Ruidoso, NM
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About Ruidoso
- • Demi Lovato, a pop singer and actress, has roots in Ruidoso, New Mexico.
- • The Ruidoso Downs Race Track, a major horse racing venue, originated here.
- • Horse racing and tourism put this mountain village on the map in the early 20th century.
- • Legend says Billy the Kid frequented local spots, possibly hiding in the area.
- • The Little Bear Fire in 2012 devastated the landscape, impacting the community.
- • "Ruidoso" means "noisy" in Spanish, named for the Rio Ruidoso in 1846.
- • With around 7,600 residents, it's smaller than nearby Alamogordo.
- • At 6,920 feet, the altitude offers cooler summers and stunning mountain views.
- • Tourism and hospitality drive the economy, serving visitors year-round.
- • Being here feels like a tranquil escape, embracing nature and mountain charm.
- • The Dallas Cowboys are the closest NFL team, famous for their five Super Bowl wins.
- • Ruidoso Downs hosted the All American Futurity, the world's richest quarter horse race.
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