Starting Monday, May 18, 2026, the New Mexico Public Education Department will launch the “NM Senior Spotlight” on our social media! We want to shine a light on graduating seniors from every corner of the state, celebrating the diversity and resilience of our students.

We encourage submissions from all graduates, not just valedictorians or top achievers. If you know a student who has overcome challenges to reach this milestone, we want to hear their story!

-Submit your stories by Friday, May 15, 2026, to: mailto:Meghan.McGarrity@ped.nm.gov.

-We’ll feature at least 3-4 students daily from May 18 to May 30, 2026. Let’s celebrate the achievements of all our seniors together!

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This week marks a significant moment in our community’s history as we launch the Mescalero Times! This newspaper is dedicated to serving our people and sharing our stories.

-Subscription Options:

• Tribal Members: Enjoy a FREE subscription! Simply stop by the tribal offices to pick up your application form, fill it out, and return it.

• Non-Tribal Members: Subscribe for a fee. Reach out for more details on how to sign up!

Join us in celebrating this new chapter for our community.

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We’re excited to announce the upcoming sessions for the Rise II Diversion Program, designed to educate and support our community in overcoming alcoholism and substance abuse.

-Tuesday Evening:
Join us for an informative session focused on understanding and avoiding the pitfalls of substance abuse. This is a great opportunity to learn and share experiences in a supportive environment.

-Thursday Evening:
Participate in a group session aimed at building relationship goals with family members. Strengthening family ties is essential for recovery, and we’re here to help!

Don’t miss out on these valuable sessions! Together, we can create a healthier community.

For more information, feel free to reach out!

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Join Us for the Annual Spring Community Clean-Up Week!

Hey everyone! It’s that time of year again! Next week, we’re coming together for our annual Spring Community Clean-Up Week, and we’d love for you to be involved!

For more information on how you can participate, please reach out to the Community Health Representative Program at 575-464-9256 or to the Housing department at 575-464-9235. Let’s make our community cleaner and greener together!

If you’re needing a car to be removed, please fill out the form and get in contact with the CHR department and Housing department for more information.

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Join Us for the 2nd Annual MMIR Awareness Event & Walk!

We invite you to participate in the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives (MMIR) Awareness Event & Walk, hosted by the Mescalero Responsible Gaming and East Mountain Resource Center.

-Date: Tomorrow, May 23, 2026
-Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
-Location: Inn Of The Mountain Gods

This event aims to raise awareness about the critical issue of missing and murdered Indigenous relatives. Your voice matters, and together we can make a difference.

For more information, please call 575-464-0078.
Administrative leave has been approved for tribal employees!

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We are excited to invite you and your families to Mescalero Apache Day on Friday, May 29, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.

Come out and immerse yourselves in a day filled with rich cultural events and engaging activities. This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate our heritage, connect with one another, and create lasting memories together.

Date: May 29, 2026
Time: Starting at 8:30 AM
Location: Veteran’s Park

Join us for a fun-filled day that honors our traditions and community spirit.

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On Tuesday, May 5, 2026, the Mescalero Tribal Utility Department will be working on the water line from 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Please note that this may take longer if any unforeseen issues arise during the booster pump installation.

Water Outage Alert: The outage will affect the area from the Post Office to the Westside of the reservation.

We encourage everyone to plan accordingly. Thank you for your understanding!

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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!

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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.

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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.

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