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Mini-Satellite Approved as CHRB Looks Ahead

Mini-Satellite Approved as CHRB Looks Ahead

The mini-satellite wagering network in California expanded to Santa Maria with the California Horse Racing Board's approval Aug. 25.

 Thursday, August 25, 2011
California Sports Bar to Open Mini-Satellite

California Sports Bar to Open Mini-Satellite

After months of planning approvals and construction, the OC Tavern Grill and Sports Bar, located in the Southern Orange County beach community of San Clemente, is ready to open its doors to horse players.

 Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Oak Tree's Lease to Continue if Court Affirms

Oak Tree's Lease to Continue if Court Affirms

Quieting some of the uncertainty surrounding Magna Entertainment's bankruptcy woes, Oak Tree Racing Association has been assured that its long-term lease will be honored at Santa Anita.

 Thursday, April 15, 2010

Retired Racing Official Al Karwacki Dies

Al Karwacki, who served as general manager and vice president of Bowie Race Track in Maryland, died March 7 of pancreatic cancer.

 Tuesday, March 09, 2010
Words of Warning for California Satellites

Words of Warning for California Satellites

California's aging satellite wagering network got a wake-up call from the new chairman of the state's horse racing board during its meeting Feb. 19 at Santa Anita Park.

 Friday, February 19, 2010

CTT: San Luis Rey Downs to Close for Training

The California Thoroughbred Trainers reported Feb. 16 that San Luis Rey Downs will close as a Thoroughbred training center effective March 15.

 Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Oak Tree Meet Posts Sizable Gains in Handle, Field Size

Oak Tree Meet Posts Sizable Gains in Handle, Field Size

With strong out-of-state business leading the way, the Oak Tree Racing Association meet, which ended Nov. 4, posted significant gains in all sources mutuel handle over last year's figures. Out-of-state average daily handle was up 18% over last year and average daily total handle for the meet was up 9%.

 Sunday, November 04, 2007

Short-Term Loans Available for Workers' Comp Payments

Financially strapped California Thoroughbred trainers will be able to borrow money to help them make their initial workers' compensation insurance payments due on July 1 under a plan approved by state racing
associations.

 Monday, June 23, 2003