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Colonial Downs spring condition book released
The condition book for Colonial Downs’s brief March meet, featuring the Virginia Derby and Oaks, is now available online.
Rodney Jenkins remembered as consummate horseman
Trainer Rodney Jenkins, who passed away Dec. 5, was remembered by other horsemen today as a consummate horseman.
Md. Racetrack Operating Authority report released
The future could involve the consolidation of racing at Pimlico and the exit of the Stronach Group, says a Maryland Racetrack Operating Authority report.
Maryland horsemen choose new MTHA board members
The Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association today announced its new board of directors.
NTRA to name “Moment of the Year”
The National Thoroughbred Racing Association is seeking the public’s help to choose the NTRA Moment of the Year for 2023.
Onetime star Page McKenney thriving in new job
Claimer-turned millionaire Page McKenney reached the winner’s circle 22 times as a rachorse. Now retired from racingx`, he’s still finding it.
MHBA elects 2022 officers
The Maryland Horse Breeders Association (MHBA) today announced its new slate of officers for 2022-2023.
Colonial Downs kicks off meet with a bang
Colonial Downs recorded its largest-ever opening day handle Monday, topping $3 million on a day that featured four Virginia-bred stakes.
For Arlington horsemen, Colonial Downs a welcoming spot
Colonial Downs always attracts an eclectic group of horsemen from around the country, this year including several previously stabled at Arlington Park.
Sal Sinatra steps down from Equibase role
Former Maryland Jockey Club president Sal Sinatra has stepped down from his role as president and COO of Equibase.
A hairy week as HISA deadline looms
The days leading up to the July 1 HISA registration deadline saw four Senators blast the Authority and a new lawsuit from two states and the Jockeys’ Guild.
Charles Town horsemen: Track not the cause of breakdowns
Charles Town Races has come under fire this year for a spate of breakdowns, but trainers and jockeys at the track said it’s not the racing strip itself that’s to blame.
“Truth to Power” Livestream
Want to check out our “Truth to Power” panel? Here’s the livestream to do so, The panel starts at 5:00 pm EDT.
Wanamaker’s April catalog released
The catalog for the April 29 sale presented by Wanamaker’s, the online sales company, is now available.
NJ appellate court allows riding crop reg
The Jockeys’ Guild today decried a New Jersey court decision allowing the state’s tough riding crop regulation to go into effect.
ARCI announces new chair, board members
The Association of Racing Commissioners International (ARCI) announced the election of its new board members and chairman today.
“Truth to Power” panel set for Apr. 21
The third “Truth to Power” virtual panel, focusing on diversity and inclusion in the Thoroughbred industry, is set for April 21 at 5:00 pm.
Laurel Park cancels weekend racing
With problems with the racing surface ongoing, Laurel Park will not race its scheduled cards this weekend, and racing will shift to Pimlico April 22.
Laurel: Workouts barred as MJC assesses surface
Laurel Park will not permit workouts “until further notice” as the Maryland Jockey Club assesses “cushion replacement options,” the company said.
MHBA Yearling show set for Aug. 1
The Maryland Horse Breeders Association has announced August 1 for the date of the annual MHBA Yearling Show.
