The Village of Ruidoso invites all residents to participate in an important community discussion on Monday, January 22, 2024. The Parks & Recreation Commission will host a meeting at 5:00 PM in the Council Chambers at Village Hall. Engineers will present crucial information regarding a traffic study and the potential closure of one block of Center Street adjacent to Wingfield Park.

UPDATE: JANUARY 8, 2024: Thank you to those who provided comments in the summer and fall of 2023. Based on your input, The Planning Team incorporated feedback, collaborated with the New Mexico Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, and finalized the document with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Adoption of the plan is scheduled for discussion by the six governing bodies in January 2024. Once FEMA issues a final approval letter, the Hazard Mitigation Plan will be accessible for reference, allowing community members to monitor its implementation progress. If you have questions or comments, please reach out to Eric Queller. Village of Ruidoso Emergency Manager. at EricQueller@ruidoso-nm.gov or 575-973-8963. 

Due to a Winter Weather Advisory predicting dangerous conditions, the Village of Ruidoso has activated the Ruidoso Community Center as an overnight Warming Center equipped with essentials like cots and blankets from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM on January 7, 8, and 9, 2024, to ensure community safety during the severe weather period. Pet assistance is also available to transfer animals to the Humane Society of Lincoln County. The initiative also urges residents to check on elderly neighbors, insulate against freezing temperatures, and bring pets indoors. The Village of Ruidoso emphasizes the importance of community solidarity during this Winter Weather Event. Stay safe, stay warm, and stay connected.

Now, more than ever, local news matters. Vol. 29: JANUARY 2024: This issue of the Village of Ruidoso Insider newsletter covers municipal news and events, bringing information about the people, businesses, schools, nonprofits, and local government decisions and projects important to the Ruidoso community.

Gathering around a crackling fireplace with loved ones is a quintessential way to embrace the festive winter spirit. However, it's crucial to prioritize safety when dealing with fire. Take note of these helpful tips to ensure a cozy and secure environment for your winter gatherings.

The USDA Forest Service Southwestern Regional office, in conjunction with Lincoln National Forest, has announced the Enchantment Pass, a new recreation pass specifically for day-use sites on the national forests of New Mexico.

In a significant development for the Ruidoso community, the Ruidoso Midtown Association has been granted $265,000 in funding for a crucial pedestrian and parking lot improvement project. This financial boost comes as part of the New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) and New Mexico MainStreet (NMMS) initiative, which recently allocated $10 million in Capital Outlay Funding for public infrastructure projects in MainStreet districts across the state.

The Ruidoso Police Department (RPD) seeks the public's assistance in solving an unusually high number of burglaries within the Village. Anyone with information about the burglaries is asked to contact the Ruidoso Police Department at 575-258-7365. Your information will remain anonymous, and a reward of up to $1,000 is available for information leading to an arrest of suspects.

Illuminate Ruidoso with Your Holiday Magic! Register your home today for the Christmas Lights Tour, and let's make this season the brightest one yet. Your festive display could be the talk of the town—don't miss the chance to spread joy and win prizes! Shine on, Ruidoso!

Now, more than ever, local news matters. Vol. 28: DECEMBER 2023: This issue of the Village of Ruidoso Insider newsletter covers municipal news and events, bringing information about the people, businesses, schools, nonprofits, and local government decisions and projects important to the Ruidoso community.

Join in the touching flag-raising ceremony honoring our veterans at the Ruidoso Community Center on Saturday, November 11, 2023, starting at 10:30 am., followed by lunch. Let's come together to express gratitude and share in the spirit of community. For more information, call 575-257-4565.

Now, more than ever, local news matters. Vol. 27: NOVEMBER 2023: This issue of the Village of Ruidoso Insider newsletter covers municipal news and events, bringing information about the people, businesses, schools, nonprofits, and local government decisions and projects important to the Ruidoso community.

Bring your old computers, electronics, and e-waste to Greentree Solid Waste Authority’s facility at 26590 East US Highway 70, Ruidoso Downs, NM, on Saturday, November 4, 2023, from 9:00 AM to Noon, to responsibly recycle electronic waste. Free to GSWA members with approved items. Please bring a copy of your trash bill. No large kitchen appliances of any kind or size are eligible.

The Regular Local Election will be held on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. Here’s everything you need to know.

The Village of Ruidoso will host a public input meeting on Monday, October 23, 2023, at 5:30 PM to seek public input for the Village of Ruidoso Metropolitan Redevelopment Area (MRA) Plan. The meeting will be held at the Ruidoso Community Center, 501 Sudderth Drive, Ruidoso, NM. Residents are encouraged to participate.

Ruidoso Office of Emergency Management, in coordination with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) & the Federal Communication Commission (FCC), will take part in the nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) and the Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) system at approximately 12:20 PM MDT on Wednesday, October 4, 2023.

Now, more than ever, local news matters. Vol. 26: OCTOBER 2023: This issue of the Village of Ruidoso Insider newsletter covers municipal news and events, bringing information about the people, businesses, schools, nonprofits, and local government decisions and projects important to the Ruidoso community.

The Toss No Mas Community Clean-Up will be held Sunday, October 15, 2023, at Wingfield Park from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Registrations begin at 12:30 p.m. Trash bags, gloves, snacks, and drinks will be provided. To learn more about youth fundraising opportunities, please call the Ruidoso Parks & Recreation Office at (575) 257-5030.

Prescribed burns are set to commence on September 18, 2023, in the Smokey Bear Ranger District of the Lincoln National Forest as part of ongoing forest management and wildfire prevention efforts. Crews will focus initially on the eastern section near Grindstone Lake, particularly around Sawmill and Carrizo Canyons. Smoke will be noticeable in Ruidoso, the Mescalero Reservation, and surrounding recreational areas due to these operations.

A prescribed burn on the Smokey Bear Ranger District in the Lincoln National Forest will tentatively begin on September 14, 2023. Work will occur on the Jack’s Peak East unit, a 250-acre area east of Ancho. Operations will cease or be canceled on short notice if it is determined that conditions are not optimal.