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Equibase unveils updated chart glossary
Equibase has unveiled a new and updated glossary of the terms it uses in its charts of races.
John Stewart, Jayson Werth new owners of the year
OwnerView announced today that the 2024 New Owner of the Year is being awarded to John Stewart and Jayson Werth.
Off to the Races Radio features Wykoff, Moore
Off to the Races Radio is set for its return to the airwaves Saturday, Feb. 25, and will feature owner-breeder Amy Moore and journalist Scott Wykoff.
HISA medication control program outlined
A Tuesday presentation at Laurel Park outlined a HISA medication control program scheduled to launch March 27 and representing a major industry change.
Off to the Races Radio returns Saturday for ’23 season
Off to the Races Radio is set for its return to the airwaves Saturday, Feb. 18, and will feature trainers Lynn Cash and Larry Rivelli.
The week in social media: Dec. 31
Talking Pimlico and Laurel renovations, another stakes win for Harpers First Ride, and more, in the week in social media.
Parx: Keith Jones calls final race
Parx Racing track announcer Keith Jones called his final card Wednesday, ending a 34-year run behind the microphone in Bensalem.
Penn National Racing to continue despite casino closure
Though Pennsylvania casinos are closed, racing at Penn National should be able to continue through January, the horsemen’s chief said.
“No regrets” as CT steward Danny Wright retires
Charles Town chief steward Danny Wright retired Dec. 19, ending a 50-year career that saw him win 12 graded stakes as a jockey before years in the stand.
Pimlico-Laurel redo project kicking to life
One of these years, Maryland racing will find a shiny new Pimlico under its Christmas tree. But it’s going to take a while.
Horseracing Integrity bill becomes law
The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act, rolled into the omnibus Covid relief/government spending bill, became law with President Trump’s signature Sunday.
Heavy rains force Laurel Park to cancel half of Thursday card
Sudden heavy rains forced Laurel Park to cancel races six through 10.
One Go All Go Virginia-bred of the the year for 2018
The 2018 Virginia-bred awards – topped by One Go All Go – take place Friday at Great Meadow.
Delaware Park upgrades to HD signal with help from Jockey Club
Using a grant fund administered by the Jockey Club, Delaware Park races will be sharper than ever before this year when broadcast in HD.
ARCI finds 99% “clear rate” in 2018 drug testing
Less than one tested equine sample in 100 came back positive in 2018, according to the Association of Racing Commissioners International (ARCI).
Colonial Downs newest NTRA member
Colonial Downs has joined the National Thoroughbred Racing Association, the group announced.
On proposed Lasix ban, Md. Racing Commission says: Not so fast
Any proposal to ban or limit Lasix use would need a regulatory change – and its say-so, the Maryland Racing Commission said.
Pimlico battle reaches Md. Racing Commission as sides spar
The future of Pimlico remains as cloudy as ever after visits to the Maryland Racing Commission by Del. Sandy Rosenberg and MJC counsel Alan Rifkin.
Maryland jockeys to switch to cushioned crops
The new cushioned riding crops are designed to be kinder to horses.
Maryland horsemen, breeders oppose partial Lasix ban
The Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association and Horse Breeders Association today came out in opposition to a proposed partial Lasix ban.
