Join us on May 5th at Downshift Brewing Company – Riverside for an engaging town hall meeting!
Location: 2704 Sudderth Dr, Ruidoso, NM 88345
Time: 12:00 PM MDT
This is a great opportunity to connect with Rep. Stansbury, share your thoughts, and discuss important community issues. Bring your questions and let’s make our voices heard!
The Mescalero Apache Language & Culture Program is excited to announce our Apache language classes every Wednesday!
Morning Sessions:
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Evening Sessions:
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
We are also looking for tribal members who are passionate about sharing the Apache language. If you’re interested in getting involved or want more information, please call us at 575-464-2300.
We want to inform everyone that the event will be rescheduled. We appreciate your understanding and support! Stay tuned for the new date and more details.
Join us this Saturday, May 2, 2026, at the Carrizo Walking Path for the 3rd Annual Walk for Mental Health Awareness starting at 9:30 AM!
Enjoy free refreshments, enter for a chance to win a mountain bike, and discover valuable community resources dedicated to mental health.
Let’s come together to raise awareness and support one another. Your presence makes a difference!
Mescalero 252 Fire Update:
We’re currently managing a 11-acre fire, with four separate fires now contained. Our dedicated teams are actively mopping up the area and will continue monitoring the fire overnight. Crews and engines will return tomorrow to address any remaining hotspots.
Thank you for your support and understanding as we work to ensure safety in the region. Stay tuned for further updates!
We want to share the latest information regarding the ongoing 252 Fire:
• Current Resources on the Scene:
• 6 Type 6 Engines
• 1 Type 3 Engine
• 1 Type 4 Engine
• MAFR is providing structure protection
• One Hotshot crew from Mormon Lake
• Two air support units are en route
• Air attack operations are active
• A Sky Crane is assisting with water drops
• A Tribal Dozer is on-site
• A Large Air Tanker (LAT) has been ordered
• Fire Activity:
• Four fires have been reported along the highway. Thankfully, three have been swiftly contained.
• The fourth fire is currently approximately 5-10 acres in size and still burning.
We are incredibly thankful for the hard work and efforts of our firefighters. Their dedication is crucial in protecting our community.
Highway 70 is currently closed at the Summit and HWY 70, as well as at Carrizo Canyon Road, due to a wildfire burning at Apache Summit.
We strongly advise everyone to avoid the area and be aware of emergency vehicles responding to the situation. Your safety is paramount! Drift smoke is in the area and other crews are motoring the surrounding areas in Bear Canyon and Fence Canyon areas
Please stay tuned for further updates, and thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Please exercise caution on Highway 70 at Mile Marker 253 due to an active brush fire in the area. Fire crews are on site, and traffic control is in place to manage the situation.
We urge all drivers to reduce speed and stay vigilant while passing through. Your safety is our priority!
We will keep you updated as more information becomes available. Thank you for your cooperation!
Good Morning Tribal Members. Please see the below correspondence regarding the recent suspension of President Walsh-Padilla. We understand that there are many questions. We ask for your patience as the Tribe investigates the accusations brought forth against the President. Please remember to be kind and respectful to one another as this process unfolds. Thank you for your understanding in this matter.
The Mescalero Housing Department is excited to announce our Application for Assistance Program for home repairs! If you need help with repairs, this program is here to support you.
Program Details:
For more information or if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us at 575-464-9235. Our team is here to help!
