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ZIA AWARDS BANQUET & TOWN HALL MEETING HAVE BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO THE HORRIBLE FLOODING.

July 9, 2025

Dear Members,
We hope this message finds you safe and well.

Due to the devastating flooding that has impacted Ruidoso Downs, we regret to inform you that all scheduled events for July 19th and 20th are cancelled. Our hearts go out to everyone affected by this disaster, and we are keeping the entire Ruidoso community in our thoughts.

Please stay tuned—we will share more information and updates as they become available.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

Sincerely,
Tom Goncharoff
NMHBA President

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