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Mike Mooney Retires From Hollywood Park

Mike Mooney Retires From Hollywood Park

Mike Mooney, who began in racetrack publicity in 1970, retired April 16 from Hollywood Park, where he had worked since 1991.

 Friday, April 16, 2010
Delaware Park to Honor Larry Jones

Delaware Park to Honor Larry Jones

Delaware Park will honor trainer J. Larry Jones for his accomplishments and dedication to racing with a special tribute at the Wilmington racetrack Saturday June 20.

 Wednesday, June 17, 2009

Pope Named Racing Secretary at Delaware

Delaware Park announced Dec. 8 that Pat Pope had been appointed racing secretary for the track's upcoming 72nd meet.

 Thursday, January 08, 2009

More Dirt Racing Planned at Colonial Downs

As Colonial Downs's opens its summer meet Friday, spectators coming to New Kent will see more racing on its dirt course as well as some changes to the facility, both exterior and interior.

 Thursday, June 16, 2005

Colonial Downs to Request Earlier Opening Day

Opening day for Colonial Downs' summer meet is expected to move up a week to June 17. Moving up opening day coordinates better with racing dates recently determined for the spring meet at Pimlico in Maryland.

 Tuesday, March 01, 2005

Colonial Downs Schedule Includes $2-Million Grass Bonus Scheme

A $2-million "Grand Slam of Grass" bonus and a three-day Labor Day Weekend Turf Festival highlight a proposal prepared by Colonial Downs and the Virginia Horsemen's Benevolent and Protective Association that will be reviewed by the Virginia Racing Commission Feb. 16.

 Wednesday, February 02, 2005

Author Signing Day at Colonial Downs

Colonial Downs will host "Race into Reading," a book-signing session on June 15. Six authors will be at the track to autograph copies of their latest titles.

 Friday, May 30, 2003