Horse Racing Losing Its Glamour Along With Its Audience

A centuries-old tradition of horse races at county fairs around the country is in danger of extinction. The horse racing industry has struggled in recent years as a result of smaller winnings (largely an effect of the down economy), scandal and the expansion of other betting opportunities. The Solano County Fair in central California is likely an indicator of times to come; there, for the first …
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Horse Racing Losing Its Glamour Along With Its Audience

A centuries-old tradition of horse races at county fairs around the country is in danger of extinction. The horse racing industry has struggled in recent years as a result of smaller winnings (largely an effect of the down economy), scandal and the expansion of other betting opportunities. The Solano County Fair in central California is likely an indicator of times to come; there, for the first …
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Horse races still on despite accident

A horse barn at the N.C. State Fairgrounds remains closed after an electrical accident that killed a horse Saturday evening.
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Horse races provide excitement, fun

The 55th Coconino Horse Races open with twilight racing, to the delight of local fans.
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Horse racing returns to Ely Aug. 21-22

Horse racing fans can start marking their calendars for Aug. 21 and 22, as that is the date set for this year’s event. There will be some changes in management, however. Previously operated by the Ely Elks Lodge 1469, this year they will be conducted by a non-profit civic committee incorporated under the name of White Pine Horse Races and under the auspices of the White Pine County Agricultural …
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