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Rosecroft announcer Pete Medhurst passes away
Pete Medhurst, longtime track announcer at Rosecroft Raceway, passed away Monday after a battle with brain cancer.
Jockeys’ Guild elects officers
At its annual assembly Jan. 14, the Jockeys’ Guild elected new officers and senators, heard updates, and participated in discussions.
HISA adds three to ADMC committee
HISA announced today it would add three new members to its Anti-Doping and Medication Control (ADMC) standing committee.
Aftercare grants made to 83 groups
The Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance announced today it had made more than $4 million in grants to 83 accredited organizations.
MTROA: Pimlico plan may preserve current track layout
Maryland’s MTROA may jettison its plan to rotate the Pimlico racing strip, saving the historic track and a substantial amount of money.
Gigante tabbed Va-bred Horse of the Year
On the strength of the biggest-ever win by a Virginia-bred at Colonial Downs, Gigante has been named state-bred Horse of the Year.
Gov. Wes Moore signs “Pimlico Plus” bill
Gov. Wes Moore on Thursday signed into law legislation that will enable the Pimlico Plus plan to move forward.
Colonial Downs unveils 2024 stakes schedule
Colonial Downs on May 7 unveiled a stakes schedule worth $5.7 million topped by the Grade 1 Arlington Milloin.
National wagering handle down sharply in April
Wagering handle on US Thoroughbred races fell sharply in April, down over 11% versus April 2023, and is down over six percent for the year to date.
HISA ruling overturned in Maryland void-claim case
An administrative law judge swatted down HISA and ruled in favor of Maryland-based trainer Derrick Parram in a complicated void-claim case.
Study: Virginia certified program has major impact
Every dollar invested in the Virginia-Certified Residency Program generates nearly six dollars in economic impact, a new study says.
For Colonial Downs, more of the same sounds good
The Virginia Racing Commission this week approved a 2024 Colonial Downs schedule that looks like 2023 – but it’s what may come next that’s most interesting.
Colonial Downs will race 27 days in ’24
Colonial Downs will race 27 days from July 11 through September 7 in 2024, with daily average purses expected to approach $700,000.
HISA seeks to create tool to identify at-risk horses
HISA, the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority, is teaming with an AI firm to create a data-enabled tool to assist in identifying at-risk horses.
Md. Horse Foundation announces “12 days of giving”
The Maryland Horse Foundation today announced its “12 days of giving” fundraising campaign, which kicks off December 7.
Fasig-Tipton mixed sale dips; Ghostzapper colt is topper
The Fasig-Tipton Midlantic mixed sale saw declines from 2022, the result of a smaller book, less glamor in the racing age portion, and a soft sales market.
Fasig-Tipton mixed sale set for Tuesday afternoon
Some facts and figures about Tuesday’s one-day Fasig-Tipton Midlantic mixed sale in Timonium.
Md. Racetrack Operating Authority report deadline delayed
The Maryland Racetrack Operating Authority report on the future of racing in the state will be delayed, its December 1 deadline pushed back to Jan. 5.
Longtime Maryland trainer Ronnie Cartwright passes
Longtime Maryland trainer Ronnie Cartwright, whose career resume included nine graded wins, has passed away at 93.
Charles Town to celebrate 90th anniversary
Saturday night Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races will celebrate its 90th anniversary and look back on an eventful near-century.
