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Santa Rosa Unveils $3 Million Turf Course

The Sonoma County Fair at Santa Rosa annexed its lush $3 million turf course Wednesday, opening day at the two-week Northern California fair meeting.

 Wednesday, July 27, 2005

Grape Consequences

By Ray Paulick - Jess Jackson, the California vintner who is making headlines for his increasing involvement as a Thoroughbred owner and breeder, undoubtedly was more than a mildly interested spectator when the Supreme Court returned to work in Washington, D.C., the week of Feb. 21. So are many others in the racing industry.

 Wednesday, February 23, 2005

Could Pleasanton Replace Bay Meadows?

Northern California's Alameda County Fair wants to install a $3 million turf course at its Pleasanton racing facility later this year. But the fair's chief executive officer wants to see it used for more than an annual 11-day summer meet.

 Tuesday, February 18, 2003