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Historical racing machines approved by Virginia legislature

Frank Vespe / 8 years

7 min read

The Virginia Senate Wednesday approved historical racing machines, sending the bill – which could reopen Colonial Downs – to the governor for his signature.

ODTHA: Jacobs not to blame for Virginia impasse

Tim Valente / 10 years

7 min read

In this open letter, the Old Dominion horsemen’s group (ODTHA) calls on Virginia to allow two different horsemen groups to follow two different paths.

Colonial Downs
Jacobs Entertainment
Stan Guidroz
Virginia horse racing
Virginia Racing Commission

Colonial Downs to sell off OTB properties

The Biz / 10 years
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2 min read

Colonial Downs announced it would sell off the properties of its former OTBs, marking what the company called “the end of an era for Virginia horse racing.”

Laurel Park picks and ponderings: June 12, 2026

Trio hopes home field helps in Delaware Oaks

PODCAST: Delaware Park Today, June 11

Braeburn to Colonial road paved with anticipation

Delaware Park picks and analysis: June 11, 2026

PODCAST: Maryland Racing Today, June 10

Historical racing machines approved by Virginia legislature

ODTHA: Jacobs not to blame for Virginia impasse

Colonial Downs to sell off OTB properties

Trio hopes home field helps in.

PODCAST: Delaware Park Today, June 11

Braeburn to Colonial road paved with.

PODCAST: Maryland Racing Today, June 10

At a Premium could be Walters’.

First winner for jock-turned-trainer Alberto Delgado