Midland-Odessa residents likely have taken trips to New Mexico for recreation at some point in the past.
One hotspot that is popular in both Texas and New Mexico is the historic Ruidoso Downs Racetrack.
It’s with great sadness that, after years of planning and repeated catastrophic flooding, officials have determined the racetrack can no longer safely or sustainably operate at its current location.
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How Did This Happen?
Flooding events in July 2024 and July 2025 devastated the racetrack, impacting patrons, employees, horsemen, and the horses themselves…