Chamber Chat: Ty and Tina Bonnell
January 27, 2023: Guests Ty and Tina Bonnell with Ski Apache Adaptive Sports joined the show this week to talk about Annual Silent Auction on Friday, January 28, 2023, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Ruidoso Convention Center. They also discussed what services the Adaptive Sports program offers for both winter and summer sports.
Mondays with the Mayor
January 23, 2023: Today’s episode focused on Village staging and preparations for the upcoming winter storm warning. Tim Roberts reported on the Wingfield House Heritage Center and Convention Center, while Police Chief Lawrence Chavez discussed last week's police activities, like the capture of a suspected burglar. Later, a listener called in to talk about the manholes on Mechem Drive. Also, community center events for the upcoming week were discussed.
Let’s Talk Music: Spencer Gandy
January 21, 2023: Musician Spencer Gandy joins host Tradd Tidwell in the studio this week to play live and share stories.
Chamber Chat: Eddie Crane and Bernie Davilla
January 20, 2023: Guests Eddie Crane and Bernie Davilla from Healing America's Heroes joined the show to announce their February 11, 2023, fundraiser dinner and silent auction. They also discussed what services they provide for Veterans and First Responders at their facilities in Fort Stanton.
Weekend Preview
January 19, 2023: Show topics this week included ice skating at Wingfield Park, the Smart Start Basketball program, the new Lincoln County Regulators Cornhole League Monday nights at 7 pm at Horton gym, and Ruidoso Community Center offerings and activities.
Chamber Chat: Johnny Montoya
January 13, 2023: Guest Johnny Montoya, VP of Government Affairs at Kinetic by Windstream, joins the show this week to discuss the status of installing fiber internet in the village.
Mondays with the Mayor
January 9, 2023: This week, Adam Sanchez, the public works director for the Village of Ruidoso, visited the show to inform us of plans to improve Sudderth and Upper Canyon. Village Clerk Jini Turri shed light on the council meetings and streaming options available. Tim Roberts reported on the Wingfield House Heritage Center and Convention Center. Fire Chief Joe Kasuboski and forest director Dick Cooke discussed fire prevention and forestry thinning projects, while Judi Starkovich, finance director, talked about Village budgeting and GRT. Chief Lawrence Chavez outlined holiday police activities and the upcoming Citizens Police Academy.
Chamber Chat: Robin DeMott
January 6, 2023: Host Deborah Douds and guest Robin DeMott Chief External Affairs Officer of ENMU-Ruidoso, discussed the upcoming 2023 Spring Semester schedule. New programming includes Community Choir and CDL certification classes. Also discussed were upcoming athletic offerings, including Cross Country, Golf, and Rodeo.
Weekend Preview
January 5, 2023: Show topics this week included ice skating at Wingfield Park, the Christmas Light Tour on the Discover Ruidoso app, the new Lincoln County Regulators Cornhole League Monday nights at 7 pm at Horton gym, and Youth Basketball sign-ups. Questions? Call Ruidoso Parks and Recreation at 575-257-5030.
Christmas in the Mountains Radio Special
Saturday, December 24, 2022: Hosts Tim Roberts and Greg Widener celebrate the Christmas season with the inaugural Christmas in the Mountains radio special featuring holiday classics as well as local bands and artists, along with Christmas and holiday wishes from Village of Ruidoso employees and officials.
Chamber Chat: Shannon Dictson
October 7, 2022: Guest Shannon Dictson from the Lincoln County Community Health Council joined the show to discuss the October 15, 2022, 10th Annual Health and Wellness Fair at Inn of the Mountain Gods, a free, family-friendly day of health and wellness. Also discussed were last weekend's 2022 AspenFest and the December 3, 2022, Festival of Lights.
Weekend Preview
October 6, 2022: Show topics this week included the success of AspenFest last weekend as well as a preview of October 8-9, 2022 Second Annual Indigenous Celebration at Wingfield Park. Also discussed was the upcoming Midtown Halloween Trick or Treat and Pumpkin Roll event.
Mountain Air: Ryan Trosper and Stephanie Rodriguez
October 6, 2022: Guests ENMU-Ruidoso President Ryan Trosper and NM Secretary of Higher Education Stephanie Rodriguez joined the show to discuss the increase in enrollment at ENMU-Ruidoso and the launch of a new Wind Energy Certificate Program in partnership with Mesa Lands Community College and San Juan College. Also discussed were the NM Higher Education Department scholarships and food security initiatives.
Mondays with the Mayor
October 3, 2022: Guests Todd Oberheu and Councilor Jackson join the show this week to discuss the upcoming Mill Levy on the ballot in November and its importance for the Lincoln County Medical Center, and the services and opportunities the hospital provides to the village and surrounding communities. David “TBone” Tetreault was in the studio to talk about the Toss No Mas Community Cleanup on Sunday, Oct 16 at 1 pm at Wingfield Park. Police Chief Lawrence Chavez was in giving his weekly police report including discussing the successful new AspenFest parade pre-stage location and also cautioned residents to be cautious of phone scams and auto/home burglaries during the holiday season.
Let’s Talk Music: Bobby Lee
October 1, 2022: Musician Bobby Lee joins host Tradd Tidwell in the studio this week to play live and share stories.
Chamber Chat
September 30, 2022: This week's topics included the AspenFest Parade and Festival at Wingfield Park along with associated road closures and concert information. Also discussed were upcoming events including the All American Cowboy Fest, Spencer Theater Fall/Winter 2022-23 season schedule, and the Car show at the Inn of the Mountain Gods.
Mondays with the Mayor
September 26, 2022: Mayor Crawford and Village Officials recapped highlights from the successful Downshift Brewing Company's Oktoberfest in Midtown last weekend. Also discussed was the October 1-2, 2022, AspenFest celebration with a 10:00 AM parade through Midtown, immediately followed by fun, food, music, and drinks at Wingfield Park. Police Chief Chavez reported on the investigation status of a Ruidoso woman’s abduction and the primitive human skull that was found on a Ruidoso construction site as well as details on the new training simulator and Citizens Police Academy.
Let’s Talk Music: Chris Miles
September 24, 2022: Musician Chris Miles joins host Tradd Tidwell in the studio this week to play live and share stories.
Weekend Preview
September 23, 2022: Host Romy Carr had special guest Marie Peralta of Ruidoso Parks and Recreation in-studio to discuss upcoming events including AspenFest, the Wingfield Market, and the 2nd Annual Indigenous Day. Also discussed was the retirement of longtime Ruidoso Parks and Recreation director Rodney Griego.
Chamber Chat
September 23, 2022: Guests Johnny, Helen, Terri, and Judy Barajas joined the show this week to discuss how the Village of Ruidoso has changed since the 1940s. Also announced that Helen was selected as the Grand Marshal of the 2022 Aspenfest Parade.