Wiklund Talks Ice Rink; Your Council-Elect; Phone-Free School; Veterans Day; Cool Investment in Cloudcroft, and More
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Donald Wiklund and Cloudcroft Ice Rink’s Final Natural Season
Through a recent interview with long-time lessee Donald Wiklund, the rink’s history, culture, and the sweat behind every skating day are coming into focus for one last winter season before the rink lease changes hands.
Meet Your Trustees: Post-Election Interviews
The Reader spoke with Trustee-elects Keith Hamilton, Danny Hardwick, and Gail McCoy the day after the election. Here’s what they had to say about village priorities, the new council—and their message to voters.
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Phone-free Classrooms in Cloudcroft
by Jonny Coker with the Southern New Mexico Journalism Collaborative.
New Mexico Rails-to-Trails Seeks Volunteers for Saturday Workday
This Saturday, November 15th, from 9:00 a.m. to noon: NMRTA will work on the Bridal Veil Falls Trail around the footbridge, reseal the footbridge, and install a new directional sign.
They’re looking for 4-5 volunteers for trail maintenance, 4-5 volunteers to seal the deck, and 2-3 volunteers to install signs. Bring water, gloves, and sunscreen and meet at the Upper Bridal Veil/Grandview Trailhead at 9:00 a.m.
Sign up at nmrailstotrails.org/volunteer, email nmrailtrails@gmail.com, or call (575) 554-2745 for any questions.
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El Paso Hockey Owner Promises Cool Investment in Cloudcroft
Cory Herman is a Canadian-born entrepreneur, ice sports advocate, and owner of the El Paso Rhinos hockey teams—and the hopeful new long-term lessee for Cloudcroft’s James Sewell Ice Rink.
Cloudcroft Schools Honor Veterans in Special Assembly
Cloudcroft Schools and students paid tribute to veterans today with songs, poems, essays, speeches, in-house catering, handmade quilts, and more — a heartfelt Veterans Day gathering honoring those who served.
Wiley Wins: Election Results and Interviews
Read our exclusive post-election interviews with Mayor Tim King and Mayor-elect Dusty Wiley.
More Village and School Results
Mark Tatum ran unopposed and received 219 votes.
The School Board race was won by Lance Wright and Michele Anthony, who received 403 and 359 votes, respectively.
The GO Bond passed with 72% of votes in favor of the funding.
Local Food Assistance
Cloudcroft’s Michael Nivison Public Library Food Drive
Library Director Sandra Barr has a collection of pantry goods in the foyer of the library. Barr says “the food is for anyone who needs it—no questions asked. If they have anything they want to leave, they can leave it there, too.”
Road Runner Food Bank
Head to rrfb.org for dates and locations—mobile: Sacramento Mountain Senior Center, High Rolls.
Mountain of the Lord Faith Fellowship Food Pantry
From Pastor Andy Olsen on the pantry, located by Wimsatt Area off Highway 82: “The Lord’s Pantry is a non-perishable food pantry that is open 24/7 to help those in need. You don’t have to deal with anyone, just come and be blessed. If you’re able, bring some food, but never hesitate to take what you need.”
Summit Christian Faith Fellowship
Food pantry available. Located on the western end of Burro Avenue, or find them on Facebook.
Cloudcroft Chamber of Commerce/Mayhill Baptist Church
The spirit of Thanksgiving arrives early this year through a partnership between the Cloudcroft Chamber and Mayhill Baptist Church, kicking off a holiday outreach drive on October 26. Locals are invited to fill donation bags with Thanksgiving favorites—canned goods, dry goods, and pantry staples listed on a bag that can be picked up at the Chamber—and return them by November 16, helping ensure every family can enjoy a festive meal.
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