Baltimore suit could have profound impact on racing industry
IF successful, Baltimore’s lawsuit would leave the city in charge of Pimlico and the Preakness – and could spike Stronach Group plans to transform Laurel.
IF successful, Baltimore’s lawsuit would leave the city in charge of Pimlico and the Preakness – and could spike Stronach Group plans to transform Laurel.
We talked with two folks, one a PImlico supporter, one an advocate of the Laurel “super track” plan, to delve deeper into the differing perspectives.
Baltimore Mayor Catherine Pugh has filed suit seeking to take via condemnation Pimlico Race Course and the Preakness Stakes.
Stronach Group COO Tim Ritvo said his company’s plans are in the best interests of Maryland racing – and won’t harm Baltimore the way some have suggested.
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.
Maryland racing interests won’t oppose a Pimlico study bill in Annapolis – but continue to push hard for support for a Laurel Park “super track.”
Prince Lucky, Preakness InfieldFest and more were on the minds of social media this week.
Dueling pieces of legislation – and a pair of accusatory letters – have meant the gloves are off regarding the future of Pimlico.
What’re Midlantic racing folks talking about on social media this week? Chelsea Lowman explores…
Legislation to figure out how to pay for a new Pimlico has been introduced in the Maryland General Assembly.