Colonial Downs gets second chance to make first impression
Full fields and a festive crowd turned out for the rebirth -- after six years -- of the new Colonial-
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Colonial Downs to feature low takeout rates
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Colonial Downs “good news story,” Byrne tells Commission
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Colonial Downs mount fees to be tops in region
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Just like mom, Fionnbharr breaks maiden in second start
Second-timer Fionnbharr scored a 19-1 upset today at Laurel Park, following in the footsteps of her dam, multiple stake winner-
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Free general admission announced at Colonial Downs
The upcoming meet at Colonial Downs will feature free general admission, and other options will be available this weekend.-
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Two decades on, memories of Victory Gallop still resonate
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Colonial Downs launches bid for two more off-track facilities
Colonial Downs will seek referenda allowing it to operate wagering facilities in Danville and Dumfries, the latter in Northern Virginia.-
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