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Smokey Bear Days!

Taelor Martinez 04/27/2017

Smokey Bear Days are here again The concept of Smokey Bear (not Smokey the Bear) was first realized in 1944. The United States Forest Service believed a nationwide image was needed to help support a fire prevention campaign. Many possibilities were considered,…

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Ruidoso Downs Race Track Presumably Sold

Taelor Martinez 04/24/2017

Ruidoso Downs Race Track presumably sold Monday morning it was announced by Ruidoso Downs Race Track President and General Manager, Shaun Hubbard, on local radio that a letter of intent is in place (within the last 24 hours) to purchase the racecourse…

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COPE: Pledged to Abate Domestic Violence in Your Community

Taelor Martinez 04/19/2017

COPE: Pledged to Abate Domestic Violence in your Community Every 15 seconds a woman in the U.S. is battered by physical abuse. This does not include the continuous emotional assaults they suffer. It has been approximated one in four females will be…

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A 12-Hour Adventure in the Wild West Bicycle Race

Taelor Martinez 04/14/2017

A 12-Hour Adventure in the Wild West Bicycle Race The scenic mountain village of Ruidoso has a multiple number of events besides horse-racing and skiing for your participation or spectator presence. And the 12 Hours in the Wild West Bicycle Race at…

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Smokey Bear Hotshots: Fire Sentinels Standing Duty

Taelor Martinez 04/10/2017

Smokey Bear Hotshots: Fire Sentinels Standing Duty Their policies, objectives, and standards are well-defined and therefore clearly understood by all in the group. The skills they maintain are periodically tested to the maximum as they potentially place their lives on the fire…

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Rodrigo Alegria

Taelor Martinez 03/28/2017

Rodrigo Alegria: Poetry in Motion with Emotion Upon an initial meeting with Rodrigo Alegria, this poet, writer, actor, artist, builder, a torrent of initial impressions come at you in a swarm. Is he just one of those … or is he all…

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Mountain Living Home and Garden Show

Taelor Martinez 03/13/2017

Mountain Living Home and Garden Show Let’s suppose you’re interested in the newest, most unique and natural merchandise available for your home, condo and/or outdoor grounds. Put your fears and out-of-town travel plans to rest. The 14th Annual Mountain Living Home and…

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Ski Apache Big Mountain Vertical Challenge

Taelor Martinez 02/28/2017

Ski Apache Big Mountain Vertical Challenge The period between late February and early March is witness to celebrations in the Americas such as Mardi Gras in New Orleans and Carnival in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. These self-indulgent public street parties are usually…

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Craft Beers Popular in Lincoln County

Taelor Martinez 02/20/2017

Craft Beers Popular in Lincoln County Craft breweries and microbreweries have grown exponentially over the past 30 or 40 years in New Mexico. Both categories are interchangeable. Since the close of the 90’s these smaller independent brew establishments have been referred to…

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Vines in the Pines

Taelor Martinez 02/06/2017

Vines in the Pines Headlines Valentine’s So here you are, thinking of somewhere to take your “main squeeze” for Valentine’s Day that will impress her and be memorable. What to do? Want to appear authentically original? The Romeo of Ruidoso? Hey, how…

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The Hidden Tap

Taelor Martinez 01/27/2017

Hidden Tap: A hidden gem in Midtown. Less than half a block away from Midtown in Ruidoso, below a well-established business at the corner of Sudderth and Eagle Drives, there sits a hangout that extremely popular with the locals. It’s called the…

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Ski Apache Winter Sporting Events

Taelor Martinez 01/10/2017

Prominent Ski Apache Winter Sporting Events Focus of Attention Two eagerly anticipated winter sporting events have commenced on the scenic downhill slopes of Ruidoso’s outstanding winter resort – Ski Apache. competitors may enter the Apache Star Races that presents skiers and snowboarders…

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NYE in Ruidoso

Taelor Martinez 12/22/2016

NYE in Ruidoso: Ringing in the new in Ruidoso New Year’s Eve (or NYE), a time of reflection on the old, anticipation of the new, and partying all night long! Well, it doesn’t have to be a party into the wee hours…

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Dummy Gelunde and Torchlight Parade at Ski Apache

Taelor Martinez 12/22/2016

Dummy Gelunde & Torchlight Parade: Ski Apache Inspires Dummy Downhill Ski Run Who says fire and ice don’t mix? The powers that be at Ruidoso’s prominent ski resort have proven the opposite for the past eight years and will do so once…

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Music in Ruidoso

Taelor Martinez 12/13/2016

Music in Ruidoso is Music to Your Ears The scenic mountain village of Ruidoso might be smaller in numbers than other communities spread across the Land of Enchantment, but that in itself is an attraction to the many visitors and residents who…

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Ruidoso Events

Apr 22
Tyler Jones @ Downshift Riverside Join us for a great night of great tunes & good vibes from a local…
Apr 22
Survivor Season 50 Watch Party @ Downshift Hidden Tap Calling all castaways! We’re hosting a weekly Survivor Season 50 watch party every Wednesday at…
Apr 23
Live Music & Axe Throwing at Win Place & Show Catch live performances every Thursday-Sunday at Win, Place, & Show, both inside and on the…
Apr 23
Sip & Paint @ Enchanted Vine Join us for a memorable Paint and Sip event at Enchanted Vine Barn, where creativity…
Apr 23
Team Trivia @ Billy the Kid Casino Put your heads together for Thursday Night Team Trivia at Billy the Kid Casino! Teams…