Mountain Air: Ryan Trosper and Stephanie Rodriguez
October 6, 2022: Guests ENMU-Ruidoso President Ryan Trosper and NM Secretary of Higher Education Stephanie Rodriguez joined the show to discuss the increase in enrollment at ENMU-Ruidoso and the launch of a new Wind Energy Certificate Program in partnership with Mesa Lands Community College and San Juan College. Also discussed were the NM Higher Education Department scholarships and food security initiatives.
Mondays with the Mayor
October 3, 2022: Guests Todd Oberheu and Councilor Jackson join the show this week to discuss the upcoming Mill Levy on the ballot in November and its importance for the Lincoln County Medical Center, and the services and opportunities the hospital provides to the village and surrounding communities. David “TBone” Tetreault was in the studio to talk about the Toss No Mas Community Cleanup on Sunday, Oct 16 at 1 pm at Wingfield Park. Police Chief Lawrence Chavez was in giving his weekly police report including discussing the successful new AspenFest parade pre-stage location and also cautioned residents to be cautious of phone scams and auto/home burglaries during the holiday season.
Let’s Talk Music: Bobby Lee
October 1, 2022: Musician Bobby Lee joins host Tradd Tidwell in the studio this week to play live and share stories.
Chamber Chat
September 30, 2022: This week's topics included the AspenFest Parade and Festival at Wingfield Park along with associated road closures and concert information. Also discussed were upcoming events including the All American Cowboy Fest, Spencer Theater Fall/Winter 2022-23 season schedule, and the Car show at the Inn of the Mountain Gods.
Mondays with the Mayor
September 26, 2022: Mayor Crawford and Village Officials recapped highlights from the successful Downshift Brewing Company's Oktoberfest in Midtown last weekend. Also discussed was the October 1-2, 2022, AspenFest celebration with a 10:00 AM parade through Midtown, immediately followed by fun, food, music, and drinks at Wingfield Park. Police Chief Chavez reported on the investigation status of a Ruidoso woman’s abduction and the primitive human skull that was found on a Ruidoso construction site as well as details on the new training simulator and Citizens Police Academy.
Let’s Talk Music: Chris Miles
September 24, 2022: Musician Chris Miles joins host Tradd Tidwell in the studio this week to play live and share stories.
Weekend Preview
September 23, 2022: Host Romy Carr had special guest Marie Peralta of Ruidoso Parks and Recreation in-studio to discuss upcoming events including AspenFest, the Wingfield Market, and the 2nd Annual Indigenous Day. Also discussed was the retirement of longtime Ruidoso Parks and Recreation director Rodney Griego.
Chamber Chat
September 23, 2022: Guests Johnny, Helen, Terri, and Judy Barajas joined the show this week to discuss how the Village of Ruidoso has changed since the 1940s. Also announced that Helen was selected as the Grand Marshal of the 2022 Aspenfest Parade.
Mondays with the Mayor
September 19, 2022: Mayor Crawford and Village Officials recapped highlights from the inaugural Ride Ruidoso Week 2022 benefit event. Police Chief Chavez reported on the investigation status of a Ruidoso woman’s abduction and the primitive human skull that was found on a Ruidoso construction site. Construction updates were provided on several ongoing projects and Jamie and Case from Downshift Brewing joined the show to discuss their September 24, 2022, Midtown Oktoberfest event including bands, contests, and food/beer offerings.
Let’s Talk Music: Tyler Jones
September 17, 2022: Musician Tyler Jones joins host Tradd Tidwell in the studio this week to play live and share stories.
Chamber Chat
September 16, 2022: Guests Eddie Craine, Sonya Klippert, and TJ Romero. with Healing America's Heroes program in Fort Stanton join the show this week to discuss their Equine and Fly Fishing program to help Veterans, military, and first responders, suffering from PTSD and other injuries received during service.
Mondays with the Mayor
September 12, 2022: Mayor Crawford and Village Officials expressed 9/11 remembrances. Police Chief Chavez reported on the primitive human skull that was found on a Ruidoso construction site. The new Village Clerk Jini Turri joined the show along with Carson Stetheimer, a student member of the Ruidoso Gymnastics Association to promote their 2022 Online Auction fundraiser. Members of the Capitan Tigers Cheerleaders squad were also in the studio to announce their participation in the Macy’s Day Thanksgiving parade in New York City and to receive a donation from the Ruidoso Jockey Club to help fund their travel.
Chamber Chat
September 9, 2022: Guests Emily Hobbs, Mickey Backus, and Tim McCasland from the Flying J Ranch joined the show to discuss their September 11, 2022, Legends of Bluegrass concert and the White Mountain Christmas at the Ranch show season beginning on November 25, 2022.
Let’s Talk Music: Bill Evans
September 3, 2022: Musician Bill Evans joins host Tradd Tidwell in the studio this week to play live and share stories.
Weekend Preview
September 1, 2022: Host Romy Carr had special guest Eric with the band Eric Y Su Estilo Satevo in to discuss a concert events he is involved with at Cree Meadows Saturday night and Wingfield Park Sunday. Also discussed were youth sports and the seasonal closing of the WIBIT at Grindstone Lake.
Chamber Chat
September 2, 2022: Guest Kathleen McDonald with the Spencer Theater for Performing Arts joined the show to announce the Fall/Winter/Spring of 2022/23 performance schedule including The Nutcracker, Jungle Book, and CATS.
Mountain Air: Dr. Clara Farah and Rhonda Vincent
September 1, 2022: Guests Dr. Clara Farah and Rhonda Vincent with Eastern New Mexico University-Ruidoso, join the show this week to share information about the upcoming Your Best Life Part 1 a 12-week, interactive class community development course beginning September 14, 2022, and the AIM High Foundation annual fundraiser supporting higher education at ENMU-Ruidoso.
Mondays with the Mayor
August 29, 2022: Show topics this week included status updates on the Wingfield House Museum, the temporary cessation of the Sudderth Drive address changes, and upcoming events including the inaugural September 12 - 18, 2022 Ride Ruidoso Week. Police Chief Chavis was in with detective Seth Carruth to discuss an injured free-roaming horse and what the police can do to help. The Mayor also did the official swearing-in of new Detective Matt Christian.
Let’s Talk Music: Dave Shanks
August 27, 2022: Musician Dave Shanks joins host Tradd Tidwell in the studio this week to play live and share stories.
Chamber Chat
August 26, 2022: Upcoming events shared this week included the October 1 and 2, 2022 Ruidoso annual AspenFest and December 3, 2022, Festival of Lights Parade and After Party. Also discussed were the Sept. 12 - 18, 2022, Ride Ruidoso Week motorcycle benefit event and the Second Annual Indigenous Celebration on Saturday and Sunday, October 8,9, 2022, at Wingfield Park.