by HorseMinute.com | Feb 6, 2025 | Horse Breeding
R. Larry Johnson, a prominent figure in the Mid-Atlantic Thoroughbred industry, passed away at the age of 78. Known for his success in various aspects of the horse business, Johnson was praised for his intelligence and contributions to the Virginia breeding and racing...
by HorseMinute.com | Feb 6, 2025 | Horse Breeding
At the Florida Huddle and Encounter trade show, the Florida Thoroughbred Breeders’ and Owners’ Association showcased Marion County’s thriving horse industry to 550 attendees. The panel, moderated by Tammy A. Gantt, highlighted the variety of horse breeds in the...
by HorseMinute.com | Feb 6, 2025 | Horse Breeding
President Donald Trump’s focus on cracking down on illegal immigrants has caused concern in the horse racing industry, which heavily relies on foreign labor. However, the President of the National Thoroughbred Racing Association, Tom Rooney, believes that the...
by HorseMinute.com | Feb 5, 2025 | Horse Breeding
Florida’s decoupling legislation, which would remove the requirement for Gulfstream Park to run live Thoroughbred races in order to operate its casino, advanced in a House subcommittee. The bill would also apply similar terms to cardroom gaming license-holders,...
by HorseMinute.com | Feb 5, 2025 | Horse Breeding
A Florida House panel supported a bill that would eliminate the requirement for Gulfstream Park and Tampa Bay Downs to hold races in order to offer other types of gambling. The bill, known as decoupling, aims to give the tracks more flexibility to make profitable...
by HorseMinute.com | Feb 5, 2025 | Horse Breeding
The Texas Horse Racing Hall of Fame will induct its 2025 class, including Larry Craft, Bill Melson, Joe Peacock Sr. and Jr., Mike Rutherford, American Quarter Horse Havanah Goodtime, and Thoroughbred Too Much Bling on October 4 at Lone Star Park. These individuals and...
