Ruidoso News

12/26/2025

Staff Reports Educators’ Group Donates Books for First Baby at LCMC for 2026 When the first baby for 2026 arrives at Lincoln County Medical Center in Ruidoso, the parents will receive a gift of early reading and learning materials donated by the members... https://bit.ly/4qp7vQD

A collection of briefs and press releases for the week of Dec. 14-20.

12/25/2025

💙 Support your local Ruidoso athletes!
We’re celebrating this week’s standout Male and Female Athlete of the Week, and your daily vote helps recognize their achievements.
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You can vote once per day—spread the word and help highlight our community’s rising stars!

12/25/2025

In 1897, Dr. Philip O’Hanlon, a coroner’s assistant on Manhattan’s Upper West Side, was asked a question by his then eight-year-old daughter, Virginia, which many a parent has been asked before: whether Santa is real. https://bit.ly/3MSY9yf

The response to Virginia’s letter by one of the paper’s editors, Francis Pharcellus Church, remains the most reprinted editorial ever to run in any newspaper.

12/24/2025

With profound love and gratitude, we celebrate the life of a remarkable man, Gregorio Alfredo Obregón, whose presence touched countless hearts across many countries and communities. He leaves behind his devoted wife of 56 loving years, Rebecca Obregón, ... https://bit.ly/49nJJih

With profound love and gratitude, we celebrate the life of a remarkable man, Gregorio Alfredo Obregón, whose presence touched countless hearts across many countries and communities. He leaves behind his devoted wife of 56 loving years, Rebecca Obregón, who stood by his side through every chapter o...

12/24/2025

CAPITAN – Ruidoso’s boys basketball team earned a thrilling one-point victory over Mountainair in the championship game of the Smokey Bear Tournament on Saturday after almost giving the game away. https://bit.ly/4jj6OpW

CAPITAN – Ruidoso’s boys basketball team earned a thrilling one-point victory over Mountainair in the championship game of the Smokey Bear Tournament.

12/24/2025

It seems so long ago and indeed, far away, as I remember a particular Christmas during the late 1950s in my home city of New York. https://bit.ly/4jgfzRs

Relive Christ’s birthday and experience the joy of living in the peace and hope that we have all been promised forever.

12/24/2025

CAPITAN – Capitan’s boys and girls basketball teams earned wins and a lot of experience at this year’s Smokey Bear Tournament. https://bit.ly/497PKyl

CAPITAN – Capitan’s boys and girls basketball teams earned wins and a lot of experience at this year’s Smokey Bear Tournament.

12/24/2025

At their Dec. 9 meeting Capitan trustees failed to approve the 2026 Holiday calendar and rejected a proposed public comment policy presented by the mayor. https://bit.ly/4s85hXH

At their Dec. 9 meeting Capitan trustees failed to approve the 2026 Holiday calendar and rejected a proposed public comment policy.

12/23/2025

CAPITAN – Ruidoso girls basketball coach Billy Page knew his team faced a difficult test against Dora in the championship game of the Smokey Bear Tournament on Dec. 20. https://bit.ly/45lZhR6

CAPITAN – Ruidoso girls basketball coach Billy Page knew his team faced a difficult test against Dora.

12/23/2025

People seeking help with medical questions or finding providers in New Mexico can now send text messages to the state Health Department Helpline. https://bit.ly/49fQqls

Residents can text questions to 66364 (NMDOH) in addition to calling the New Mexico Department of Health Helpline at 1-833-SWNURSE (1-833-796-8773).

12/23/2025

TULAROSA – The Tularosa girls basketball team knew its game against the Mescalero Chiefs on Wednesday would not be an easy one. https://bit.ly/3LhF8oB

TULAROSA – The Tularosa girls basketball team knew its game against the Mescalero Chiefs on Wednesday would not be an easy one.