CHAMBER CHAT

September 11, 2026: This week on Chamber Chat, Olivia welcomes Leroy and Gillian from the Community Foundation of Lincoln County to discuss the organization’s grant application process, including the October 1 application deadline. Olivia also highlights September events and activities happening around Ruidoso and the surrounding area.

September 4, 2026: This week on Chamber Chat, Olivia welcomes Aubry Lott of Lotta Love Farms to talk about the animal rescue in Capitan and its work in the community. Olivia also highlights Labor Day Weekend activities happening around Ruidoso and the surrounding area.

August 21, 2026: This week on Chamber Chat, Veronica Mapp of the Live More Collective talks about the upcoming XTERRA World Championship October 8 -11, 2026, in Ruidoso and opportunities for community members to get involved as volunteers.

August 14, 2026: This week on Chamber Chat, Ty Bonnell and Preston White from All Seasons Adaptive Sports discuss their upcoming Green Chile Fundraiser, the organization’s growing impact in the community, and new adaptive recreation equipment—including an adaptive mountain bike that expands outdoor opportunities for athletes of all abilities. They also highlight upcoming events in August and September.

August 7, 2026: Olivia welcomes ENMU–Ruidoso guests Sydnee Mowery, Cheyenne Dowdell, and Cheyenne Marrufo to discuss this weekend’s Back to School Bash, student resources, enrollment opportunities, and what prospective and returning students can expect during the upcoming semester.

July 31, 2026: Deb Wight joined Chamber Chat to preview the upcoming Alto Art Tour, taking place August 7–9. The conversation highlighted the self-guided studio tour, opportunities to meet local artists, and what visitors can expect during one of the area’s signature annual arts events. The program also included updates on other activities and events happening around Ruidoso for the weekend.