Shows

November 6, 2025: Hosts Matthew Baird and T-Bone welcome Jimmy Triplett, the new Sports Supervisor for Ruidoso Parks & Recreation. They discuss the setup of the Wingfield Park Ice Rink, the festive Christmas lighting being installed around the Village, and the upcoming Parks and Recreation fall and winter sports programs for the community.

November 3, 2025: In this episode, Mayor Lynn Crawford welcomes guests from across Village departments. Topics include the Village’s water conservation plan, the upcoming winter season and the snow removal plan, SBA office location updates, the successful Midtown Trick or Treat event, and the ice skating rink in Wingfield Park opening soon.

November 1, 2025: Host Sandra Ashcraft, Abel Guzman, and Cisco Diaz talk about the upcoming Santa Paws event in early December. They also talk about what dangers to look out for during the holiday times with your pets.

October 31, 2025: This week’s Chamber Chat features Ruidoso Valley Greeters, Lori & Liz, who were on to talk about the Christmas Jubilee that is being held November 14-16th at the convention center.

October 27, 2025: In this episode, Mayor Lynn Crawford and Village Manager Ron Sena welcome guests from across Village departments. Topics include the 603 Mechem Project, winter fireplace safety, upcoming Halloween events, the wrap of Hallmark’s Hope Ranch filming, and the swearing in of new police officer Jessica Hull.

October 25, 2025: This week on Ruidoso’s Finest, Tim Duckworth from the Ruidoso Midtown Association shares details about the Midtown Trick-or-Treat event, happening Wednesday, October 29, from 3:00–6:30 PM in Midtown. Enjoy family fun with candy, costume contests, pumpkin carving, coffin races, and more——presented by Ruidoso Midtown Association, Ruidoso Parks & Rec, and the Ruidoso Valley Chamber of Commerce.

October 24, 2025: This week’s Chamber Chat features Ty Bonnell from All Season Adaptive Sports and Javier Trost from Fort Stanton Historic Site. Ty shares details about their all-terrain wheelchair demos happening Friday at Wingfield Park and Saturday at Grindstone Lake. Javier joins to highlight Fort Stanton’s Trick-or-Treat Trail event this Saturday from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

October 23, 2025: Host Matthew Baird welcomes Pastors Todd Sullins and Tim Ebert to preview the Halloween night Trunk-or-Treat at the Convention Center. He also talks with Ruidoso Midtown Association Director Tim Duckworth about the Midtown Trick-or-Treat happening on Wednesday, October 29, at 3 p.m.

October 20, 2025: In this episode, the State Director of Homeland Security & Emergency Management shares updates on fire and flood recovery and the impact of the federal shutdown. Parks & Recreation leaders recap Toss No Mas, the Midtown Association director previews Midtown Halloween Trick or Treat, the Events director reports from Italy on XTERRA World Championships, and the Police Chief discusses recent crime activity.

October 17, 2025: This week’s Chamber Chat welcomes Michelle Gill from THRIVE in Southern New Mexico to share details about the Corks & Shells Wine and Pistachio Festival happening this Saturday in Alamogordo.

October 11, 2025: This week, hosts Logan and Kevin recap the highlights from last weekend’s AspenFest 2025 celebration and look ahead to a busy fall in Ruidoso, featuring upcoming events like R2Doso Comic Con and the Midtown Trick-or-Treat and Pumpkin Roll event—two great reasons to get out and enjoy the season.

October 10, 2025: This week’s Chamber Chat welcomes Shannon Dictson from the Lincoln County Community Health Council to share details about the 13th Annual Health Fair at Inn of the Mountain Gods on October 18. Lauren Swangstu joins to highlight the PIECE Coalition of Lincoln County’s children’s clothing swap at Wingfield Park, along with Tim and Steve from Lost Hiker Brewing Company.

October 9, 2025: Hosts TBone and Chris Camacho share updates on Ruidoso Parks and Recreation fall sports programs and preview the upcoming Toss No Mas Cleanup happening Sunday, October 19.

October 6, 2025: In this episode, Mayor Crawford and Village Manager Ron Sena welcomed guests from Public Works, Fire, Parks & Recreation, Police, and the Wingfield Heritage House Museum (WHHM). Topics included road repairs, ISO rating updates, flood recovery, AspenFest highlights, police recruitment, and the upcoming October 16 WHHM Anniversary Celebration event.

