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Is Maryland racing in “best place” in eight years?

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Is Maryland racing in the “best place” it’s been in eight years? So the Maryland Stadium Authority told the Commission last week.

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Mike Hopkins steps down after 40 years at Md. Racing Commission

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Maryland Racing Commission executive director Mike Hopkins will retire after today, ending a career that spanned 40 years and many industry changes.

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“To control our destiny”: Advocates make case for “Pimlico Plus”

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Advocates of the Maryland Racetrack Operating Authority’s “Pimlico Plus” plan portray it as a chance to get a clean slate and “control our destiny.”

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Maryland Racing Commission notes for Jan. 2, 2024

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At its monthly meeting Tuesday, the Maryland Racing Commission greeted a new chair, agreed to continue its relationship with HISA, and more.

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1/ST Racing calls for less racing, share of VLT revenue in Maryland

  • Frank Vespe / 3 years
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Saying their company is committed to Maryland the Preakness, 1/ST Racing executives today called for fewer days of live racing and a share of slots revenue.

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