This All American Is for Johnny

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A property of www.ruidoso.enmu.edu TueSdAY, AuGuST 30, 2011 • www.RuidosofReePRess.CoM • VOL. 3, NO. 35 What’s happening This All American is for Johnny By Ty Wyant ing at Ochoa’s a member of the September 2-5 For the Ruidoso Free Press co-owner John- Ruidoso Downs Ruidoso Downs Racetrack Trainer Sleepy Gilbreath is a ny T.L. Jones Racehorse Hall The season’s ultimate racing two-time All American Futurity Jr. “He’s been a of Fame and week with the All American winner and would certainly love friend of mine Jones joined him Gold Cup and the All Ameri- to add a third win in the world’s for a long, long when he was in- can derby on Sunday and richest quarter horse race on La- time.” ducted in June. the $2.4-million All American bor Day at Ruidoso Downs. G i l b r e a t h Jones start- Futurity on Monday. be sure Gilbreath has two horses in and Jones have ed as a young to arrive early and wear red, the All American Futurity, Ochoa been around the man in quarter white & blue to honor some and Mr Ease 123, with Ochoa racing game for horse racing – of the richest quarter horse sporting a good opportunity to more decades he trained Wal- races in the world! Post time: earn the favorite’s role. than they’d like ter Merrick’s Jet noon. Free. 575-378-4431. When it comes to Ochoa, Gil- to admit, and the Smooth to win September 2 breath quickly put the gelding’s bond between Dwayne ‘Sleepy’ Gilbreath Johnny T.L. Jones Jr. the Kansas Fu- the two Texans turity at Ruidoso Sawyer Brown All American goal in perspective runs deep. alone and also sends out prob- Downs back in 1967 – and then 8 p.m. Real country with after he won his All American Their success runs deep, too. able favorite Cold Cash 123 in went to the Kentucky Bluegrass real people. With 20 studio Futurity trial. Gilbreath has won more than 20 the $1.3 million All American and became a major player in in- albums, three of which went “This one’s for that man right Grade 1 stakes at Ruidoso Downs Derby (see story in Sports). He is see ALL AMeRiCAN, pg. 5 gold, and more than 50 there,” Gilbreath said while point- singles on u.S. billboard hot Country Songs charts, including three No. 1 singles, this is Fairgrounds master plan ready for review a concert you can’t miss. inn By Patrick Jason Rodriguez Courtesy graphic of the Mountain Gods, 1-800- The proposed master 545-9011. Reporter [email protected] plan concept for the Lin- coln County Fairgrounds September 3 Following a PowerPoint was presented to county Bernie Jessome as Roy presentation by David Forkner commissioners by David Orbison at the Spencer of Populous, an architectural Forkner of Populous, an A tribute concert featuring fi rm hired to upgrade the Lin- architectural fi rm hired a performer that does Roy coln County Fairgrounds, county to upgrade the Lincoln Orbison the way Roy Orbison commissioners asked that traffi c County Fairgrounds. did: with a powerful baritone fl ow into the park take priority in County commissioners three-or-four octave impas- further developing a master plan. asked that traffi c fl ow sioned voice capable of As part of a preliminary mas- into the park take prior- taking on Orbison’s complex ter plan, Forkner showed commis- ity in further developing musical arrangements that sioners various images, including a master plan. some critics refer to as almost those of an installation of a bridge operatic. buff et dinner at 6 over a gully and possibly a second bridge to on Monday evening, Forkner said members County Manager Tom Stewart told com- p.m. $20, concert at 8 p.m. create another access into the fairgrounds. of the County Fair Board, which operates the missioners if they decided to cover the ex- $66/$69. For tickets, call He also showed them images of super- fairgrounds, preferred a covered arena with isting arena, the structure would be unavail- 1-888-818-7872. fi cial changes that could be made to facili- seating for at least 3,000 people. This new able for up to six months, and he would be ties, including an addition to a barn to pro- arena, according to Forkner, would have worried about adding on to an older facility September 3-4 vide a washing area for show animals and a to be built on land recently annexed by the for structural integrity. He said that county All-American Gun & new arena, which could be used for staging county to accommodate the size. employees would be needed for the job, Western Collectible Show events for the fair and used by local schools Forkner also said that further expansion because he didn’t think a volunteer group 180 tables of anything and for athletic events, as well as music concerts. of a new arena could bring the capacity clos- could handle those tasks. everything related with During a presentation at the fairgrounds er to 3,800, depending on the architect. see fAiRGRouNds, pg. 5 guns, hunting equipment, knives, cowboy gear, saddles, blankets, spurs, western rel- Valle del Sol Golf Course swings back into action ics, indian artifacts, jewelry, By Patrick Jason Rodriguez court by Golf Enviro Sytems Inc., coins and much, much more. which has owned the course since cial obligations. Ruidoso Convention Center, Reporter 2007, in March. “Basically,” said Ivie, “they claiming they are owed money for 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Admission: $5 [email protected] According to Ivie, representa- left (the course) in terrible shape.” seeding the course. adults, 12 and under free. For The owners of the Valle del tives from Quality Golf Manage- Dan Garner, president and The town of Carrizozo, New more information, 257-6171. Sol commercial and residen- ment, which in April 2010 agreed owner of Quality Golf Manage- Mexico Ranch Sales and Zack tial development are hopeful the to operate the course, failed to ment, Alina Acebo, Zack Adam- Adamson, according to court re- September 3-5 golf course that sits across High- maintain equipment and make son, town of Carrizozo and New cords, were dismissed from the Mercado Del Artisan way 380 will once again attract a payments to contractors and for Mexico Ranch Sales were listed suit. Garner and Acebo, though, Outdoor Fair at River booming clientele. utilities, and ultimately skipped as co-defendants in a civil suit were ordered by Judge Martha Rendezvous Leon Ivie, sales manager for town without fulfi lling their fi nan- fi led last November in magistrate see GoLf CouRse, pg. 5 enjoy live music and incred- New Mexico Ranch Sales, own- ible art including, gourd art, ers of the development, includ- pottery, mosaics, jewelry, ing the adjacent golf course, said metal art, photography. the greens are not quite where Charging to a win 524 Sudderth. 10 a.m. – 6:30 he wants them to be, but they’ve p.m. Free. 258-3409. come along away since the public golf course reopened earlier this September 5 month. Carrizozo Labor Day New Mexico Ranch Sales has Street Fair and Cowboy taken over the lease of the golf Days Celebration course on a temporary basis. Cowboy roundup starts at “It’s going to take some time dawn at Spencer Ranch fol- before the golf course gets back to lowed by a home-cooked normal,” said Ivie. “There’s still biscuits and gravy breakfast. some work to do.” Parade at 10 a.m. on 12th Ivie said that business has Street. Festivities begin been slow, mostly attracting golf- immediately after with live ers from Alto and Ruidoso, but music, vendors, great food expects it to pick up once renova- and family fun. Live rodeo at tions to the club house are fi nished 3 p.m. at hemphill Arena. For and the grass becomes greener. info, call Carrizozo Chamber The price for a round of golf at of Commerce 575-648-2265. the nine-hole course is currently about $9, he said. 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(575) 257-5111 ext. 117 SDC, REALTORS® 307 Mechem Dr, Ruidoso, NM Currently McGary Studio. $1,499,000. #109298 (575) 258-5008 Find Ruidoso’s #1 REAL ESTATE TEAM at: www.ruidosorealestate.com 2 Ruidoso Free Press August 30, 2011 Community Calendar Altrusa low-cost mammograms rent needs at the mission are non-perishable food, blankets, Ramsey’s Financial Peace University Tuesday evenings Appointments for Altrusa Mammograms will begin jackets, backpacks and toys. Cash donations are also ac- beginning Sept. 20. The curriculum is a 13-week video- Sept. 1 and can be made by calling the Lincoln County cepted. For more information, call 258-4191. based series, incorporating small group discussion and per- Medical Center at 257-8292. Appointments are strictly on Yard sale sonal financial planning. a first come, first served basis and are limited 150 mam- Two preview evenings – free of charge – are scheduled The annual village-wide yard sale in Capitan, spon- for Sept. 6 and Sept. 13, both at 6:30 p.m. at the church, mograms. You must be age 30-65 and a resident of Lincoln sored by the Capitan Public Library, will be Sept. 10 at 8 County or have a doctor in Lincoln County. We are not located at 1120 Hull Rd. For more information, call 258- a.m. Those selling items must be village residents or live 4191. able to serve patients with implants or augmentations. Ap- no more than two miles outside the village limits. A $5 fee pointments will be from Oct. 3 through Oct.14. covers the cost for advertisement, a sign for the sale and Patriot Day celebration Radio Club session the participant’s address on a map. This month’s meeting of the Republican Party of Lin- The Sierra Blanca Amateur Radio club and Lincoln Registration forms are available from the library, the coln County has been cancelled, and members are encour- County ARES/RACES team will host an FCC Amateur Not 2 Shabby Shop and other businesses in the village. aged to participate in this year’s Patriot Day activities to Radio Examination session Wednesday at 6 p.m. at Cofex Deadline to register is Sept. 8 at 4 p.m. commemorate the 10th anniversary of 9-11. Computers at 204 Sudderth Dr. The Capitan Women’s Club is among the groups that The event will be at 6 p.m. Sept. 11 at Wingfield Park. Examinations for the technician, general and amateur will take part. For more information, call Jill at 354-0402 Garden Club fundraiser or 354-6026. extra class ham radio licenses will be available at this ses- The Garden Club of Lincoln County will partner with sion, at a cost of $15 per exam. Examinees must present Rec leagues to begin Schlotzky’s at 2812 Sudderth Dr. for a Sept. 13 fundraiser two forms of identification to take an exam, as well as a Open gym has begun at the auxilliary gym of the Hor- by delivering orders and busing tables from 4 p.m. to clos- copy of your current radio license, if you have one. ton Sports Complex. Mondays and Wednesdays are for ing for a percent of the evening’s sales. The club’s purpose For information or to pre-register, contact Rick Sohl at volleyball and Tuesdays and Thursdays for basketball. The is to promote community beautification and conservation [email protected] or leave a voice mail message at 937-8480. gym is open 6:30-9:30 p.m. on all four days. of natural resources and meets the third Tuesday of each Democratic meeting Leagues will begin the first week in October so get month. The September meeting of the Democratic Party of your rosters together and start practicing. Cost is $250 for Community yoga Lincoln County will be Thursday at 6 p.m. at K-Bob’s. registration and $12 per game for officials. The league is for Yoga Joy, a 1½-hour gentle practice, is now being Those who wish to eat before the meeting can come be- ages 18 and over. Call 257-5030 for additional information. offered to the community at a reduced rate July through tween 5 and 5:45 p.m. and order from the menu. This Financial peace month’s speaker is John Dyrcz, director of party affairs for Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church will host Dave Continued next page the Democratic Party of New Mexico. Building fund raffle St. Eleanor Church will be holding a building fund raffle, sponsored by the Knights of Columbus. The drawing will be held Oct. 9 at the church’s cowboy dinner. Tickets are $1 each, or you can purchase a book of 12 for $10. Grand prize is $500, two second prizes of $250 each and a third prize of $100. There will also be a gigantic yard sale at the church at 207 Junction Road, Sept. 3, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit the parish office at 120 Junction Road or call 257-2330. Senior Citizens BBQ A fundraising barbecue for the Carrizozo Senior Citi- zens Center will be held Labor Day, Sept. 5 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the center at 406 Central Avenue in Carrizozo. Cost is $7 per plate and includes BBQ brisket, sausage, chicken, pinto beans, coleslaw, roll, apple crisp and iced tea. Mariachi performance Mariachi San Pablo, based out of the Ysleta Lutheran Mission Human Care in El Paso, will perform at the Ru- idoso Senior Center from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10. The free performance is courtesy of the Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church in Ruidoso. Donations to the Ysleta Mission, an international service organization that addresses physical and spiritual needs on the U.S./Mexico border, will be accepted. 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The focus of the Classes meet Fridays from 5:30-7 p.m. day at noon and Friday at 5:30 p.m., while Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. in the group is on education about managing grief at the Blue Lotus Healing Arts Center at the women’s group meets Wednesdays at Region IX offi ces at 237 Service Road. and developing a network of support with 2810 Sudderth Drive in room 207, above noon in the parish hall of the Episcopal Annual dues are $15 per family which in- others who have experienced loss. For more Schlotsky’s. Cost is $5 or a further dona- Church of the Holy Mount at 121 Mescale- cludes lectures and fi eld trips. Contact Le- information, call Lyn Shuler at 258-0028. tion, and mats and props are provided. For ro Trail. land Deford at 257-8662 or Herb Brunnell at 258-4003. more information, call Marianne Mohr Al Anon of Ruidoso – for family mem- The Ruidoso Noon Lions meet at 802-3013. bers of alcoholics – meet at 1216 Mechem 11:30 a.m. each Tuesday at Cree Meadows Rotary Club of Ruidoso meets at Dr. Tuesdays at 6:30 pm. and Saturdays at Country Club. Fort Stanton volunteers Cree Meadows Country Club noon every 10:30 a.m. For more information, call 258- Anyone interested in becoming mem- Tuesday. 8885. Ruidoso Masonic Lodge No. 73 meets bers of Fort Stanton to preserve its history fi rst Monday of each month, 7:30 p.m. If can call Charlotte Rowe, 336-4015 or Peg- Altrusa Club International meets at Ruidoso Evening Lions Club meets the fi rst Monday is a national holiday, the gy Whittemore at 336-1436. They would 5 p.m. on the third Tuesday of the month each Tuesday at 7 p.m. at 106 S. Overlook. meeting will be held on the second Mon- welcome your assistance. at First Christian Church, 1211 Hull Road. day. Dinner is at 6:30 p.m. For more infor- A grief and bereavement group, of- mation, call 973-0953. Sweet Charity Ball The Carrizozo Roadrunners Chap- Help End Abuse for Life will hold its ter of the Lincoln County Extension As- inaugural Sweet Charity Ball – “A Night of sociation meetings are held on the third The air in the mountains is thin – Hope, a Celebration of Survival,” Oct. 1 to Thursday of every month at 1 p.m. at the your chainsaw needs AmericAn Oxygen benefi t the Nest domestic violence center. Otero County Electric Cooperative com- The ball will be 6:30-11 p.m. at the Alto munity room on 12th Street in Carrizozo. Country Club, with Mariachis greeting Chapter meetings are open to anyone inter- guests during a cocktail reception, followed ested. For more information, call Barbara 575.378.4752 by fi ne dining and dancing to music from VanGorder at 575-648-9805 or Doris Cher- the High Society Orchestra. ry at 354-2673. Anyone interested in sponsoring the ball or participating on the planning com- Daughters of the American Revolu- mittee can contact Celina DeLagarza at tion will next meet at 1 p.m., Wednesday, 937-9898. Sept. 14, at the Ruidoso Library. Get the FREE Consumer’s Guide and learn. Sacramento Mountain Village is a VOTED network of older adults in Ruidoso and sur- The Democratic Women of the Sacra- Which hearing system is rounding communities who support inde- mento Mountain Area meet the third Satur- #1 HEARING AID pendent living by offering services and ac- day of each month at 11:30 a.m. For more best for you? information, visit www.dwsma.org. PRACTICE tivities that keep seniors healthy and happy IN O T E TY in their own homes. Benefi ts of member-  RO C UN The Federated Republican Women How 27 major hearing device O ship include art and yoga classes, weekly brands compare. walking and discussion groups, social of Lincoln County meet the fourth Monday of each month at the Ruidoso Senior Center  What the best brand is for you. functions and monthly member breakfasts  at Cree Meadows Country Club, on the at 11:30 a.m. Bring a brown bag lunch. For How much hearing technology costs. fourth Saturday of the month at 9:30 a.m. more information, call 430-7258.  What you should expect from new Membership is open to any Lincoln County hearing devices. For your resident 49 years or older. For more infor- The Kiwanis Club of Ruidoso meets every Tuesday at noon at K-Bobs. FREE COPY mation, call 258-2120 or visit www.sacmt- call today! nvillage.org. Advanced Hearing Care Optimist Club meets at noon every Kelly Frost, Au.D., CCC-A Care that is state-of-the-art. Dedication from the heart. The Arid Group of Alcoholics Anon- Wednesday at K-Bobs in Ruidoso. Board Certified Doctor of Audiology ymous meets at 1216 Mechem at 7:30 a.m., noon and 5:15 p.m. daily; Thursdays The Lincoln County fi bromyalgia and 2825 Sudderth St., Ste. H Call today for your appointment at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday at chronic pain support group meets on the Ruidoso, NM 88345 575.446.4213 Locations in Alamogordo and Las Cruces 7 p.m. There is also a Monday 6:30 p.m. third Thursday of each month from noon- Learn more at www.hearnm.com women’s open meeting and beginners and 1 p.m. at the Ruidoso Physical Therapy 4 Ruidoso Free Press August 30, 2011 Opinion Letters to the Editor To the Editor, Bicycle Ruidoso, for all their sup- a huge undertaking. Montoya, Carol Wiberg I would like to take the time to thank port of this project. I couldn’t have done it There is so much I think it is and Gloria Pafford. Thank everyone who helped get the Ruidoso Trail without you guys. more work to be done. you, Debbie Jo and Debi Project started. There were so many and I Anyone who donated their hard earned We have to get the wonderful Lee, for your support, and hope no one is left out. dollars to get this project started and to construction of the “ Rodney for giving us a Starting with Joe Coakley, with the keep the momentum going. Grindstone Lake phase that you have place to get in out of the Ruidoso Athletic Club, who supported my To all the Forest Service employees; I done. There has to be a rain. dreams by helping me stay in business and was told that I would never get this project NEPA process done, and some info in Thank you, parents, continue my efforts to develop Ruidoso as past you guys. You all have been nothing funding acquired for the for blessing us with your an outdoor destination. but pleasant to work with, and have been Perk Cedar Creek phase. Spanish. Very children, who smiled often, Cindi Davis of the Lodgers Tax Com- very instrumental in making the project a Then there is the Bonito cried some and were al- mittee, who helped me over the buckets success. Lake phase to be worked smart and ter- ways young and eager. of hurdles to obtain funding for the master Everyone in the media, you have had on in the future. None rific idea. “Many things can plan and partial funding for construction of this project out there week after week. of this will be possible wait; children cannot. To- the Grindstone phase. Ruidoso Valley Economic Develop- without the support of – Lynda Sánchez day their bones are being Debbie Jo Almager, director of Ru- ment Corporation, which has had my back the community and its ” formed, their blood is be- idoso Parks and Recreation. She has helped in showing the legitimacy of the economics key players. I hope that we can keep the ing made, their senses are being developed. in all phases of the project, including the of this project. momentum moving forward and create a To them we cannot say ‘tomorrow.’ Their master plan, writing grants, supporting me Ecoservants, which has been very will- healthy, vibrant and economically sound name is ‘Today.’ at the village council and lodgers tax meeting to work on the project at a very mini- community through outdoor recreation. Brady Park, Recreation Coordinator ings, and was my liaison with the village. mal cost. Without you guys, this project Thanks to all, Village of Ruidoso Village Manager Debbie Lee. She would be very hard to construct. Cody Thurston was instrumental in pointing me in the To all the citizens, like Bert Brunell, The deficit right directions to keep the project moving who started this movement long before I Another Wilderness Camp To the Editor, forward. came involved, you guys laid the founda- has come and gone In response to Mr. Mastin of the Ray Alborn. He was behind the project tion which I have used to stand on for the So many people helped make it a Democrat party. I’m very pleased with the before he started serving as mayor of last four years. success for children. We broke records for Republican answer of “no new taxes” and Ruidoso. He was the only mayoral candi- International Mountain Biking Asso- numbers of children we had the privilege here’s why. Do you really think that our date who attended the IMBA Trail Care ciation for helping make this project very to meet (110). Children came from Japan, politicians would use new tax money to visit. He has helped by stating his support sound. Vietnam, Tennessee and Texas. Plenty were pay down the debt? That hasn’t happened in meetings and talking to the public on all And last but not least, my wonderful from right here in beautiful Lincoln County. yet and never will. You said that almost the benefits of the project. wife, Michelle. She has supported me from Our staff of Chris Rodella and Rachel half of Americans pay no income tax. All the members of the village council. day one. She has been by my side in all as- Adaza, recreation leaders, and Debi Wilcox Those are primarily the folks that vote for They have been very pleasant to work with. pects of the project, and worked three jobs and Chezara Chavez, recreation aides, were a living, not work for a living. When you It is nerve racking to do a presentation, and to help keep us afloat while I was trying to indispensible in entertaining and teaching rob Peter to pay Paul, why Paul is going to you all are always very gracious and open develop outdoor recreation as an economic the children. We utilized many of our local, think a lot of Peter. And want him to pay to our dreams of creating Ruidoso as an engine for our community. Without her home grown nature spots such as Mes- more tax, no? I do agree with Mr. Mastin’s outdoor destination. support I would have never attempted such calero Fish Hatchery. And Chris Montoya, ideas of getting rid of earmarks, waste, Community Youth Center Warehouse with corruption, increasing the retirement age Victor Montes and Rick Vigil, Bonito and reducing Medicare costs. Great going. Paying more to use less energy Park’s zip line, rock wall and swimming Sounds like Tea Party stuff to me. It’s a pool, Buzz Bizzel and her local pool and start. But our president pledged in 2009 By Eugene Heathman the matrix of charges applicable to the slide, Kevin and his huge gentle horses at that he would reduce the deficit by half new rate increases. Editor Grindstone Stables, Emily at the Humane at the end of his first term. Since he has Public Utility Commissioners [email protected] Society of Lincoln County, Sierra Cinema, increased it by 4 trillion in just two and reduced the overall impact for PNM The matrix of complexities pack- Forest Service canoers, The Ruidoso Osos one half years, he better get on the stick customers from $105 million to $75 aged in the now effective PNM rate baseball team, Smokey Bear ranger garden if he is to be successful. I often wonder if million. So what’s $30 million among increase is indeed complex. Now that with Julia Price, Patsy Blasdale and Roger he was sincere, you have any ideas about friends amount to? PNM will find every many of the incentives for residential Allen, Jose and Elodia Almager of the that pledge Mr. Mastin? Yep, Mr. Mastin way legally possible through “riders” customers are by the wayside, with the Almager Ranch, Noon Lions Club, and we conservatives do care about our county, crafted into the bill, some mandated by exception of refrigerator rebates and the Jessica Candelaria from Black Diamond very much so. And that’s why we want to summer power saver program, PNM legislation, to charge more money for Nutrition. rein in rampant spending by all politicians, customers in southern New Mexico are using less energy in order to achieve Individuals who contributed to our so we will still have a country to care now faced with the bottom line of SB their desired $105 million goal. The new cookouts were Bonita Pet Care’s Nancy about. God Bless America. 418, pay more money to use less energy. northern versus southern New Mexico Priddy, Leslie Green, Robin Rafkin, Jodie Tom Baker, Ruidoso Power companies generate rev- district billing, quite frankly, punishes enue from the energy utility customers rural areas for maintaining and support- consume. They are indeed in business ing aging power grids. Solution on pg. 21 to make a profit. When consumers are Promises of upgrading power encouraged to consume less energy grid infrastructure, new and improved through rebates, credits and the good transmission lines carrying electricity feelings associated with going green, from new sources of renewable energy power suppliers must make up the throughout the state which would ef- deficit in revenue somewhere. It’s obvi- fectively connect Lincoln County to the ous that companies do not get paid to modern age are echoed through PNM produce less without subsidies or price press releases and publicity campaigns. increases to the consumer. The subsidies However, specific project proposals have for residential customers are pretty much yet to be clearly determined and pre- gone and the ones for commercial users sented to the citizens of Lincoln County. are facing deadlines before they too Meanwhile, Lincoln County citizens are minimized. For the average person, will continue to pay more for using less understanding the cell phone bill for a energy with no foreseeable significant family of five is easier than deciphering infrastructure improvements. We want your letters Ruidoso Free Press welcomes your Letters to the Editor on topics of concern to you and the community. 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Management reserves the right to reject advertising or news copy considered objectionable. Liability for any error in advertising is limited to the value of the actual space in which the error occurs and will be satisfied by correction in the next issue. Errors of fact or erroneous reflection upon the character, standing or reputation of any individual, firm or corporation appearing in this newspaper will be corrected upon being brought to the attention of the general manager or editor. August 30, 2011 Ruidoso Free Press 5 ALL AMERICAN from pg. 1 ternational thoroughbred racing with his Walmac Farm. and the probable favorite’s role with a one-half length trial Denver Pass and Lethal Volt this year. Now he is back in Texas with a ranch in Quanah and a win and a 21.074-second time, the fastest time from 26 fu- Jess Send Me raced to his second win from four starts home in Abilene and back with the quarter horses. turity trials. The win boosted his career record to two wins when she won her All American Futurity by one-and-one- Ochoa has a solid chance to give Jones the All Ameri- and the third in the Ruidoso Futurity from three starts. half length with a 21.302 time to be the fifth-fastest quali- can Futurity win. Gilbreath’s other All American Futurity hopeful Mr fier. The All American Futurity has been on Ochoa’s itin- Ease 123, who has the same ownership as All American Following her on the qualifier’s list are stable mates erary for many months and gained even more importance Derby fastest-qualifier Cold Cash 123, squeezed into the Denver Pass and Lethal Volt. after the gelding finished third in the $500,000 Ruidoso All American Futurity field with the 10th-fastest qualify- Denver Pass showed he was a serious All American Futurity June 12. Jones and Gilbreath – along with three ing time of 21.395. Futurity prospect when he won the Rainbow Juvenile on other co-owners – passed on the Rainbow Futurity in July The two Gilbreath All American Futurity entrants July 25. He then finished second in his All American Fu- to point Ochoa at the All American Futurity trials Aug. get challenges from three horses from the Blane Wood turity trial with a time of 21.336, fast enough to make the 18. stable and two hopefuls from champion trainer Paul Jones All American Futurity field. The strategy could pay off with the record $1.2 mil- stable. Lethal Volt is winning races at an opportune time. lion first place check that goes to the winner of the All Wood’s father Leo won the 1979 All American Fu- Following third-place finishes in his first two starts, he American. turity with Pie In The Sky and Blane has three shots at won his maiden Aug. 1 and then took his All American Ochoa earned his way into the All American Futurity his first All American Futurity win with Jess send Me, Futurity trial by a neck in 21.337. Jones has three All American Futurity wins in the last FAIRGROUNDS from pg. 1 six years and is also a member of the Ruidoso Downs Racehorse Hall of Fame. He goes for a fourth win with Members of the Fair Board, that he had to discard the popula- erty, but the sites of the current and Tee Cos and Big Daddy Cartel. said Forkner, also want a covered tion formula he normally uses, be- possible new arena lie outside that Tee Cos scored his first win in his third start while connection between the swine barn cause of the unique nature of the area. Even with a new arena, he taking his All American Futurity by two lengths with the and blue barn, horse stalls, foyer Lincoln County Fair, saying that thought it would be best to keep the third-fastest time of 21.156. addition and enhancement of ex- it’s far more community and youth existing facilities on the fairground Big Daddy Cartel checked in with the eighth-fastest hibition building, community uses oriented and it doesn’t meet the for other events. time of 21.343 when he raced to his third win from four for existing house, road and bridge models that he uses. Forkner recommend a foyer starts while winning his All American Futurity trial by facilities on property, security fenc- The county’s population is to the existing exhibition build- one-and-one-half lengths. The only blemish on his record ing and lighting, restrooms, conces- roughly 20,500, and Forkner pre- ing with glass to allow visitors to is a fourth-place finish in the Rainbow Futurity. sions stand, and improved parking. dicts that that would increase by view inside the building. The archi- To make sure that enough park- about 1,800, or 8 percent, in next tectural design will be simple and ing would be available, an earlier 25 years. He said that means the straight forward, said Forkner. idea to move the County Road De- existing facilities on ground are ad- Forkner also recommended a partment yard to the fairground could equate with some renovations. lower fence and a gate for control be taken off the table, said Stewart. “The fair reflects the face of the and security on collecting tickets. Stewart told commission- community,” said Forkner, adding New trees would be planted and a ers that he hadn’t heard from the that he would maintain the fair and pedestrian zone would be clearly school board in Capitan regard- rodeo at about the same level of at- identified, along with handicapped ing the road department to free up tendance. He said he also liked the parking. more land around the schools. “The fairgrounds being part of a commu- Commissioner Mark Doth said idea of moving the road yard ebbs nity, not situated miles outside the he’d like to see the cost of the dif- and flows with whomever the su- town. ferent options. Forkner said esti- perintendent is,” he said. Forkner said that a floodplain mated prices would be part of the Forkner told commissioners runs through the fairgrounds prop- final master plan.

