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Art of Racing competition returns for Preakness 150
The Art of Racing competition, a nationwide art contest, returns this year for Preakness 150.
Crabs N Beer gets nod as People’s Voice Midlantic-bred
In — perhaps — a surprise, Crabs N Beer was chosen by the voting public as the “People’s Voice” top Midlantic-bred of 2024.
Md. Horse Foundation launches clothing drive
The Maryland Horse Foundation has kicked off a clothing drive to provide winter clothing and riding attire for young equestrians in need.
Maryland horsemen, tracks reach ’24 operating agreement
Maryland horsemen and breeders have reached an agreement with the Maryland Jockey Club that will keep racing afloat through 2024, the horsemen announced.
Charles Town Oaks to be G2 in ’24; 5 Midlantic stakes downgraded
Stellar subsequent efforts by recent Charles Town Oaks winners helped it receive Grade 2 status for 2024, in contrast to several other Midlantic stakes.
Pimlico summer meet shifted to September
Originally slated to run in August, Pimlico will now instead run nine dates in September, with Laurel Park running the August dayes.
Gofundme launched for injured Md. racing official Steve Moyer
With Maryland racing official and former trainer Steve Moyer in an ICU with severe burns, fellow racing official Elvis Trujillo, Jr. has launched a fundraiser.
No turning back: New law pushes Maryland industry on Pimlico-Laurel project
A law adopted this month sends a message to the Maryland racing industry: get the Pimlico-Laurel renovation project in gear.
Millie Fleming receives Buddy Raines Award
Monmouth Park named NJ Breeders Association president Millie Fleming the winner of its Virgil “Buddy” Raines Award for distinguished achievement.
Glen Todd dispersal underway on Fasig-Tipton digital
A total of 31 horses will be sold through Fasig-Tipton Digital as the estate of the late Glen Todd disperses his racing and breeding stock.
NJ to scrap no-crop rule for Monmouth meet
The New Jersey Racing Commission today agreed to scrap its no-crop rule and instead align with national guidelines for the upcoming Monmouth Park meet.
The week in social media: Feb. 5
Two regional stallions are headed abroad — casuing some consternation — as is a talented local-bred, in the week in social media.
Virtual racehorse aftercare forum set for April
The international Forum for the Aftercare of Racehorses will hold a series of virtual forums kicking off April 6 and continuing weekly for four weeks.
Parx Racing loses early-week cards to weather
In the face of a winter storm, Parx Racing has canceled its Monday and Tuesday racing cards.
Former trainer John Forbes passes at 73
John Forbes, a former trainer and a mainstay of racing and the Thoroughbred industry in New Jersey, passed away on Sunday.
1/ST Racing supporting JOckeys’ Guild
The Stronach Group/1ST Racing announced today it would continue to subsidize insurance and long-term disability for jockeys at their tracks.
The week in social media: Jan. 29
Knicks Go cruised in the Pegasus, a star retires, a promising runner is DQed, and more, in the week in social media.
Alexander Crispin named top bug rider; Authentic horse of the year
Jockey Alexander Crispin won the Eclipse Award for top apprentice, while Derby-Breeders’ Cup winner Authentic was named Horse of the Year.
Authentic’s Derby win “Moment of the Year”
Authentic’s win in the Kentucky Derby earned the fans’ vote as the National Thoroughbred Racing Association’s “Moment of the Year.”
MD Racing Commission clarifies Lasix rule
The Maryland Racing Commission Thursday modified its Lasix rule to avoid penalizing horses racing out of town and tightened its clenbuterol regs.
