Shows

December 20, 2025: This week, hosts Logan and Kevin chat about all things Christmas and the new year.

December 19, 2025: Dive into Ruidoso's captivating history and culture and explore the fascinating tale behind Christmas in 1946.

December 19, 2025: This week on Chamber Chat, guests Felicia Uribe from Once Upon a Time Photography joins the first half of the show to preview next year’s Pooch Photo Contest, kicking off in February. In the second half, and Robin DeMott with ENMU-Ruidoso shares a look ahead at the programs and opportunities coming to campus in 2026.

December 18, 2025: This week on Weekend Preview, Matthew and Melissa welcome listeners to a special holiday episode focused on Christmas in the Village, sharing highlights from seasonal events, community traditions, and ways to enjoy the festive spirit around Ruidoso.

December 15, 2025: This week on Mondays with the Mayor, officials share updates on housing development, water system operations, and seasonal fire safety reminders. The discussion also highlights new Village investments, airport upgrades, a proposed high-altitude training center, national media interest in disaster recovery, a major scholarship grant, festive holiday events, and a community program supporting local children.

December 8, 2025: This week on Mondays with the Mayor, officials share updates on the High Loop water project, Flume Canyon repairs, and holiday fire safety. Xterra’s site visit, the Wingfield Park tree lighting, and TBone’s retirement are highlighted, along with notices about Forest Service pile burns and condo break-ins on Eagle Drive.

December 6, 2025: This week on Ruidoso’s Finest, Logan and Kevin — K-Dog — welcome the original K-Dog. Karren, into the studio for a festive roundup of all things Christmas around the Village. From local traditions to upcoming holiday happenings, it’s a cheerful start to the season.

December 6, 2025: Today on Tails of Lincoln County, guest Chris Shows stops by with the latest updates from the shelter, from recent intakes to upcoming adoption events. Travis Lenssen of Franklin Veterinary Clinic also joins the conversation to highlight the health and behavioral benefits of spaying and neutering, and why it matters for pets across our community.

December 5, 2025: This week on Chamber Chat, Lesly Avitia from WESST.org stops in to share how WESST empowers New Mexico’s small businesses — from hands-on guidance to entrepreneurial training. She also gives a sneak peek at next Thursday’s workshop at Lost Hiker Brewing Company (Dec. 11), inviting listeners to connect, learn, and grow alongside fellow local entrepreneurs.

December 4, 2025: This week on Weekend Preview, Matthew and TBone are joined by Jimmy and Alex from Parks and Rec to preview tonight’s Christmas in the Park tree lighting at Wingfield Park and the upcoming Festival of Lights Parade on Saturday evening. They also share updates on youth basketball and essential registration deadlines.

December 1, 2025: This week’s show features updates on holiday water-line repairs, new firefighter recruits, and emergency management changes. Parks & Rec highlights upcoming Christmas events, while local businesses share seasonal promos. Plus, details on the XTERRA visit and road closures for Saturday’s Festival of Lights Parade.

November 28, 2025: This week on Chamber Chat, Tabs and Shadow from Oso Productions drop by with a lively preview of their upcoming show, A 1940’s Radio Christmas Carol. Hosts Deborah and Andrea also spotlight next month’s holiday happenings — from festive concerts to the much-loved Festival of Lights Parade (Dec. 6) — to help you plan a bright and merry holiday season.

November 24, 2025: This week’s episode covers community input on Ruidoso’s comprehensive plan, updates on the Jack Little Dr. water leak and street repairs, new fire department promotions, holiday Toys for Tots events, the Sundance debut of Dead Letters, progress on village holiday lighting and the Wingfield ice rink, and the introduction of Ruidoso’s new deputy police chief.

November 22, 2025: This week on Ruidoso’s Finest, Emily and Mickey from the Flying J Ranch join the show to preview this year’s White Mountain Christmas performances. They share what audiences can expect from the winter run—spanning late November through the end of December—and reflect on the traditions, music, and storytelling that make the show a cherished holiday experience for families.

November 20, 2025: This week, Matthew Baird, T-Bone, and Jimmy Triplett recap the close of the volleyball season and look ahead to the start of youth basketball. They also highlight the Thanksgiving and Christmas activities planned through Parks & Recreation, offering a glimpse at the festive weeks to come.

November 17, 2025: This week’s episode features Village and county leaders with updates on winter weather prep, public works projects, STR program meetings, holiday events, Parks & Rec improvements, new filming prospects, SBA services, and police news. Guests highlight community safety, upcoming celebrations, and ongoing initiatives across Ruidoso.

November 14, 2025: This week’s Chamber Chat welcomes Dana Wade from Topline Therapy and Keri French with the Region 9 Education Cooperative. Dana introduces Stretched–Stacked–Strong, Topline’s new group exercise class designed to build strength and mobility for all fitness levels. Keri highlights the free, in-home support offered through the Family Support Visiting Program, which provides families with young children guidance, resources, and encouragement during the early years.

This week’s episode features updates from Village officials and community partners on infrastructure, fire response, roadwork, parks projects, and public safety. Highlights include a new dog walk event with the Turkey Trot, Veterans Day plans, SBA flood recovery support, and ongoing efforts to address speeding and recent burglaries in Ruidoso.

November 8, 2025: This week on Ruidoso’s Finest, guest Amanda Luevano joins the show to share how Toys for Tots is spreading holiday cheer across Lincoln County. Amanda discusses upcoming events, including the Fill the Bus toy drive at Walmart on Sunday, November 23, and how the community can contribute to making this Christmas brighter for local children in need.

November 7, 2025: This week’s Chamber Chat features guests Jamie Estes from the Lincoln County Food Bank, Jeanne from Santa’s Helpers, and Officer Hernandez with the Ruidoso Police Department. Jamie shares how the Food Bank supports the community during the holidays and throughout the year, while Jeanne and Officer Hernandez preview the upcoming 5th Annual Festival of Trees auction (Nov. 20) and the Cops for Kids event (Dec. 13).

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.