GOLF COURSE from pg. 1 Proctor to pay Golf Enviro for comment left for him is still open and still a golf ball and drink beer in the Systems $8,353.24 in back last week. course,” he said. evenings. payments. Meanwhile, it has been Ivie said that once the The course is open from Together at last. A civil suit filed by challenging for Ivie and his club house is finished, New 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday Now you can play your favorite slots while enjoying drinks Thomas Ward in February staff to get the greens back Mexico Ranch Sales will through Friday, and 9 a.m. and watching the big game at the Casino Apache Travel alleges that Garner owes in shape after the course apply for a liquor license to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sun- Center Round Bar and the Big Game Sports Bar at Inn of $9,940 for equipment, ac- had been left unattended for with the town of Carrizozo, day. the Mountain Gods. cording to court records. nearly six months. suggesting that the town For more information, Garner is currently list- Ivie said that it was his doesn’t really have a sports call 648-2712. Valle del Sol InnoftheMountainGods.com ed as the golf pro for Bent goal to have an increase bar type of business open Golf Course is located at Mescalero, NM Oak Golf Course in Bent in business in at least two year-round, a place where 6634 Highway 380 East in The Mescalero Apache Tribe promotes responsible gaming. For assistance, please call 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537). Oak, Mo., according to the month’s time. patrons could watch foot- Carrizozo. golf course’s website. He “A lot of people in the failed to return a message community are thankful this Weekly Featured Adoptable Pets Scoobie was found the beginning of August wandering in a small subdivision north of town. He was a perfect gentleman, despite a rainy ride to the shelter and a massive wound on the left side of his jaw. Scoobie has now healed up nicely and is still a perfect gentleman. Scoobie is very affectionate and social, just what you’ve been looking for! Malachi was found a little over a month ago, very un- derweight and also very leery of people and other dogs. Malachi is slowly gaining weight and has become very social. He loves playing with other dogs and is quite active. Malachi weighs just under 50 pounds now, is neutered and UNIQUE FURNITURE current on his vaccinations. HOME ACCESSORIES He is also just about completely kennel trained! CANDLES • IMPORTED GIFTS To adopt one of these featured pets, contact the FRANk POTTER, Owner Come by WHOLESALE PRICES TO THE PUBLIC [email protected] Humane Society of Lincoln County. Hours of operation: CUSTOM DESIGNS & ORDERS Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 11-5 and Saturday and say ‘Hi’ www.imports-etc.com 11-2. Location: 422 Gavilan Canyon, Ruidoso. Tele- to Tuffy! 7,200 SQ. FT. 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Stewart also warned commission- manager, who would have a desk where manager and a deputy manager and still Stewart told county commissioners that they will most likely not be able the county manager’s desk is currently keep their combined salaries within the ers during a regular meeting on Aug. 16 to hire a new county manager at the pay located. budget. “Life is not all about money. Some that despite low number of inquiries to he was given when he started 13 years Stewart said that the last time he had of the best people do not put that first.” become the county’s next chief adminis- ago. Stewart was hired at a yearly sal- an administrative assistant was in 1999, Stewart said he’s encouraged by the trator, he still hoped to have a selection ary of $40,000. He currently earns about however he agreed that the new county quality of applicants but was “dismayed committee meet on the morning of Sept. $110,000 annually, according to the coun- manager will have a heavy load and com- that we have not received anyone local.” 13, and schedule a special commission ty clerk’s office. missioners could look into hiring an as- He acknowledged that some local pros- meeting that afternoon. According to the S Resource Inc., a sistant, or perhaps even create a deputy pects would probably apply before the Stewart, 62, announced his retire- human resource consulting firm based county manager position. deadline, but reminded commissioners ment during a commission meeting in in Santa Fe, the prevailing market rate This idea of having a deputy county that “Sept. 9 comes awfully fast.” July. He has been county manager since for county manager and similar type October 1998. government positions in New Mexico During the August meeting, Stewart is $102,000. The firm also reported that recommended that commissioners hold recently fired Sandoval County Manager off on discussing a pay range for the posi- Juan Vigil was earning $120,000 annu- tion until discussing the issue individual- ally, the highest in the state, while Colfax ly with the applicants, because “I think as County Manager Don Day is the paid the NM budget officials changing jobs Gov. Susana Martinez tween 2007 and 2009. Dur- ture of New Mexico than announced Aug. 25 that ing the administration of to always serve as respon- Finance and Administra- former Gov. Gary Johnson, sible stewards of taxpayer tion Secretary Rick May Clifford held two differ- dollars. Tom’s lengthy is leaving the department ent DFA positions – chief track record of public ser- to become director of the economist and deputy cab- vice, understanding of New Mexico Finance Au- inet secretary. economics, and familiarity thority. “Tom Clifford will be with New Mexico’s budget In addition, the Repub- an excellent DFA Secre- will allow him to hit the lican governor nominated tary,” Gov. Martinez said. ground running and con- Tom Clifford as Finance “He and I know that there tinue the good work that and Administration secre- is nothing more important has been done under Sec- tary. Clifford is an econo- that we can do for the fu- retary May.” mist who has served as Re- search and Policy director for the state Taxation and Revenue Department, and previously as chief economist for the Legislative Fi- nance Committee. “Secretary May is tre- mendously talented, and New Mexicans should join with me in thanking him for his service at the De- partment of Finance and Administration,” Martinez said. “Not only did Sec- retary May help produce the first balanced federal budget in thirty years in 1997, but he successfully produced a balanced New Mexico budget this year that closed the largest structural deficit in state history without raising taxes. I’m grateful that he is eager to tackle yet another challenge on behalf of our taxpayers – ensuring that responsible investments are made and projects are pursued at the New Mexi- co Finance Authority.” May had recently ap- proached Martinez about his interest in seeking the position of NMFA director, a decision she endorsed. The board of the NMFA selected May for the position Aug. 25. “It has been a tremen- dous pleasure to serve Gov. Martinez and the people of New Mexico as DFA secretary, and I appreciate the department’s outstanding staff members, who have worked incredibly hard in a professional and diligent manner. I’m proud of our ability to help this administration hold the line on government spending and produce a balanced budget that protected classroom spending and healthcare for those most in need,” May said. “My charge is to ensure predictable, responsible budgeting that prepares us for all contingencies, effectively encourages job creation, protects those in need, and prioritizes stu- dent achievement in education,” Gifford said. Clifford served as chief economist for the Legislative Finance Com- mittee from July 2009 to Dec. 2010, as well as vice president and research Di- rector for the New Mexico PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT YOUR LOCAL CHARITIES! • RICK THOMAS 520-419-0202 Tax Research Institute be- August 30, 2011 Ruidoso Free Press 7 Business Premier yearlings set for Ruidoso Select Sale By Ty Wyant of the year Corona Chick, Fortune Of De- The sale starts with 23 broodmares of the 10 qualifi ers to this year’s $2.4-mil- For the Ruidoso Free Press light, Fitting Celebration, First Prize Dash, being offered before the more than 400 lion All American Futurity. Once again the top Quarter Horse My Dashing Lady, A Tempting Chick and yearlings are each put up for sale. yearling prospects are heading to Ruido- Apollitical Time are each represented by The 2010 sale showed a 7-percent so Downs for the Ruidoso Select Yearling yearlings in the sale. One mare is awarded increase over the 2009 sale. The aver- Sale Sept. 2-4. the broodmare of the year title each year by age yearling price was $35,048 with four The annual offering of premier year- the American Quarter Horse Association. yearlings bringing more than $300,000. ling begins each evening at the sale pavil- Each of the top-fi ve sires of money There were eight yearlings selling for ion east of the track after the day’s racing earners this year have offspring in the Ru- more than $200,000 and 31 yearlings action at Ruidoso Downs. The sale pavil- idoso Select Yearling Sale. They are Walk brought more than $100,000. ion is located behind the Hubbard Muse- Thru Fire, Game Patriot, PYC Paint Your Topping last year’s offering at um and the public is invited. Wagon, Feature Mr Jess and Corona Car- $340,000 was Wild N Fast, a son of Co- 1715 Sudderth • Ruidoso, NM • 575-257-0138 The quality of this year’s sale is re- tel. Also, all-time leading sire First Down rona Cartel and Rainbow Futurity winner fl ected through the fact that broodmares Dash is the sire of 18 yearlings in the sale. Wild Six. Corona Cartel is the sire of four For Your Health & Well Being • Organic Fruits and Vegetables • Natural Foods • Herbs • Vitamins • Minerals • Aromatherapy • Books & Pamphlets NM Thoroughbred sale up 38 percent • Health & Beauty Aids • Pet Food & Supplies By Ty Wyant Topping the Thoroughbreds and the overall sale was Deli and Juice Bar For the Ruidoso Free Press Dome’s Victory, a yearling from the Double LL Farms consign- RUIDOSO DOWNS – The thoroughbred offering on Sat- ment. The Dome fi lly was purchased by William Hatchett for urday night of the two night New Mexico-bred Quarter Horse $75,000. and Thoroughbred Sale was up 38 percent over similar 2010 Dome’s Victory is out of the winning Victory Gallop mare fi gures. Victory Girl, the dam of stakes winner and $102,000 earner Ex- The average per horse sold was $8,076, up from $5,862 a cessive Victory. This is the female family of $400,343 earner year ago. The Friday night offering of Quarter Horse yearlings Delta Wolf and $189,080 earner Miss Wineshine. was up 33.7 percent. Last year the quarter horse and thorough- Five yearlings then followed at $30,000 each. They were a bred offerings were not separate by sessions. The fi gures repre- Gold Case yearling colt, a Minister Eric yearling colt, a Dome sent corresponding breed comparisons. The Thoroughbred of- yearling fi lly, a Devon Lane yearling fi lly and a Silver Session fering on Saturday night included yearlings and breeding stock. gray or roan colt. Ribbon cutting ceremony for new EOC set

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Photos by Sandi Aguilar 258-1732 The Lincoln County Emergency Operation Center will be open Wednesday, Aug. 31, at 5:30 p.m. for a dedication, rib- Located in “The Attic” bon cutting ceremony and Ruidoso Valley Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours. The public is invited to meet the emergency personnel and view the specialized equipment stationed there. The facility, located at 111 Copper 1031 Mechem Drive, #5 • Ruidoso Ridge Road in Angus, serves as the central hub in county emergencies and was donated by R.D. and Joan Dale Hub- Kathie Bryant, Owner bard Foundation and the land was donated by Rio Bonito LLC, saving the county over $100,000. Refreshments will be Also in Midland, TX • 3303 N. Midkiff #187 provided by Ruidoso Downs Race Track. ARVEY BUSINESS briefs HFEED & SUPPLY, INC.S Feed  Alfalfa  Grass  Hay  Straw Miners looking for money Vet Supplies  Ropes  Tack By Eugene Heathman the precious metals are within the indus- Editor try yield guidelines common for open pit [email protected] mines. According to the report, “The values El Capitan Precious Metals with a claim already documented represent such signifi - in the Capitan Mountains reported they are cant value that management believes fur- looking for investors armed with reports of ther delay would not be in the best interest at least a 140-million ton deposit containing of our stakeholders.” Grain-Free Pet Foods  Quality Wildlife Feed about 1.2 ounces of gold per ton. Accord- However, the mining project is not without opposition. In 2008, citizens Jeff Harvey / Owner ing to a recent press release, the exploration company said there is suffi cient sampling to groups in the area protested the aspect of (575) 378-8750 justify a “high degree of confi dence of the open pit mining in an area they claimed 26551 E. Hwy 70 would denigrate the aesthetic integrity of Ruidoso Downs, NM 88346 grade, tonnage, shape, densities, physical characteristics and mineral content.” valuable open space with the heavy indus- El Capitan said the expense of mining trial activity caused by open pit operations.  VINTAGE DEPT STORE  SWEET CHARITY Radio Shack moving to new location The Radio Shack for several years has nifi cantly better traffi c visibility, signage, Designer ~ Mens ~ Shoes ~ Jewelry been located off the beaten path on 102 more parking and ample square footage Furniture ~ Housewares ~ Décor Whitlock Street but is moving into the for- as Radio Shack is essentially the only lo- mer Movie Gallery building at 628 Sud- cal consumer electronics retailer besides Shop: Tue-Sat, 10-4 derth. The new location will provide sig- Walmart. WE NEED YOUR DONATIONS! Sanctuary on the River to add restaurant Hwy 70, between People looking for a new healthy Sanctuary is unique in its approach to living Jorges & Walmart lunchtime hot-spot in midtown will soon a life in balance with programs designed be treated to Chop-Chop, inspired salads with a clear focus in mind and living an au- 575-378-0041 at Sanctuary on the River, Inspired Living thentic life. Cross the bridge to our “island” BenefitingTHE NEST Center located at 207 Eagle Drive. Healthy and really get away for lunch with someone Domestic Violence Shelter salads du jour will be served daily. The you haven’t seen in a while, YOU!

