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All the news we’ve already printed.
Happy Endings: TRF program featured in Washington Post
Covert Action didn’t amount to much on the track. But his ending has turned out to be happy, both for him and for the inmates he helps.
On Tap: Region’s best racing, August 17-18
Our weekly On Tap feature highlights the weekend’s best races from around the mid-Atlantic.
Claimbox report: Horses changing hands, August 7-13
Though down a bit from last week, the claiming business remained strong in the region, according to our Claimbox report.
Maryland breeder Allen Murray passes
Allen Murray, the Maryland breeder who turned a $200,000 investment in Our Emblem into a $10 million payday, has died at age 80.
For Orb, McGaughey, a trip to Fair Hill is just what the doctor ordered
In need of some rest and relaxation, Kentucky Derby winner Orb has spent a couple of months at Fair Hill Equine Therapy Center. It’s done him so much good, his isn’t the only attitude that’s changed.
Product review: Time for TimeformUS?
Is it time for TimeformUS, the handicapping site blitzing the airwaves? Professional handicapper Bobby Zen had the same question and provides us his thoughts.
Female riders aim for the top at Penn National
With three of their number among the track’s top 20 riders and a fourth rapidly climbing the ranks, Penn National’s female jocks are taking the track by storm.
Happy Endings: Escape artist Rocky Times thrives as an eventer
After a winless racing career, retired Thoroughbred Rocky Times got a new owner, a new job, a new name — and a new lease on life.
Post-meet wrap: Colonial Countdown
How does he assess the Virginia racing season? Nick Hahn counts the ways, in his Colonial countdown.
Dance to Bristol, Immortal Eyes continue Bowie tradition
In what may be the twilight of Bowie’s existence, Dance to Bristol and Immortal Eyes are continuing an honored tradition: using the old facility as a springboard to greater fame.
