Ruidoso Downs won't return after fires, floods, dealing blow to New Mexico racing industry

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Feb 18, 2026

After fires and floods scarred Ruidoso in recent years, the community is now bracing for another major blow as Ruidoso Downs Racetrack will not be returning for |!| Las Cruces Ruid…