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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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!

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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!

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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.

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