Chamber Chat
August 22, 2025: On this week’s Chamber Chat, Phil Moon with the NM Arts Foundation and Bradshaw Lambert of GBL Music Media Management recap the August 1 fundraiser supporting “Burned Out and Washed Out Musicians” from Ruidoso and Altadena. The event raised over $1,000 to help fire and flood victims replace musical instruments lost in the disasters.
Mondays with the Mayor
August 18, 2025: In this episode, Village Manager Ron Sena welcomes guests with updates on new emergency sirens, fire department vehicles, FEMA recovery projects, and public works improvements. They also cover recent and upcoming events, including XTERRA, Brewdoso, the Grindstone Trail Run, and the Under a Mountain Sky concerts, closing with plans for the Village’s future growth.
Mondays with the Mayor
August 11, 2025: In this episode, guests include Village leaders, public safety officials, and event organizers discussing Upper Canyon utility repairs, FEMA’s flood response, and upcoming community events. Topics range from roadwork and emergency services to the Xterra race, school sports updates, local news ownership changes, police staffing needs, and Ironman training.
Chamber Chat
August 8, 2025: On this week’s Chamber Chat, Tim Duckworth, Executive Director of the Ruidoso Midtown Association, shares what’s brewing for this weekend’s annual Brewdoso festival, happening August 9 at Wingfield Park. Get the details and tickets at Brewdoso.com.
Mondays with the Mayor
August 4, 2025: In this episode, Village leaders provided updates on flood response, water restoration, debris removal, emergency alerts, and SBA support. Parks & Rec highlighted weekend events, while Police and Fire Chiefs discussed public safety efforts. A proposed Lyft partnership may improve local transportation. Updates aimed to inform and support residents during the ongoing recovery.
Chamber Chat
August 1, 2025: This week on Chamber Chat, Lauren Swangstu from the PIECE Coalition of Lincoln County joins the show to discuss their Back to School Bash event, a fun-filled day for the whole family celebrating the start of a new school year on August 2nd at Wingfield Park.
Mondays with the Mayor
July 28, 2025: In this episode, Deputy Village Manager Michael Martinez addressed safety concerns and McBride Bridge repairs. Fire Chief Cade Hall reported on lightning fires and new warning sirens. Parks & Rec directors discussed canopy issues at a weekend tournament. Adam Sanchez gave water and road updates, and Eddie Ryan recapped a concert and previewed Keaton Adams’ upcoming show.
Mondays with the Mayor
July 21, 2025: In this episode, Mayor Crawford introduced a green energy project near the airport and discussed ongoing disaster recovery funding issues. Village leaders shared updates on flood damage, water advisories, road repairs, and community support. Parks & Rec celebrated a successful marathon, while Events recapped a concert and previewed a fire docuseries and upcoming film release.
Chamber Chat
July 18, 2025: This week on Chamber Chat, Bradshaw Lambert and Phil Hamilton join the show to talk all things Under a Mountain Sky—Ruidoso’s beloved summer concert series. Phil also shares the story behind his new single, Old Man’s Farm, and what’s next on his musical horizon.
Mondays with the Mayor
July 14, 2025: In this episode, Mayor Crawford, Village leaders, and guests provided flood recovery updates, focusing on debris cleanup and infrastructure repairs. Schlotzsky’s promoted a fundraiser for relief efforts. New Water Resource Director Connie Tucker was introduced, and Police Chief Minner welcomed Officer Jay Gutierrez to the force.
Mondays with the Mayor
July 7, 2025: In this episode, Mayor Crawford and Village Manager Ron Sena welcome guests for updates on the McDaniel Bridge, Brady Canyon roadwork, and flood recovery efforts. Parks & Rec recaps the Tailgate & Drone Show, while Eddie Ryan highlights the “Fight or Flight” film project. The episode closes with details on the Village’s new Recovery and Revitalization plan.
Chamber Chat
July 4, 2025: This week on Chamber Chat, Sydnee Mowery and Jacob McCaw from OSO Productions to share what’s in store for this month’s theater production of She Kills Monsters.
Mondays with the Mayor
June 30, 2025: In this episode, Mayor Crawford and Village Manager Ron Sena address the McDaniel Bridge timeline, while Public Works, Fire, and Police officials provide updates on flooding, fire restrictions, and a recent hostage threat hoax. Parks and Events leaders preview July 4th festivities, the Xterra race, lake levels, and a docuseries on the South Fork and Salt fires.
Mondays with the Mayor
June 23, 2025: In this episode, Mayor Lynn Crawford and Village Manager Ron Sena welcome guests to share timely updates on flood preparedness, local wildfires, and upcoming summer events. Highlights include the new Monsoon Season Awareness page, XTERRA Ruidoso, river cleanup progress, Midtown Market news, public safety efforts, and recreation at Grindstone Lake and the municipal pool.
Mondays with the Mayor
June 16, 2025: In this episode, Mayor Lynn Crawford and Village Manager Ron Sena reflect on the Southfork and Salt fires one year later. Guests share updates on fire safety, housing delays, local events, infrastructure, animal welfare, and public safety—including new cadet introductions, concert plans, and community fundraisers.
Chamber Chat
June 13, 2025: This week on Chamber Chat, Logan Fleharty joins us to share what’s in store for the 2025 Ruidoso Tattoo Expo, happening June 13–15. Get the inside scoop on this vibrant, three-day event.
Mondays with the Mayor
June 9, 2025: In this episode, Village Manager Ron Sena hosts updates from Public Works, Parks & Rec, Emergency Management, and more. Guests share news on road repairs, flood mapping, museum awards, upcoming events like the Ruidoso Tattoo Expo, and public safety tech upgrades—from dispatch systems to social media outreach.
Chamber Chat
June 6, 2025: This week on Chamber Chat, Larry Cordova and Taylor Joray join us to share details about the 30th Annual Youth Fishing Day happening next weekend at Grindstone Lake. Later in the show, Michelle Gill from Thrive in Southern New Mexico stops by to promote their upcoming fundraiser concert, Yesterday: A Tribute to the Beatles, taking place Saturday, June 27, in Alamogordo.
Mondays with the Mayor
June 2, 2025: In this episode, Village leaders share updates on monsoon preparedness, new emergency sirens, and fire response efforts. Highlights include the 603 Mechem housing project, the reopening of the public pool, plans for a July 5th drone show, a new docuseries filming at the library, and police reports on recent suspicious activity and an attempted robbery.
Chamber Chat
May 30, 2025: This week on Chamber Chat, Ashley Roberts from the Spencer Theater shares highlights from their upcoming summer season, including details about the opening show. In the second half, Sydney Mowrey of OSO Productions joins the conversation to recap the 2nd annual Lincoln Forest Renaissance Faire.