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Historical Race Wagers Now Legal in Wyoming

Wyoming became the second state to enact wagering on historical races via legislative action and the signature of the governor Feb. 27.

 Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Turf Paradise Reduces Purses for Six Stakes

Turf Paradise Reduces Purses for Six Stakes

Citing a decline of in-state wagering, Turf Paradise in Phoenix, Arizona announced Jan. 18 that it would reduce the purses of six stakes races.

 Monday, January 18, 2010
Turf Paradise Names Race for Kruytbosch

Turf Paradise Names Race for Kruytbosch

Turf Paradise has named an opening-day stakes race after longtime track announcer Luke Kruytbosch, who died July 14 in Evansville, Ind.

 Thursday, July 17, 2008

Racetrack Executive Joe Joyce Dies at Age 77

Joseph F. Joyce Jr., founder of the world's first million-dollar race for Thoroughbreds, the Arlington Million, died Monday, Nov. 27, at the age 77.

 Monday, November 27, 2006

Handle, Attendance Hikes at Turf Paradise

Turf Paradise concluded it 50th anniversary season May 21 with substantial increases in attendance and handle.

 Thursday, May 25, 2006

Remington Park G.M Resigns

Remington Park's general manager Frank Deal has resigned as head of the state's largest racetrack, The Oklahoman reported Monday.

 Monday, October 21, 2002