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Guest Author / 7 years

6 min read

Racing fan/historian April I. Smith is jumping for joy at The agreement to keep Pimlico in Baltimore — but says more must be done to meld new and old.

Pimlico issue “will be resolved if it can be resolved,” MRC told

Frank Vespe / 7 years

8 min read

The future of Pimlico remains the thorniest local issue facing Maryland racing, but “good-faith” negotiations are raising hopes of a resolution.

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Hearings done, now comes hard part on Pimlico, industry future

Frank Vespe / 7 years
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6 min read

After a second Pimlico hearing in three days in Annapolis, the burden falls to lawmakers to make decisions about the track and the industry’s future.

PODCAST: Charles Town Races Today, June 5

Splendora, Dazzling Dame head Top Midlantic-bred Polls

US wagering handle down in May

Laurel Park: Latest jockey and trainer stats

Laurel Park picks and ponderings: June 5, 2026

Charles Town: Latest jockey and trainer stats

Op-Ed: New Pimlico needs the old

Pimlico issue “will be resolved if it can be resolved,” MRC told

Hearings done, now comes hard part on Pimlico, industry future

PODCAST: Charles Town Races Today, June.

Splendora, Dazzling Dame head Top Midlantic-bred.

US wagering handle down in May

PODCAST: Delaware Park Today, June 4

PODCAST: Maryland Racing Today, June 3

Mandatory payout on Charles Town Pick.