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[email protected] According to a press release from PNM, customers A 9.2-percent base rate increase for Public Service in southern New Mexico (excluding Deming) will have Company of New Mexico customers in southern New a fuel adjustment clause, higher rates in the summer and Mexico approved by the Public Regulation Commis- a residential rate design where the price of a kilowatt- sion has been finalized. The new rates took effect Aug. hour will increase with different levels of use. 21. “While the increase approved by the commission The PRC held an open meeting at Cree Meadows was less than what we and others had proposed, we ac- Country Club Aug. 18 where commissioners fielded cept the decision because of the risk and the costs of Fox Creek Furniture is proud and excited to have questions from the public regarding the rate hikes. litigating,” said PNM President and CEO Pat Vincent- Lanna Siddens as our on-staff Designer. Lanna Rick Albers, of Ruidoso, was the first to admit the Collawn. “We know that rate increases are never wel- is a life-time resident of Ruidoso and has many new rate increase was quite confusing to the average come, but they are necessary to ensure that our electric years of experience in Home Décor and Interior infrastructure can support our state’s economic growth. consumer and asked commissioners exactly how many Design. She would love to meet you and show different ways PNM can raise electricity bills under the We will continue to work for solutions to energy issues new plan. that balance the cost to the customer, as we did in this you our complete line of window coverings. “I have studied this alleged 9 percent rate increase, rate case, as we are doing with regard to haze control but I see several other ways in this bill where PNM can technology and in our future generation planning.” add even more charges in the form of miscellaneous Southern New Mexico customers will also have a riders above and beyond the advertised 9 percent,” Al- consolidation adjustment charge or credit that helps to bers said. “I would like the commission to explain how ease the transition to the new rate design and balance this works.” the impact of the increase from customer to customer. Commissioner Jason Marks, who represents District Currently, the average residential bill for use at 600 1, which consist of the city of Albuquerque, conceded kWh a month in southern New Mexico is $64.94, in- he wasn’t prepared to answer that particular question cluding the energy efficiency charge but excluding local but did explain the bill contained three riders. The com- franchise fees and taxes. Under the new rates, that same mission directed that the increase be implemented all bill would be $71.95. at one time and adopted a new residential rate design. The commission also approved several customer pro- tections proposed by PNM and other participants in the rate case: limits to the amount PNM recovers annually through 2013 for state-mandated energy efficiency and new renewable energy programs – charges that customers already see or will see on their billing statements; limits to the annual amount of the fuel adjustment charge, and permanently forgoing recovery of $10 mil- From elegant, lavish dining rooms to guest lion of fuel costs; and a shareholder donation of an ad- bathrooms, Kirsch Select Hardwood, ditional $1.25 million to the PNM Good Neighbor Fund Composite and Faux Wood Blinds offer the that helps income-eligible customers pay past due bills. Albers then asked commissioners if the consolida- luxury and warmth of wood blinds with tion riders have a sunset built in. construction designed to the requirements Commissioner Patrick Lyons, whose District 2 in- of your space. cludes the bulk of Lincoln County, including the Hondo Valley, said, “Two of the riders are actually mandated 575-378-1088 by legislation, the energy efficiency and renewable en- foxcreekfurniture.com ergy riders reflect upon the conversion from the state’s aging coal fired power plants to more cost effective and energy efficient power plants.” Lyons noted than coal and nuclear energy are still 26143 US Highway 70 less expensive than natural gas because of the fluctuat- Ruidoso Downs, NM ing market price of gas, but that the environmental re- August 30, 2011 Ruidoso Free Press 9 Lights group to meet with Pecos League commissioner By Todd Fuqua committed to Ruidoso,” West said. “Also, but we can’t do that again this year.” state. Reporter this committee needs to focus on getting Those in attendance at the Wednesday “There are many projects that need [email protected] lights to benefit the high school, otherwise meeting agreed they needed to meet with funding, and this list would merely iden- There’s no doubt there’s a core of con- this drive for lights doesn’t have a chance.” Dunn Sept. 8 at the Ruidoso Valley Cham- tify lights as a project the village thinks is cerned citizens interested in bringing lights Debbie Jo Almager, director of Parks ber of Commerce to further discuss the important,” Decker said. “There’s money to White Mountain Athletic Complex for and Recreation for Ruidoso, and Village Pecos League situation, and Decker urged available, and being on the list doesn’t the next baseball season – but after the first Planner Bob Decker, who has agreed to them to attend a Planning Commission mean we’ll get it, but just being on the list meeting of an ad-hoc committee Wednes- chair the committee, both said they need a meeting at 2 p.m. the day before at Village means it’s eligible.” day to discuss the possibility, the real ques- commitment from Pecos League Commis- Hall. Anyone interested in being a part of tion is whether there will be professional sioner Andrew Dunn that the Osos will re- The meeting will be to determine what this committee, or to find out when the next baseball in Ruidoso next year. turn to Ruidoso next season. projects will go on an Infrastructure Capital meeting will be, may contact Decker at Cynthia West, a local business owner Dunn, who spoke with the Ruidoso Improvement Plan wish list to be sent to the [email protected]. who took up leadership on the question of News in a separate phone interview, said lights at White Mountain, expressed con- it’s his intention to see a team in Ruidoso ADVERTORIAL cern that the Ruidoso Osos – who reached next season, but there are problems. the Pecos League championship series this “With the support and success they had past season – isn’t even listed as a proposed at the end of the season, we have to consid- Casa Décor, much team for next season on the league’s web- er playing there next year,” Dunn said. “But site. without lights, it would be a very difficult “We need to determine if the league is proposition. This team lost $8,700 last year, more than furniture Flood concerns rise at council meeting Eugene Heathman we can usually have custom orders turned around within thirty days,” said By Todd Fuqua owns property that belonged to her parents Editor Reed. on North Central, says there was a practi- When Casa Décor opened in 2004 Reporter at 1214 Mechem Drive, owners Frank Casa Décor boasts the largest [email protected] cal river running through that lot. Reed and Ellen Bramblett specialized selection of outdoor furniture and Except for some questions on drainage “When my parents bought that prop- mostly in Mexican style furniture. brilliantly colored Talavera pottery plans for the streets of Ruidoso Downs, it erty, they were told they had to put drain- Now, seven and one-half years later, in Ruidoso. Reed plans to stock live was a fairly uneventful council meeting age in there,” Miller said. “But when it Casa Décor offers much more than Christmas trees this winter and adding Aug. 22 at Ruidoso Downs City Hall. flooded in 2008, the culvert was taken out, just furniture. fireplaces to warm the atmosphere for Cleatus Richards, director of public and now there’s mud all through the drive- “We attribute the success of Casa holiday shoppers. “It’s all about what works for the city, stated the water flow- way. Décor to the diversification of invento- we can do for our customers on a year- ing down North Central during the recent “I know you can’t protect everyone’s ry we now offer our customers. When round basis and that makes us happy monsoon rains came from Highway 70. property, but this is something that’s been economic times got challenging, we when we have a little something for “The state highway department raised going on for years. When I was on the grew by offering more than furniture everyone,” Reed said. the profile of that road in recent years, so council, I was told there were several funds alone,” Reed said. Casa Décor is filled For the man who isn’t par- we’re trying to divert more water onto for drainage, and what we’ve got there (on with more than 9,000 square feet of ticularly fond of shopping with his Parnell, with more water siphoned off and North Central) seems very superficial. I’ve furniture, tableware, accent pieces, spouse, Casa Décor now serves draft taken over to that drain.” been told it will be diverted to Parnell, but bedding, pottery, decorative metal micro-brewed beer, and also has TVs During the public comments section, how? I’d like to see a plan on that.” works and patio furniture. Casa Décor on the patio to watch sports or one’s resident Wayne Williams had his own Mayor Tom Armstrong directed Mill- claims to have the “Largest Selection favorite programming. In July, Casa complaints of flooding in his neighbor- er to meet with Richards, who could show of Southwestern Home Furnishings in Décor obtained a license to brew their hood near Joe Welch Lane and Highlands her a full plan on drainage control on the Southern New Mexico.” own, and now sell beer distributed by Drive. street. “About 60 percent of what Casa Rio Grande & Sierra Blanca Brewery “I’d like to know who’s responsible In other business, the council approved Décor now sells is accessories, then in Moriarty. “We will start brewing of flooding at that intersection,” Williams two special dispenser licenses for alcohol about 20 percent in large furniture and soon, once the summer rush is over.” said. “There’s been flooding with mud sales at Ruidoso Downs Race Track during the rest is pottery and outdoor patio Reed hopes to add a mobile food there forever. Why? One reason is that in- the Lincoln County Symposium Oct. 6-8, furnishings,” Reed said. The owners vendor next spring to further diver- tersection is uphill all four ways, and a cul- and approved the submission of a com- of Casa Décor purchase everything sify the customer experience at Casa vert and bar ditch would take care of that. pleted application for financial assistance direct from the manufacturers which Décor. “Also, when you allow people to to the state Finance and Administration keep their prices competitive. They Casa Décor is open from 9:30 build houses into the mountain with no Department. also have the ability to fill custom fur- a.m. – 6 p.m. daily. Located at 1214 flood control, that’s where the flooding Richards said the application was for a niture orders. “Twenty percent of our Mechem drive in Ruidoso. 575-258- comes from. That’s something I’ve seen $50,000 grant to replace a water line in the large furniture sales are custom orders, 2912. www.casadecorruidoso.com ever since I moved here. I think the coun- Agua Fria subdivision. cil needs to take a good hard look at what Numerous changes to the city’s per- it’s doing with this flood control before it sonnel policy manual were also approved, takes a pat on the back.” to comply with legal counsel’s suggested Former Councilor Judy Miller, who changes to reflect recent legal precedents. Talk given on fiscal burden of illegal immigration Susan Tully, of the Fed- references to an Al-Qaeda driver’s licenses for undoc- eration for American Im- training facility 15 miles umented immigrants. migration Reform (FAIR), south of El Paso and the kid- Emphasizing that the gave a presentation at the nappings in Juarez, Mexico, U.S. is the only country Federated Republican Wom- where victims are being held in the world allowing citi- en of Lincoln County meet- against their will for organ zenship to those born here ing in August. harvesting, sex, and child of non-citizens, Tully de- She distributed an infor- and human trafficking. scribed the benefits in the mational chart on “the fiscal Among Tully’s sug- U.S. as a huge draw for un- burden of illegal aliens in gestions to stem the tide of documented immigrants. New Mexico,” which is in undocumented immigration For more information, excess of $584 million an- included supporting Gov. visit www.fairus.org. nually. Her talk included Martinez’s push against En Español, pg 20 Statewide Superblitz runs through Labor Day Officials kicked off the in the nation to making From June 1 through state’s latest Superblitz, its way out of the top 10 July 31, the state has held themed “Drive Sober or states for alcohol-related 120 sobriety checkpoints Get Pulled Over.” fatalities,” state Depart- and 435 saturation patrols The Superblitz will ment of Transportation netting a total of 33,782 ar- run through Labor Day Secretary Alvin Domin- rests and citations. (Sept. 5), and will corre- guez said. “As the last few For more information, spond with the nationwide weeks of the Safe Summer contact NMDOT Pub- enforcement effort to crack Project come to an end, lic Information Officers down on impaired driving we want to amp up our Manon Arnett at 201-8283 and reduce roadway fa- efforts, reminding drivers or Megan Arredondo at talities. The campaign will – whether in a car or on a (505) 660-2073, or New target young male driv- motorcycle – that drinking Mexico State Police PIO ers and motorcycle riders, and driving/riding will not Sgt. Tim Johnson at (505) who are the most common be tolerated.” 827-9083. perpetrators of this deadly crime. In 2009, more than 10,000 people were killed in U.S. highway crashes involving a driver or motorcycle rider with illegal blood alcohol content of .08 or higher, according to statistics from the Na- tional Highway Transpor- tation Safety Administra- tion. That same year, 8,976 people between the ages of 21 and 34 were killed Hair· · Nails· · Tanning in motor vehicle crashes Massage· · Facials – 47 percent (4,206) were 2914 Sudderth Dr. killed in alcohol-impaired Ruidoso, NM 88345 crashes. 575.257.8770 “New Mexico has Cell: come a long way in its Marcie 575.808.2200 fight against drunken driving, from one of the abodybeautiful.org leading offenders of DWI 10 Ruidoso Free Press August 30, 2011 Education ENMU-Ruidoso celebrates 20 years By Eugene Heathman college offering certifi cates of completion, dent life. Scholarship, cultural enrich- Editor Associate of Science, Associate of Arts and ment, and excellence in teaching and [email protected] Associate of Applied Science degrees. The learning have helped to defi ne the com- College classes kicked off the fall se- college also offers coursework delivered munity college’s mission and purpose. mester at ENMU-R on Aug. 25, as the lo- from the main campus in Portales, commu- With more than 28 degree and cer- cal college celebrated its 20th birthday in nity education classes, customized training tifi cate plans, ENMU-R is still accept- with a “Back to College Bash,” complete workshops, adult basic education courses ing registration for the fall semester. with live radio remotes, free pizza, refresh- and operates a one-stop career center pro- For more information, call 257- ments, plenty of prizes and drawings for viding free employment services for em- 2120 or (800) 934-3668. bookstore cash and an Apple iPad. ployers and job seek- ENMU-R has approximately 1,500 ers throughout the students enrolled with more than 450 stu- county. dents taking an average of 15 credit hours. ENMU-R com- Established in 1991, the ENMU-R bines a traditional off-campus instruction center has offered learning environment Manda Tomison/Ruidoso Free Press Lincoln County residents access to higher with 21st century in- Above, Dr. Clayton Alred delivers an ap- education classes. In July 2005, the cam- structional technol- preciative and inspiring speech in honor pus became the 18th two-year college in ogy to provide an of ENMU-R’s 20th birthday and back to New Mexico and was created as a branch enriched educational school bash. At left, Coda Omness, Com- of Eastern New Mexico University. Under- experience. The col- munity Education and Marketing Direc- graduate and graduate course work is avail- lege embraces liberal tor for ENMU-R promotes the college’s able for both classroom and online instruc- learning, freedom of 20th birthday with Will Rooney of MTD tion at the 709 Mechem Dr. campus. inquiry, cultural di- Media during a live remote radio broad- ENMU-R is a comprehensive two-year versity and whole stu- cast promoting the event. Genealogical research expanded at the library Last year, the Ruidoso Public Library were added for Italy. India land ownership FamilySearch extends access to its col- may also search the family history library expanded its genealogy resources by be- pedigrees are now available, too. lections by circulating microfi lms of the catalog online at FamilySearch.org to see coming a FamilySearch affi liate library. FamilySearch’s Texas collections have historic records through select public li- which records FamilySearch have available This designation means library patrons always been popular, and this year they braries designated as FamilySearch affi liate to order through the Library. have convenient access to the wealth of ge- have grown by 1.5 million new records library. Having access to these microfi lms Becoming a FamilySearch affi liate nealogical resources through the program. (including birth, tax and county records). is a priceless resource for local residents library has provided patrons the ability FamilySearch is the world’s largest re- In addition, more collections were released interested in discovering their family tree. to search beyond the two online geneal- pository of genealogical records and man- for Brazil, Nicaragua, Spain and the U.S., There is a nominal fee of $5.50 to order ogy websites, Ancestry.com and Heritage ages the famous Family History Library in including Delaware, New Hampshire and a microfi lm. Once the fi lm arrives, patrons Quest, currently available through the Li- Salt Lake City. Virginia. may use the microfi lm reader at the Ruido- brary website at www.youseemore.com/ Now, more collections are now avail- A wide variety of original source re- so Public Library to peruse the information. RuidosoPL. able online at FamilySearch.org — 39 mil- cords from around the world are continu- The library staff can help patrons see For more information, call 258-3704. lion new records, to be exact. England and ally being added to FamilySearch’s online what fi lms are available, place fi lm orders, The Ruidoso Public Library is located Wales 1901 census records are available for collections. Search them now at FamilySe- and answer research questions. Patrons at 107 Kansas City Road in Ruidoso. British researchers. And one million images arch.org. Local author to appear at ENMU-R weatherization service Author Gary Cozzens and currently president of the Beginning with the Smart Screen will be at ENMU-Ruidoso Lincoln County Historical Jornada Mogollon culture, Windows & Doors on Wednesday, Aug. 31, to Society, Cozzens resides in “The Nogal Mesa” explores BLOCKS THE SUN talk about and sign copies of Nogal Mesa near the spot his petroglyphs and pottery, NOT THE VIEW! his book, The Nogal Mesa: grandparents homesteaded. pioneers and homestead- A History of Kivas and His book is an in-depth ers, prospecting, the May- • Smart Screen reduces heating Ranchers in Lincoln Coun- look at the history, people berry Murders, the Bonito & cooling costs up to 30% ty. Cozzens will be in Room and events that shaped the Pipeline, the U.S. Forest • Superior quality & visibility 119 from noon to 1 p.m. and area off Highway 37, be- Service’s presence, and the from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. tween Nogal and the Bonito Ranchman’s Camp through • Stylish, Attractive & Affordable! A native New Mexican Lake turnoff. meticulous research, oral histories and photographs. The book signing is free The Solar Solution and open to the public. The Youth of the Week campus is located at 709 575.937.9900 Brooke Yaksich Mechem Dr. in Ruidoso. or 575.257.3616 Brooke, a 14 year old For more information, freshman, attends Ru- contact ENMU-Ruidoso Free Estimates idoso High School. She Community Education at [email protected] celebrated her birth- 257-3012. day Aug. 28. Her best time in school so far is having a class with her brother. Yaksich hob- bies are softball and drawing, she like zebras and monkeys and her favorite movies are White Chicks and She’s the Man. Her favorite quote from a song is, her Grandmother gave “The spaces between her before she passed. my fi ngers are right Her future plans where yours fi t perfect- include high school ly. The Thing she likes graduation, college and the most is a gold ring getting married. Citizen Schools launches Mescalero program By Eugene Heathman munity to teach ‘appren- During your stay, please visit ACE HARDWARE in the heart of Editor ticeships’ to students about [email protected] any number of topics and Ruidoso for specials on many items you use everyday. Citizen Schools, a then bi-annually presents Boston-based nonprofi t that an event to the community Whether visiting, vacationing or residing in Ruidoso supports middle school stu- which showcases the skills dents across the country, is they have learned during the we have what you’re looking for … and helpful people too. launching a program at the semester,” Bridges said. Mescalero Apache School Citizen Schools part- this week. ners with middle schools Myranda Bridges, citi- to expand the learning day zen teacher liaison, recently for children in low-income relocated to the area to help communities across the launch Citizen School’s fi rst country. By drawing thou- rural campus in the country. sands more citizens into This is also the fi rst time schools each year, Citi- Citizen Schools has estab- zen Schools promotes stu- lished a site on a Native dent achievement, school American reservation. transformation, and re- “Citizen Schools is a imagination of education unique program that utilizes in America. The program volunteers from the com- see PRoGRAM, pg. 11 August 30, 2011 Ruidoso Free Press 11 ROTC Cadets from NMSU tour Fort Stanton By Eugene Heathman became the Bataan Battalion and initiated Editor the Bataan Memorial Death March.” Taylor [email protected] was a freshman Cadet at Northern Arizona NMSU ROTC cadets, led by their mili- University and participated in the inaugural tary science professor and Iraq war veteran, march. “We will have an incredible surprise Col. Andrew Taylor, toured historic Fort for next year’s Bataan Memorial Death Stanton Aug. 16. Local historian and au- March for the 70th anniversary (23rd an- thor Lynda Sanchez guided the cadets on a niversary of the Memorial March).Thanks three-hour, VIP tour of the entire fort, in- again for taking the time to help us light a cluding the stables, internment camp and spark in our Cadets. We have started a new merchant marine cemetery. Afterward, the tradition with Ft Stanton, Lincoln and the cadets were treated to Phil Schreiber’s his- NMSU Bataan Battalion.” torical gun collection in the main room of Taylor and the cadets presented San- the museum. chez with a medallion from the Bataan Bat- The NMSU ROTC program is also talion then visited Lincoln State Monument known as the Bataan Battalion. Taylor said, where Fort Stanton docent and living his- “We will keep their (Bataan Death March tory re-enactor Jack Shuster toured the ca- veterans) memory alive as we have since dets throughout the monument and shared 1989 when NMSU Army ROTC offi cially its history with the cadets. Altrusa delivers scholarships and supplies Altrusa provides scholarships for ship Chair, Judy Griffi n at 575-937-5437. Photo courtesy of David Tremblay non-traditional students. Each year they Altrusa meets at 5:00 p.m. on the third The NMSU ROTC Bataan Battalion from Las Cruces toured historic Fort Stan- help adult students who have interrupted Tuesday of the month at First Christian ton and Lincoln National Monument August 16th , learning military history in their education due to life’s demands and Church, 1211 Hull Rd. New Mexico. now wish to continue working towards their degree. Applicants who are ready and able to continue college work often do not have scholarship opportunities. There are many programs available for high school graduates for example, but few that specifi cally target older students. Without the help of a program like this, many deserving individuals would be unable to reach their potential. The scholarships this year are in the amount COUPON of $750 each. These are Scholarships for Courtesy photos Returning Students. Above, Connie Jesson presents schol- The Humane Society of Lincoln arship checks to this year’s Altrusa re- Lose 25 pounds cipients, (l-r) Tara Morris, Angie Rome- County was recently damaged due to ro, and Aisela Magana. Below, Altrusa fl ooding from heavy rains and Altrusa de- member, Paula Tipton presents Trish livered some necessary cleaning and pet by Thanksgiving! Watson, Humane Society Assistant care supplies which they now hope to ac- Manager, with needed items for the complish on a recurring monthly basis. shelter. Altrusa plans to make this $ Altrusa International of Ruidoso was kind of donation about once a month. Save 100 if you start the established in 1970 and it’s long running Annual Low Cost Mammogram Program hCG program by October 3 was established in 1988. One of Altrusa’s focus is on literacy, in that they provide Coupon expires October 3, 2011 scholarships to men and women return- COUPON ing to college, books 3 times a year to the 575.257.4SPA (4772) • Toll free 1.855.257.4SPA children in the local Head Start programs and donations to the Literacy Council. 1900 Sudderth at River Crossing If you think an organization like Al- www.FusionMedicalSpa.net trusa may be a good fi t for your volunteer efforts please contact our Member- BBBS to hold annual Rubber Ducky Derby Big Brothers Big Sisters $20 for fi ve duckies and $100 of Lincoln County will hold its for 25 duckies. Tickets may be annual Rubber Ducky Derby on purchased in advance by calling Saturday, Sept. 3, at Two Riv- the BBBS offi ce at 258-4185, ers Park and the Ruidoso Valley or at the chamber of commerce Chamber of Commerce. The from 9 to 9:45 a.m. on the day event will take place from 10 of the event. a.m. to noon. Win, place and show duck- The whole family is invited ies will receive cash prizes of to join in the fun as at least 1,000 real rub- $250, $150 and $100 respectively. Winners ber duckies are expected to race down the need not be present at the event. Rio Ruidoso for a good cause: one-to-one To volunteer for this event, or for more mentoring in Lincoln County. information, call the BBBS offi ce at 258- Tickets are $5 for a single ticket/ducky, 4185. PROGRAM from pg. 10 at Mescalero is a part of the time, enrichment and in- setts initiative that Citizen Citizen Schools’ expanded struction they need to meet Schools played a role in, learning time (ELT) na- today’s high academic stan- urban school districts in tional pilot program that is dards. Schools that adopt New York and Chicago are working to close the middle expanded learning time adding more time to support school achievement gap and signifi cantly extend their struggling schools. States impact graduation rates. schedules for all students by such as California, Oklaho- ELT programs give lengthening the school day, ma, Alabama, Rhode Island schools the opportunity to school year, or both. and Delaware are now ex- re-imagine the school day Fueled in part by the ploring options for expand- and provide students with success of a Massachu- ed learning time. 12 Ruidoso Free Press August 30, 2011 August 30, 2011 Ruidoso Free Press 13

