The Ruidoso Public Library presents the Homegrown Boyz live in concert at the outdoor stage on Saturday, September 28, 2019. Bring the whole family to this FREE community event!
Read MoreWaterline Repairs To Impact Water Service on September 11, 2019 in Hull Road and Gavilan Canyon Area
On September 11, 2019, the Village of Ruidoso water production department will be working on a pressure reducing valve in the Hull Road and Gavilan Canyon Area beginning at 9:00 a.m.. The listed areas will experience low pressure and/or total water interruption.
Read MoreVillage of Ruidoso Begins Additional Sewer Surveys
Beginning September 12, 2019, the Village of Ruidoso will be undertaking additional topographic and boundary surveys for the Mitigation Phase of the ongoing FEMA sewer line rehabilitation project. The Village has contracted with both Precision Surveys and Terra Land Surveys for these services. Survey crews will be in vehicles that will be clearly marked as Precision Surveys or Terra Land Surveys, and individuals will have safety vests during their working operations to assist property owners in identifying them.
Read MoreRuidoso’s First Annual Housing Fair, September 7, 2019.
Go from Renter to Homeowner in 2019. Discover the information and resources to help start you on the journey to homeownership at Ruidoso’s First Annual Housing Fair September 7, 2019, at the Ruidoso Convention Center.
Read MoreVOR Lifts Wastewater Advisory
The Village of Ruidoso has officially lifted the wastewater release advisory for the Rio Ruidoso. The advisory was lifted after samples taken for five consecutive days tested well below allowable levels for the Rio Ruidoso.
Read MoreSmokey Bear Ranger District To Continue Prescribed Burns
Smokey Bear Ranger District on the Lincoln National Forest hopes to take advantage of recent monsoonal rains and greening patterns to burn piles using prescribed fire in the Gavilan area beginning the first week in September and throughout the fall, as conditions allow.
Read MoreFREE Legal Fair at ENMU-Ruidoso
Don’t miss this chance to speak with an attorney free of charge! On Saturday, September 7, 2019, the 12th Judicial District Pro Bono Committee will hold a FREE Ruidoso legal fair from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at ENMU- Ruidoso. Consultations are FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED. No Pre-Registration is required.
Read MoreRuidoso Ranked Among New Mexico's Best Places to Retire
A recent study released by SmartAsset, a financial technology company, ranked Ruidoso among New Mexico’s best places for recreational and social opportunities in retirement.
Read MoreLane Closures On Sudderth and Mechem Drives For Sewer Line Maintenance
The Village of Ruidoso has scheduled sewer line maintenance street works on Sudderth and Mechem Drives beginning Monday, August 26, 2019, through Thursday, August 29, 2019. The work will be conducted between the hours of 6:00 PM and 12:00 AM beginning at Alpine Village Road on Mechem to Sudderth Drive right before Lincoln County Medical Center (weather permitting). During these times, drivers may encounter a single lane closure where work is being performed.
Read MoreVOR Issues Wastewater Advisory
The Village of Ruidoso has issued a wastewater release advisory for the Rio Ruidoso area, downstream of the Country Club Road crossing in Lincoln County. The advisory was issued after approximately 500 gallons of raw sewage overflowed into the Rio Ruidoso on August 22, 2019, at 12:59 PM.
Read MoreDiscover The Fun and Challenge of Duplicate Bridge
Challenge yourself while making new friends playing duplicate and party bridge at the Ruidoso Community Center from from 1:00 - 5:00 pm. Duplicate bridge is played every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday and party bridge played every Wednesday and Friday.
Read MoreNow Open: Grindstone Lake Campground
The Village of Ruidoso Parks and Recreation Department is excited to announce the opening of a new campground at Grindstone Lake. As part of continuing efforts to improve Ruidoso recreation areas, the campground offers 22 tent campsites and 6 sites for RVs with basic restrooms and running water, flushing toilets, sink, and shower. No reservations, campfires, or utilities. To learn more about campground fees and regulations, please visit RuidosoParksandRec.com
Read MoreState Transportation Commission Meeting in Ruidoso with Opportunity for Public Comment
The New Mexico Department of Transportation will hold a public Commission Meeting in Ruidoso on Thursday, August 15, 2019 at 8:30 a.m. in the Village Council Chambers at 313 Cree Meadows Drive. Community members are invited to attend and time will be allotted for public comment.
Read MoreSmokey Bear Birthday Bash at Wingfield Park
Lincoln National Forest and the Village of Ruidoso Parks and Recreation department will be sponsoring a community birthday party for Smokey Bear's 75th Birthday. Join us between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. at Wingfield Park on August 10, 2019, to help celebrate Smokey's birthday!
Read MorePublic Service Announcement- Road Work and Delays
The Street Department will be doing road repair on the following roads during the Week of July 15 through July 18, 2019.
The Roads will not be done in any particular order:
Hull Road between White Mountain Drive & Old Lincoln
Sierra Blanca Drive, Mechem to Convention Center Parking Lot
Country Club Drive between East Porr Drive & Course View
Watch for street crews working, approach with caution.
Seek alternative routes.
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Wibit Water Park Opens at Grindstone Lake
The Village of Ruidoso and the Parks and Recreation Department added a Wibit Water Park at Grindstone Lake! The floating, inflatable platform made up of giant slides, towers, trampolines, ramps, wiggle bridges and other play features, is perfect for family fun, birthday parties and special events.
Read MoreLincoln National Forest to Host Open Houses on Forest Plan Revision
We’re on the way to a forest plan revision for Lincoln National Forest. Please join us in this process. Community meetings will be held July 16-19, 2019, in Ruidoso, Carlsbad, Cloudcroft, and Alamogordo to provide opportunities for input on the recently released Forest Plan Revision Need for Change and Preliminary Draft Forest Plan.
Read MorePrescribed Burns Planned on the Smokey Bear Ranger District
The Smokey Bear Ranger District on the Lincoln National Forest hopes to take advantage of unusual green conditions and the forecasted precipitation to burn piles using prescribed fire. Ignitions will begin as early as Monday, June 3, 2019.
Summer Reading Program: A Universe of Stories
The Ruidoso Public Library joins the national Collaborative Summer Reading Program and libraries across the country to celebrate “A Universe of Stories" with awesome programs and prizes to help inspire children of all ages to dream big, believe in themselves, and create their own story. RPL Opening Ceremony June 3, 2019.
Read MoreStay Active With Free Senior Fitness Classes
Senior fitness improves balance, reduces pain, and increases energy levels for a better quality of life. Join us every Monday-Wednesday-Friday from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM or Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9:00 to 11:00 AM at the Ruidoso Community Center. It’s free!
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