Strong Focus on Pari-Mutuel Side Called Vital
In this age of racetrack casinos, the message is very clear: Increase the focus on pari-mutuel wagering and don't consider gaming revenue for purses and other programs an entitlement.
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| Date | Race | Purse | Age/Sex | Dist | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 24 | Wilma Mankiller Memorial S | $50,000g | 3&up, f/m | 6f | |
| March 25 | Clem McSpadden Memorial Route 66 S | $50,000g | 3&up, c/g | 6f |
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| Date | Race | Purse | Age/Sex | Dist | |
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| April 14 | Cherokee Casino Will Rogers Downs Classic Distaff Sprint S R | $55,000g | 3&up, f/m | 6f | |
| April 15 | TRAO Classic Sprint S R | $55,000g | 3&up, c/g | 6f |
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| Date | Race | Purse | Age/Sex | Dist | |
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| May 3 | Oklahoma Stallion S R | $50,000e | 3yo, c/g | 8f | |
| May 12 | RPDC Classic Distaff R | $55,000g | 3&up, f/m | 8.32f | |
| May 13 | Cherokee Nation Classic Cup R | $55,000g | 3&up, | 8.32f |
Oklahoma Racetracks Anticipate Gaming Licenses
Oklahoma may be less than two weeks away from having its first racetrack casino operation licensed, and a June 16 meeting should chart the course of on-track electronic gaming in the state.
Oklahoma Regulators Preparing Gaming Rules
Gaming at Oklahoma racetracks is closer to reality, Oklahoma Horse Racing Commission officials said Jan. 27 during their monthly meeting. Rules that would govern alternative gaming will be formulated in a month, they said.
Oklahoma Gaming Bill Signed Into Law
Oklahoma Gov. Brad Henry signed a bill Monday that allows electronic gaming machines at three racetracks in the state. A bill-signing ceremony was scheduled for Tuesday.
Oklahoma Deal Calls for Racetrack Gaming
Indian tribes, the horse racing industry, and Gov. Brad Henry have reached an agreement on legislation that would allow racetracks to install gaming machines and regulate devices currently operating at tribal casinos. The measure now goes to the state legislature.
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