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  • Found It in Red River

    Found It in Red River

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      The scavenger hunt is in the grand tradition of treasure hunting in Northern New Mexico. From the time of the Spanish conquistadors, through the Anglo gold lust of the 1800s and the oil wells and uranium mining in the 1950s, the search for treasure is part of the legacy of the Land of Enchantment.…

  • River Restoration Completed

    River Restoration Completed

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      The New Mexico River Stewardship Program provides funding to restoration projects that enhance the health of rivers by addressing the root causes of poor water quality and stream habitat. Through such projects, the River Stewardship Program aims to restore (or maintain) hydrology of streams and rivers to reduce flooding downstream, while simultaneously enhancing economic…

  • The Hideaway Shoppe

    The Hideaway Shoppe

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      There is an old adage that says “The more things change, the more they stay the same.” There are always new businesses and activities in Red River to replace the ones that disappear, but somehow the roots of the community, the souls of the people who live here or just come to visit, remain…

  • What’s New This Summer?

    What’s New This Summer?

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      • After a long and honored career in law enforcement, former Red River Deputy Marshal Jeff Jones has started a business working with leather.  Jones Custom Boots & Saddles specializes in beautiful local handmade custom leather, as well as repair work. Contact him at 575-740-0565 / 806-393-5036 or at stich51jones@gmail.com . • Located behind…

  • What Do You Like Most?

    What Do You Like Most?

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      The Town of Red River recently posed a question to its Facebook Friends: “WHAT DO YOU LIKE THE MOST ABOUT RED RIVER? We’d like to know so we can post what’s most important to you when you can’t be here!” Responses came quickly, as is the way of Social Media. Some responded with photos…

  • Warm & Fuzzy New Event

    Warm & Fuzzy New Event

      Calling all dog and wine lovers… Have we got a fun time planned for you!  Red River Wags & Wine” is back and is slated for September 14, 2019 in Brandenburg Park.  The second-time event is a fundraiser for the “Mountain Bark Park,” a fenced-in park where locals and guests can bring their dogs…

  • Turning Red River Blue

    Turning Red River Blue

      The Southwest Traditional and Bluegrass Music Association (better known as The Southwest Pickers) will be in the Red River spotlight as they bring their 43rd Southwest Pickers and Old Time Music Festival to town September 14-17, 2017. Stage shows are set for the Red River Ski & Summer Area and the Red River Community…

  • Dulcimer Festival

    Dulcimer Festival

    Come August 4-5, Red River will be swarming with dulcimer players coming to learn, listen, and have a good time playing music at the Red River Community House. Be prepared to see and hear the beauty of the sounds of the hammered and mountain dulcimers, as well as the dulcet tones of other acoustic instruments…

  • Just Get Lost in the Music

    Just Get Lost in the Music

    You need to be in town August 16-19.  Larry Joe Taylor celebrates his 21st year of hosting LJT’s Hot Chili Days, Cool Mountain Nights and Cook-offs which this year include the CASI “Red River Red” cook-off, the New Mexico State Green Chile Championship, and the Lone Star BBQ Society cook-off. Past music headliners have included…

  • On the Red River Highway

    On the Red River Highway

      The 22nd Red River Classic Car Show is set for June 2-3, in downtown Brandenburg Park. The weekend includes live music with Kerry Pastine & the Crime Scene, hula hoop contests, bubble gum-blowing contests, a Glow Ride Showcase around the park and the centerpiece of the event, the all-day Show & Shine on Saturday!…