For more photos, full stats and the latest results updated daily, visit Sports www.ruidosofreepress.com Warrior PROFILES No. 56 Warren McCracken RuidosoBy Todd Fuqua defense too much for Cobre Sr. Sports Editor OT [email protected] “I like playing Prior to the beginning of the season, offense, because Ruidoso football coach Kief Johnson was I like the tacti- cal/agressive praising how much conditioning his athletes part, rather had done over the summer. than the pursuit Friday night, all that work paid off with on defense. a 54-0 win over Cobre that was stopped with My personal goals are to remain a 8 minutes left due to the 50-point mercy rule. leader on the fi eld and make sure “It is a testament to how hard they’ve everyone – including myself – does been working,” said Johnson. “These guys their job to the full 100 percent.” have something special if they just keep Results working hard and don’t become selfi sh.” Aug. 22 Domination is almost too kind a word Volleyball to use when describing the Warriors’ man- Corona 3. NMMi, 3-1 handling of the Indians’ offense. Cobre (0-1) Todd Fuqua/Ruidoso Free Press Aug. 23 mustered only seven yards total offense, and Cobre running back Jaime Rodriguez (33) is taken down by Warrior defenders Ke- Volleyball gave the ball away six times. oni Davis, far left, Clayton Blaylock (21) and Armando Baca Friday during the War- hondo d. NMMi, 3-2 The Indians’ offensive woes were on riors’ 54-0 win at W.D. Horton Stadium. Roswell d. Ruidoso, 3-1 display early, as the Warriors (1-0) stifl ed until midway through the second quarter – Johnson said. “We’ve got to work out those Carrizozo d. Mescalero 3-0 Cobre’s fi rst drive of the game and forced on a 15-yard penalty by the Warriors – and kinks, and that’s to be expected with a fast- Boys soccer them to punt from their own 12-yard line. quarterbacks Tre Sanchez and Cavin Rober- paced, no-huddle offense.” Ruidoso 2, Goddard 1 Ruidoso’s line overwhelmed the Indians to son were constantly harassed by the Ruidoso Davis, who was in at quarterback for an Girls soccer block the punt and the ball defensive line. injured Sam Williams, was able to take ad- Goddard 10, Ruidoso 0 went out the back of the One of those tenacious defend- Aug. 25 endzone for a safety. ers was senior defensive end Clay- see defeNse pg. 15 Football Ruidoso seemed a bit ton Blaylock, who was hondo 68, NMSd 34 too eager after returning in the Indians’ faces the the ensuing kickoff to the Warriors 54, Indians 0 Rushes-yards . . . 25-1 34-193 Volleyball GAME TIME entire night. Cobre 0 0 0 0 – 0 Passing yards. . . . 7 72 NMSd d. hondo, 3-0 Cobre 20-yard line, get- Friday, Sept. 2 “Coming down here Ruidoso 23 6 6 19 – 54 Att-comp-int . . .8-1-3 11-7-0 Corona d. Carrizozo JV, 3-0 ting called twice for off- Ruidoso at Socorro, 7 p.m. on the bus, I had but- First Quarter Total yards ...... 8 265 Rui – Safety, blocked punt, 10:30 Punts-avg...... 3-25.3 1-32 dexter d. Capitan, 3-2 sides, turning what was Pregame on KRui 1490 AM, terfl ies, I was excited a fi rst-and-10 into a fi rst- 6:30 p.m. Rui – Tanner Chavez fumble Fumbles-lost . . . 5-3 1-0 Cloudcroft d. Mescalero, 3-2 You can also listen to and was ready to go,” recovery (beto Fernandez Penalties-yards .8-48 10-55 Aug. 26 and-20 siutuation. the game online at Blaylock said. “It didn’t kick), 8:51 ––– Football However, a 20-yard www.1490krui.com. Click on take me very long to fi nd Rui – Ryan Williams 22 pass Rushing: Cob – Jake Vega run by quarterback Kala- the audio stream button. from Kalama davis (Fernan- 7-18, Oliver Perrault 8-11, Carrizozo 50, Albuquerque Foot- my rhythm. All I had to dez kick), 6:10 Tikey Norero 2-4, Tre San- hill 0 ma Davis got the Warriors do was get my read and Rui – Chavez 3 run (Fernan- chez 1-1, Marcus Sanchez Ruidoso 54, Cobre 0 back on track. Matthew Carr ran it down to shoot in on the quarterback. I just dez kick), 1:59 1-(minus-3), Alexis Cornidez Capitan 34, hagerman 31 the goal-line after that before fumbling the hunted for the ball and went to Second Quarter 3-(minus-11), Cavin Roberson ball trying to stretch for a touchdown. Tan- get it.” Rui – Matthew Carr 1 run (kick 4-(minus-19). Rui – Kalama Mescalero 33, Cloudcroft 8 fail), 6:54 davis 10-80, Tanner Chavez Volleyball ner Chavez was able to fall on it in the end- While the defense was keep- Third Quarter 9-56, Parker Johnson 1-31, Carrizozo d. Magdalena, 3-1 zone to get the Warriors’ fi rst touchdown of ing the Indians safely at bay, the Rui – davis 6 run (kick fail), 2:35 Matthew Carr 4-12, Armando Aug. 27 the game. Ruidoso no-huddle offense was Fourth Quarter baca 3-7, devon Carr 2-4, “We’ve still got a long ways to go,” running full steam. Sometimes, Rui – Armando baca 6 run Manny Ruiz 5-3. Volleyball (Fernandez kick), 11:49 Passing: Cob – TSanchez Ruidoso d. Santa Fe indian, 3-2 Johnson said of the penalties and missed it was running a bit too fast even Rui – Chavez 14 run (kick fail), 10:55 6-1-2, 7; Cavin Roberson 2-0- plays. “We made a lot of mistakes early on, for the Warriors. Rui – Parker Johnson 31 run, 8:04 1, 0. Rui – davis 11-7-0, 72. Sports Upcoming but we’ll see what we need to work on.” “The pace of our offense ––– Receiving: Cob – MSanchez Defense, apparently, isn’t one of the hurt us a bit, too, because half the Team statistics 1-7. Rui – Ryan Williams 2-48, Aug. 30 Cob Rui Johnson 2-15, beto Fernan- Volleyball things the Warriors have to worry too much guys were playing one play, the First downs...... 3 16 dez 2-9, dCarr 1-0. Ruidoso at Las Cruces Mayfi eld, about. Cobre didn’t get its initial fi rst down other half was playing another,” 6:30 p.m. Boys soccer Ruidoso at deming, 5 p.m. Girls soccer Lady Warriors Ruidoso at deming, 3 p.m. Aug. 31 even their record Volleyball By Todd Fuqua Alamogordo JV at Mescalero, 6:30 Sports Editor p.m. [email protected] Sept. 1 Football When Ruidoso’s volleyball team won against Mescalero at Alamogordo JV, 7 Santa Fe Indian School Saturday, it won big. When p.m. it lost, it lost close. Volleyball After Ruidoso had forced a fi fth game with the Capitan at Cloudcroft, 5:30 p.m. Lady Braves, the fi nal frame was typically close, dexter at Mescalero, 6:30 p.m. which gave coach Marie Garcia a pause. hondo at Clovis Christian, 7 p.m. “They get shaken up, and you keep going for Boys soccer it and you hope they have that confi dence to know File Photo what to do and get it done,” Garcia said. “What it Ruidoso vs. Las Vegas Robertson Cold Cash 123, seen here in the trials to the Rainbow Derby, is going for takes to give them that confi dence is the million- at White Mountain Athletic Com- his seventh-straight win in seven starts in the All American Derby this plex, 3 p.m. Sunday at Ruidoso Downs. dollar question.” Sept. 2 Her fears were unfounded, as the Lady Warriors Horse racing benefi tted from fi ve straight service points from ju- Maiden, claiming and allowance Cold Cash 123 goes for lucky seven nior Vivian Mowdy at the end to wrap up the 25-10, 20-25, 22-25, 25-17, 15-9 victory. racing at Ruidoso downs, 1 p.m. By Ty Wyant That dominating trial win set up “I was thinking about my team and fi nishing Football Cold Cash 123 as the 2-1 favorite for For the Ruidoso Free Press strong,” Mowdy said. “We just had to pull it togeth- San Jon at hondo, 6 p.m. the Rainbow Derby and he did not dis- Quarter horse racing’s top-ranked er at the end.” Ruidoso at Socorro, 7 p.m. appoint his many backers. He made a three-year-old Cold Cash 123 will be Ruidoso (1-1) wasted little time taking a big Capitan at Cloudcroft, 7 p.m. late charge to win by a neck and be- favored to stretch his unbeaten streak lead in the fi rst game, jumping out to a 10-2 lead on Carrizozo at Springer, 7 p.m. come a top contender for year-end at 440 yards to seven wins when he six scoring serves by Madigan Gonzales, and never Volleyball championship honors. headlines the $1.3 million All Ameri- looking back. Mowdy also had the fi nal streak of Ruidoso in Sweet 16 Tounament As quarter horse racing’s newest can Derby this Sunday at Ruidoso serves in that game with seven straight. at Las Cruces, TbA star, he topped a record nine trials to Downs. Games two and three were much closer, with the Sept. 3 the All American Derby with the fast- The All American Derby is quarter teams trading scores throughout. The Lady Warrior Horse racing horse racing’s richest race for three- est qualifying time of 20.833. He won Ruidoso Thoroughbred derby at year-old or older horses. This year’s by one-half length with his usual late see VoLLeYBALL pg. 15 Ruidoso downs, 1 p.m. purse is the third-highest purse in the charge under jockey Roy Baldillez. Volleyball race’s history and it is expected to be “The further he goes, the faster he Ruidoso in Sweet 16 Tournament quarter horse racing’s all-time richest gets,” Baldillez said after the trial win. at Las Cruces, TbA race for older horses next year when Llano Teller and DM Streakn Corona at Mountainair, 2:30 p.m. the pot is projected to reach $1.8 mil- Thru Fire are also among the top-eight Mescalero at Cloudcroft, 3:30 p.m. lion. three-year-old or older quarter horses Boys soccer Cold Cash 123 has been sensation- racing in the All American Derby. Ruidoso vs. Portales at White al at Ruidoso Downs this summer. The Holding the fi fth spot in the na- Mountain Athletic Complex, 11 Dwayne “Sleepy” Gilbreath-trained tional poll, Llano Teller moved into a a.m. gelding is undefeated from three local leadership position in the three-year- Girls soccer starts – all at 440 yards – and has risen old ranks when he won the Ruidoso Ruidoso vs. Portales at White to be quarter horse racing’s top-ranked Derby. The game, little gelding from Mounain Athletic Complex, 1 p.m. three-year-old and the second-ranked the Heath Reed barn surged to win the Cross country three-year-old or older horse in the Ruidoso Derby by a neck. It was his Ruidoso at Alamogordo invita- weekly Horseplayernow.com/AQHA biggest win since taking the Reming- tional, 9 a.m. weekly poll. ton Park Futurity early in his two-year- Sept. 4 Owned and bred by Carolyn and old season. Horse racing Walter Bay’s T Bill Stables, Cold Cash Llano Teller then encountered a All American derby at Ruidoso 123 started his summer winning streak troubled start in the Rainbow Derby fi - Todd Fuqua/Ruidoso Free Press downs, 1 p.m. when he nearly broke the 440-yard nals when he was bumped by Giorgino, Ruidoso’s Hannah Lindsey (14) and Madigan Sept. 5 track record while setting the fastest- the horse outside of him in the starting Gonzales attempt to block a hit by Santa Fe In- dian’s Jasmine Felipe Saturday at Ruidoso High Horse racing qualifying time to the Rainbow Derby. gate. He regained his stride, however School. All American Futurity, Gold Cup at He raced the quarter mile in 20.762 was unable to threaten the leaders. Ruidoso downs, 1 p.m. seconds and the track record is 20.736. see deRBY pg. 15 14 Ruidoso Free Press August 30, 2011 Warrior PROFILES Ruidoso baseball duo signs with Wayland No. 33 Devon Carr By Todd Fuqua Jr. Sports Editor DE, WR [email protected] “I like It didn’t take long for Ruidoso High graduates defense Brendan Flack and Kayle Frierson to fi nd out whether better, they’d be playing baseball in college. because They went to a tryout at Wayland Baptist in Plain- on defense, view, Texas in June, and knew by the end of the week no matter not only if they were playing college ball, but where. what position you have, you “It’s exciting that we’re playing college ball, but have to hit someone. even more exciting that we’re both going,” Flack said. “My personal goals are to The duo – who were pitching aces for the Warriors help make it happen for me, last spring – will likely play infi eld for the Pioneers, to get strong, faster and hit but are ready to contribute at whatever position they harder. are put in. Todd Fuqua/Ruidoso Free Press No. 71 Tirich Garner About the only thing that worries them is the inten- Present for the offi cial signing by Kayle Frierson and Brendan Flack to attend sity with which they’ll be expected to practice and play Wayland Baptist University on a baseball scholarship were (standing, l-r), Steve So. at the NAIA level. Frierson, Tara Frierson, Cookie Flack, Kyle Flack, Ryann Flack, Linda Flack, Mark DE, OL Flack. Seated are Ruidoso High School Athletic Director Kief Johnson, Kayle “I like “We’ll be practicing from 2-6 every day,” Frierson playing said. “We’re a little nervous, but ready to get to work.” Frierson, Brendan Flack and Ruidoso baseball coach Gilbert Alvarado. defense, because you get Hondo gridders execute well against NMSD to make By Todd Fuqua the other Eagles 68, Roadrunners 34 hon – Walter Medina 39 pass team cry. I want to make Sports Editor NMSd 14 14 6 0 – 34 from Nores, 0:00 every play and take state.” [email protected] hondo 32 14 8 14 – 68 ––– HONDO – It shouldn’t First Quarter NMSD Hon hon – Walter Medina 6 run First downs...... 17 13 No. 51 Keenan Kane come as a big surprise that Jr. (Arturo Gonzales kick), 9:19 Rushes-yards . . . .28-312 19-231 Hondo’s football team NMSd – Zachery Lee 32 pass Passing yards. . . 157 143 OT wasted little time scoring from Ty Wilding (kick fail, 8:54 Att-comp-int . . . . .12-23-2 14-8-0 “I love its fi rst points of the six- hon – Andrew Padilla 29 run Total yards . . . . . 469 374 to block (Gonzales kick), 7:56 Punts-avg...... 3-11.3 0-0 and make man football season Aug. hon – Christian Guillen 9 pass Fumbles-lost . . . 6-2 3-1 big holes 25 against the New Mexi- from Padilla (Gonzales kick), 5:13 Penalties-yards .7-80 4-55 for the co School for the Deaf – or hon – Padilla 24 run (Gonza- Individual statistics running that NMSD wasted little les kick), 3:93 Rushing: NMSd – Michael NMSd – Michael Jendusa 11 Jendusa 17-212, immanuel backs. I time getting those points give 100 percent every day run (ever Mendoza kick), 1:28 Nuebauer 11-102, Zachery and get my blocking assign- back. Second Quarter Lee 1-(minus-2). hon – An- Todd Fuqua hon – Padilla 36 run (Gonza- drew Padilla 9-152, Christian ments every play.” It is six-man football, after all. Hondo quarterback Andrew Padilla hurls a pass les kick), 5:52 Guillen 3-52, Walter Medina during his team’s win over New Mexico School for NMSd – immanuel Nuebauer 5-41, Lorenzo holguin 1-3, No. 21 Clayton Blaylock What may have been 21 run (Mendoza kick), 4:49 Jesus Martinez 1-(minus 17). surprising is how well the the Deaf Aug. 25 at Hondo’s Chavez Field. hon – irving Gomez 24 pass Passing: NMSd – Ty Wilding Sr. Eagles executed in their gles scored 24 unanswered our defense,” Padilla said. from Padilla (pass fail), 2:42 8-16-0, 110; ever Mendoza DE NMSd – Jendusa 35 run (pass 3-4-1, 27; Nuebauer 1-3-1, 20. “Defense 68-34 victory. points to effectively put “We have to come out with fail), 0:18 hon – Padilla 4-8-0, 75; Ro- is way “I’m dealing with a the game away. the same intensity for the Third Quarter berto Nores 1-1-0, 39.; Guillen better, group of veterans, really,” The Roadrunners at- whole game.” hon – Roberto Nores 6 pass from 3-5-0, 29. because said Hondo coach Bran- tempted a comeback by Hondo’s game was Guillen (Gonzales kick), 8:01 Receiving: NMSd – Lee you NMSd – Jendusa 49 run (kick 8-123, Mendoza 1-20, Wild- don Devine. “I don’t have the end of the second half, quite intense near the end, fail), 4:14 ing 2-13, Nuebauer 1-1. hon can hit hardly any newcomers out people. matching Hondo score-for- as the Eagles scored 14 Fourth Quarter – Nores 4-53, Medina 1-39, My goals are to do my as- there, so they’re pretty dis- score, but they were never points while shutting out hon – Guillen 17 run (Gonza- Guillen 2-27, irving Gomez les kick), 8:04 1-24. signments and keep outside ciplined about what they’re able to get the momentum NMSD in the fi nal quarter. contain.” doing.” going back their way. Padilla led the team The Eagles forced a In the end, the Eagles with 152 yards rushing yards in the air. and Irving Gomez. No. 17 Keoni Davis fumble on NMSD’s fi rst intensity was too much for on nine carries and three He had two touchdown “I knew we’d come Jr. play of the game, recover- NMSD. touchdowns, adding 75 strikes to Christian Guillen out good,” Padilla said. QB, LB ing the ball on the Road- Even so, Devine and “I like runner’s 6-yard line. Wal- Padilla each thought their defense ter Medina then punched team could have done bet- because it in, and a booming kick ter you can by Arturo Gonzales made “I’m happy with the take your it 8-0. anger way we executed, but not out. My NMSD answered less with how we adjusted, and only goal this year is to not than a minute later when we got tired pretty dang give up.” Zachery Lee hauled in a fast,” Devine said. 32-yard pass from Road- “We could have done No. 44 Tanner Chavez runner quarterback Ty a lot better on tackling and Sr. Wilding, but then the Ea- containing, working on FB, DT “I love playing defense Tigers win in because I love to hit. I thrilling fashion want to go 100 percent and be a team By Todd Fuqua came with just three sec- leader.” Sports Editor onds left on the clock. [email protected] “Both teams were just No. 48 Dylan Demarest For Collin Justiss – in warriors out there, and it Jr. his fi rst year as the foot- was a heck of a ball game,” MLB ball coach at Capitan – Justiss said. “Without hesi- “I don’t Friday’s season opener tation, my hat goes off to play Hagerman.” offense at Hagerman was also an because eye-opener. As happy as Justiss I’m on The Tigers were down was about the Tigers’ just about by two touchdowns with comeback, he would have every- two minutes left in a game been happier if they had thing else. Even though that had seen Capitan come executed just a little bet- I don’t play offense, I do back from a 13-0 half- ter. everything I can to cheer time defi cit, and got both Capitan is on the road them on. My goal is to give everyrhing I have and sacri- of them by the end of the again this Friday at Cloud- fi ce myself for our team state game for a 34-31 victory. croft, playing a team that championship.” Capitan’s last score lost to Mescalero 33-8. August 30, 2011 Ruidoso Free Press 15 Warrior booters come up with surprise win Capitan netters fall in fi ve By Todd Fuqua and other health concerns, By Karen Boehler Sports Editor but Gonzales thinks the For the Ruidoso Free Press [email protected] team will glue together ROSWELL – Ruidoso boys soc- Capitan’s volleyball well before it begins dis- cer coach Aaron Romero was grin- team is still short a few trict play. ning from ear-to-ear after his team girls, which is why Lady “I think we can recover from it and go full throttle beat Goddard 2-1 Aug. 23 at Cielo Tiger coach Rebecca Gon- after that,” Gonzales said. Grande complex. zales isn’t too concerned The Warriors are young and The Lady Tigers (0-1) about her team’s season- opened with an easy win were mercy-ruled Saturday in Santa opening loss to Dexter Theresa, which made Tuesday’s win in the fi rst game, and Gon- Aug. 25. zales said they got a little that much sweeter. “They went the full complacent in that. “It was a rough weekend but we length, they just came “They got too com- came together,” Romero said. “This up short,” Gonzales said fortable in the second and is a completely different team that of the 3-2 loss. “It was a third games, so that had to played today from Saturday. I don’t dogfi ght the whole way bounce back in the fourth,” know what it was but it worked out through. But our team is Gonzales said. “They won and we got the two goals and held on not completely set yet with it 26-24, but in the last for the win.” our core kids.” match I had only two girls The Rockets seemed to dominate A few Capitan players on the bench to use for the defense in the fi rst half, taking are still battling injuries substitutions.” shot after shot while giving keeper Raul Alvidrez almost nothing to do. But they couldn’t get anything Hondo girls go 1-1 past Ruidoso goalie Luis Leyva, and Photo courtesy Nik Rivera By Karen Boehler and proud of them. They play that pattern continued through much Goddard Rocket Grant Speer (13) goes toe-to-toe with Ruidoso War- Todd Fuqua of the second half. hard. They practice hard.” rior Enrique Ramirez Aug. 23 at Roswell. Meanwhile, Warrior James En- For the Ruidoso Free Press Hondo took on New Mexico School for the Deaf riquez got a shot past Alvidrez a little 19 (Enriquez) and 10 (Villaba) do for dard couldn’t get anything past Hondo volleyball Aug. 25, and Ortiz did her more than three minutes into the second Ruidoso. He put it away and did a freshman Leyva. coach Justine Ortiz was half, and Jesus Villalba made it 2-0 Ru- good job. (We were) just not being “He came up huge today,” happy with her team’s best to get her team ready, idoso less than two minutes later. real cohesive on the backside; not Romero said. “He came up huge. He fi ve-game victory over but it was the Roadrunners Goddard coach James Vernon said being real cohesive as a unit any- came out, 1-on-1, saved a couple. NMMI Aug. 23, but said who took a 3-1 victory. the goals came off Rocket mistakes. where on the fi eld.” Player of the game, probably.” her team’s mid-match lull “We always start “We tried to play an offside Junior Jose Briseno fi nally put “We’ve