Mondays with the Mayor
December 20, 2021: Ruidoso Parks and Recreation Director Rodney Griego discussed winter activities at Wingfield Park including the new Ice Skating Rink and the Trail of Lights display. State Rep. Zach Cook called to say that the final redistricting of the state that was completed last week. Police Chief Chavez discussed the success of the first annual Shop With A COP Christmas event and the successful capture of a suspect in the Sierra Blanca Motors break-in. Also, area youth talked about what Christmas means to them.
Mondays with the Mayor
December 13, 2021: Topics of discussion this week included the success of the Parks & Recreation Christmas Drone Show put on last weekend, the Eye On Water mobile apps to monitor personal water consumption and how to create an account. Also discussed were the Tuesday, December 14 council meeting agenda and the creation of a Safety Officer position for the Village. State Representative Zach Cook called in from Santa Fe to discuss NM Redistricting and Ruidoso Police Chief Lawrence Chavez joined the show to discuss the increase of vehicle theft and burglaries over the holiday season and the steps people can take to prevent vehicle theft.
Let’s Talk Music: James & Ile Boren
December 11, 2021: Musicians James & Ile Boren join host Tradd Tidwell in the studio this week to play live and share stories.
Chamber Chat: Victor Montes
December 10, 2021: Victor Montes of Lincoln County Toys for Tots joins the show this week to discuss their program and when and where they will be sorting the donations to be delivered in addition to last weekend's Parade of Lights winners for Best Floats and Vehicles. Also discussed were upcoming village events including the community Coat Drive, the Flying J Ranch Christmas Program, and the upcoming Vines in the Pines event to be held on Feb. 19, 20, 2022 at the Ruidoso Convention Center.
Mondays with the Mayor
December 6, 2021: Parks and Recreation Director Rodney Griego joined the show this week to discuss Christmas events as well as the possibility of adding an ice skating rink to Wingfield Park for the winter season. Community Development Director Samantha Mendez was in the studio to discuss the Workforce Housing Mesa Apartment site plan to be presented during the December 7 workshop meeting. Police Chief Chavez also joined the show to introduce Officer Whitt who graduated from the Police Academy in Albuquerque. Also discussed were changes to the Festival of Lights traffic route.
Let’s Talk Music: Jhett Black
December 4, 2021: Musician Jhett Black joins host Tradd Tidwell in the studio this week to play live and share stories.
Mondays with the Mayor
November 29, 2021: Topics discussed this week were the upcoming Ruidoso Warriors football State Championship game, the Dec. 4 Festival of Lights Parade and After Party, the Dec. 2, Christmas in the Park, and the Dec. 4 - Jan. 14, Trail of Lights at Wingfield Park. Tim Roberts joined the show to talk about the history of gold mining in Lincoln County as well as future plans for exhibits at the Wingfield House. Police Chief Chavez was in to discuss recent police activity including assisting the Ruidoso Downs in a chase of a subject who struck an officer during a traffic stop.
Coaches Corner: John Omera and Kief Johnson
November 25, 2021: Head Football Coaches John Omera (Capitan Tigers) and Kief Johnson (Ruidoso Warriors) discuss the team's victory against Bloomfield 35(W)-22 last Saturday and the upcoming NM State Championship game vs Lovington this Saturday at 1 pm.
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.