February 28, 2022: Topics discussed this week included the past weekend's Republican Party of New Mexico Pre-Primary State Convention at the Ruidoso Convention Center, the 2022 Municipal Officer Elections, and the March 1 Village Council Workshop Meeting. Police Chief Chavez was in to give updates on the police activities this past week including an apparent suicide at Grindstone Lake.

February 25, 2022: Executive Director Stepahine Hale of THRIVE in Southern New Mexico, and THRIVE board member Bruce Ashburn of PNM joined the show this week to discuss the Benefit Concert with Jeff Carson on March 5, 2022. Also discussed was the success THRIVE had in fundraising last year and who they were able to help with the donated funds.

February 21, 2022: Gary L Jackson, Darren Hooker, Stephen Carter and Tim Coughlin joined the show this week for a 2022 Municipal Officer Election Candidate Forum hosted by Hospital Chief Executive Todd Oberheu of Lincoln County Medical Center. Municipal Judge Candidate Frank Potter who is running unopposed was also interviewed by telephone. Forum participants introduced themselves and provided brief candidate statements and answered questions about village issues including workforce housing, water issues, police, and the search for police recruits. Later in the show, infrastructure updates were also provided for the Paradise Canyon Lateral Replacement, Midtown Light Pole Replacement, and Center Street Renovation projects.

February 18, 2022: Zia Natural Gas Business Development Manager, Oscar Saucedo, and Jacob Kinney, Pipeline Safety Manager join the show this week to discuss the importance of calling 811 before you dig so that you don’t accidentally hit any buried utility lines in your yard. Also discussed are some rebates that Zia Natural Gas offers for upgrading to more energy-efficient appliances.

February 14, 2022: Topics discussed this week included the 2022 Municipal Officer Elections and next week’s candidates’ forum on this radio show, and village water use and rights. Infrastructure updates included the status of Broadband Expansion, Center Street Renovation, and Midtown Light Pole Replacement projects. Additionally, Ruidoso Police Chief Lawrence Chavez was in the studio to discuss two new officer hirings and George “The Trout Man” Schlemeyer was in to talk about improvements at Grindstone and Alto Lakes.

February 11, 2022: Professor of English, Department Chair of Language & Fine Arts Jeff Frawley of ENMU-Ruidoso joins the show this week to discuss the university’s new Fine Arts Magazine, Ridgeline Review, and how the community can submit for publication. Also discussed was the new guest speaker series, Feed Your Brain, every Wednesday at the ENMU-Ruidoso campus.

February 7, 2022: Topics discussed this week included the Lincoln County Day Legislative Reception in Santa Fe hosted on Feb. 2 by the Ruidoso Valley Chamber of Commerce. Networking opportunities included a virtual meeting with the Governor about funding for bridge and sewer rehabilitation. Additionally, Ruidoso Police Chief Lawrence Chavez was in the studio to share an immediate need for new officers and the criteria for non-certified recruits.

January 31, 2022: This week, Richie Hood and Barry Chase from First National Bank of Ruidoso joined the show to discuss local financing options for new businesses. Also in the studio, Water Resource Manager Eric Boyda discussed the Village water rights and municipal investments in water systems and infrastructure. Rick Hutchinson of Angus Church and Marci Butchofsky with Hope Harbor Transitional Home shared information about the upcoming event, Afternoon of Hope, at the ENMU-Ruidoso campus. Additionally, Police Chief Lawrence Chavez was in with new Officer Jimmy Lopez for his official swearing-in by Mayor Crawford. Also discussed was Officer Lopez’s background including his dive experience with installing the Wibit Water Park at Grindstone Lake.

January 28, 2022: Wildfire Prevention & Communications Coordinator Wendy Mason of the NM State Forestry Division joins the show this week to discuss the upcoming wildfire season and safety measures the public can take to help to prevent them.

January 24, 2022: Mayor Crawford was out this week, but Ruidoso Convention Center Manager Tim Roberts filled in with interviews of some Village directors. Rodney Griego shared the success and achievements of the Parks and Recreation Department. Forestry Director Dick Cooke discussed upcoming fire season concerns with regard to the below-normal snow season so far and how the Ball Park fire demonstrated the success of forest thinning efforts. Utilities Director Adam Sanchez provided updates on the sewer rehabilitation project. Also discussed was the FEMA Geotechnical Bridgework scheduled to begin January 26.