got a super young team is frustrating. strong, what can I say?” Or- shot and they didn’t call the offside, Goddard on the board with 30 min- and they might have overlooked us “I’m still trying to tiz said. “We won the fi rst which I’m not sure he was and they utes left in the half, but despite shot a little bit,” Romero added. “But fi nd the magic words,” game big, lost the second got a through ball and hit the back after shot – several near misses had that’s the role we’re going to play she said. “Because they’ve close, lost the third big then of the net,” he said. “And that’s what the Rocket faithful groaning – God- out here.” got it. They have it. I’m so fi nally fought for it.” VOLLeYbALL from pg. 13 front line had a tough time and Kalen Freed all started had some improvement to to start game one and cruis- by the Lady Coyotes. At ing well out of bounds, but with SFIS hitters Danielle to assert themselves and do this season, and she still ing to as much as a 12-1 one point, the teams traded Destri Vincent was able to Nelson and Ashley Terry’s the net and keep their team has confi dence the Lady lead. The Lady Warriors (0- three straight net serves. track it down and send it numerous kills. just far enough in front to Warriors can make those 1) were never able to recov- It was the third game back over to keep the vol- Game four started out set up Mowdy’s fi nal serve needed changes in the er, but made things interest- that Ruidoso fi nally broke ley alive. Roswell eventu- in the same fashion be- run. wake of a 25-15, 25-20, ing in the second game. through. Hitters Madigan ally sent the ball out to put fore Ruidoso pulled away “When the other team 18-25, 25-16 loss to Ro- “We get out of the gates Gonzales, Kalen Freed and Ruidoso within a point of slightly with a series of got sloppy, you’re going swell Aug. 23. quick, but then our focus Hanna Lindsey started get- winning. serves by Brittanie Vega. to take the points,” Garcia “Had we won, I still drops and we stop playing ting kills and the defense Roswell held on to SFIS (0-1) kept hanging said. “But I really like to get wouldn’t have been sat- as aggressive,” said Ro- showed its resiliency. score three more times, but around after that, but never the points from our hits. isfi ed, but I’ve promised swell coach Bobby Bates. “I told them to go out a Lady Coyote error fi nally really threatened as Ruid- “The girls are kind of them we’ll all work on “They started playing ag- and introduce themselves,” gave Ruidoso the victory. oso was able to secure the frustrated, because there what it takes to be better,” gressive on us, and that’s Garcia said. “They sparked “As long as our de- win and force the fi fth and are still those little bad Garcia said. what these girls need to un- a few times, and when they fense stays as solid as it is, fi nal game. habits,” she added. “But “We have a lot of tal- derstand, that other teams started hitting the ball, it our hitting has to improve,” Game fi ve started out they have heart and I can’t ent, and tonight was a little can switch gears as well.” felt good.” Garcia said. “They have to close as well, but the fi re ask for more than that.” shakeup there,” she added. Roswell survived the The Lady Warriors be more team-minded. Our seemed to have been lit in- Needing to improve “But I’m not too worried back-and-forth affair that were fi nally able to pull passing was good, and had side the Lady Warriors, as about it. It’s still early and was the second game, as away with a 5-0 run with we run a few different op- Gonzales, Hannah Lindsey Garcia knew her team there’s a lot more to look Ruidoso was unable to Freed serving. The signa- tions in our offense, you’d forward to.” take advantage of numer- ture play of the game was have seen it. But we’ll fi nd deFeNSe from pg. 13 Roswell (1-0) opened ous serving and serve- a save by Jordan Mowdy what we need, I’m not vantage of that offense, as well as his own footspeed. up strong, taking a 6-0 lead receive errors committed which sent the ball careen- worried.” The senior ran for 80 yards and threw for 72, contribut- ing to two touchdowns along the way. deRbY from pg. 13 “It was hard (to take on QB role from Williams), but I had to take that position to help my team out. The Owned by Wootan Racing with has yet to win a stakes race, however a neck behind Cold Cash 123 in third hardest part was learning the plays in a week,” Davis the Reed Land and Cattle Company, has earned recognition by racing to place in the Rainbow Derby. said. “But my team helped me out too, with everyone Llano Teller returned to his win- narrow defeats at the highest level. DM Streakn Thru Fire faced keeping their blocks and running the plays. Everyone ning form in his All American Derby Last year, DM Streakn Thru Fire Cold Cash 123 in their All Ameri- was hustling.” trial when he won by a neck with qualifi ed for the All American Futu- can Derby trial and once again Cold Davis was particularly happy with his offensive line, the sixth-fastest qualifying mark of rity and then was a close third-place Cash 123 scored the victory. DM getting him the blocks he needed to run the offense ef- 21.006. runner in the $1-million Texas Clas- Streakn Thru Fire fi nished second fectively. Positioned at eighth in the na- sic Futurity. He came back this year with the second-fastest qualifying “We have Warren McCracken and Cameron McKin- tional poll, DM Streakn Thru Fire for trainer Mike Joiner to fi nish just time of 20.900. ley, they’re both seniors, protecting the ends, and they did really good,” Davis said. “The guards and the center, are all juniors and sophomores, so those two seniors are keeping them in line.” “I sure hope this is an indication of the rest of the year, that would be nice,” Johnson said. “These guys worked hard, it’s just gonna get tougher and tougher this year with our opponents. But this is a great team and I’m excited. It’s been fun to watch these guys work hard in the offseason, and fun to watch them put it all together with MTD Media, the on the fi eld.” official Warrior Football This week, Ruidoso plays at Socorro in what John- son feels will be a real test of his team. 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They just Sports Editor len said. “There were times we had some key positions to fi ll it to state, we just need to get used need the practice.” [email protected] played terrifi cally and times we from last season’s squad. to playing with each other.” Despite having swept Mes- It’s probably fair to say the didn’t. But the key thing is we “The girls are working hard The teams went their sepa- calero in the season opener, Carrizozo volleyball team has won the match.” to fi ll in the holes, but we’re a rate ways Thursday and Friday, Allen said the Lady Grizzlies’ picked up from where it left off For Mescalero coach Julie relatively untested unit,” Al- with Mescalero falling to Cloud- four-game win over Magdalena last year – fi nishing a game away Rocha, the match was actually a len said of the Lady Grizzlies. croft in fi ve and Carrizozo beat- Friday was an even better per- from the Class B state champi- lot closer than the 3-0 score. “We’re working to get better as ing Magdalena at home. formance. onship match. “The beginning went really the season goes on.” The Lady Chiefs (1-1) lost af- “I thought our girls played The Lady Grizzlies opened well, and we had tied the second “There’s actually a lot of re- ter winning the fi rst game handily. with pretty nice intensity,” Al- the 2011 season with a sweep of game at 20-all before we lost,” turning girls, so that’s to our ad- “After we won that game, len said. “It was just a fun game. Mescalero Aug. 23 – but true to Rocha said. “In that last game, vantage,” Rocha said of the Lady I started trying different things There was no comparison at all form, Carrizozo coach Pam Allen we lost our momentum. But Chiefs. “We just lost our setter with them, and it didn’t quite to our fi rst game. We played real- was only cautiously optimistic. overall, they improved.” from last year, and we have a girl work out at fi rst,” Rocha said. ly hard on defense, which made “We did some things in a The match was the fi rst for working hard to fi ll that position. “But they were starting to win everything else better.” Ruidoso harriers Lady Warrior soccer again shut out By Paul Lessard turn in good times For the Ruidoso Free Press By Todd Fuqua Avery Carr, who fi nished ROSWELL – The Goddard Rocket girls soccer team did something Sports Editor second in district last year. they haven’t done since the ’06 season Aug. 23 – they mercy-ruled an op- [email protected] Carr will be available at Sat- ponent. The strategy for cross urday’s meet at Alamogordo. After scoring only a total of six goals for the entire 2010 season, God- country is simple, really – The rest of the boys dard scored early and often in beating a short-handed Ruidoso squad 10-0. run faster than everyone else. weren’t exactly slow. Wam- The game ended via the mercy-rule when Alysha Bolduc scored her second bli Little Spotted Horse ran Ruidoso got its fi rst goal of the evening at the 22:23 mark of the second half. test at doing just that Friday the course in 17:28, fi nishing 28th overall. Derek Monte- The short-handed Ruidoso Lady Warrior squad (0-2) was missing fi ve at the Clovis Invitational, players (three starters) and coming off a 10-0 loss to Oñate. and the boys team was bet- longo had a time of 18:27, and Aaron Shalley ran 18:38. “We had the same problem (no subs) on Friday against Oñate,” said ter than some, but still with Ruidoso coach Darien Ross. “We had some girls with some aches and pains, some room to improve. As a team, Ruidoso was but they played through it. I have fi ve girls who have played varsity soccer.” “We did really well for ninth out of 12 teams, ahead the fi rst meet of the season,” of Lovington, Tucumcari The coach is hoping the younger inexperienced players are ready by said Ruidoso coach Trevor and Carlsbad. district. The team only managed one shot on goal. Despite the lopsided Rabourn. “There were some Darian Magooshboy is score, Ross was still positive with her team, letting them know that they did good times that will get bet- the only Lady Warrior run- a good job and had improved. 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National Gold Prizes and come on 34th Street ($79 & $76) it’s the For the fi rst time in its 15 year direct from beijing in its inaugu- story of the year when a nice old ral tour of the united States and man who claims to be Kris Krin- history, the Spencer Theater for Canada. A public pre-performance gle is institutionalized as insane, the Performing Arts in Alto will Chinese buff et will be in the Crys- and a young lawyer defends him be presenting a troupe of China’s tal Lobby at 5 p.m. buff et tickets in court by arguing that the guy greatest acrobats in displays of are $20. really is Santa Claus. in the mean- high-fl ying trapeze, aerial bal- • Saturday, Oct. 29 at 7 p.m. Snidow, time, two lost souls fi nd each other ance, dance, juggling and comedy. His Life, His Love, His Passion. and a little girl discovers dreams Touring their ancient art direct ($49 & $46) A spectacular presen- do come true! This musical adap- from Beijing, this amazing theat- tation of visual and performing art tation of the favorite 1947 holiday celebrating the world-renowned tale features a cast of equity art- rical display kicks-off the Spen- ists with the famed barter Theatre cer’s 15th winter season of shows, historic & contemporary western artist Gordon Snidow, a resident Company a season that includes 16 perfor- of Ruidoso. Produced by Grace • Saturday, dec. 17 at 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. mances of music, dance, drama Snidow and barbara barleen- The Nutcracker Ruidoso dance and magic. And without question, Staerkel, Snidow’s works will be ensemble ($28). under the artis- the feats of the jaw-dropping ac- joined with the musical talents of tic direction of deborah Rogers, robats, appearing at 7 p.m. Thurs- master musicians George Staerkel this original adaptation of Tchai- day, Oct. 6, will encapsulate all and his Arizona Opry Cast in popu- kovsky’s Christmas classic features lar and original songs inspired by gorgeous sets & costumes and these disciplines with fl amboy- outstanding dancers. The rising ance and international fl air. Gordon’s array of works, many of which will be displayed on an young talent Simon Pawlek will Tickets to all season events overhead screen during the con- star as the Cavalier. A delightful go on sale beginning Sept. 1, with cert. Gordon will be signing a se- Christmas gift for the entire family. public series sales (four or more lection of limited edition works for • Wednesday, dec. 21 at 7 p.m. events) going on sale Aug. 30. A sale in the Spencer lobby with all Flying J Wranglers Christmas number of the performances fea- proceeds benefi ting the Spencer. Special ($30) Western yodeling, Alive Bee Gees Tribute ($69 & ning, a pre-performance disco $66). Considered the world’s num- buff et featuring hot items of the • Sunday, Nov. 20 at 3 p.m. Blast! vocals, fi ddle and guitars in a pro- ture pre-performance buffets in ber one bee Gees tribute band, ‘70s disco era like Swedish meat- ($79 & $76) Winner of the 2001 gram of traditional favorites, spiri- the Crystal Lobby at 5 p.m., two Stayin’ Alive features a gifted trio balls, green beans almondine, Tony Award for best Special The- tuals like “Go Tell it On The Moun- hours before show time. Log onto of singers backed by studio mu- Green Goddesss salad, etc. will be atrical event and the 2001 emmy tain,” “beautiful City” and new and www.spencertheater.com or call sicians who wholly capture the provided in the Crystal Lobby at 5 Award for best Choreography is a classic western/cowboy Christmas p.m.; $20 per-person. 575-336-4800; toll free at 888- virtual explosion of music, dance songs including “Corn,” “Water & sound mystique, distinctly blend- 818-7872 for information. and theatre using drum and bugle Wood,” “Christmas For Cowboys,” ed harmonies, and the immediate • Saturday, Feb. 4 at 7 p.m. The corps the way Riverdance uses “Riding to Ruidoso;” instrumentals experience of the famous broth- Texas Tenors ($79 & $76). Three When the curtain goes up: irish step dancers. it’s a virtual and homespun comedy. ers live in concert. blockbuster ruggedly handsome men in Stet- • Thursday, Oct. 6 at 7 p.m. The Na- potpourri of big band & marching • Saturday, Jan. 28 at 7 p.m. Stayin’ tunes include “Night Fever,” “Jive sons who sing tenor, this trio of Talkin,” “how deep is heart-throbs were fi rst discovered the “We Own the Night” tour, per- don-Levitt performed the Nirvana Your Love,” “You Should in 2009 winning TV’s reality show be dancin,” “Nights On forming and dancing to a medley of classic “Lithium” at the Neptune America’s Got Talent. They now broadway” and more. enjoy international repute as Spears tracks. Theater in Seattle. The performance The same eve- see sPeNCeR, pg. 22 was part an event for the hitRECord ROCK NEWS collaborative production company POP NEWS which Gordon-Levitt created in 2010. The actor told the crowd that he wanted to play the song “not for the record — just for tonight.” www.kidxradio.com Fleetwood Mac could be back on the road soon. COUNTRY NEWS www.mymix967.com Lindsey Buckingham says the www.w105radio.com In an interview with The Ralphie band is considering another tour and Luke Bryan Radio Show, which aired on Aug. even recording a new album in the so enjoyed hav- 22, Selena Gomez shot down a pair near future. The guitarist, songwriter ing his Tailgates of rumors about her alleged involve- and producer says there have been & Tanlines at No. ment in a new Sex and the City TV “a lot of rumblings” about another 1 on the Billboard series and a Britney Spears tribute Fleetwood Mac tour, but that nothing country albums planned for the 2011 MTV Video Mu- is on the books yet. Stevie Nicks has chart, he’s stayed sic Awards. The interesting thing is also hinted at future Fleetwood Mac there for a second week. Across the that Gomez calls herself both a fan of concerts. The band reunited for an in- alley on the country songs chart, Di- the TV show and the pop star. How- ternational tour in 2009. erks Bentley’s “Am I the Only One” ever, her youth (and therefore, her Buckingham is set to begin a solo dislodges Lady Antebellum’s “Just a mother) made watching the former a tour next month to support his sixth Kiss” from the top bunk where it had limited experience until she got older. solo album, Seeds We Sow, which is rested for the past two weeks. Bryan, The Disney star says the rumor of her set for release Sept. 6. Bentley and Lady A are all Capitol playing Charlotte in the planned se- acts and capital ones as well. ries is just that, a rumor. The week’s highest-debuting al- Gomez probably also thinks par- bum is the Eli Young Band’s Life at ticipating in a Britney Spears tribute Best. It checks in at No. 3 on fi rst-pe- is an honor. After all, the starlet pays www.1071thenerve.com riod sales of 34,957 copies, as count- homage to Britney every evening on On Aug. 23, actor Joseph Gor- ed by Nielsen SoundScan. ‘Cruz’ing away

Photo courtesy of Billy The Kid Casino Oralda “Lala” Reynolds won the 2011 Chevy Cruz courtesy of Sierra Blanca Motors at Billy the Kid Casino on Saturday night. Two other names were drawn prior to Lala’s, but the ticket holders were not present. Lala, a local resident, repeat- edly said, “I am in complete shock” as she sat in her new car. 18 Ruidoso Free Press August 30, 2011

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spencer theater DT 20 Ruidoso Free Press August 30, 2011 Mom’s summer squash casserole It’s nearing the end of August This meal is a great vegetarian and the beginning of the fall, and dish, but is also great if you add what that means to us food lovers some grilled chicken. I hope you is that there is a bounty of zuc- enjoy it! chini and squash just waiting to be cooked up. When I was a child, Yellow Squash and my mom could always fi nd ways Chile Casserole to get us kids to eat our vegetables, Ingredients and she was one of the only per- 6 cups of yellow squash sons to ever be able to make me diced. want to eat my vegetables. Most One large onion diced of the time, we would not even One 7 oz. can of diced green Brendan Gochenour know we were eating vegetables chile because she would sneak them ¾ cups milk squash and onions mixture. Pour into all of our favorite meals. Our One 32 ounce can of Cream half of this mixture over the torti- spaghetti meat sauce was only of Chicken soup or one 32 ounce llas squares. Add another layer of about 10% meat and the rest was can of Cream of Mushroom Soup tortilla squares and then pour the veggies. Meatloaf and chicken pot Three or four fl our tortillas rest of mixture on top of it. Cover pies were no different – both were One cup of Velveeta-type with foil and bake at 350 degrees loaded with veggies too. The point cheese for 45 minutes. This dish doesn’t I’m trying to make is that instead even need a side… It is great of just putting a side of vegetables Directions served on its own! your children’s plates, you need In a medium sauce pan fi lled I hope you and your families to desegregate your plate and mix with water over medium-high enjoy this meal as much as mine those veggies into whatever it is heat, cook squash and onions until does! It is certainly one of those you’re cooking. By doing this, tender. Drain well and set aside. recipes you can pass on from gen- you will have a better chance of Don’t overcook. eration to generation! Enjoy your getting your kids to eat their veg- Spread about a ¼ of the meal and don’t forget to send me etables. canned soup on the bottom of a a note at askchefbrendan@gmail. This week’s recipe is one of 9x13 inch baking dish. Next, cov- com, or fi nd my page, Chef Bren- my mom’s. It’s very simple and er the bottom of the baking dish Pour rest of soup into a sauce and slowly heat. When cheese dan, on Facebook.com. Happy takes very little time to make. with tortillas cut into 2x2 squares. pan, add the chile and cheese, has melted, gently mix in drained Cooking! Quilt show ‘airs’ this weekend The “Airing of the Quilts” will sion for the two-day event is $5 for needlework needs. Local quilters be held at the Sanctuary, located at adults, and children 12 and younger will be selling quilts as well. 207 Eagle Dr. in Ruidoso, on Satur- are free. Hour-long classes will be held day and Sunday, Sept. 3 and 4, from Vendors will be available for periodically during the day at the 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. those inspired to purchase handmade Sanctuary’s cottages for those inter- Quilters from the southwest re- quilts, fabric, patterns, supplies and ested in learning the various tech- gion will be on hand displaying ex- other needlework items such as nee- niques of quilting. No sewing ma- amples of different quilt styles under dlepoint, knitting and cross stitch chines will be needed. Reservations a newly constructed pavilion on the kits. Sales staff from Martha’s Fab- for these classes may be made by Sanctuary’s grounds. rics in Ruidoso, Busy Bee Quilting calling 630-1111, or online through Although this will be a non-ad- in Albuquerque, Homestead Quilt- the Sanctuary’s website, www.sanc- judicated show, there will be view- ing in Alamogordo, and Sew Many tuaryontheriver.com, or you may Photo courtesy of Mary Dokianos ers’ choice ribbons awarded for the Visions Pattern Company and The register for a class when you arrive Pictured are Vicki Arnold, Quilt Show Chair, and Viv- favorite quilt in each category as Stitching Post, both in Ruidoso, will at the show, on a space available ba- ian Lucas, Chairman for the classes being oﬀ ered at voted on by show attendees. Admis- be on hand to serve your sewing and sis. the Airing of The Quilts this weekend.

