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Report: Stronach to Give Up MID Real Estate

Report: Stronach to Give Up MID Real Estate

The Reuters News Service is reporting that owner-breeder Frank Stronach is working out a deal in which he would relinquish control of his real estate company in exchange for some of its racetrack assets.

 Tuesday, December 21, 2010

Churchill, Magna Enter Major Content Agreement

Churchill Downs Inc. and Magna Entertainment Corp., the two leading owners of racetracks in North America, said March 5 they have entered into agreements that include CDI's purchase of 50% interest in MEC's HRTV network.

 Monday, March 05, 2007

Magna Official Says Santa Anita TV Situation 'Caused Us Chagrin'

A top executive for Magna Entertainment Corp. told the California Horse Racing Board's parimutuel committee Wednesday that the company's inability to find suitable television distribution for its Santa Anita signal has "caused us chagrin."

 Wednesday, January 22, 2003

Magna Revenues Rise, Net Income Declines

Magna Entertainment, the publicly-held racetrack and off-track betting company, reported that revenues increased to $248.8 million during the first quarter of fiscal 2002, compared with $244.5 million for the same period one year ago.

 Monday, May 06, 2002

California Account Wagering Update: Hollywood Park Agreement Still in Works

The California Horse Racing Board heard a positive report on the startup of account wagering. But it was tempered by concern over a leveling off of activity in recent weeks. It was also reported that an agreement still has to be reached for the upcoming Hollywood Park meet.

 Thursday, March 28, 2002

Youbet.com Management Outlines New Focus

A founder of Youbet.com who recently rejoined the pari-mutuel wagering network says the company's new management team is focusing on marketing, cooperative efforts with racetracks, and raising capital.

 Wednesday, March 27, 2002

By All Accounts

By Ray Paulick -- Concern for the racing fan and the industry doesn't appear to be driving some of the decisions regarding account wagering in California.

 Tuesday, February 05, 2002

A New Beginning for California Racing?

The California Horse Racing Board has granted licenses to two companies to offer account wagering effective immediately, and betting will begin. But the licenses are time-sensitive, and some deals with horsemen remain in limbo.

 Friday, January 25, 2002