Jul 11, 2026

Ellis County Fair board decides to not have races due to muddy track

Posted Jul 11, 2026 2:17 AM
RPM Speedway muddy track, Courtesy photo
RPM Speedway muddy track, Courtesy photo

By ALIN HETTHays Post

The Ellis County Fair Board has canceled the fair races after heavy rainfall left the track too muddy for safe racing. Staff members said the decision was made to protect the driver's safety, according to Ellis County Fair president Justin Scheck. 

A short video from Rolling Plains Motor Speedway on their Facebook is posted below.