RUIDOSO FREE PRESS en español Surgen preocupaciones por inundaciones Por Todd Fuqua Wayne Williams relató sus quejas de inun- espalda”. el plan para eso.” Reportero daciones en su vecindad, cerca de las calles Le ex-concejera Judy Miller, quien El Alcalde Tom Armstrong aconsejó Aparte de algunas preguntas sobre los Joe Welch Lane y Highlands Drive. es dueña de propiedades que eran de sus a Miller que sostuviera una reunión con planes de drenaje para la calles de Ruidoso “Me gustaría saber quién es el respon- padres en la calle North Central, dijo que Richards, quien podría mostrarle el plan Downs, la reunión del consejo fue más o sable por esa intersección”, dijo Williams. había un río que corría por allí. “Cuando completo para el control de drenaje en la menos calmada el 22 de Agosto en la Mu- “Siempre ha habido inundaciones con mis padres compraron esa propiedad fueron calle. nicipalidad de Ruidoso Downs. lodo allí. Por qué? Una de las razones es aconsejados de que pusieran drenaje alli”, En otros negocios, el concejo aprobó Cleatus Richards, director de obras que esa intersección va cuesta arriba en las dijo Miller. “Pero cuando se inundó en el dos licencias para la venta de alcohol en públicas para la ciudad, dijo que el agua en cuatro direcciones y una alcantarilla o una 2008, la alcantarilla fue eliminada y ahora el hipódromo Ruidoso Downs, durante el la calle North Central, durante la temporada zanja arreglaría eso”. hay lodo en el camino”. Simposio del Condado de Lincoln, los días de las fuertes lluvias, llegaron desde la Car- “Además, cuando se permite a gente “Yo sé que ustedes. no pueden proteger entre el 6 y el 8 de Octubre. retera 70. construir casas en la montaña sin control de la propiedad de todos, pero ésto es algo que También fue aprobada una aplicación “El departmento de caminos del estado inundación, es cuando se producen las in- ha ocurrido por años. Cuando yo estaba en para la asistencia fi nanciera del Departa- subió el perfi l de ese camino en años reci- undaciones. Eso es algo que he visto desde el concejo, fuí avisada de que habían varios mento de Finanzas y Administración del entes, así que estamos tratando de desviar que me cambié para acá. Creo que el con- fondos para el drenaje y lo que tenemos allá Estado. más agua hacia Parnell, llevando más a ese cejo necesita darle una vista dura a lo que (en la calle North Central) parece muy su- Richards dijo que la aplicación era por drenaje”. está haciendo sobre el control de inunda- perfi cial. Me han dicho que será desviada la cantidad de 50.000 dólares para reempla- En comentarios públicos, el residente ciones, antes de darse una palmadita en la hacia Parnell, pero cómo? Me gustaría ver zar una línea de agua en Agua Fría. Charla sobre los costos fi scales de la inmigración illegal Susan Tully, de la Federación para la Reforma de In- namiento de Al-Queda situado a quince millas al sur de El co país en el mundo que otorga la ciudadanía a aquéllos migración Americana (FAIR por las siglas en inglés), real- Paso y los secuestros en ciudad Juárez, México, donde las que nacen de padres no-ciudadanos. Tully describió ese izó una presentación, este mes, sobre el tema en la reunión víctimas son retenidas, en contra de su voluntad, para la ven- benefi cio como un gran imán para los inmigrantes indocu- de la Federación de Mujeres Republicanas del Condado de ta de sus órganos, motivos sexuales y para el tráfi co humano. mentados. Lincoln. Entre las recomendaciones de Tully, para frenar la Para mas información, visite el sitio web de FARI en Tully distribuyó un informe titulado “El costo fi scal marea de inmigrantes indocumentados, estuvo apoyar el www.fairus.org. de inmigrantes illegales en Nuevo México”, que se calcula plan de la Gobernadora Susana Martinez, de no otorgar li- que excede los 584 millones de dólares anuales. cencias para manejar a los inmigrantes indocumentados. Su discurso incluyó referencias a un campo de entre- Poniendo énfasis en que los Estados Unidos es el úni- Caballos de primera línea listos para Venta Selecta Por Ty Wyant A Tempting Chick y A Political Time Las ventas del 2010 mostraron Una vez más, los mejores caballos están representadas por caballos de un un aumento del siete por ciento en de un año de cuarto de milla, se diri- año en la venta. Cada año se otorga el relación al 2009. El precio promedio gen hacia Ruidoso Downs para la Ven- título de Yegua del Año por la Ameri- de un caballo de un año fue de 35.048 ta Selecta de Ruidoso los dias 2,3 y 4 can Quarter Horse Association. dólares y cuatro de ellos se vendieron Cada uno de los mejores cinco ga- por más de 300.000 dólares. Ocho se Todas las camisas de de Septiembre. manga corta para La oferta anual de estos caballos nadores de dinero este año tienen crías vendieron por más de 200.000 dólares caballero a medio precio comenzará, cada noche, en el pabel- en la Venta Selecta. Ellos son Walk y 31 fueron comprados por más de thru Fire, Game Patriot, PYC Paint 100.000 dólares. Pantalones Wrangler lón de ventas al oeste de hipódromo, 13MWZ & 936DEN después de las carreras de esos días. El Your Wagon, Feature Mr Jess and Co- Encabezando la lista del año pas- $ 99 pabellón está situado detrás del Museo rona Cartel. El caballo semental First ado con 340.000 dólares estuvo Wild 23 Hubbard y el público está invitado. Down Dash es padre de 18 potrillos y N Fast, hijo de Corona Cartel y Wild Cintos para Dama y La calidad en la venta de este año potrancas de un año en la venta. Six, ganador del Rainbow Futurity. Caballeros 10% está refl ejada en el hecho de que las Las ventas comenzarán con la Corona Cartel es el padre de cuatro de Pantalones Cinch yeguas del año Corona Chick, For- oferta de 23 yeguas de cría y luego se los 10 califi cados para el All American $4999 tune of Delight, Fitting Celebration, ofrecerán más de 400 potrillos y po- Futurity este año con un premio de 2.4 First Prize Dash, My Dashing Lady, trancas de un año. millones de dólares. Venga y vea el nuevo inventario en Camisas de manga larga. Desde el Editor, www.ruidosofreepress.com. El con- estudiantes de todas las edades. Ruidoso Free Press reconoce la rica tenido bilingüe no sólo bene ciará ~ · ~ 1308 Sudderth • Ruidoso historia cultural de la región y ahora a nuestros lectores de habla en Para anunciarse en la sección espa- 575.257.9797 Abierto desde las 10 los 7 dias se publican artículos traducidos al español, pero también servirá como ñola de la Ruidoso gratis Morales de la semana español en el periódico y en línea en una herramienta educativa para los Prensa llame a Lisa 575-258-9922. August 30, 2011 Ruidoso Free Press 21 The art of jockeys featured at Ruidoso Downs Race Track Fans of Quarter Horse rac- a rider much of my life; it has ers on the reverse side. Jacky pre-signed their cards. ing can obtain collectible fi ne been my passion to do some- Martin, Kenny Hart and Kip Also heralding the dan- art through fundraisers on La- thing for these athletes that risk Didericksen are members of gerous actions of jockeys, in bor Day weekend at Ruidoso their lives every time they go the third series of trading cards artistic form, is Scott Wells Downs Racetrack to benefi t out on the track. There were created in 2011 by Harding, a who has written Teach- injured riders. “These are the times well-remembered that noted equine artist. Each se- ing Narcissus to Swim. greatest athletes, pound-for- we could have used a helping ries of three different images Through the eyes of a half pound,” Ginny Harding artist hand when my husband was will include only 1,000 cards, Indian, half cowboy turned and wife of a jockey states. injured.” Ginny’s contribution, and will not be reprinted, mak- jockey, this fi ctional book Ginny has seen fi rst-hand with trading cards. The proceeds ing them highly collectible. based in 1958 exposes the which these athletes must con- from the trading card sales go The second trio in the series sport, the people and the tend. Jockeys barrel down the to an injured jockey in need of is Danny Cardoza, Ramon horses that are so pas- race track on a 1000-pound assistance. Sanchez and Sam Thompson. sionate about this profes- animal traveling at 50 miles an On Sunday and Monday of The fi rst series represent Cody sion. Wells hosts a sign- hour with no protection other Labor Day weekend, many of Jensen, GR Carter and Jerry ing on Saturday, Sept. than a simple helmet and vest. the athletes will be on hand to Nicodemus. All of the athletes 3 at Ruidoso Downs When they fall, it can be cata- sign these fi ne art-colored pen- with the exception of Thomp- with profi ts going to the strophic. cil portraits with interesting son and Didericksen will be Permanently Disabled “Having been married to stats and facts about the rid- on hand for signing, who have Jockey’s Fund. ENTERTAINMENT CALENDAR • 8-30 thru 9-5 Ruidoso from 8:30 p.m. to 1:30 Tonight’s music: ulysses Guz- Things to do every day a.m. man; movie: Friday the 13th. For information, call the inn of the Ruidoso River Museum - Open at 101 dren 6 and under are free. Smokey Bear His- home to an extensive permanent collection SUNDAY Mountain Gods, 575-464-7777; Mechem Drive in the building which previ- torical Park is operated by EMNRD-Forestry of magni�icent carriages, wagons, saddles, SEPTEMBER 4 www.innofthemountaingods. ously housed Rush Ski Shop. The museum Division. �irearms and Indian artifacts, as well as All-American Gun & Western com/events/sundays-under-the- is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday Simulcast Horse Racing at Billy the Kid’s ever-changing traveling exhibits. Located Collectible Show, Ruidoso Con- stars-2/ through Monday. Admission is $5 for Adults Race Book at Ruidoso Downs Race Track & just east of the Ruidoso Downs Race Track vention Center, 111 Sierra blanca Graham Brothers perform at and $2 for Children. Casino. Simulcast races are shown live from on Highway 70, the entrance to the Museum dr., 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. The All Ameri- Pillow’s Funtracker - Open from 10 a.m. across the country and betting windows are features the landmark bronze “Free Spirits of billy’s Sports bar & Grill at the Ru- can Gun and Western Collect- idoso downs Racetrack & Casino to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and from open to place your wager. Billy’s Race Book Noisy Water,” one of the largest equine sculp- ible Show is just what the name 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. 101 also serves delicious food and has a full bar. tures in the U.S. with eight larger-than-life 7 to 11 p.m. implies. 180 tables of everything Live Music at WPS in Midtown Carrizo Canyon Road just off Sudderth. Pil- If you love horse racing, it is the place to go horses, representing seven different breeds. that relates to guns as well as low’s Funtrackers is the premier family fun every day. The Museum is open seven days a week from Ruidoso from 8:30 p.m. to 1:30 hunting equipment, knives, a.m. center in New Mexico. We have been pro- Flying J Chuckwagon Supper and Show 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission begins at $6 for cowboy gear, saddles, blankets, viding fun to thousands of families for over at the Flying J, on Highway 48 north of Ru- adults with discounts available for seniors, spurs, western relics, indian ar- MONDAY twenty years. Our park includes three go- idoso (every day except Sunday). Gates open military and youth. The Hubbard Museum tifacts, jewelry, coins and much SEPTEMBER 5 kart tracks, miniature golf, arcade, Moun- at 5:30 p.m., Gun�ight in the street of Bonita of the American West is owned and operated much more. For more informa- tain Maze, and seasonal attractions such City at 6:45 p.m., Dinner bell rings at 7 p.m., by the City of Ruidoso Downs. To �ind more Mercado Del Artisan Out- tion contact Mark doth at Grind- door Fair at River Rendezvous, as Bumper Boats, Panning for Gemstones, and the Flying J Wranglers take the stage information on the Hubbard Museum of the stone Graphics: 575-257-6171; Rock Climbing Wall, Extreme Air, and Kiddie at 7:50 p.m. Dinner and the show is $24 for American West, please visit www.hubbard- 524 Sudderth dr., 10 a.m. to 6:30 www.trekwest.com/gunshow/. p.m. Come enjoy live music & Bounce House. adults, $14 for children 4-12. museum.org or call 575-378-4142. Admission $5 adults, kids 12 & 1 and 2 Hour Guided Trail Rides in the Live Horse racing continues at Ruidoso Weekends — Ski Apache Summer Ac- wonderful fi ne art; including, under free. gourd art, pottery, mosaics, jew- Lincoln National Forest from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Downs Racetrack through Labor Day week- tivities invites you to Beat the Summer Heat “Airing of the Quilts” Quilt from Cowboys Riding Stables in Ruidoso end, culminating in the All American Futu- with Gondola rides from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. elry, metal art, photography, and Show, Sanctuary on the River, much, much, more! The No Name Downs. Call 575-378-8217 to reserve your rity, Sept. 5. Post time is noon every day for every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. (Pricing: 207 eagle dr., near Seasons Mall ride time. this special weekend. This year the races will $16 adults, $10 children, $10 seniors, $16 Café will be serving breakfast and in Midtown Ruidoso, 10 a.m. to lunch, so come sit and enjoy your Smokey Bear Park is open in Capitan. be held Friday through Monday, instead of military $10 military children.) Enjoy lunch 5 p.m. Quilts for Show & Sale, The Smokey Bear Historical Park is locat- the Thursday through Sunday schedule they and incredible views at the top of the moun- morning coff ee, or have your Classes in Quilting & Applique. lunch outside! For more informa- ed on highway 380 (better known as 118 have ran in the past. Visit RaceRuidoso.com tain in the Gazebo. (Lunch package: $27 Vendors with fabric, beads, gar- Smokey Bear Blvd.) in the heart of the Vil- for more information. adults and $21 for children.) Hiking trails tion, contact River Rendezvous: ments, & craft items. Sponsored 575-258-3409; www.ruidosoriv- lage of Capitan and is open everyday of the Hubbard Museum of the American with a variety of wildlife such as deer, elk, by the “Stash Sisters” quilt group year except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and West, Ruidoso Downs - the �irst New Mexico turkey and more are available. For more in- errendezvous.com. Free admis- & Sanctuary on the River. Ques- sion. New Year’s day. Entrance fees into the park museum to be granted “af�iliate” status with formation visit www.SkiApache.com or call tions? Please call: 575-258-1928; are $2 for adults, $1 for children 7-12. Chil- the Smithsonian Institution. The Museum is 888-262-0478. Carrizozo Labor Day Street www.sanctuaryontheriver.com. Fair and Cowboy Days Celebra- Free admission. tion, bar W Ranch, N. hwy 54 MM TUESDAY Casino from 5 to 10 p.m. tion contact Mark doth at Grind- Sacred Grounds Coff ee & Tea Mercado Del Artisan Out- 130.5.; Carrizozo heritage Muse- AUGUST 30 Doug Fuqua performs in Wen- stone Graphics: 575-257-6171; house, 2825 Sudderth dr., Ru- door Fair at River Rendezvous, um, 103 12th, St. and the hemp- www.trekwest.com/gunshow/. idoso, 6:30 - 9 p.m. A delega- Live Music at WPS in Midtown dell’s Lounge at the inn of the 524 Sudderth dr., 10 a.m. to 6:30 hill Arena, 1/2 Mile South of town Admission $5 adults, kids 12 & tion from Madame Mao’s beijing Ruidoso from 8:30 p.m. to 1:30 Mountain Gods Resort & Casino p.m. Come enjoy live music & on hwy 54. Cowboy roundup under free. dance Academy selects 11-year- a.m. from 5 to 11 p.m. wonderful fi ne art; including, starts at dawn at Spencer Ranch Cree Meadows Country Club old peasant villager Li Cunxin gourd art, pottery, mosaics, jew- followed by a - come and get it! - WEDNESDAY is hosting a fi sh fry and live band. to study ballet in far-off beijing, elry, metal art, photography, and home-cooked biscuits and gravy AUGUST 31 Tomas Vigil performs at Land- where he trains for seven gru- much, much, more! The No Name breakfast. Parade starts at 10 a.m. locked Restaurant on Mechem eling years to become one of Café will be serving breakfast and on 12th street at the Museum. Farmer’s Market at SbS Wood China’s greatest dancers. his ef- Shavings in Glencoe from 9 to 11 drive from 6 to 9 p.m. lunch, so come sit and enjoy your Festivities start immediately after Michael Beyer performs older forts win him the opportunity morning coff ee, or have your with live music, lots of vendors, a.m. to dance in America, opening songs and jazz at Kokopeli Coun- lunch outside! For more informa- an obstacle course, a rock climb- Gary Cozzens book sign- his eyes to a new love and the try Club in Alto from 7 to 10 p.m. tion, contact River Rendezvous: ing wall, great food and family ing and presentation on The possibility of a dramatic defec- Graham Brothers perform at 575-258-3409; www.ruidosoriv- fun. At 3 p.m., the cowboys will Nogal Mesa: A History of Kivas tion from China in this remark- billy’s Sports bar & Grill at the Ru- Big Brothers, Big Sisters errendezvous.com. Free admis- present a live rodeo at hemphill and Ranchers in Lincoln County, able true story based on Cunxin’s eNMu-Ruidoso, Room 119 from idoso downs Racetrack & Casino Rubber Ducky Derby, Two Riv- sion. Arena. For more information, call ers Park and the Ruidoso Valley autobiography. No purchase is noon to 1 p.m. and from 5:30 - 7 to 11 p.m. All American Derby, Ruidoso the Carrizozo Chamber of Com- Chamber of Commerce, 720 Sud- necessary. There is a matinee 6:30 p.m. The book signing is free Karaoke at The elks Lodge on downs Racetrack, 1461 hwy 70 merce: 575-648-2265; www.car- derth dr., 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Join showing at 4:30 p.m. of Ladies in and open to the public. A native highway 70, next to the Ruidoso e., Ruidoso downs. Post time for rizozochamber.org big brothers, big Sisters at the Lavender. For more information New Mexican and currently pres- emporium, at 7 p.m. with All For the fi rst race is noon. For more All-American Futurity at Ru- Ruidoso Valley Chamber of Com- contact Sacred Grounds Coff ee & ident of the Lincoln County his- Fun Karaoke. information, contact the Ruidoso idoso downs Racetrack, 1461 merce for the big rubber ducky Tea house: 575-257-2273; www. torical Society, Cozzens now lives The Eliminators perform at downs Racetrack, 575-378-4431; hwy 70 e., Ruidoso downs, 12 race! Prizes are: 1st Place: $250; sacredgroundscoffeeshop.com. on Nogal Mesa near the spot his Casa blanca Restaurant and Can- Free admission. www.raceruidoso.com. Free Ad- - 5 p.m. Ruidoso downs Race- 2nd Place: $150; 3rd Place: $100. grandparents homesteaded. his tina on Mechem drive from 7 to The Eliminators perform at mission. track presents the world’s rich- For more information, contact book is an in-depth look at the 9 p.m. Casa blanca Restaurant and Can- Sundays Under the Stars est Quarter horse race. For more Steve duff y: 575-258-4185. Rub- history, people, and events that Sawyer Brown, inn of the tina on Mechem drive from 7 to inn of the Mountain Gods. it’s information, contact the Ruidoso Mountain Gods, Mescalero, 8 - ber ducks are: $5 for 1 duck; $20 9 p.m. summer and we’re celebrating downs Racetrack, 575-378-4431; shaped the area off highway for 5 ducks; $100 for 25 ducks. 10 p.m. Come and see Sawyer Graham Brothers perform at with top-notch outdoor enter- www.raceruidoso.com. Free Ad- 37 between Nogal and the bo- “Airing of the Quilts” Quilt brown! in 1981, the band took billy’s Sports bar & Grill at the Ru- tainment at inn of the Mountain mission. nito Lake turnoff . beginning with Show, Sanctuary on the River, the name “Sawyer brown” after idoso downs Racetrack & Casino Gods! every Sunday night there Homegrown Boyz perform at the Jornada Mogollon culture, 207 eagle dr., near Seasons Mall Sawyer brown Road, a street 7 to 11 p.m. will be live music starting at 6 billy’s Sports bar & Grill at the Ru- The Nogal Mesa explores petro- in Midtown Ruidoso, 10 a.m. to near where they rehearsed. From p.m., followed by a movie! did we idoso downs Racetrack & Casino glyphs and pottery, pioneers and 5 p.m. Quilts for Show & Sale, sawyerbrown.com: “The world of mention it’s free? Make sure to 7 to 11 p.m. homesteaders, prospecting, the Classes in Quilting & Applique. Sawyer brown is fi lled with dirt bring chairs and blankets. Weath- Live Music at WPS in Midtown Mayberry Murders, the bonito Vendors with fabric, beads, gar- Pipeline, the Forest Service pres- roads, small towns, little thrills, er permitting. Children must Ruidoso from 8:30 p.m. to 1:30 ments, & craft items. Sponsored be accompanied by an adult. a.m. ence, and the Ranchman’s Camp tiny moments and intimate con- by the “Stash Sisters” quilt group through meticulous research, nections... but mostly, it’s about & Sanctuary on the River. Ques- oral histories, and photographs. recognition of how major those tions? Please call: 575-258-1928; For more information, contact things really can be: every day www.sanctuaryontheriver.com. PRCA RODEO-CONCERT SERIES eNMu-Ruidoso Community edu- people seeing themselves in Free admission. Visit www.ticketmaster.com or the NMSF Box Office cation: 575 257-3012. each other, the 5 men on stage Mercado Del Artisan Out- www.exponm.com Karaoke with DJ Pete at Lu- and their songs.” To date, Sawyer door Fair at River Rendezvous, cy’s Mexicali Restaurant in Mid- brown has released 20 studio al- 524 Sudderth dr., 10 a.m. to 6:30 Easton Corbin David Nail town from 9:30 p.m. to close. bums, 3 of which have been cer- $18, $27 & $37.50 $16, $25 & $35.50 p.m. Come enjoy live music & September 15 September 22 The Sterilizers perform tifi ed gold. More than 50 of their wonderful fi ne art; including, at Casa blanca Restaurant on singles have entered the u.S. bill- gourd art, pottery, mosaics, jew- Bernie Jessome as Roy Or- Craig Morgan Restless Heart Mechem drive from 6 to 9 p.m. board hot Country Songs charts, elry, metal art, photography, and bison at the Spencer Theater for $18, $27 & $37.50 $16, $25 & $35.50 including three #1 singles. For the Performing Arts, 108 Spencer September 16 September 23 Live Music at WPS in Midtown much, much, more! The No Name 1 Ruidoso from 8:30 p.m. to 1:30 more information call inn of the Café will be serving breakfast and Rd., 8 - 10 p.m. Pre-show enchi- 1 Rodney Atkins Joe Diffie Mountain Gods: 1-800-545-9011; lada dinner buff et at 6 p.m. be- $18, $27 & $37.50 $16, $25 & $35.50 a.m. lunch, so come sit and enjoy your September 17 www.innofthemountaingods. morning coff ee, or have your fore the performance. A tribute September 24 THURSDAY com/events/sawyer-brown-9-2/ lunch outside! For more informa- concert featuring a performer SEPTEMBER 1 Aaron R. Lacombe and Com- tion, contact River Rendezvous: that does Roy Orbison the way Cree Meadows Country Club pany perform at Casa blanca Res- 575-258-3409; www.ruidosoriv- Roy Orbison did: with a power- is hosting a taco bar and dJ. taurant on Mechem drive from 9 errendezvous.com. Free admis- ful baritone three-or-four octave Live Music at WPS in Midtown to 10 p.m. sion. impassioned voice capable of Ruidoso from 8:30 p.m. to 1:30 Music & Video w/ DJ Mike Book Signing with Bob E. taking on Orbison’s complex a.m. at Lucy’s Mexicali Restaurant in Johnson, books etc., 2340 Sud- musical arrangements that some Midtown Ruidoso from 9 p.m. to derth dr., 2 - 4 p.m. Come buy a critics refer to as almost operatic. FRIDAY 1 a.m. book and meet the author of The Canadian bernie Jessome has SEPTEMBER 2 Live Music at WPS in Midtown Wind Passes. For more informa- been called the best Roy Orbison Book Signing with Paranor- Ruidoso from 8:30 p.m. to 1:30 tion, call 575-257-1594. Admis- impersonator on the continent. mal Mystery Author: Darynda a.m. sion free with purchase of book. “There are some good ones, but Jones, books etc., 2340 Sudderth Mark Kashmar, acoustic gui- only Jessome can actually hit dr., 2 - 4 p.m. Come and get your SATURDAY tars and vocals, performs at Zoc- those high notes like Orbison copy of First Grave on the Right, or SEPTEMBER 3 ca Coff ee from 2-4 p.m. did.” For more information, con- Second Grave on the Left signed All-American Gun & Western Doug Fuqua performs in Wen- tact the Spencer Theater: 1-888- by Paranormal Mystery Author, Collectible Show, Ruidoso Con- dell’s Lounge at the inn of the 818-7872; www.spencertheater. darynda Jones. For more informa- vention Center, 111 Sierra blanca Mountain Gods Resort & Casino com. Tickets for the buff et are tion, call 575-257-1594. Admission dr., 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. The All Ameri- from 5 to 11 p.m. $20. Tickets for the performance free with purchase of a book(s). can Gun and Western Collect- Mike Sanjku performs in are $66 and $69. Cantina Night at Laughing ible Show is just what the name Wendell’s Restaurant at the inn Aaron LaCombe Band per- Sheep Farm, 1 mile west of Lin- implies. 180 tables of everything of the Mountain Gods Resort & forms at Casa blanca Restaurant coln, hwy 380, mm 96, from 5 to that relates to guns as well as Casino from 5 to 10 p.m. and Cantina on Mechem drive 9 p.m. Live music with guitar and hunting equipment, knives, Tomas Vigil performs at from 9 to 10 p.m. fi ddle playing Western Swing. cowboy gear, saddles, blankets, Landlocked Restaurant & bar on Michael Beyer performs older Mike Sanjku performs in spurs, western relics, indian ar- Mechem from 6 to 9 p.m. songs and jazz at Kokopeli Coun- Wendell’s Restaurant at the inn tifacts, jewelry, coins and much Free Movie at Sacred try Club in Alto from 7 to 10 p.m. of the Mountain Gods Resort & much more. For more informa- Grounds: Mao’s Last Dancer, Live Music at WPS in Midtown 22 Ruidoso Free Press August 30, 2011 ‘Financial Peace University’ SPENCER from pg. 17 powerful entertainers who weave effortlessly & Joan Dale Hubbard Foundation, Ventanas, The from John Denver to Puccini, Merle Haggard to Enjoyment of Fine Southwestern Living, Rainmak- coming to Ruidoso Sept. 20 Leonard Bernstein. A public pre-performance ers, New Mexico Magazine, Ruidoso.net, MTD Media Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran lies have paid off $5,300 in debt and Barbecue Brisket Buffet will be in the Crystal radio stations KRUI-1490 AM, KIDX 101.5 FM, KNMB– Lobby at 5 p.m. Tickets are $20 per person. 96.7 FM, KTUM 107.1 FM, KWES 93.5 FM, KBUY 1360 Church in Ruidoso will hold Dave saved $2,700 in just the first 90 days. AM and KWES 1450 AM Fox Sports; KEDU 102.3 FM, Ramsey’s ‘Financial Peace Univer- Dave Ramsey hosts a nation- Go to www.spencertheater.com to view the entire 2011-12 Winter Season schedule. KOBR Channel 8, Burt Broadcasting in Alamogordo sity’ on Tuesday evenings this fall. wide syndicated radio program and Get your season tickets by calling the Spencer KZZX 105.3 FM, and the publicity support of Ruidoso The first session is Sept. 20. is a frequent guest on financial TV Theater at (575) 336-4800 or go online to www. News, Ruidoso Free Press, Ruidoso.net and Ruidoso- The curriculum is a 13-week cable channels. spencertheater.com. (The site allows for secure attractions.com. video-based series, featuring finan- Two free-of-charge preview ordering). You may also request a brochure with Spencer Theater is a world-class performance cial expert Ramsey as the instructor, evenings are scheduled for 6:30 p.m. show descriptions be mailed to your home or busi- hall located in the Sacramento Mountain settle- incorporates small group discussion Tuesday, Sept. 6, and Tuesday, Sept. ness. You can purchase tickets at the box office at ment of Alto, about 12 miles north of downtown Ruidoso. Unique architecture, outstanding acous- and personal financial planning. 