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Michigan ORC Trying to Salvage Race Dates

The Michigan House and Senate are scrambling to find alternative funds for the Office of Racing Commissioner after a government order given the week of May 11 wiped out all the funds for Thoroughbred programs in order to pay state debts.

 Thursday, May 28, 2009

Pinnacle May Negotiate More Race Dates

After some negotiations with different Thoroughbred groups, it appears Pinnacle Race Course near Detroit, Mich. may survive after all.

 Friday, May 22, 2009

Robert Geake Named Michigan Racing Commissioner

Michigan Governor John Engler moved quickly Friday, appointing R. Robert Geake as the state's racing commissioner.

 Friday, December 13, 2002