October 4, 2025: Host Abel Guzman and Shannon Lefebvre welcome guest Cisco Diaz from the Humane Society and Resale Shop of Lincoln County to talk about the Humane Society’s entry in the AspenFest Parade. Volunteer Anne Shaw also joins to share her experiences supporting the Humane Society of Lincoln County, as well as her past volunteer work in Austin, Texas.

October 3, 2025: Dive into Ruidoso's captivating history and culture and explore the fascinating tale behind the Tularosa Ditch War.

October 3, 2025: This week’s Chamber Chat highlights AspenFest (Saturday, October 4th), featuring details about the parade, festival, and weekend activities. The episode also highlights other village events happening around Ruidoso throughout October, giving listeners plenty of reasons to get out and enjoy the season.

September 29, 2025: In this episode, Village leaders and community guests share timely updates: Eric Queller recaps the monsoon season and winter forecast; Fire Chief Cade Hall and Asst. Chief Austin Meuli discusses fire response and ISO ratings; Adam Sanchez details road and water projects; Parks & Rec highlights hydrant painting and disc golf planning; Logan Fleharty previews Comic Con; and Police Chief Steve Minner reports on recent activity and AspenFest traffic.

September 27, 2025: This week, Bill Morrison from Friends of the Wingfield Heritage House joins us in the studio to highlight the Museum’s first anniversary. He shares details about the upcoming Open House and Business After Hours event on October 16, celebrating history, community, and a year of preserving Ruidoso’s heritage.

September 26, 2025: Dive into Ruidoso's captivating history and culture and explore the fascinating tale behind Ruidoso golf history.

September 25, 2025: Hosts Matthew Baird and TBone welcome Mary Maxson from the Lincoln County Community Theatre to preview their upcoming performances of Love Letters at Downshift Riverside, October 2 and 5.

September 22, 2025: In this episode, Village leaders and guests share updates on key projects and community news. Topics include fire station upgrades, flood and housing project impacts, water safety and monitoring, completion of the Village fiber project, a Hallmark movie filming locally, and the introduction of Ruidoso’s newest police officer.

September 19, 2025: On this week’s Chamber Chat, guest Ellen Israel with the Small Business Association (SBA) joined the first segment to share loan options available for Ruidoso residents and business owners impacted by the recent flooding. In the second segment, Logan Fleharty previewed the upcoming R2Doso Comic Con, set to take place October 18 - 19.

September 15, 2025: In this episode, Mayor Crawford and Village Manager Ron Sena welcome updates from Public Works on culvert and road projects, the Fire Department on siren readiness and promotions, housing and flood repairs, SBA disaster loan deadlines, Parks & Rec projects, local film news, and the Police Department’s new hires and social media response.

September 13, 2025: This week, Eddie Gutierrez and Bobbie Wren from Downshift Brewing Company join us in the studio to share what’s on tap for their Oktoberfest celebration on September 27. From festive brews to community fun, they give us a taste of what to expect at this annual fall favorite.

September 12, 2025: Dive into Ruidoso's captivating history and culture and explore the fascinating tale behind John Chisum, a prominent New Mexico cattle baron.

September 12, 2025: On this week’s Chamber Chat, guest Lisa Maue with Carrizozo Works joined the show to preview the upcoming Carrizozo Community Festival on Saturday, September 27.

September 8, 2025: In this episode, Village leaders share seasonal and project updates. Eric Queller cautions residents about late monsoon flooding, Chief Cade Hall outlines new rescue vehicles and winter safety tips, Adam Sanchez reports on Upper Canyon work and McDaniel Bridge progress, while other directors cover council agendas, clean and lien efforts, museum programs, and police activity.

September 6, 2025: Host Abel Guzman and Shannon Lefebvre welcome guest Sandra Ashcraft to preview the Pawsitive Pawtastic EXPO coming to ENMU-Ruidoso on September 20. They also shared the latest updates from the shelter in August.

September 5, 2025: Dive into Ruidoso's captivating history and culture and explore the fascinating tale behind the Battle of Round Mountain