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Pimlico Plus bill gets General Assembly OK
The Maryland General Assembly gave legislative signoff to the PImlico Plus bill in a busy last day of the session, sending it to Gov. Wes Moore.
“Hot potato” Pimlico Plus bill moving towards passage
An amended version of the Pimlico Plus legislation began a sprint to the finish line, passing quickly through the Senate en route to House consideration.
Matt Dinerman to be new Monmouth Park announcer
Oaklawn Park track announcer Matt Dinerman will take on the same role this spring at Monmouth Park, the track announced.
REPORT: Churchill Downs making Pimlico bid
The Baltimore Banner reports that Churchill Downs, Inc. has made an “overture” towards buying Pimlico, though its seriousness is unknown.
Maryland Racing Commissioners seek “more active role”
Amid an important legislative session in which the Maryland Racing Commission has been sidelined, some Commissioners’ frustration boiled over Tuesday.
What the “Pimlico Plus” legislation says
Beyond allowing the project to tproceed, The recently introduced Pimlico Plus legislation makes several notable changes to existing law.
“Pimlico Plus” bill has lengthy first hearing
A bill that would empower the Md. Thoroughbred Racetrack Operating Authority to implement its Pimlico Plus plan received a lengthy hearing in Annapolis Tuesday.
Book’em Danno, Precious Avary top NJ-bred awards
Book’em Danno was named NJ-bred Horse of the Year and top state-bred sprinter and two-year-old, while Precious Avary is champion 3yo filly and turf runner.
Stronach Group: Maryland agreement to “usher in new era”
In a statement, the Stronach Group said the agreement on donating Pimlico to the state will help “usher ina new era” in Maryland racing.
Agreement struck on donation of Pimlico to state
The Stronach Group has reached an agreement to donate the Pimlico property to Maryland, clearing the way for the “Pimlico Plus” plan.
ARCI head calls for “common sense” HISA reforms
Doug Moore, new chair of the Association of Racing Commissioners International (ARCI), called today for common sense reforms to HISA.
Preakness future wager to kick off Feb. 29
Back for its second year, the Preakness future wager will offer two separate pools, with the first kicking off Feb. 29.
Latest Equine Injury Database data released
The Jockey Club today released the latest data from the Equine Injury Database, which shows fatalities hovering near their lowest level.
Colonial Downs releases promotional schedule
Colonial Downs has announced a robust promotional schedule to support the 2024 live racing season in New Kent, VA.
Catalog live for Wanamaker’s Feb. 29 sale
The catalog for Wanamaker’s Feb. 29 sale is now live and includes yearlings, broodmares, a no-guarantee season to Great Notion, and more.
Maryland Million 2024 to be run October 12
Maryland Million 2024 has been set for October 12, 2024 at Laurel Park, the 38th edition of the day Jim McKay cofounded.
Delaware Park announces 2024 live racing schedule
Delaware Park received approval Feb. 20 for its 2024 75-day live racing schedule, with the Delaware Handicap and Oaks anchoring the meet’s biggest weekend.
VTA stallion season auction set for Feb. 14-15
The Virginia Thoroughbred Association’s (VTA) annual stallion season auction will take place Feb. 14 and 15 and features dozens of exciting stallions.
Maryland Racing Commission: No-show appellants to be fined
The Maryland Racing Commission decided Tuesday it would fine people who appeal stewards’ decisions but no-show their appeals.
Maryland horse industry impact surges
The economic impact of the Maryland horse industry reached nearly $3 billion in 2022, according to the American Horse Council.