13, at 6:30 at Shepherd of the Hills 108 Spencer Road, Airport Highway 220, Alto, NM. Business hours are 9 a.m - 5 p.m. By fax, series and tics, intimate seating, and excellent artistry are the Ramsey’s entertaining approach church, located at 1120 Hull Road. single tickets can be ordered at (575) 336-0055. By Spencer’s celebrated features. The elegant, award- makes use of humor, informative Registration for the 13-week email, single tickets may be ordered at boxoffice@ winning hall, which first raised its curtains in 1997, financial information and biblical course may be made after attend- spencertheater.com. By mail, write to Donna Clarke, seats 514, with no seats farther than 67 feet from the messages. ing one of the preview sessions. The Box Office Manager, Spencer Theater, 108 Spencer 4,770 square-foot stage. The Spencer also has a 964 The course includes: public is invited. Road, Alto, NM 88312. square-foot outdoor stage that can seat 1,500. From Winter Season 2011-2012 is sponsored in part its Spanish mica-flecked limestone face to the crystal • Putting together a monthly For more information about Fi- nancial Peace University, visit www. by The Hugh Bancroft Jr. Foundation, The Lodge at lobby, the building itself is a work of art. Free public spending plan that really works Sierra Blanca, the Inn of the Mountain Gods, Sierra tours are offered at 10 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thurs- daveramsey.com, or contact Shep- • The step-by-step process for Blanca Motors, Ruidoso Ford-Lincoln-Mercury, R.D. days throughout the year. herd of the Hills at 258-4191. getting out of debt for good • How to set financial goals and really com- municate about money Worship More than one million households have already benefited from ‘Financial Services Peace University.’ On av- ANGLICAN erage, participating fami- FNF NEW MEXICO, LLC The Anglican Church of the Savior CANNON Fr. John Hu man, Pastor; 2816 Sudderth, INDUSTRIES 106 Close Road Ruidoso. For more information, call 575-257-2300 Father John @ 937-7977 575-258-5030 St. Eleanor Mescalero Family Wor ship Center Residential & Commercial Pete J. Luna, Sr. Pastor; Elden D. Stilly, Church will be General Contractors Assoc. Pastor; 464-4741 www.ruidososeptic.com First Assembly of God having a Rev. E. Thomas Kearns, Pastor; 139 EI ARROWHEAD Paso Road, Ruidoso 257-2324 STROUD ROOFING ASSEMBLY OF GOD gigantic yard Serving Lincoln County Insurance Agency Carrizozo Community Church (AlG) 600 Mechem · Ruidoso sale on Saturday, for over 30 years Barbara Bradley, Pastor. Corner of C Ave. Residential & Commercial & Thir teenth 575-257-1555 · 1-800-937-3359 FREE ESTIMATES BAPTIST AUTO · HOME · BUSINESS & RANCH September 3 575-378-4819 Offi ce www.stroudinsurance.com 575-937-1451 Cell Canaan Trail Baptist 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Roland Burnett, Pastor; Located just ERIC N. THOMPSON OWNER past milepost 14 on Hwy. 48, between 207 Junction Rd. PENNY Angus & Capitan. 336-1979 PINCHERS First Baptist Church - Carrizozo; 314 COIN SHOP Tenth Ave., Carrizozo. 648-2968; Hayden Buy · Sell · Trade · Rare Coins Smith, Pastor Outdoor service Bullion Silver & Gold · Free Appraisals First Baptist Church - Ruidoso 1509 Sudderth Drive 127 Rio (Eagle at Rio) • P.O. Box 1242 270 Country Club Drive, Ruidoso,NM 575-257-2057 800-628-3269 • 575-257-7597 email: [email protected] 88345. (575) 257-2081; Dr. Allen www.goldenyarnfl ooring.com at Shepherd Stoddard, Pastor First Baptist Church - Ruidoso Downs of the Hills 361 E. Hwy 70, 378-4611, Randy Widener, Pastor Lutheran Church 7:30-7 Mon- Fri • 8-6 Sat • 9-4:30 Sun First Baptist Church - Tinnie 2815 Sudderth • Ruidoso • 575-257-5410 The Helpful Hardware Place Bill Jones, Pastor 2814 Sudderth Drive Shepherd of the Hills Also featuring: Benjamin Moore Paint, Mescalero Baptist Mission 575-257-5606 575-257-6655 FAX Lutheran Church is hold- Full Line Brand Name Appliances 1016 Old Road Box 9, Mescalero, NM www.villageacehardwareruidoso.com 88340, 585-973-0560, Pastor Zach Email: [email protected] ing their outdoor worship Malott service in the church pavil- Mountain Baptist Church Independent-Fundamental KJV. 145 E. E J ENTERPRISE ion at 8:30 a.m. on Sunday Grandview Capitan - (575) 937-4019 SIGNS mornings. Ruidoso Baptist Church 114 Horton Circle Wayne Joyce, Pastor; 126 Church Drive, 575-257-5699 Members and visitors 341 Sudderth Drive Palmer Gateway. 378-4174 • BANNERS are often joined by one of 575.257.7303 Trinity Southern Baptist Church • VEHICLE GRAPHICS God’s creation in the form of www.lagroneruidoso.com (south on Highway 48) 700 Mt. Capitan • OUTDOOR SIGNAGE Rd. 354 -2044. Mel Gnatkowski, pastor St. Matthias Episcopal Chapel Lincoln. For details of this and other Ed Vinson, Pastor a deer. This additional wor- Carrizozo, 6th & E Street Quaker activities contact Sandra Smith The Ruidoso Physical 808-0607 Church Out of Church ship service runs through BAHA’I FAITH FOURSQUARE at 575-653-4951 Meeting at the Flying J Ranch, 1028 Therapy Clinic Baha’i Faith Capitan Foresquare Church PENTECOSTAL Hwy. 48, Alto. Pastors: Tim & Julie Labor Day weekend. Gilliland. Mailing Address: 1009 439 Mechem Drive Meeting in members’ homes. 257-2987 Highway 48, Capitan. Harold W. Perry, Apostolic Pentecostal Assembly Led by Rev. Thomas or 258-5595 Pastor Retired Pastor and author Harry A. Mechem #11 Ruidoso 88345. 575-258- Schoech, the outdoor ser- 575-257-1800 BUDDHIST EVANGELICAL Peyton 1388. Check website for additional Abundant Life United Pentecostal information: www.churchoutofchurch. www.ruidosopt.com Buddhism of the Lotus Sutra The Lighthouse Christian com. Keepin’ it simple ... Keepin’ it real! vice is followed by Bible George Brown; 257-1569 Fellowship Church Church of Ruidoso Cornerstone Church class at 9:30 a.m. and the CATHOLIC 1035 Mechem Dr. (575) 802-5242 613 Sudderth Dr. Unit D. Pastor, Art Cornerstone Square, 613 Sudderth & Saint Eleanor Catholic Church FULL GOSPEL Dunn, Youth Pastor, Nathaniel Dunn. REMODELING CONSTRUCTION regular worship service at Drive, 257-9265. John & Joy Wyatt, Bathrooms and Kitchens Free home Bible studies N JON CRUNK 120 Junction Road, Ruidoso, 257- 2330. Full Gospel Business Men’s Pastors 10:30 a.m. held indoors. Windows Replacement O Reverend AI Galvan Fellowship Int’l PRESBYTERIAN O I .NC., INSURANCE Cowboy Church Room Additions Shepherd of the Hills is lo- Saint Theresa Catholic Church K-Bob’s Hwy. 70 in Rui doso. Ron Rice, First Presbyterian Church Preacher Buster Reed of Amarillo. Call & 456 Mechem, Suite A 354-0255, e-mail fgbm¥ @ruidoso-on- 101 Sulton Drive (Nob Hill), Ruidoso, Garages/Decks MPO Corona. Sunday Mass: 6 p.m. 378-4840 for more info ://t o on .c cated at 1120 Hull Road, Ruidoso, NM Steel Buildings HS, line.com 257-2220. Tony Chambless, Pastor Sales O GNChttp ALTO h mpson-l 88312 g om Saint Joseph’s Apache Mission Foot of the Cross Chris tian T 575-257-0550 • 575-257-1155 Erection L866-895-7149 (fax) Ruidoso. The church office Ancho Community Presbyterian Service Mescalero. Father Paul Botenhagen, Mission Fountain of Living Water Ministries 575-336-1965 is open from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. OFM San Patricio Church 2812 Sud derth (Pine Tree Shopping Our Lady of Guadalupe JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES Pastor Terry Aiello, CLP Center) Pastor, Phil Appel. For more info weekdays. For more infor- Bent. Father Larry Gosselin Jehovah’s Witness - Ruidoso Corona United Presby terian Church please call 937-8677 or visit our web site mation call 575-258-4191. Sacred Heart Catholic Church Kingdom Hall 1102 Gavilan Canyon Rd., Pastor Terry Aiello, CLP at www.thefootofthe cross.org 299 3rd St, Capitan, 354-9102 336-4147, 257-7714 Nogal Presbyterian Grace Harvest Church Santa Rita Catholic Church Congregacion Hispana de los Church Reverend Bill Se bring 1108 Gavilan Canyon Rd, 336-4213 From Your First To Your Finest! Preschool 243 Birch, Carrizozo. 648-2853. Father Testigos de Je hova REFORMED CHURCH Iglesia Bautista “Vida Eterna” 888-336-7711 Franklin Eichhorst 1102 Gavilan Canyon Rd., 336-4147, Mescalero Reformed Pastor Rev, Ramon Robledo. 207 East 931 State Hwy 48 • Alto • 575-336-7711 CHRISTIAN 378-7095 Mescalero. Bob Schut, Pastor Circle, Ruidoso Downs, NM 88346, 361 www.altorealestate.com Sunday Christian Community Church JEWISH / HEBREW SEVENTH DAY ADVEN TIST E. Hwy. 70, (575) 378-8108. Email: 127 Rio Corner w/Eagle, Mid-town. For Kehilla Bat- Tzion & Hebrew Ruidoso Seventh Day Adventist [email protected] school starts Yesterday more information call: 378-7076 Learning Center, Inc. 207 Parkway, Agua Fria, Ruidoso J Bar J Church THE WAGON WHEEL An Antiques First Christian Church (Disciples 2204 Sudderth Dr. Ruidoso, NM 88345 Downs, 378-4161. Pastor Andrew 40 Hwy 70W, 575-257-6899 Pecans & Southwest Gifts of Christ) 575-257-0122 Spooner 575-437-8916; 1st Elder Pastor Charles W. Clary. E-mail: & Collectibles Mall [email protected] Sept. 11 1001 Mechem • Ruidoso Rev. Ryan Arnold; 1211 Hull at Gavilan LUTHERAN Manuel Maya 575-937 4487 2526 Sudderth • Ruidoso 575-937-2839 • 575-258-3250 Canyon Road, 258-4250 Miracle Life Ministry Center 575-257-5876 Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST Ron Rice & Cather ine Callahan, Sunday school instruc- ~ OPEN DAILY ~ Carrizo Christian Fellowship FELLOWSHIP www.hooperpecanfarm.com www.yesterdayantiques.com Church Ministers Available 24 hours for heal ing, Leonard Kanese wah Ill, Pastor. 56 White 575-258-4191; 1120 Hull Road. Pastor Sacramento Mountains Unitarian tion at Shepherd of the Mt. Dr., 3 mi. W of Inn of the Mountain prayer. 354-0255; e-mail miraclelife@ Thomas Schoech. www.shlcruidoso.org Universalist Fellowship ruidoso-on line.com Hills Lutheran Church in ALL RIGHT PLUMBING Gods Mescalero. 464-4656 METHODIST Call 336-2170 or 257-8912 for location Peace Chapel Interde nominational IBSON LEONAR Ruidoso for children ages & HEATING CHURCH OF CHRIST Community United Methodist NON-DENOMINATIONAL GL A W& F I R MD Gateway Church of Christ (ULC), Alto North, 336-7075. Jeamsie 2-5 will begin at 9:30 a.m. 575-336-4927 • 575-937-0921 Church American Missionary Fellowship Price, Pastor 505 Mechem Dr. · Ruidoso 415 Sudderth, Rui doso, 257-4381 Junc tion Road, behind Wells Fargo Residential & Commercial Rick Smith, 682-2999. E-mail: RickS@ Racetrack Chapel 575-257-1010 on Sept. 11. Church of Christ - Capitan Bank. Stephanie Harmon, Pastor. americanmission ary.org Real Estate Contracts · Collections Highway 48. Joshua Watkins, Minister Horseman’s Entrance, Hwy 70, 505-378- For this Rally Day cel- Free Estimates Capitan United Methodist Church Calvary Chapel 7264. Chaplain Darrell Winter Estate Planning · Family Law CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST LDS ebration, Mariachi San Pab- License # MM98-84640 Pastor Jean Riley and the congregation 127 Vi sion, next to Cable Co., 257-5915. The Word of Life Church LORI GIBSON JULIE ANNE LEONARD Church of Jesus Christ LDS of Capitan United Methodist. White Pastor John Mar shall Rev. Chuck Fulton, pas tor/648-2339. lo, a music ministry of the First Christian Church Ruidoso Ward, 1091 Mechem Bishop Oaks and Third in Capitan. 575-648- Casa de Oracion Comu nidad 711 ‘E’ Ave., Carrizozo, NM. A¯ liated Ysleta Lutheran Mission in Jon Ogden, (575) 258-1253 2846 Cristiana with the Evangelistic Assembly Church BLUE GEM Child Development Center Church of Jesus Christ LDS Trinity United Methodist Church Ruidoso 304 Sudderth Dr., Ruidoso, NM El Paso, will lead the music. 1211 Hull NON-SECTARIAN at River Crossing Mescalero Branch, Mormon 1000 D. Ave. 648-2893/648-2846. 88345 (575) 257-6075. Pas tor: Carlos Spiritual Awareness Study Group 575-258-1490 Car rizozo. Jean Riley, Pastor The Sunday school Hands-On Developmentally Appropriate Missionaries (575) 317-2375 & Gabby Carreon. *All Services are Minister: George N. Brown, PhD. ULC. 1830 Sudderth Dr. is geared toward families Curriculum • A 4-Star Facility EPISCOPAL NAZARENE Bilingual* - Translators Available 257-1569 Accepting 8 Weeks to 12 Years Episcopal Church of the Holy Mount Angus Church of the Nazarene Centro Familiar Des tino Men’s Bible Study, Band Of 575-257-3771 who currently have no OPEN: Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 121 Mescalero Trail, Ruidoso. Rev. Judith Angus, 12 miles north of Ruidoso on 304 Sudderth Dr., Rui doso, NM 88345, Brothers home church but desire Burgess Rec tor 257-2356. Website: Hwy. 48, 336-8032. Rick Hutchison, (575) 257-0447. Services are bilin gual Call 937-0071 for times and location www.eclc.us Pastor Christ Church in the Downs The 1st Iglesia Apos tollca de la Fe Christian instruction for St. Anne’s Episcopal Chapel in QUAKER Ruidoso Downs, 378-8464. AI and en Cristo Jesus their children. Glencoe Quaker Worship Group Marty Lane, Pastors Located at: 613 Sudderth Dr. Suite Episcopal Chapel of San Juan in Unpro grammed meeting at the Christ Community Fel lowship D, Ruidoso. (575) 937-7957 · (575) An informational Lincoln Anderson-Freeman Visi tor’s Center in Capitan, High way 380 West, 354-2458. 973-5413 open house will be held 2825 Sudderth Drive • 575-257-0454 at the church from 2 - 4 Dr. Kelly Fros t • www.hearnm.com This church feature is sponsored by these civic-minded businesses and individuals. p.m. on Aug. 27. Refresh- ments will be provided. EXTREME CLEAN VICI Insulation the This event allows parents 201 E. Circle Drive ENERGY SAVING SOLUTIONS ruidoso emporium 519 W. Hwy. 70 and children to learn more 575-937-4776 151 Highway 70 East, Suite A Residential • Commerical • Industrial (Located at the ‘Y’) 575-257-1091 about the class and meet 26147 US Hwy 7 E-mail: [email protected] FREE ESTIMATES Ruidoso Downs, NM 88346 575-937-4690 the staff. Pre-registration References Available 575.378.3333 575-378-1951 “The Everything Store” will be available. Shepherd of the Hills Chely’s MTD Inc. MOTEL 6 HERRERA is located at 1120 Hull Rd. BOOTS & JEANS HOUSEKEEPING 575.258.9922 PLUMBING, HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING 134 SUDDERTH • RUIDOSO of Ruidoso Residential • Commercial When you have 412 US Hwy 70 West in Ruidoso. 575-630-8034 Residential • Rentals • Free Estimates the opportunity, FREE ESTIMATES For more information, Weekly - Bi-Weekly - Monthly we hope you will listen 575-630-1166 New Construction/Remodels/Mobile Home 2850 N. WHITE SANDS BLVD. to our radio stations that serve 1-800-4MOTEL6 Certifi ed contact the church office at ALAMOGORDO 575-257-0556 listeners all over Southeast New RUBEN & JAMES HERRERA, Owners 575-437-4721 575-937-7122 Cell www.motel6.com 575-937-5227 / 575-937-3011 • Lic# 87536 258-4191. Mexico and West Texas. August 30, 2011 Ruidoso Free Press 23 Classifieds Call 258-9922 or stop by 1086 Mechem (MTD Media) to place your classified ad. Deadline for Legal Notices and Classified Display is Wed. at 5 p.m.; Deadline for Classified Liners is Thurs. at 5 p.m. 120 OTICES LEGAL N 130 EMPLOYMENT 130 EMPLOYMENT 190 ReAL EsTATE 190 ReAL EsTATE 190 ReAL EsTATE 190 ReAL EsTATE available. Financial Aid if qualified. LEGAL NOTICE SCHEV certified. Call 800-481-9409 www.CenturaOnline.com The Ruidoso Planning Commission Eastern New Mexico will hold a public hearing at its University-Ruidoso 320 ctions Au regular meeting scheduled on Sep- is recruiting well-qualified PRIVATE INVESTOR AD VERTISE YOUR AUCTION in 33 tember 20, 2011 at Village Hall, 313 New Mexico newspapers for only Cree Meadows Drive. The meeting applicants for: $100. 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TWELFTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT JOB LISTINGS: GARAGE SALE COURT Wastewater Treatment Saturday 8-2. Decorative COUNTY OF LINCOLN accessories, linens, rugs, golf STATE OF NEW MEXICO Plant Instrument and clubs, art, dog gates, lots of Electrical Technician ladies clothing, jewelry and MAC H. SMITH, Salary $20.48 hourly. shoes. Much, much more. Plaintiff, Applications will be accepted No junk! v. until 4:00pm on Friday, 117 Deer Park in Alto MICHAEL G. LAMB and September 2, 2011. LISA M. LAMB, Heavy Equipment Operator Capitan Village-Wide Defendants. Salary $13.86 hourly. Applications will be accepted Yard Sale: Saturday, CV 2011 -00813 until 4:00pm on Friday, September 2, 2011. Sept. 10 at 8:00 am. Div. III Registration forms are avail- Water Distribution and 616 Mechem • Ruidoso, NM • (575) 257-4011 • 800-530-4597 able at the Library, N2SS, Silk NOTICE OF PENDENCY OF SUIT Sewer Collection Manager ©2011. An independently owned and operated member of Prudential Real Estate Affiliates, Inc. and Pearls, and Village Hall. Prudential is a registered service mark of The Prudential Insurance Company of America. Equal Housing Opportunity. TO: LISA M. LAMB Salary $54,687 annually ($2,103.35 bi-weekly). Forms must be returned to Applications will be accepted until 4:00pm on the Library by Thursday, 9/9 GREETINGS: Wednesday, September 7, 2011. at 5:00 pm along with the $5 fee. Maps listing all sales YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that Complete job descriptions and applications at the Village there has been filed in the District will be ready by 7:00 am on of Ruidoso, 313 Cree Meadows Dr., Ruidoso, NM 88345. Saturday, 9/10 at the above Court of Lincoln County, State of Phone 258-4343 or 1-877-700-4343. Fax 258-5848. Web- New Mexico, a certain cause of businesses. action wherein Mac Smith is the site www.ruidoso-nm.gov. “Drugfree Workplace.” EEOE. Plaintiff and you are one of the de- 390 MuSICAL Merchandise fendants, the same being Cause No. houseeping ke ! Fridays only. GOOD LOCATION ON SUDDERTH GORGEOUS HOME WITH VIEW 2100 ACRES HONDO VALLEY baldwin spinNEt piano Additional days possible. Call 575- 170 BUSINESS OPPORTUNI- Yee’s Oriental Restaurant - well-estab- 4 Bdrms, 3 ba. + office or 5th bedroom. Granite Approximately 2100 acres in the Hondo CV-2011-00183, Division III. TIES Tuned. Dark finish. $600.00 802-5291 for information lished restaurant. Building, name, furniture, countertops throughout, incl. bathrooms. Wood, Valley. Beautiful views, some tree cover. 575-937-2006 The object and purpose of the said P eRMANENT Cosmetics busi- fixtures & inventory go with the sale. High tile, carpet & Pergo flooring. New light fixtures, One of the last with so much acreage to- suit is to foreclose the mortgage Hufstedler Appraisal ness for sale. Equipment, supplies, visibility restaurant & good parking. Books new plumbing fixtures throughout. 2 FPs, cus- gether. Fee simple, no leased, no restric- 460 stoc Live k & Pets in favor of the Plaintiff securing a Seeking qualified office furniture and client list. 575-378- available to qualified buyers. $790,000 tom cabinetry work all through the home. Master tions. There are so many possibilities. SUNDANCE HORSE FARM promissory note against the follow- assistant. 9944 MLS #109419 bedroom main level. Living room and den. Partial Priced at only $1,459,000. Ask for Gary 2 year old race babies. Excellent ing described real property: fenced yard. Covered & uncovered decks to enjoy Lynch. MLS #108869 lineage. TB’s and QH eligible for All Must multi-task, have good 190 ReAL EsTATE the view. Paved drive. $329,500 MLS #109278 Lot 3, Block 6, RANCHO phone skills, quick learner. American Derby. 575-378-8163 RUIDOSO VALLEY ESTATES, Email resume to appraisal- All American Looking for a career in Real Estate? Call us! For additional listings & other valuable information: Lincoln County, New Mexico, ToY FOX TerriEr PUPPIES. [email protected] Realty AKC+UKC. 2 males looking for a as shown by the plat thereof No phone calls, no walk ins. www.PrudentialLynchRealty.com filed in the Office of the County HOMES & home. $300 each or both for $500. 575-336-1540 Clerk and Ex-officio Recorder of APARTMENTS for mobile. Fisher Real Estate 575- ample parking, motivated. Call Lincoln County, New Mexico on The CiTY OF Ruidoso FOR RENT 258-0003 Fisher Real Estate 575-258-0003 510 mpers Ca /Travel November 30, 1982 in Cabinet Downs is now accepting Trailers D, Slide Nos. 99 to 103, both applications for Commu- 2 and 3 bedroom Loma Grande, lot 4 El Vado Rd. 310 scellaneous Mi www.PrudentialLynchRealty.com E lkhORN CABOver, slide in inclusive. nication Detention Officer. homes, apartments 150x300, level with views, electric- THE NEW MEXICO SEED LOAN camper. Fits long wide bed pickup. Certified pays $12.36/hour. $475 to $1,000 / RENTALS ity and culvert. $21,000 575-973- YOU ARE NOTIFIED that unless you PROGRAM is available to small Queen bed, 3-way refrig, furnace, Uncertified is $11.51/hour. HOUSES CONDOS 1665 enter your appearance or file plead- month in Ruidoso businesses owned by individuals bathroom, 3 burner stove, oven, Full benefit package. Closing ings herein on or before September and Capitan 302 C STREET – UNF 2 bedroom, 3/4 THE SPRINGS #11 – FURN 3 BDR / 3 with disabilities and provides low microwave, lots of storage. 575- date is September 6th on ac- bath w/ carport. $700/Mo + utilities. BA. No pets. $2100/Mo includes utilities. LENDER SALE. 40 Acres -$39,900. 21, 2011, the Plaintiff will take ap- interest loans for the purchase of 336-1540 Leave message dan- cepting applications. EEOE Call Call Pat 225 SANTIAGO – FURN or UNF 3 101 RACQUET COURT #3 – FURN Spellbinding views of snow-capped plication to the Court for a Decree equipment and related supplies [email protected] For complete job description BDR / 2 BA with 2-car garage, mi- 2 BDR / 1.5 BA. $1100/Mo includes mountains! Adjacent to National by Default, and Decree by Default 257-8444 or needed to expand or start a busi- and application visit the City crowave, dishwasher, & W/D. Guest utilities. Forest. Maintained all weather ness. Contact the New Mexico Seed 530 TrANSPORTATION will be rendered against you as 937-7611 for roads w/electric. Close to Ruidoso. Hall at 123 Downs Dr NM. Call quarters with full bath, kitchenette & THE SPRINGS #31 – FURN 2 BDR Loan Program at 1-855-891-8295 or S ONSIGNeLL OR C prayed for in the complaint. information. W/D. $2750/Mo + utilities. Financing available. Call NMRS 888- 575-378-4422 or email us at / 2 BA stand-alone condo. $1650/ www.nmseedloans.org for more in- unneeded vehicles running or not The name of the plaintiff’s attor- [email protected]. 116 JUNIPER – UNF 4 BDR, 2 1/2 BA Mo (with minimum 6 month lease) 676-6979 formation. A low interest loan pro- 205 Room for Rent with 2 car garage. $1000/Mo + utilities. includes utilities. Cars • Trucks • Boats • R.V.s ney is Richard A. Hawthorne, P.A., gram of DVR State of New Mexico. Hwy 70 location 147 MUSKETBALL – UNF 2 BDR, 1 MANUFACTURED HOMES 260 APARTMENT RENTALS: whose address is 1221 Mechem, 140 GeNERAL Help Wanted StUDIO IN BARN $350+deposit FURN / UNFURN Call Rich at 575-808-0660 Suite 2, Ruidoso, New Mexico, Pets ok 575-378-8163 BA. Wood burning stove, jacuzzi tub, 1218 LITTLE BIG HORN – Partially C uSTOMER Service Rep for washer/dryer, storeroom/workshop, FURN 3 BDR / 2 BA. $875/Mo + utilities. 1 AND 2 BEDROOM APART- TENTS! or 575-378-0002 88345. small Western Company. $7.50 to Amy’s Tents for rent. 210 RoOMMATE Wanted well & deck. $1000/Mo + utilities. 467 BRADY CANYON – UNF 3 BDR, ments for rent. Unfurnished. Bills 550 OR AUTOS F SALE WlTNESS my hand and seal of the $10.00/hr. 40hr/week Work from H H H H H H H H H H 221 KEYES DRIVE – UNF 3 BDR, 2 BA. Wood stove, fenced back yard. paid. 575-258-3111 Weddings, parties, shade. Home. Requirements. Bilingual. Call Eddie for sizes and price. 2002 MuSTANG CONvertible. District Court of Lincoln County, Roommate Wanted! 2BA. Wheelchair ramp, gas log fire- Pet allowed with owner approval. Spanish and English Basic Com- place. No pets. $1200/Mo + utilities. 575-973-0964 46,000 miles. Black with tan top. New Mexico this 22nd day of July, Lovely home at Cree Meadows. $900/Mo + gas & electric. El Capitan 2011. puter Skills, Quiet home-based 135 N. CANDLEWOOD – UNF 1 BDR, 1 481 PARADISE CANYON – FURN Excellent condition. Extras. $9,500. 650-703-5224 575-808-2783 work environment, Available to H H H H H H H H H H BA. Wood-burning fireplace, jacuzzi tub, 3 BDR, 2 BA. Log siding & deck. Apartments H H H H H H H H H H DISTRICT COURT CLERK washer/dryer, deck. $850/Mo + utilities. $1600/Mo includes utilities. work weekends. 605-206-0581 Large 1 & 2 12 box seats for sale 580 uc Tr ks By: /s/ Email Resume: steve@smartsale- 215 CaBIN & RV rentals bedroom apartments, for the All American Futurity, Margie Lueras sandlease.com 575-257-4011 • 800-530-4597 2005l Si veRADO 2500 CREW R V SPACES FOR RENT by month View these rentals at: www.ruidosorelo.com long or short Saturday, Sunday and Monday. cab, 4/wheel drive, 5th wheel, tow Deputy Clerk ©2011. An independently owned and operated member of Prudential Real Estate Affiliates, Inc. or year. Call 575-258-3111 term lease. 575-973-0964 package, extra gas tank, one owner. 145 ANTED WORK W Prudential is a registered service mark of The Prudential Insurance Company of America. Equal Housing Opportunity. $ $ 450- 550/ month. H H H H H H H H H H 24K miles. 575-258-4503 130 EMPLOYMENT LABORER WANTING ANY KIND 1 & 2 BEDROOM UNITS furnished. Convenient Village OF WORK Central Ruidoso. $325-$525/ 225 MoBILE Homes for 235 HoMES FOR Rent: Furn location, School Sys- ALLIED HEALTH career training- Call 258-9922 to place your P oSITION AnNOUNCEMENT Digging, lot cleaning, pine needles, month. References required. 575- Rent / Unfurn Attend college 100% online. Job Classified Ad Today! for Lincoln County scrub oaks etc. Reasonable. Cal tem walking distance. 257-0872 placement assistance. Computer We want YOUR Business! Manager Steve 257-2774 7pm-8pm 1 BEDROOM UNITS $325-$525 3 BED 2 bath for rent avail- 354-0967 month. References required. 257- able 9/1. Southside Cree. $900.00 The Lincoln County Board of 310 scellaneous Mi 310 scellaneous Mi Commissioners seeks to hire a 190 ReAL EsTATE 190 ReAL EsTATE 0872 plus utilities 575-430-7009 270 CoMMERCIAL Real new County Manager. The de- Estate EfFICIENCY UNIT in Midtown. tailed position announcement 2 Bedroom 230 HoMES FOR Sale: Fur- 2 FOR 1 retail store 3240 sq $425 a month. 575-808-1205 with desired qualifications Unfurnished nished / Unfurnished ft + 3200 sq ft shop on .78 acre. and procedure for applying is F oR SALE veRY NICE 3BD 250 rms Fa , Ranches or $329,000. 14 ft high ceiling and roll at www.lincolncountynm.net. Apartments 3BA condo. Furnished or un- Land/Acreage up doors. Fisher Real Estate 575- 258-000. Motivated seller. Deadline for applications is Commercial & Residential For Rent furnished. Must see to appre- R wnsuIDOSO Do , 2 lots for Monte Montgomery September 9, 2011. Properties for Sale AFA Certified Farrier • NM Licensed Plater ciate. Call 575-937-7326 lease or sale. $350 per month or Mechanic shop $175K or $1500 Many Other Rentals Available 575-808-0462 $45k to $50k. All utilities in, ready lease, 2000Sq feet. 3 roll up doors, 325-669-4904

