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 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 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.

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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 5, 2025: On this week’s Chamber Chat, Deborah and Andrea share a roundup of upcoming September events and highlight what’s in store for Aspenfest—one of Ruidoso’s favorite fall celebrations.

August 29, 2025: On this week’s Chamber Chat, guest Rochelle Lentschke, director of the ENMU-Ruidoso Foundation, shares details on the new semester’s offerings at ENMU-Ruidoso and highlights upcoming Foundation events.

August 25, 2025: In this episode, Village leaders share important updates with the community. Adam Sanchez details flood recovery work and utility repairs, Michael Martinez recaps the Homeland Security visit and debris removal programs, Chief Cade Hall announces new rescue equipment, and other directors highlight job opportunities, events, recreation updates, and recent police activity.