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Ruidoso to remember fires, floods; celebrate resilience
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Ruidoso is planning a special event to remember, reflect and celebrate its resilience after the 2024 wildfires and floods.
The special event, called 'South Fork 2024 — United by Loss, Defined by Grit,' will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 17 at Winfield Park, 300 Center St., in Ruidoso.
'Join friends, neighbors, and first responders for an evening of remembrance, reflection, and resilience as we honor those impacted by the South Fork Fire and celebrate the strength of our community,' organizers said.
The event is hosted by Lincoln County Community Organizations Active in Disaster (COAD).
This public gathering will include remarks from local leaders, live music, a community reflection ceremony, local food vendors, and a memorial wall and healing space.
Bring chairs and blankets and help mark a summer that changed the Ruidoso community, organizers said.
For more information, email lincolncountycoad@
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