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POSTAL PATRON U.S. POSTAGE POSTAL PATRON • Over 8,000 direct-mailed FREE to PAID 1404 Sudderth POSTAL PATRON MAILED FROM U.S. POSTAGE Ruidoso, NM U.S. POSTAGE RUIDOSO, NM 88345 PAID 1404PAID Sudderth PERMIT NO. 9 MAILED FROM PRESORT575.257.4223 STANDARD RUIDOSO, NM 88345 MAILEDRuidoso, FROM NM RUIDOSO, NM 88345 PERMIT NO. 9 PRESORT STANDARD 575.257.4223PERMIT NO. 9 PRESORT STANDARD TUESDAY, MARCH 29, 2011 • TUESDAY, APRIL 5, 2011 • 50 cents W W W. R U I D O S O F R E E P R E S S . C O M residents in southern Lincoln County W W W . R U I D O S O F R E E P R E S S . C O M 50 cents 1404 Sudderth A property Ruidoso, NM of 50 cents • VOL. 3, NO. 14 • VOL. 3, NO. 13 A property of 575.257.4223 A property Ruidoso ofWhite Fire burns 6,000 acres TUESDAY, APRIL 12, 2011 • WWW.RUIDOSOFREEPRESS.COM • VOL. 3, NO. 15 By Eddie Farrell The next generation and Todd Fuqua Sowards Fire offi cials have yet to identify a cause to fi ght on considersBy Eddie Farrell Hundreds battle White Fire for what is being called the White Fire in Lin- SenateEditor 10,346 acres burned, coln County, which has Ruidoso Village Manager now blackened more Debi Lee is vowing to fi ght on to than 6,000 acres and campaignprotect the village’s water rights fi ve homes destroyed claimed fi ve homes Byand Patrick ability to Jason operate a series of By Eddie Farrell and numerous other Rodriguezwells on the North Fork of Eagle Editor structures. Creek. The fi re started at ReporterThe Lincoln With the White Fire now 95 percent contained, about 1:30 p.m. Sun- County Commis- fi refi ghting personnel have been reduced to 100. After serving fi ve terms day near the “Y” at representingsion March 21, New Mexico in The White Fire burned 10,356 acres and claimed Gavilan Canyon and in a 4-1 deci- fi ve homes and numerous other structures since it the United States Senate, Jeff Hwy 70. Bingamansion, forward- will not seek re- burst into fl ames Sunday afternoon. Eugene Heathman/Ruidoso Free Press Within minutes, electioned a letter in to 2012. That much Offi cials have yet to announce a cause of the fi re. the U.S. Forest Gov. Susana Martinez consoleshuge billows Faye of Randolphsmoke of has been known since Febru- LOCAL A total of 539 local, state and federal fi refi ghters Ruidoso Downs April 6 whilecould touring be seen the near White the Fire Service urging ary. were assigned to the fi re over the course of the week. the village be operations center at the RuidosoRuidoso Convention Downs Race- Center. What isn’t known, though, The Burned Area Emergency Response (BAER) track and offi cials restricted to Team initiated a fi eld assessment today to determine approximatelyis which of the state’s politi- started issuing evacua- cians have the best chance of natural resource damage, potential problems and miti- tion notices in a num- one-fi fth of its currentreplacing water the retiring Silver gation. Falling trees were reported in the burned area Martinezber oftours areas, includ- drawCity fromDemocrat. The newest arrival to the wild horse herd that makes frequent appearances at the as the result of fi re damage and gusty winds. ing Gavilan Canyon, the pumps,The answer might be Alto Golf and Country Club has been dubbed “Stud” and was born March 25 on The fi re did most of its damage Sunday, fueled the Highland area, Joe besomeone required who doesn’t consider or about the 15th fairway. According to Beth Porter of the Ruidoso Greeters, both by 40 mile an hour winds with gusts above 60, the White FireWelch Lane, area and Spa- Eddie Farrell/Ruidoso Free Press Photo courtesy of Beth Porter tohimself adhere toa politician at all.Ruidoso Mayor Ray Alborn made an blaze initially caused evacuations in several residen- By Eugene Heathman ghettilocated Flats. for local disaster relief impassioned plea for “cooperation” with tial neighborhoods, including Gavilan Canyon, be- but gave no specifi c amounts.Flames erupted hundreds of feet into the air on a ridge just north of the Ruidoso Downs Race a numberWhile of no one in the Dem- Reporter Walls of fl ames, “In advance of what is Eugene Heathman/Ruidoso Free Press mitigations,ocratic Party hasLincoln formally County said commissioners March 21, fore shifting winds turned the fi re on Ruidoso Downs, fueled by tinder-dry Track Sunday as the White Fire burned more than 6,000 acres and claimed at least fi ve houses Governor Susana Martinez turning out to be a very ac- andthey not will be campaign,trying three to stopRe- the panel from sending a let- where it burned right up to the parking lot at the Race trees, forest waste and and numerous other structures. As of 10 a.m. Monday, the fi re was still considered uncontained. mother and colt doing fi ne. toured the fi re command center tive fi re season, we have funds allowedpublicans to haveter offi condemning cially de- the village’s use of wells on Track and Casino and raged through the Spaghetti 60 mile per hour winds, were re- and areas stricken by the White shored away on the state level self-reportclared their its water intent usage. to run for the Flats area, claiming several homes. ported to reach hundreds of feet By 9 p.m. Sunday, offi cials Long-awaited river Fire in Ruidoso today, provid- the North Fork of Eagle Creek. The leading edge of the fi re eventually reached to handle incidents like this and vacatedThe vote seat. came The despite best known a ing comfort to those forced tointo the air. were allowing residents of the For those who could not re- NEWS the Glencoe and Fox Cave areas. Most of the burned we will also encourage federal pleais by former village U.S. offi Rep. cials, Heather includ- fl ee their homes when the rag- No injuries were reported, Upper Gavilan Canyon area to turn, a number of local lodgers State emergency manage- Wilson, who served fi ve terms the Joint Use Board, which over- area, according to authorities, is U.S. Forest Service assistance so you can get back ment offi cials brought in a Type ing Mayor Ray Alborn, to delay ing wildfi re threatened theiralthough one horse was reported return to their homes as the fi re offered free or reduced rates to in Congress. There’s also Bill sees operation of the wastewater land. on your feet,” Martinez said. III Incident team Sunday, with action to allow for a “joint state- trail becomes a reality homes in the Spaghetti Flatsovercome in Ruidoso Downs. continued to burn east of Ruido- evacuees and fi refi ghters who treatment plant. Since that deci- Swirling winds caused the fi re to switch direc- Smokey Bear District ment”English to be ofissued Alamogordo, in the name who of By Eugene Heathman area, just east of the Ruidoso so Downs. continued to arrive from across plans to upgrade the response sion, Powell has wasted little options several times before prevailing winds pushed Photo courtesy of Terry Porter Ranger Dave Warnack praised bothran the unsuccessfully county and the for village a U.S. Downs Racetrack and Casino. the state. that would be more favorable portunity to castigate the village Reporter the fi re north of Ruidoso Downs to the Glencoe and advance preparation and the See WHITE FIRE, pg. 4 House seat in District 2 in A helicopter battling White Fire lifts water “I am absolutely impressed than the condemning document for its lack of cooperation and Fox Cave areas. cohesiveness of the many enti- 2002. There’s also speculation For more than 30 years, the from Alto Lake Tuesday, April 5. with the operations team fi ght- penned by Commissioner Jackie snubbing of the county. dream of a river trail system Ruidoso Downs Mayor Tom Armstrong praised ties involved with successfully that Lt. Gov. John Sanchez ing this fi re and amazed withAudit report out, Powell.might seek the nomination. Perhaps in an effort to sound through Ruidoso has been just strong. “And it was really touch-and-go there for managing the White Fire. the response of fi refi ghters who converged on the how strong this community is more cooperative, both Alborn that, a dream. During a public awhile. There was one point where we could have lost “The communication and “As previouslyAnd then there’s reported, Greg the So- blaze from throughout the state. with the way you have come Yeehaw! village of Ruidoso will take what- and retired Judge Alvin Jones meeting on Monday, March 21 “They were able to do a lot to save homes,” Arm- 250 homes.” response from the county vol- wards, a 61-year-old former together during this horrifibut c is it enough? ever stepsmiddle are school necessary teacher to en- and evoked the potential impacts to all called by the Village Parks and unteer fi re departments, village event,” Martinez said. By Todd Fuqua sure theowner delivery and operator of water to of our fi ve of Lincoln County should the vil- Recreation Board, the Ruidoso Martinez consoled long- fi refi ghters and our local crews while one duty. residents,” Lee said following the lage lose its ability to draw water River Trail project is now a re- Reporteris the true success story with daycare facilities in Las Cru- time Spaghetti Flats resident “It was an honor system, but vote. ces. He’s running on the cam-from Eagle Creek. ality. Community opens arms during crisis Agetting report onthe a upperspecial hand audit on was this we were able to check it with the By Patrick Jason Rodriguez bers of the Ruidoso and Ruidoso Downs communi- Faye Randolph in the fi re oper- Albornpaign tookslogan a more “Short, person- Bald and The village estimates as much The Ruidoso River Trail ations center upon her arrival.fi nally fi re.revealed I am veryby accountant impressed Dan with dispatch call sheets,” Austin said. al tone, saying the county vote, as 70 percent of its municipal sup- project will be incorporated as ties have offered their support during this most re- Honest.” Reporter Randolph described her plightAustin the Monday, execution shedding of the some agencies “We selected three police offi cers’ which featured only Commis- ply comes from surface fl ows and part of the Billy the Kid Scenic cent calamity. And by no means was the outpouring And though some political as she was forced to fl eelight her intoinvolved the termination and it proves of former to show call sheets, and compared their time sioner Tom Battin favoring the the wells on Eagle Creek. By-Way and will be scheduled Not long after the fi rst fi refi ghting crews were limited to only First Baptist Church and Gateway, old hands might mock such a home. Ruidosothat Downs practice Police makes Chief perfect,” Alfred on the sheets to the dispatch call village’s position, left him “disap- Battin urged his colleagues to into three phases. The river trail called out to the scene of the White Fire that broke both of which were designated by Lincoln County simplistic catch phrase, the re- “I was just enjoying a Ortiz.typi- Warnack said. sheets.” pointed but not surprised.” delay action on the letter, noting it and other public green space Two Rivers Park will soon be getting a facelift as prepa- out near Gavilan Canyon on Sunday afternoon, Pas- as relief shelters. ality is that his ideology is not Eugene Heathman/Ruidoso Free Press LOCAL cal Sunday when my phoneBut councilorWarnack Dean was Holman referring to was possible that an extension in concepts are no stranger to rations are underway to develop the Ruidoso River Trail. tor Alan Stoddard and some of his fellow members The report states Austin also In February,that far off Alborn from leda few a who are The Angus Church of the Nazarene, for in- doesn’t the think fi re the academies, report revealed joint train-received a confi dential memo dur- movement on the village council the public comment phase of the nearly every community in the of the First Baptist Church of Ruidoso were wel- started ringing with friends already occupying a seat in the Phase one will begin at Two Rivers Park and conclude stance, provided shelter, meals and security for the telling me a large fi re had enough.starting workshops and countlessing the investigation from an offi cer to reject Powell’s nomination to Forest Service’s Environmental rocky mountain region. Plac- coming those whose residences were close to the Senate. behind the River Crossing Complex on Sudderth Drive. staff and residents of The Nest, a domestic violence ed and was heading my way,”“In planning my opinion, hours this needed summary to ex-who stated he “had been instructed es like Durango, Steamboat path of the blaze and in need of a place to get away porate green space trail systems shelter in Ruidoso. Randolph said. has greatlypertly downplayed tackle various what wasfi re situ-by supervisors to falsify time sheets “If I had to compare my- See RUIDOSO, pg. 4 Springs, Loveland and metro- for a while and possibly spend the night. self to someone who’s already to lessen the impact of density Hotels such as Comfort Inn and Hotel Ruido- “I stepped outsidegoing and on,”ations Holman in the said. Lincoln “I don’t National in order to report DWI grant over- politan areas of Colorado incor- “We wanted to provide people with food and a in the Senate, a couple of and preserve wildlife habitats source of convenient outdoor so offered discounted room rates, and Whispering never in my life have think I seen it’s Forest a complete surrounding report.” Ruidoso. time. The offi cer refused to falsify Golf course owners refute operator’s claims place to stay warm,” said Stoddard. “We were just names to immediately come while offering the public a recreation opportunities. Pines chipped in with complementary cabin stays. anything like what was com-The reportIncreasing was made public winds af- dur-records as noted in the memo.” By Eugene Heathman looking to help out in any way that we could.” to mind are Rand Paul and Jim The Lodge at Sierra Blanca offered free rooms Sun- ing, the fi re was terrifying.ter the receipting Martinez’s of confi rmation tour of from the fi re Reporter See RIVER TRAIL, pg. 4 Volunteers at Gateway Church of Christ, Austin stated the system of su- DeMint,” said Sowards, who day night for fi re evacuees. Restaurants like Circle Twenty minutes later, weNew were Mexico stricken state area auditor served Hector as a grimpervisor review relied to heavily on way from the golf course and previously likewise, spent much of that afternoon setting up made a trip to Washington J Bar-B-Que and Robel Tacos brought food and being evacuated.” Balderas,reminder and Austin’s that reading the danger re- ofthe integrity of the supervisor, and Valle del Sol Golf Course owners operated the facility and constructed a tables with food and drinks, preparing to provide claim theearlier company this contracted month and to visited operate drinks to fi refi ghters and other personnel. And ordi- Martinez assured vealed civic a problemfl are-ups with still accurate exist inbill- addi-encouraged the city to “implement clubhouse prior to the acquisition by Qual- and Alina Acebo on Feb. 28, for $8,430.24 displaced individuals with temporary shelter and a and managewith the a facilityplethora abandoned of well-known daily nary people from across the area have offered their leaders and fi re operationsing team procedures tion to in the the existing police depart- fi re dangersome form of time card or computer ity Golf Management in April, 2010. Ac- for non-payment of fertilizer delivered to warm meal. operationsconservative of the golf course, groups, failed including to members funding has beenment. al- caused by recent drought. based time keeping system to more cording to Lincoln County property re- the golf course by Golf Enviro Systems, of failing to provide agreed upon lot sale These are a couple of examples of how mem- See COMMUNITY, pg. 7 maintain equipmentthe National and Rifl left e townAssociation, with un- cords, The Village of Carrizozo owns the “I was hired to investigate pos- accurately refl ect time worked by all Inc.,”Ivie said. premiums which accounted for a devas- paid bills.FreedomWorks, the Tea Party real estate occupied by Valle del Sol Golf sible fraudulent activity in the de- employees.” Unpaid bills are not the only problems tating budget shortfall in the amount of FEATURES New MexicoExpress Ranch and the Sales National represen- Re- Course. partment, as the city had overbilled New Mexico Ranch Sales faced when $25,000.00, money that would have cov- While falsifying pay records to tative Leonpublican Ivie contends Trust. contracting with MAW to feature Cannon working dogs the Village of Ruidoso for a Lincoln deliberately overbill a federal grant Ivie proclaims the list of defaults in repossessing golf course business opera- ered the utility, water and fertilizer bills. By Eddie Farrell and his “working dog” Suk, will sarily with the same handler. Quality Golf Management was a big mis- the operations agreement by Quality Golf County DWI grant,” Austin report- to the tune of $600,000 – according At a recent meeting for the tions. The owners discovered expensive “Everyone knew we would return in give demonstrations on what a The Air Force, he said, as- take. Federated Republican Women Management owner Dan Garner is long Editor ed. “I met with the staff in closed to Austin – is a serious offense, Hol- well equipment and golf course irrigation early April to open the golf course, after a fully trained canine is capable of signs dogs to bases while their session and then received approval “Last week,of Lincoln New MexicoCounty Ranchin Ruidoso, Sales, and costly. systems in need of repair. normal winter season closing of the facil- man still felt the report didn’t go far accompanied by the Lincoln County Sher- Flying objects are a com- doing. handlers are subject to reloca- from the state auditor to conduct the Sowards introduced himself “Garner didn’t pay the electric bill ity. We intend to return in two-weeks, re- enough. iff’s Department, changed the locks and “Since regaining control of opera- mon sight at Cannon Air Force In Suk’s case, Holt said, tion. investigation.” by telling those in attendance and we had to pay several thousand dol- tions, we have since fi lled the pond and claim our business and open the course,” Base in Clovis. the Belgian Tervuren is trained In Holt’s case, however, his “I still don’t thing the report is took over businessthat he’s operations,” not a politician Ivie said. and lars to have power restored. He owes the started watering portions of the course. Austin said there was a discrep- complete,” Holman said. “It left out Garner said. But for one special squad- to detect explosives for work in recent assignment to Cannon New Mexicodoesn’t Ranch want Sales to campaign own the for town of Carrizozo for water which was We are having the damaged equipment re- ancy in how offi cers were reporting thing that I think are more serious Todd Fuqua/Ruidoso Free Press The owners of New Mexico Ranch ron, the fl yers are of the four- combat zones. means he will likely be teamed Ruidoso school board member Rhonda VincentValle del SolSenate subdivision but is runningacross the for high- the shut off to the course for non-payment of paired and look to be operational by mid- their time and how much they were than what was stated.” sales don’t think Garner will make good on legged variety, and come armed “Our dogs are trained in ex- with Suk for as long as three or actually on the clock. The problem tries to stay on her mount March 30 during the vacated seat because he feels an outstanding water bill of $2,361.92. A April,” Ivie said. his pledge to return and operate the Valle with their own ordnance to fulfi ll plosive ordnance, but some are four years. Holman was also quick to em- it is his duty as a concerned court judgment was against Dan Garner boiled down to offi cers – whether on phasize the offi cers currently in the Dairyland donkey basketball show at RuidosoIndex During a telephone interview with del Sol Golf Course. “He owes everybody their duties. trained exclusively for narcot- At Lackland Air Force Base citizen. The Ruidoso Free Press money, I would be surprised if he ever purpose or unintentionally – keep- department are good at what they High School. The event, which featured four teamsBusiness ...... 5 Teams from 27th Special ics,” Holt said. “But they’re all in San Antonio, Texas, the Air ing inaccurate records of their hours made up of local dignitaries and business leaders,Classifi eds . .“If . . normal. . . . . people. . . . . don’t. . 19 Obituary ...... 18 Garner accuses New Mexico on Ranch March Sales 20, showed his face in Lincoln County again. Operations Security Forces dual-certifi ed in that they all do Force operates its own breeding See AUDIT, pg. 4 raised funds for Lincoln County Crimestoppers.Communityget Calendar. involved,” . he. . said,. . . . “we. 2 areOn the Town...... 9-10 Heck, the guy even wrote a hot check to Squadron (SOSFS) will par- patrol work … the bite work, so program, as well as advanced going to be left with political Opinion ...... 7 the locksmith,” Ivie said. Index Courtesy photo Education ...... 8 ticipate in Military Appreciation to speak.” training for prospective working Business ...... 5 Sports ...... 11-13 Heart returns Weekend, April 29-30 in Ru- Staff Sgt. Adam Wylie, 27th Special Operations Security Forces See SOWARDS, pg. 6 Holt said all of Cannon’s dogs and their handlers. Classifi eds ...... 17 Events Calendar ...... 16 Hitchcock’s Veteran Profi le ...... 6 to the Inn of the idoso. working dogs have been de- Squadron, catches Military Working Dog Suk after a high jump Community Calendar...... 2 On the Town...... 15 The 39 Step Mountain Gods, USAF SSgt Kenneth Holt, ployed to combat, but not neces- See MAW DOGS, pg. 4 during training at Cannon Air Force Base, N.M. s pg. 9 LOCAL Education ...... 8 Opinion ...... 7 at the Spencer Sports ...... 11-13 Index Events Calendar ...... 16 Get your jester on April 14, pg. 15 Business ...... 5 Obituaries...... 9 in Carrizozo this Classifi eds ...... 17 On the Town...... 15 ALTO Saturday, RICHARD LOVERIN FEATURED HOME Community Calendar...... 2 Opinion ...... 7 pg. 15 REAL ESTATE TEAM 5 BR LOG HOME IN ALTO W/ FULL Education ...... 8 Sports ...... 11-13 is Ruidoso/Lincoln County’s MEMBERSHIP! Great mountain home with classy rustic interior!!! 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