Ben Koelkebeck

Forest Service Begins Post-Fire Tree Removal in Ruidoso Burn Scars

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The U.S. Forest Service has begun post-fire recovery in the South Fork and Blue 2 burn scars, removing dead and hazardous trees across 5,300 acres near Ruidoso. The $38 million project will reduce wildfire risk, erosion and soil damage while preparing sites for replanting, with work continuing through 2030 and seedlings expected in Block 2 in 2029.

XTERRA for the rest: A non-competitor’s look at the XTERRA World Championships

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Stroll through the trail to see the events and other ways for non-competitors to get the most out of XTERRA week, with parking advice and an event overview.

Flash Flooding Damages Homes in Hondo and Lincoln as Crews Aid Residents

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Flash flooding damaged an estimated 25 homes in the Hondo and Lincoln areas, prompting widespread emergency response from local fire departments, the sheriff’s office and road crews. No deaths were reported, but a sinkhole trapped one resident in Salazar Canyon. An evacuation shelter remains open, while Historic Lincoln and roads between the communities sustained flood-related damage.

Who decides what comes next for the Ruidoso Downs Race Track and Casino?

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Ownership of the race track and it’s property is divided between the Miller trust, the Ruidoso Jockey Club, the Village of Ruidoso and the Trotters.

First Ruidoso Antique Show Draws Collectors and Curious Treasure Hunters

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The first annual Ruidoso Antique Show drew more than 1,600 visitors and 56 vendors to the Convention Center, filling a gap left by the longtime Lions Club event. Organized by Bob and Cindy Dolgener, the show celebrated collecting as a personal pursuit, with vendors and attendees highlighting the value, history and nostalgia found in objects others might dismiss as junk.

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