XTERRA Recap, Winter Preparedness & Community News for November
The November 2026 edition of the Village of Ruidoso Insider reflects on a historic month in Ruidoso, with Mayor Lynn Crawford celebrating the successful XTERRA 30th Anniversary World Championship, which brought athletes and families from 41 countries to Ruidoso, and thanking residents, local businesses, Village staff, and XTERRA for helping welcome athletes and visitors from around the world. Mayor Crawford also looks ahead to the holiday season, highlights new Contour Airlines service between Sierra Blanca Regional Airport and Denver, and remembers longtime Village Finance Director Judi Starkovich.
This issue also shares important seasonal information from the Ruidoso Fire Department and Public Works Department, including winter fireplace and heating safety and the Village’s Snow and Ice Response Plan.
Additional updates include October Village Council actions, the Rio Ruidoso Watershed Based Plan moving to EPA review, the Paradise Canyon Invasive Plant and Hazard Tree Removal Project, and upcoming sewer and drainage improvements near the intersection of Mechem Drive and Sudderth Drive.
The issue also includes news from the Wingfield Heritage House Museum, Ruidoso Midtown Association, Ruidoso Municipal Schools, Eastern New Mexico University-Ruidoso, and the Ruidoso Valley Chamber of Commerce, plus November and December community events, including the Ruidoso Christmas Jubilee, Transportation Family Day, the Ruidoso Turkey Trot, Festival of Lights Parade, holiday programs, live entertainment, outdoor recreation, and more.
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