Mondays with the Mayor
November 22, 2021: Guest host and Parks and Recreation Supervisor Rodney Griego was in the studio to discuss the near completion of the new Cree Meadows Trail, future plans and projects including conceptual plans for Wingfield Park and the White Mountain Sports Complex. Village Project Manager Zeke Greer provided infrastructure updates on village bridges, the new Lift Station in the Upper Canyon, and easing traffic flow for the holidays. Dick Cooke, Director of Forestry, provided information about a Moon Mountain Fuel Management Study, and State Representative Zach Cook discussed the December and January state legislative sessions.
Chamber Chat: James Hobbs
November 19, 2021: James Hobbs of the Flying J Ranch joins the show this week to discuss their upcoming White Mountain Christmas holiday show season. Also discussed is a PBS TV special with KENM, Flying J Wranglers: Flying J Ranch 40 Years of Magic, scheduled for broadcast on Saturday, Nov 27, 2021, at 8:30 pm.
Coaches Corner: John Omera and Kief Johnson
November 18, 2021: Head Football Coaches John Omera (Capitan Tigers) and Kief Johnson (Ruidoso Warriors) discuss the team's victory against St. Pius 33(W)-8 last Saturday and the upcoming semifinal playoff game vs Bloomfield this Saturday at 3 pm.
Weekend Preview
November 18, 2021: Elda Herrera of Sabor Dessert Shop and Tracey Hernandez with A Christmas Affair join the show this week to the holiday event to be held at the Ruidoso Convention Center December 3 - 5, 2021. A Christmas Affair will have vendors with items for the Christmas season. Also discussed was the upcoming Turkey Trot, 5k run/walk on Saturday, Nov 27 as well as other upcoming events.
Mondays with the Mayor
November 15, 2021: Topics discussed this week include the current COVID-19 capacity at Lincoln County Medical Center, the recent rate cut on water utility bills, upcoming activities at the Ruidoso Community Center, and the RSVP program. Also discussed were new Village of Ruidoso employment opportunities. Former Doña Ana County Commissioner Isabella Solis also joined the show this week to discuss her announcement to run for the Republican nomination for Lieutenant Governor.
Chamber Chat: Andrea Fernandez
November 12, 2021: Andrea Fernandez of the Lincoln County Community Health Council joins the show this week to discuss the deadline for area businesses and service providers to be listed in the upcoming Health and Wellness guide. Also discussed are events at the Ruidoso Community Center including their $2 breakfast and dance classes.
Weekend Preview
November 11, 2021: Learn about upcoming youth sports in the area as well as the upcoming Cops for Kids Turkey Shoot-Out Benefit Basketball Tournament. Also discussed was the upcoming 7th annual Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk and events scheduled for the Christmas season.
Coaches Corner: John Omera and Kief Johnson
November 11, 2021: Head Football Coaches John Omera (Capitan Tigers) and Kief Johnson (Ruidoso Warriors) discuss last week's playoff games. The Capitan Tigers lost to Texico, 55-35(L), and the Ruidoso Warriors beat Aztec, 35(W)-7. Also previewed this weekend's second-round playoff game of Ruidoso vs St Pius, Saturday, in Albuquerque.
Mondays with the Mayor
November 8, 2021: Topics discussed this week include the positive community response to the Ruidoso Insider newsletter, the Municipal League Board Meeting in Santa Fe, ongoing supply chain challenges and resulting effects. Also discussed were plans for an even bigger light display at Wingfield Park this year and approval for conditional use for the creation of Workforce Housing at the 1100 Mechem property. Introduced on the show is the new Convention Center/Radio Station/Wingfield House Manager, Tim Roberts, and Police Chief Chavez was in the studio to provide police activity updates and information about the next Citizen’s Police Academy.
Let’s Talk Music: Tim Roberts
November 6, 2021: Musician Tim Roberts joins host Tradd Tidwell in the studio this week to play live and share stories.
Chamber Chat: Jazmine Estrada
November 5, 2021: Jazmine Estrada, Board President of the Humane Society of Lincoln County, joins the show this week to discuss the new Shelter and Thrift Shop, a new Challenge Grant from the Hubbard Foundation, and upcoming events hosted by the Humane Society.
Coaches Corner: John Omera and Kief Johnson
November 4, 2021: Head Football Coaches John Omera (Capitan Tigers) and Kief Johnson (Ruidoso Warriors) discuss last week's playoff game in Texico with Capitan Tigers Head Coach Omera and had highlights and interviews of last week's victory of the Ruidoso Warriors over Silver City, 22(W)-12, and a preview of this week's playoff game at home vs Aztec.
Mondays with the Mayor
November 1, 2021: Topics discussed this week include the workshop meeting and agenda items including Gavilon, Warrior Drive, and Paradise Canyon Pavement Rehabilitation Project, a COVID-19 update from Lincoln County Medical Center, the director of tourism position, and a plan to hire and retain firefighters. Infrastructure status updates included the White Mountain Conceptual Plan and the possibility of fencing the soccer fields as protection against damage by the wild horses. Police Chief Chavez joined the show to discuss departmental challenges during the Halloween weekend.
Chamber Chat
October 29, 2021: Chamber Chat hosts Deborah Douds and Shawon Darden discuss the benefits of membership with the Ruidoso Valley Chamber of Commerce and Halloween events scheduled in and around the village over the weekend.
Coaches Corner: John Omera and Kief Johnson
October 28, 2021: Head Football Coaches John Omera (Capitan Tigers) and Kief Johnson (Ruidoso Warriors) discuss last week's games with Capitan Tigers victory over Lordsburg 41(W)-0 and Ruidoso Warriors’ loss to Lovington 46-14(L). Previewed Ruidoso Warriors’ final district game in Silver City and Capitan about playoff preparations.
Mondays with the Mayor
October 25, 2021: Topics discussed this week include end-of-quarter financials, ratification of a grant application for Lincoln County Hazard Mitigation Plan, and a change order for rock excavation for the Town and Country project. Infrastructure status updates included the near completion of Village Hall renovations, the Wingfield House project, and the Horton Complex. In the studio this week were Anthony Montes and Andrea Ward of the Ruidoso Community Center discussing center activities and events. School Board Candidates, Dave Tomlin and Vicki Porter were in for introductions and Q&A in advance of the 2021 Local Elections. Police Chief Chavez introduced the department’s newest detective, Jonathan Brashear, and advise on Halloween community safety.
Let’s Talk Music: Frank Potter
October 22, 2021: Musician Frank Potter joins host Tradd Tidwell in the studio this week to play live and share stories.
Chamber Chat: Kathleen McDonald
October 22, 2021: Chamber Chat talks with show guest Kathleen McDonald, Publicist at the Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts to discuss the fall-winter-spring 2021/22 program. The second half of the show was a rundown of upcoming Ruidoso events and activities.
Weekend Preview
October 21, 2021: Learn about upcoming Halloween events including the Midtown Trick or Treat and Pumpkin Roll on Wednesday, October 27, and Nightmare at the Park at Wingfield Park on Friday, October 30. Also discussed was the Youth Basketball program.
Mountain Air: Stephen Miller
October 19, 2021: Stephen Miller, Director of ENMU-Ruidoso Cybersecurity Center of Excellence, joined the show this week to discuss the certificate and apprentice programs and how to be Cyber Smart as part of Cybersecurity Awareness Month.