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In today’s fast-paced world, staying informed about emergencies is more crucial than ever. Natural disasters, public safety incidents, and other unforeseen events can happen at any time, making it essential to have reliable information at your fingertips.

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» Timely Information: Emergency alerts deliver critical information directly to your phone or email, ensuring you’re aware of any potential dangers in your area.

» Stay Safe: By receiving alerts promptly, you can take immediate action to protect yourself, your loved ones, and your property.

» Customized Notifications: You can customize your preferences so you only receive alerts that are relevant to your location and needs.

» Peace of Mind: Knowing that you’re connected to official channels for emergency information can provide peace of mind during uncertain times.

To sign up for Call Me Ruidoso, visit CallMeRuidoso.com and input your information.

In an era marked by an increasing number of natural disasters, the importance of being prepared cannot be overstated. Whether it’s a wildfire, flash flood, or extended power outage, having a well-stocked disaster preparedness kit can make all the difference.

Disasters can strike without warning, leaving little time to gather essential supplies. A disaster preparedness kit ensures you have the necessary items to survive and stay safe during and after an emergency. The Ruidoso Office of Emergency Management recommends that every household have a basic emergency supply kit to sustain each family member for at least 72 hours.

Essential items for your disaster preparedness kit include:

Water and Food

» Water: One gallon of water per person per day for at least three days, for drinking and sanitation.

» Food: At least a three-day supply of non-perishable food, including canned goods, protein bars, and dried fruits.

Clothing and Bedding

» Clothing: Sturdy, weather-appropriate clothing, including extra socks and shoes.

» Blankets/Sleeping Bags: Warm bedding for each person. Initially, shelters are often just open school gyms without cots or other disaster supplies.

First Aid Kit

» Medical Supplies: Bandages, antiseptic wipes, gauze pads, adhesive tape, scissors, tweezers, a thermometer, and an N95 mask for evacuations.

» Medications: A seven-day supply of any prescription medications, along with a list of medical conditions and treatment instructions.

Tools and Supplies

» Flashlight/Radio: Battery-powered or hand-crank flashlight with extra batteries, and an AM/FM radio or NOAA weather radio to stay informed about the emergency.

» Whistle: To signal for help.

Personal Items

» Important Documents: Copies of personal documents such as insurance policies, identification, and bank account records, stored in a waterproof container.

» Cash: In small denominations, as ATMs and credit card machines may not be working.

» Emergency Contacts: A list of family members, friends, and local emergency numbers.

» Personal Items: Comfort items such as your favorite book, coloring book, or cards.

Special Considerations

» Children and Pets: Ensure you have additional supplies to meet the needs of infants and pets, including baby formula, diapers, pet food, and extra water.

» Elderly and Disabled Individuals: Include additional medical supplies and mobility aids to cater to the specific needs of elderly or disabled family members.

For more information on disaster preparedness, visit www.ready.gov or contact the Ruidoso Office of Emergency Management at 575-257-3473.

Against a backdrop of a bare wall, a group of 100 young ladies, all volunteers from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in El Paso, Texas, came together to transform a blank wall into a masterpiece, breathing life and color into the Village. Their passion and determination led to the creation of two murals to memorialize two men: Tom Jones, a realtor and volunteer firefighter, and Bob Moore, who owned the Apache Motel and volunteered with the Ruidoso Fire Department.

For the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the mural was more than just a task; it was an opportunity for youth to connect with the Village and to make a lasting difference. It’s a colorful reminder of the deep ties between generations, a lasting impact on our community, and a source of pride. The youth of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have volunteered several times with Keep Ruidoso Beautiful over the years, picking up trash, working on trails, and doing whatever they can to help this community.

The recent flash floods have made everyone aware that getting up-to-date information is more important now than ever. Please verify that your phone has all the necessary settings enabled to ensure you receive all relevant government alerts, including those from the National Weather Service.

iPhones:

1. Go to Settings

2. Scroll down and select Notifications

3. Scroll all the way down on the Notifications screen until you get to Government Alerts

4. Toggle Emergency Alerts, Public Safety Alerts, and Test Alerts to the “ON” position

5. Within Emergency Alerts, be sure to toggle Local Awareness” to the “ON” position to allow for location-based alerts

6. Also, in Emergency Alerts, enable Always Play Sound so that alerts come in even if the phone is on silent

Android Phones:

1. Go to Settings

2. Scroll down and select Notifications

3. In Notifications, select Advanced Settings

4. Scroll to Wireless Emergency Alerts and toggle “ON” Allow Alerts

5. Make sure that all Emergency Alerts are toggled “ON” including Extreme Threats, Severe Threats, Public Safety Messages, and State and Local

The VOR Office of Emergency Management has developed and maintains a live, interactive map tracking current low water crossing statuses, road closures, flood zones, along with a complete list of Flood Safe Partners.

The RAIN Map can be viewed at https://www.ruidoso-nm.gov/monsoon-season-awareness#real-time-road-conditions. Bookmark this page for easy access. It is also available on the DiscoverRuidoso app, which can be downloaded from the App Store (iPhone) or Google Play (Android).

One of the features of the map is the listing of all the VOR Flood Safe Partners. These are businesses that have been identified throughout the Village as being on higher ground and are willing to provide temporary refuge to anyone who needs a place to wait for the waters to recede.

