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  • Joined: June 25, 2024
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FLASH FLOODING IN RUIDOSO

At approximately 3 p.m. Saturday, June 29, Ruidoso Emergency Management issued an evacuation notice for the Upper Canyon Area due to unstable soil and life-threatening floodwaters.

National Fried Chicken Day

Makes 8 servings Ingredients: 2 cups buttermilk 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon onion powder 5 cups vegetable oil for frying 3. On waxed paper or in a shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs, sesame seeds and Italian seasoning.

There are going to be fireworks!

Thursday, the Artesia Chamber of Commerce will be hosting its annual Fourth of July fireworks show at Jaycee Park. The show will begin when the sky is totally dark, likely around 9 p.m., according to Jessica Bollema, the Assistant Director of the Chamber of Commerce.

Landspouts, storms wreak havoc in Hagerman

Fierce winds, thunderstorms, heavy downpours and funnel clouds hit the city of Hagerman on June 26, leaving behind a trail of damaged property and power outages. No injuries were reported, but local officials and residents said Thursday that their community was hit hard, with trees knocked down and structures, including a barn and a residence, destroyed.

Crusty Mac and Cheese

1 pound elbow macaroni 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/8 teaspoon ground white pepper 1/2 cup chicken stock 3/4 cup heavy cream 1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1/2 tablespoon hot sauce 1/2 tablespoon Creole mustard 1 1/4 cup Cheese Wiz¨ 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded 1. Preheat the oven to 350 F.

Sesame Chicken Fingers with Honey Dip

Serves 4 Ingredients: 1/3 cup light mayonnaise 3 tablespoons liquid honey 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup light mayonnaise 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1/3 cup dry bread crumbs 3 tablespoons sesame seeds 1 teaspoon dried Italian herb seasoning 1 pound skinless boneless chicken breasts cut into fingers, 2 inches long by 1/2-inch wide Directions: 1. Honey Dip: In a small bowl, stir together the 1/3 cup mayonnaise, honey and 1 tablespoon lemon juice until well combined.

Activity Schedule

Cost: $30 per child Public performances: June 22 Contact: Artesia Arts Council, 575-746-4212 and craft their own pieces. Ages: 8 and up Cost: $35 per student Contact: Artesia Arts Council, 575-746-4212 PAINT PARTIES