2, 2025, at Inn of the Mountain Gods. Ashley Roberts from the Spencer Theater also joined the show to spotlight the Dragons and Mythical Beast performance on Monday, March 3—a captivating, interactive experience designed for adventurers ages four and up.
Chamber Chat
February 14, 2025: This week’s show featured Felicia Uribe from Once Upon a Time Photography, promoting a puppy and dog photo contest benefiting the Otero County Animal Shelter, and Kidie Thornton from the Humane Society of Lincoln County, highlighting upcoming events and ways to get involved.
Mondays with the Mayor
February 10, 2025: In this week’s episode, Mayor Crawford and Village Manager Ron Sena recapped their trip to Santa Fe for the Lincoln County Day Legislative Reception. Michael Martinez provided updates on racetrack repairs and silt removal. Adam Sanchez discussed Starlight Road repairs and fire hydrant issues. Fire Chief Cade Hall reported on weekend fires, including a 3,000-acre blaze. Alex Koenig summarized the Short-Term Rentals meeting. Rick Button and David Shanks promoted a benefit concert for musician Dave Millsap. Matthew Baird and Eddie Ryan reviewed the Midtown Associations Conference and announced Alto Lake’s February 14 opening. Lieutenant Jamie Urban shared details on a drug bust and a suspected DUI accident on Mechem Drive.
Mondays with the Mayor
February 3, 2025: In this week’s episode, local officials provided key updates on infrastructure, public safety, and community events. Public Works Director Adam Sanchez discussed road repairs and water line issues, while Deputy Village Manager Michael Martinez covered short-term rental policies and silt removal. Fire officials warned of increased fire danger, and updates on park rehabilitation, tattoo expos, and a new film project were shared.
Chamber Chat
January 31, 2025: This week, Ashley Roberts from the Spencer Theater for Performing Arts joined the show to discuss the spring concert season.
Mondays with the Mayor
January 27, 2025: In this week’s episode, Fire Chief Cade Hall and Assistant Chief Austin Meuli discussed recent fires and last year’s Bear Barn Flea Market fire under arson investigation. Updates included LA wildfire deployments, Starlight Rd., a water leak, debris removal progress, and the new floodplain map. A February film will feature local actors and sites. Parks & Rec preps for baseball/softball, and ICE rumors were addressed.
Chamber Chat
January 24, 2025: This week, Ashley Roberts and Sydney Mowery from Oso Productions join the show to discuss the second annual Lincoln Forest Renaissance Faire at Wingfield Park on May 16 -28, 2025. This family-friendly event is not just an occasion; it's a journey to another time!
Mondays with the Mayor
January 13, 2025: In this week’s episode, Deputy Village Manager Michael Martinez updated on the 603 Mechem housing project, noting landscaping is now out for bid. Public Works Director Adam Sanchez highlighted snow removal priorities and promoted the EyeOnWater app. Parks & Rec previewed youth basketball and adult activities. Police Chief Minner shared traffic updates and Citizens Police Academy news. Xterra’s Steve Andrus discussed the August Xterra Ruidoso event.
Chamber Chat
January 10, 2025: This week, Deborah & Andrea talk about upcoming events for the 2025 year, including Vines in the Pines and the Lincoln County Day Legislative Reception in Santa Fe, as well as summertime events in the Village and surrounding areas.
Mondays with the Mayor
January 6, 2025: In this week’s episode, Public Works Director Adam Sanchez discussed storm preparations and interceptor line work at Ruidoso Downs. Fire Chief Cade Hall updated on recent fires, including one near Capitan. Parks & Rec leaders shared Ice Rink revenue details, while Eddie Ryan previewed events and a fire docu-series. Police Chief Steve Minner addressed local activity and a State Police investigation.
Mondays with the Mayor
December 30, 2024: In this week’s episode, Fire Chief Cade Hall introduced Assistant Fire Chief Austin Meuli and provided an update on a Country Club fire. Eric Queller discussed replacing nine emergency sirens. Michael Martinez updated on the 603 Mechem Project and SBA loans. Adam Sanchez shared details on a water line project. Other updates included airport upgrades, ice rink operations, floodplain mapping, and safety for New Year’s celebrations.