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“He loved this game”: Owner-breeder Larry Johnson passes
Larry Johnson, who put his stamp on the Thoroughbred industry on racetracks and in boardrooms in Maryland and Virginia, passed away Feb. 4.
Enhanced Maryland-sired bonus soon to take effect
A program to bolster the value of horses that are both Maryland-bred and Maryland-sired is set to take effect with the current crop of two-year-olds.
MTHA to host community meeting on Maryland future
The Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association will host a community meeting Thursday to address the new report from the Racetrack Operating Authority.
Art of Racing competition returns for 2024
The Art of Racing art competion sponsored by the Maryland Jockey Club and MICA returns in 2024 for its third year.
National wagering handle declined in 2024
National wagering handle declined by nearly four percent in 2023 versus the prior year, and the number of races conducted was down five percent.
VRC gives thumbs up to acquisition of Colonial Downs
The Virginia Racing Commission signed off on Churchill Downs’s proposed acquisition of Colonial Downs June 8.
Bobby Lillis hopes to give backstretch “an ear” at MRC
Former jockey and head of the Horsemen’s Assistance Foundation Bobby Lillis has a background unlike any other member of the Md. Racing Commission.
Colonial Downs lowers Pick-5 takeout
Colonial Downs will lower the takeout on its traditional Pick 5 wager to 12% and will alter the rules so that carryovers are possible.
HISA seeks public input on anti-doping rules draft
The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) is seeking public input on its draft medication and anti-doping rules.
Jonathan Thomas to judge MHBA yearling show
The 88th annual Maryland Horse Breeders’ Association (MHBA) Yearling Show will take place July 24, and this year trainer Jonathan Thomas will judge.
Instructional webinar on HISA registration planned
On June 16 Ownerview will host an instructional webinar on registration under the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA).
EHV-1 places 4 Laurel Park barns under quarantine
A case of equine herpesvirus on the Laurel Park backside has put four barns on semi-lockdown and caused a prohibition on leaving the grounds.
The week in social media: March 5
Maryland’s top performers honored, Derby day attendance, and jockeys behaving badly, in the week in social media.
Md Stadium Authority awards Pimlico project design contract
The project to redevelop the racing facilities at Laurel Park and Pimlico took a step forward with the awarding of a contract for the project’s design phase.
Laurel Park to offer seven April stakes
Laurel Park will host seven stakes races, including an automatic Preakness qualifier, April 17 to highlight its brief spring meet.
Remembrance: Pajeen Delp
A remembrance of Pajeen Delp, daughter of Hall of Fame trainer Bud Delp and a horsewoman in her own right, who passed away unexpectedly.
Knicks Go named Md-bred Horse of the Year
Knicks Go earns honors as the Maryland-bred Horse of the Year, part of the state Thoroughbred industry’s Renaissance Awards.
Virtual Thoroughbred Owner Conference to launch
The Thoroughbred Owner Conference series of virtual panels launches March 2, the first of 10 monthly events.
Horologist tabbed NJ-bred Horse of the Year
Multiple graded stakes winner Horologist has earned the title of New Jersey-bred Horse of the Year.
Monmouth Park unveils 53-day race schedule
Monmouth Park will kick off its 53-day 2021 schedule May 28, with the meet highlighted by the July 17 card featuring the Grade 1 Haskell and United Nations.