These businesses include:

» Albertson’s: 721 Mechem

» Downshift Hidden Tap: 2408-B Sudderth

» Downshift Riverside: 2704 Sudderth

» Elevate Hotel: 25980 US-70

» Farley’s: 1200 Mechem

» Jacks Backstage: 1056 Mechem

» K-Bobs: 157 US-70

» Sips & Snacks: 2415 Sudderth

» Walmart: 26180 US-70

» Win, Place & Show: 2516 Sudderth

» Yesterlanes: 1202 Mechem

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Welcome Back, Warriors! 2025–2026 School Year Begins August 6, 2025.

The Ruidoso Municipal School District is excited to welcome back students, families, teachers, and staff for the 2025–2026 school year! Classes begin on Wednesday, August 6, and the district looks forward to another year filled with academic growth, community spirit, and meaningful connections.

To help families prepare, essential resources are now available at www.RuidosoSchools.org, including the 2025–2026 academic calendar, school handbooks, updated supply lists (also at local Walmart stores), and important information like the Ruidoso Middle School uniform policy and Lincoln County bus schedules. A reminder that breakfast and lunch will continue to be provided at no cost to all enrolled students.

Safety remains a top priority, especially as the community continues to recover from summer storm impacts. Parents are encouraged to review the district’s weather protocols, which outline how decisions are made in collaboration with local agencies when it comes to school delays or closures.

School buses will begin routes on August 6, though times may shift due to ongoing road conditions. Families should contact their student’s school with any questions and return any school-issued ID badges from last year to bus drivers as badges are updated.

Here’s to a strong, safe, and successful school year—welcome back, Warriors!

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The 4th of July week proved that Ruidoso Midtown is getting stronger and more vibrant. Midtown was busy into the weekend! Loads of visitors in and out of stores, hands holding bags full of merchandise and treats. Midtown restaurants and shops were filling bellies from all over.

The Ruidoso Midtown Mixer was a blast, and RMA was happy to see new faces who braved the rainy weather. A big thank you to Ray Griego at The Quarters for the delicious food. There was a lot of networking, and the meeting was overall productive.

The Ruidoso Midtown Association will be hosting Brewdoso on August 9, 2025, at Wingfield Park, featuring New Mexico’s finest craft beer, wine, and spirits, food trucks, live music, and loads of family fun. Tickets are available now at brewdoso.com. Vendors and patrons interested in attending can contact us through social media or ruidosomidtownassociation.com.

The Ruidoso Midtown Association has begun preparations for Halloween in Midtown on October 29, 2025. This year’s event is shaping up to be the biggest and best yet. Safe trick-or-treating, coffin races, costume contests, and the famous pumpkin roll are just a few of the events scheduled.

We would like to welcome four new businesses to our Ruidoso Midtown:

» Feather & Stone Emporium (2545 Sudderth): Crystals, incense, and trinkets of all sorts.

» New MexiGo Grill (located inside Hatch Chili World at 2507 Sudderth): Delicious New Mexican handheld food perfect for strolling through Midtown.

» Manoli Coffee & Boutique (2319 Sudderth): Delicious coffee, specialty drinks, tasty pastries, clothing, and gifts.

» Ideal Cannabis & Treeline Tattoo Parlor (2641 Sudderth): Cannabis and professional ink.

Stay Connected with Ruidoso

ENMU-Ruidoso’s literary and fine arts magazine, Ridgeline Review (Issue 5 Spring 2025), was recently released. This year’s issue features more than 40 local and regional artists and creative writers. Contributors include ENMU-Ruidoso students and staff, along with community members, including both experienced and first-time writers and artists.

The issue was produced and edited by three Student Editors, Jonathan Wheeless, Reese Pretlow, and Gloria Jeremias, and Faculty Advisor and Language and Fine Arts Department Chair Jeff Frawley. Staff Member Jocelyn Rose also contributed to the design of the issue and served as the assistant designer. Free copies are available at the ENMU-Ruidoso Campus at 709 Mechem Drive. The cover features a Big Bend Starscape photograph by ENMU-Ruidoso Professor Emeritus Jack McCaw.

Student Editor Gloria Jeremias says, “Our goal with this issue was to designate the arts as the drive of a people through trials and tribulations by showcasing the works of local artists and writers that help keep this spirit going. Art and writing are in both the youth and the elderly, and they tie us together as the strong community that we are!”

Written and artwork submissions are accepted throughout the year. The guidelines for submissions include fiction and non-fiction up to 10 pages, poetry up to five poems, art and photography 300 dpi, saved as JPEG. Written work must be submitted as a Word document. Include a 50-100 word biography along with submissions.

Submissions or questions can be sent to Ruidoso.ridgelinereview@enmu.edu. Check out the Ridgeline

Review website at ruidoso.enmu.edu/ridgeline-review and on Instagram and Facebook @ridgelinereview

The Ruidoso Convention Center is undergoing a much-needed exterior upgrade, enhancing its appearance to welcome upcoming conferences, trainings, and community events. The renovation focuses on patching damaged stucco and applying a fresh coat of paint in new colors.

This update is a broader effort to maintain the convention center and its ongoing commitment to provide an attractive, well-maintained space for all who visit.

No major closures were required, and the convention center remains operational. The project is expected to be completed in September.

Mondays with the Mayor
Tune in to 1490Krui.com at FM 99.1 and AM 1490 radio every Monday from 8:00 – 10:00 AM to hear the latest from Mayor Lynn Crawford. Feel free to call or text with your questions.

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