Mondays with the Mayor: Tim Dodge, Ron Sena, and Dr. Anthony “Ant” Thornton
September 27, 2021: Dr. Anthony “Ant” Thornton, Candidate for Lieutenant Governor joined the show this week to discuss his platform and changes he would like to see in New Mexico. The Mayor and Village Managers discussed Grindstone and Alto lakes water levels and the “Snake Shake” concessions at Alto Lake and upcoming events including the Aspenfest parade and after-party at Wingfield Park. Additionally, they discussed the upcoming Village Council agenda items and the roles and responsibilities of the Mayor and Village Council. Infrastructure updates included the continued need for and progress on affordable housing in the Ruidoso area.
Coaches Corner: John Omera and Kief Johnson
September 23, 2021: Head Football Coaches John Omera (Capitan Tigers) and Kief Johnson (Ruidoso Warriors) discuss last week's games and with a preview of this Friday's games. Last week’s score report: Capitan won over the Loving Falcons 20-14 and Ruidoso won over the Cobre Indians 28-2.
Weekend Preview: Romi Carr
September 23, 2021: Romi Carr of Ruidoso Parks and Recreation Department joins the show this week to discuss the fall youth sports activities and programs along with next week’s Aspenfest Parade and Festival at Wingfield Park. Also discussed was the upcoming All American CowboyFest scheduled for September 30 to October 3, 2021, at the Ruidoso Downs Race Track.
Mondays with the Mayor: Tim Dodge, Ron Sena, and Lawrence Chavez
September 20, 2021: Ruidoso Police Chief Lawrence Chavez joins the show this week to discuss last week’s Police Blotter as well as police recruitment. Also discussed was the Golden Aspen Motorcycle Rally, Wingfield House construction progress, the completion of the public bathroom project at Two Rivers Park, the new Ruidoso Insider community newsletter, and the Lincoln County public hearing on an ordinance for the regulation of location and consumption of cannabis. Infrastructure updates included the upcoming spring project of repaving Gavilon Canyon Road and hazard mitigation planning for Rio Ruidoso.
Coaches Corner: John Omera and Kief Johnson
September 16, 2021: Joining the Coaches Corner show this week are Head Football Coaches John Omera (Capitan Tigers) and Kief Johnson (Ruidoso Warriors) about last week's games and previewing this Friday's games.
Mountain Air: Stephen Miller
September 14, 2021: Stephen Miller, Director of Cyber Security Center of Excellence at ENMU-Ruidoso, joined the show this week to discuss his time with NASA including working in mission control during the Apollo 13 mishap.
Mondays with the Mayor: Tim Dodge, Ron Sena, John Ballin, Samantha Mendez, Karen Gutierrez, and Lawrence Chavez
September 13, 2021: Village Official Karen Gutierrez, Capitol Project Manager, and John Ballin of White Sands Construction join the show this week to discuss the status of ongoing Village construction projects including Village Hall, Wingfield House, and others. Samantha Mendez, Village of Ruidoso Community Development Director, was also in the studio to discuss short-term rentals and the processes involved in getting building permits. Police Chief Chavez was in to discuss the armed standoff along Spring Canyon Road in Cedar Creek over the weekend. Also discussed was the new Citizens Police Academy that started last week.
Let’s Talk Music: Tim MacCasland
September 11, 2021: Musician Tim MacCasland join host Tradd Tidwell in the studio this week to play live and share stories.
Weekend Preview: Uli Seibertz
September 9, 2021: Uli Seibertz of Ruidoso Parks and Recreation Department joins the show this week to discuss the upcoming Kite Festival, Flag Football, and Soccer events. Listeners learn about the C10 Truck show at Wingfield Park this weekend and the Ruidoso Adventure Tours Expo Car and Motorcycle show event on September 18, 2021. Also, discussed was the community yard sale on September 11, 2021 Capitan benefiting Capitan’s public library.
Coaches Corner: John Omera and Kief Johnson
September 9, 2021: Joining the Coaches Corner show this week are Head Football Coaches John Omera (Capitan Tigers) and Kief Johnson (Ruidoso Warriors) about last week's games and previewing this Friday's games. Capitan beat Estancia 34-26 and play Jal this Friday. Ruidoso beat Chaparral 39-0 and play Robertson this Friday.
Mountain Air: Bob Koenig
September 10, 2021: Bob Koenig, a former hiking instructor for ENMU Ruidoso, joined the show this week to discuss hiking local trails and hiking safety.
Let’s Talk Music: Jamie O'Hara
September 4, 2021: Musician Jamie O'Hara join host Tradd Tidwell in the studio this week to play live and share stories.
Hello From Ruidoso: Micah Jackson
September 3, 2021: Hello From Ruidoso talks with show guest Micah Jackson, PA-C, Veritas Medical, to discuss the different approaches to health care through diet and lifestyle changes. Also discussed were face masks and the COVID vaccine.
Mountain Air: Stephen Miller
August 31, 2021: Stephen Miller, Director of The Cyber Security Center of Excellence, joined the show this week to discuss his book “My Vietnam 1968-1969” about his time in Vietnam during the war.
Mondays with the Mayor: Tim Dodge, Ron Sena, and Lawrence Chavez
August 30, 2021: Village officials and Police Chief Lawrence Chavez join the show this week to discuss the upcoming Labor Day Weekend and events, the $750,000 Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM) grant to support flood recovery efforts, Wingfield House Conceptual Plan, and the continued need for affordable workforce housing. Infrastructure updates included the resurfacing of Gavilan Canyon, Paradise Canyon, and Warrior Drive with notification from the state highway commission of a joint agreement fund. Police Chief Lawrence Chavez was in with local youth, Benjamin Tanner, Mackenzie Tanner, and Annabelle Chavez, who raised over $1200 with a Lemonade fundraiser during the Fun Run for Fireman Lt Berryhill.
Let’s Talk Music: Jim Dixon
August 28, 2021: Musician Jim Dixons join host Tradd Tidwell in the studio this week to play live and share stories.
Hello From Ruidoso: Mary Maxon and Pearl Tippen
August 27, 2021: Hello From Ruidoso talks with show guest Mary Maxon of the Lincoln County Community Theater to discuss 2021 Playwright Series to be presented at Sacred Grounds Coffee and Tea House. Also joining the show this week is Pearl Tippen of Capitan Public Library with information about the village-wide yard sale on September 11 from 8 am to 2 pm in Capitan.
Weekend Preview: Everett Brophy
August 26, 2021: Everett Brophy of Dynamics Discs New Mexico joins the show this week to discuss the upcoming New Mexico Disc Golf Tournament at the Grindstone Lakes Disc Golf Courses. Listeners learn about Everett’s involvement with local disc golf courses, his love for the sport, and teaching disc golf to area youth.
Coaches Corner: John Omera and Kief Johnson
August 26, 2021: Joining the Coaches Corner show this week are Head Football Coaches John Omera (Capitan Tigers) and Kief Johnson (Ruidoso Warriors).
Mountain Air: Alex Ramirez-Polaco and Coda Omness
Aug 24, 2021: SHOW REPLAY - Nursing Instructor, Alex Ramirez-Polaco and Vice President of Student Learning & Success, Coda Omness discuss the new Nursing programs offered at ENMU-Ruidoso.