Weekend Preview
October 31, 2024: In this episode, hosts Matthew Baird and David “Tbone” Tetreault from Parks & Rec talk about today’s Midtown Halloween Trick or Treat and Pumpkin Roll event. The hosts also discuss the upcoming Holiday Season.
Mondays with the Mayor
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.
Chamber Chat
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.
Mondays with the Mayor
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.
Weekend Preview
October 17, 2024: In this episode, hosts David “Tbone” Tetreault and Melissa Haynes from Parks & Rec talk about today’s Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting at the Wingfield Heritage House Museum. The hosts also discuss this weekend's Toss no Mas cleanup event, the Midtown Trick or Treat and Pumpkin Roll event on Oct 30th, and other local events.
Mondays with the Mayor
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.
Chamber Chat
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.
Weekend Preview
October 3, 2024: In this episode, hosts Matthew Baird and TBone from Parks & Rec talk about the upcoming AspenFest Parade and Festival at Wingfield Park this weekend. The hosts also discuss the Grand Opening of the Wingfield Heritage House Museum on October 17th.
Mondays with the Mayor
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.
Chamber Chat
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.
Mondays with the Mayor
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.
Chamber Chat
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.
Weekend Preview
September 19, 2024: In this episode, hosts TBone and Melissa talk about the Kite Festival happening this weekend, the Aspenfest Parade and Festival on October 5, and the grand opening of the new playground at School House Park.
Mondays with the Mayor
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.
Chamber Chat
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.
Mondays with the Mayor
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.
Chamber Chat
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.
Weekend Preview
September 5, 2024: In this episode, host Matthew Baird and guest host Melissa Moody discuss upcoming fall events that are scheduled with Parks & Rec. They also discuss the finishing details of the new playground at School House Park as well as the upgrades that have been made at the Community Center.
Chamber Chat
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!
Mondays with the Mayor
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.