January 21, 2022: Executive Director with Ski Apache Adaptive Sports, Ty Bonnell joins the show this week to discuss the Annual Silent Auction fundraiser on January 29 at the Ruidoso Convention Center as well as how the program works and who it benefits. Also discussed is the addition of mountain biking in summer 2022 to the Adaptive Sports program.

January 17, 2022: Topics discussed this week included the continued increase in Lincoln County COVID infection cases and three recent deaths attributed to the virus. Also discussed were last week’s council meeting including the Winter Park coaster and a possible date for operations, the approval of a boat ramp and youth fishing pond at Alto Lake, municipal pool maintenance and the continued discussion of an indoor facility. Ruidoso Police Chief Lawrence Chavez was in-studio to discuss an Alamogordo gunshot victim and why Ruidoso police were called out. Also discussed is how the 12th Judicial District Major Crime Unit (MCU) is used and its benefits for the communities it assists.

January 10, 2022: Show highlights this week included Mayor Crawford’s scheduled January 24 State of the Village address, the upcoming meeting with Infrastructure Finance Czar, Marty Chavez regarding the application and use of federal recovery money, the surge in Lincoln County COVID infection cases and LCMD hospitalization data. Also discussed were the 2022 Municipal Officer Election and the GO Bond for the purpose of enlarging, improving, and/or extending the production and distribution components of the Village's water system. Ruidoso Police Chief Lawrence Chavez was in-studio to discuss the progress of the consolidated dispatch at the Horton Complex, including the funding of a new communications tower.

January 7, 2022: Apprenticeship & Outreach Coordinator, Rochelle Lentschke, and Tatiana Magana, Youth Career Coach, of NM Workforce Connection join the show this week to discuss career resources and services. They share how the program can help employers and people looking for a career in the community as well as promote the upcoming Opportunity Fair in February.

January 3, 2022: Show highlights this week included the success of the Wingfield Park Ice Rink, the New Year’s weekend big snow event, the success of and the great job in preparation and execution of snow removal by the Streets and Parks and Recreation departments. Also discussed was the Ski Apache closure Monday thru Wednesday leaving local businesses and visitors upset. Barry Chase, a Commercial Loan Officer at 1st National Bank was in-studio to discuss how people can start a business or get a loan to help with an existing business. Mayor Crawford, Tim Dodge, and Ron Sena discussed the January 4 Council Workshop Meeting and agenda items.

December 31, 2021: Mary Maxon, Michael and Delana Clements of the Old Dowlin Mill joined the show this week to discuss Old Mill repair progress including the just-completed roof and the need for additional funds, through donations, to complete the reconstruction project. Also discussed were New Year’s Eve and upcoming holiday events.

December 20, 2021: Ruidoso Parks and Recreation Director Rodney Griego discussed winter activities at Wingfield Park including the new Ice Skating Rink and the Trail of Lights display. State Rep. Zach Cook called to say that the final redistricting of the state that was completed last week. Police Chief Chavez discussed the success of the first annual Shop With A COP Christmas event and the successful capture of a suspect in the Sierra Blanca Motors break-in. Also, area youth talked about what Christmas means to them.

December 13, 2021: Topics of discussion this week included the success of the Parks & Recreation Christmas Drone Show put on last weekend, the Eye On Water mobile apps to monitor personal water consumption and how to create an account. Also discussed were the Tuesday, December 14 council meeting agenda and the creation of a Safety Officer position for the Village. State Representative Zach Cook called in from Santa Fe to discuss NM Redistricting and Ruidoso Police Chief Lawrence Chavez joined the show to discuss the increase of vehicle theft and burglaries over the holiday season and the steps people can take to prevent vehicle theft.

December 10, 2021: Victor Montes of Lincoln County Toys for Tots joins the show this week to discuss their program and when and where they will be sorting the donations to be delivered in addition to last weekend's Parade of Lights winners for Best Floats and Vehicles. Also discussed were upcoming village events including the community Coat Drive, the Flying J Ranch Christmas Program, and the upcoming Vines in the Pines event to be held on Feb. 19, 20, 2022 at the Ruidoso Convention Center.

December 6, 2021: Parks and Recreation Director Rodney Griego joined the show this week to discuss Christmas events as well as the possibility of adding an ice skating rink to Wingfield Park for the winter season. Community Development Director Samantha Mendez was in the studio to discuss the Workforce Housing Mesa Apartment site plan to be presented during the December 7 workshop meeting. Police Chief Chavez also joined the show to introduce Officer Whitt who graduated from the Police Academy in Albuquerque. Also discussed were changes to the Festival of Lights traffic route.