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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.
NTRA launches new safety campaign
The National Thoroughbred Racing Association (NTRA) today announced it had launched a new campaign called “Safety Runs First.”
Laurel Park: Racing “ain’t gonna happen unless MRC feels it’s safe”
In a spirited meeting Tuesday, the Maryland Racing Commission indicated that it intends to take a more assertive role on the Laurel Park track surface.
Racing age horses power Fasig-Tipton mixed
Horses of racing age drove a sale that bounced back after sharp declines in 2020, with three horses surpassing $100,000.
Laurel Park will not race this upcoming weekend
With work to the dirt track ongoing, the Maryland Jockey Club announced that Laurel Park will not race during the upcoming weekend.
I am Horse Racing, farm tour, and Parx plans: The week in social media
Two big days at Parx, a Thoroughbred farm tour in Maryland, and the debut of the grassroots “I am Horse Racing” highlight the week in social media.
Carolyn Karlson named chair of Retired Racehorse Project
The Retired Racehorse Project has named Carolyn Karlson to be board chair.
Maryland Jockey Club says better backstretch housing on the way – but allegations “unfair”
The Maryland Jockey Club Thursday pushed back against allegations backside workers live in “slumlike” conditions.
Jockey Club reiterates call for Horse Racing Integrity Act
The Jockey Club today released a white paper calling for passage of the Horse Racing Integrity Act of 2019, among other reforms.
Where we stand with Pimlico: A timeline
The 2019 legislative session could have major impacts on Pimlico and the future of the Maryland Thoroughbred industry. Here’s a timeline of where we stand.
TVG, PDJF to team up for telethon
TVG and the PDJF will team up for their second telethon to raise money for the Permanently Disabled Jockeys Fund.
Maryland Million slated for October 22
The 31st annual Jim McKay Maryland Million day will take place October 22 at Laurel Park.
Maryland tracks limit FL ban to Payson shippers
Maryland tracks will continue to prohibit Payson Park training center shippers, where a horse tested positive for EHV 1, but will now allow those from elsewhere in Florida.
VRC chief Bernie Hettel to step down
Virginia Racing Commission executive secretary Bernie Hettel will step down, probably by the end of March, the Commission announced.
America’s Best Racing announces Pre-Preakness party
America’s Best Racing will host a party the Wedensday before the Preakness to benefit the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance.
West Virginia horse interests rally against decoupling bill
West Virginia horsemen and breeders went to the state capital yesterday to oppose a “decoupling” bill they say would devastate the industry.
Michael Dickinson’s 26 levers
“Mad genius” Michael Dickinson is back training horses — and hoping that what he’s learned and put in place at Tapeta Farm give him a decisive advantage.
Monmouth Park stall applications due
Horsemen can apply for stalls at Monmouth Park online, and applications are due to the racing office by Thursday, March 10.
Maryland tracks ban Florida shippers
The Maryland Jockey Club, owner of the two major Maryland tracks, has prohibited horses from shipping in from Florida after a confirmed case of equine herpesvirus in that state.
Midlantic passings
Two longtime, well-known mid-Atlantic horsewomen passed away last week.
