Ruidoso News

10/05/2026

Sophomore Debrice Ashung’s path to becoming a four-sport varsity athlete in Roswell began 6,830 miles away in his native Cameroon. Today, Ashung’s a versatile athlete for Roswell High School, competing in soccer, football, basketball and track. But it s... https://bit.ly/3UcsI5T

After moving from Cameroon to Roswell, Debrice Ashung becomes a standout in soccer, football, basketball and track while leading his team in goals.

10/05/2026

An Alamogordo man is facing a charge of child abuse after he allegedly beat his 8-year-old step-son repeatedly, leaving him so terrified he started to harm himself. Officer I. Moon arrested Billy Mayfield, 36, on one count of child abuse on Sept. 23, fo... https://bit.ly/4yyWeBS

Court records detail allegations that Billy Mayfield repeatedly struck his young stepson, prompting self-harm and suicidal thoughts in Alamogordo.

10/04/2026

Brendan Gochenour works so that his kitchens enrich and refine the chefs working in them, aiming to raise those around him through a recipe book full of experience. Gochenour, 57, executive chef for the Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino food an... https://bit.ly/4zcBwHK

Learn how Brendan Gochenour's mentorship, community service and culinary leadership shaped award-winning kitchens at the Inn of the Mountain Gods.

10/04/2026

Life without art would be rather dull, and that is not to say that for the most part it is not the centerpiece, except for the rare few. I have often wondered how an individual that is color blind sees the world around themselves. In the end, maybe it i... https://bit.ly/4yOgYWx

Explore how conversations with local artists inspire awe, revisit hits by John Cougar Mellencamp and Ronnie Milsap, and find live music across the region.

10/04/2026

New Mexico anglers seeking ideal trout waters should travel to the northern part of the state where the fish are biting on various baits.Fishing for rainbow trout was good using olive streamer flies on the Rio Grande River near Questa.Trout fi... https://bit.ly/4i2eZaU

A look at fishing condiitons across NM.

10/04/2026

During my teenage years, I started fully surrendering my life to Jesus. During that time, I started praying a simple prayer: “Lord, I’ll go wherever you call me to go and do whatever you want me to do, from Alaska to Antarctica.” This was my way of sayi... https://bit.ly/4zhJ2Bq

A pastor reflects on Moses, God’s guiding presence and the promise of rest, offering hope to Ruidoso residents facing years of hardship and uncertainty.

10/03/2026

Who should be named Athletes of the Week? Make your choice by voting for your favorite athletes below. You can vote for one male and one female athlete once per day until this week's voting round closes. Pick up a copy of the newspaper to find out who the Athletes of the Week are!

Vote here: https://el-rito.contests.newspaperevents.com/event/f8a768b3a7fbc41a

10/03/2026

MESCALERO – Eastern New Mexico University-Ruidoso cross country coach Micah Bray was hoping this year’s ENMU-Ruidoso Invitational would be a big draw for schools big and small this season. But several schools pulled out of the meet, leaving the home tea... https://bit.ly/4yp32So

Despite several schools withdrawing, ENMU-Ruidoso runners delivered strong performances at the team’s invitational.

10/03/2026

Prosecutors are asking for an Alamogordo man who allegedly beat a toddler and bit his face to be held without bail pending trial. Officers arrested Joseph Vazquez, 22, of Alamogordo, on Sept. 26, after a 1-year-old was sent to an El Paso hospital with a... https://bit.ly/4dkfjz5

An Alamogordo man faces a first-degree child abuse charge after police say he beat and bit a 1-year-old, while prosecutors seek detention without bail.

10/03/2026

Few desserts capture summer’s simple pleasures like strawberry shortcake. Juicy berries, tender homemade biscuits, and billowy whipped cream create a nostalgic, indulgent classic. Here, lightly sweetened shortcakes are baked until golden, then layered w... https://bit.ly/4ALhPs5

Bake golden homemade shortcakes and layer them with juicy macerated strawberries and fluffy whipped cream for a nostalgic summer dessert serving six.