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Inglis Digital February sale underway
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TMJC tabs Fritz Widaman as marketing chief
The new Maryland Jockey Club (TMJC) has named racing industry veteran Fritz Widaman as its new VP of Marketing.
Colonial Downs unveils 2024 stakes schedule
Colonial Downs on May 7 unveiled a stakes schedule worth $5.7 million topped by the Grade 1 Arlington Milloin.
National wagering handle down sharply in April
Wagering handle on US Thoroughbred races fell sharply in April, down over 11% versus April 2023, and is down over six percent for the year to date.
HISA ruling overturned in Maryland void-claim case
An administrative law judge swatted down HISA and ruled in favor of Maryland-based trainer Derrick Parram in a complicated void-claim case.
Sal Sinatra will advise HISA
Sal Sinatra, former Maryland Jockey Club and Equibase chief, will consult with the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority on technology integration.
MJC to offer Preakness future wager
The Maryland Jockey Club will offer a future wager on the Preakness Stakes after receiving approval Tuesday from the state Racing Commission.
HISA drug rules stayed by Texas judge
A Texas judge on Friday stayed the new HISA drug rules for 30 days, with his ruling to apply nationwide, which was cheered by the national HBPA.
Off to the Races Radio adds Maryland outlet
Off to the Races Radio will add a Maryland outlet Saturday, April 1 when it airs on WNST-1570 AM in Towson with a show with a Maryland flavor.
Off to the Races Radio features Dubyuhnell owner Connolly
Off to the Races Radio is set for its return to the airwaves Saturday, April 1 and will feature John L. Connolly, owner of 3yo Dubyunhnell, and much more.
HISA drug rules take effect
A flurry of dueling press releases heralded the onset Monday of the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority’s (HISA) new drug rules.
Knicks Go named Horse of the Year
In voting that was no surprise to anyone, Maryland-bred Knicks Go was the overwhelming choice as Horse of the Year.
Randy Funkhouser, WV breeder and owner, passes
Randy Funkhouser, longtime owner, breeder, and Charles Town HBPA board member, passed away Feb. 4.
Laurel Park cancels Feb. 5 card
After canceling midway through its Friday card, Laurel Park has now also spiked its card for Saturday, February 5.
Laurel Park cancels mid-card Friday
Laurel Park was forced to cancel its Feb. 4 card after just three races because of persistent rain in central Maryland.
Mearl Sowers, former CT race secretary, passes
Mearl Sowers, a longtime member of the Charles Town racing community including as racing secretary, has passed away, the track said.
Seth Fishman, vet in Navarro case, found guilty
Dr. Seth Fishman, a veterinarian who allegedly helped trainer Jorge Navarro dope X Y Jet, has been found guilty on two counts in that case.
Md Racing Commission “cannot rely” on some tests
The Maryland Racing Commission today overturned a phenylbutzone positive called during a period last year when its testing lab was unaccredited.
Monmouth Park unveils 2022 stakes sked
Monmouth Park’s 2022 stakes schedule, highlighted by the July 23 Grade 1 Haskell, will see more than $8.1 million in purses awarded.
De Francis Dash, Parx Dash lose graded status
With the latest list of graded stakes out, two important Mid-Atlantic races — the De Francis Dash and Parx Dash — both were downgraded from G3 to listed.
