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“Hot potato” Pimlico Plus bill moving towards passage
An amended version of the Pimlico Plus legislation began a sprint to the finish line, passing quickly through the Senate en route to House consideration.
Abnel Bocachica shifting tack to New York
Apprentice rider Abnel Bocachica, son of Charles Town leading jockey Arnaldo Bocachica, will shift his tack to New York.
Delaware: Dream Marie DQ upheld
The Delaware Thoroughbred Racing Commission narrowly voted to uphold the disqualification of Obeah S. winner Dream Marie with an Amicar positive.
Delaware Commission hears from new owners
The new Delaware Park ownership group told the Delaware Commission today it didn’t have “any changes planned” for the racetrack operation.
Video: Still dancing, Billy Christmas and Eddie Gaudet
With word that longtime racetracker Billy Christmas has passed away, we were reminded of a 2013 video we did with Billy Christmas and Eddie Gaudet.
Claimbox: Midlantic claiming up 20% through February
Through two months of 2019 Midlantic claiming activity is well ahead of last year, in our Claimbox report.
Allison De Luca tabbed as Colonial Downs race secretary
Industry veteran Allison De Luca will fill the role of racing secretary for the inaugural season at Colonial Downs.
Lengthy hearing provides little clarity on Pimlico future
Maryland racing interests won’t oppose a Pimlico study bill in Annapolis – but continue to push hard for support for a Laurel Park “super track.”
Prince Lucky again, and more: The week in social media
Prince Lucky, Preakness InfieldFest and more were on the minds of social media this week.
Purse account to continue support of Maryland-breds
The agreement will provide Maryland-breds about 9.4 percent of the total 2018 purse account for each of the next five years.
On eve of hearing, gloves off over Pimlico
Dueling pieces of legislation – and a pair of accusatory letters – have meant the gloves are off regarding the future of Pimlico.
Fasig-Tipton sale: Will the buyers show?
With the Fasig-Tipton mixed sale moved from December to late January, consignors and the company are hopeful the buyers will power an improved market.
Jockey Nik Juarez to return to action
Jockey Nik Juarez will be back in action this weekend after signing a random drug testing agreement with Maryland Jockey Club officials.
West Virginia breeders “bombarded on all sides”
Our state-by-state review of breeding programs continues with West Virginia, whose industry faces casino competition and uncertain state support.
Fasig Tipton Mixed Sale by the numbers
Fasig-Tipton’s Sunday mixed sale at Timonium aims to provide something for everyone.
Md. Horse Industry Board eyes film festival
The Maryland Horse Industry Board is working to create a springtime equine film festival modeled on New York’s Equus Film Festival.
Thoroughbred Charities recipient of holiday grant
Thoroughbred Charities of America will receive a $5,000 gift from the Thoroughbred Club of America, an industry group.
Mid-Atlantic news briefs
Headlines from around the mid-Atlantic region and throughout thoroughbred racing…
NTRA announces handicapping social media team
The National Thoroughbred Racing Association (NTRA) will have a “social media team” onsite to help promote the National Handicapping Championship Jan. 28-30.
Maryland Jockey Club plans Winter Carnival
The Maryland Jockey Club’s popular Winter Carnival featuring two graded stakes will take place February 13-15 at Laurel Park.
