A new rule to increase betting interests eliminates coupled entries at West Virginia’s thoroughbred tracks, but horsemen have concerns.
A spate of naproxen positives involving shippers to Charles Town has regional horsemen suspecting contamination even as the Racing Commission investigates
Racing interests in West Virginia, through WV Racing United, will seek legislation to allow EquiLottery games as part of the state lottery.
Regional tracks and horsemen’s groups are trying to make backstretch workers’ holidays a little brighter. Here’s what they’re doing, and how you can help.
Local horsemen have helped provide thousands of dollars of supplies to people affected by West Virginia’s devastating floods — part of the state “family” helping each other.
West Virginia horsemen and breeders went to the state capital yesterday to oppose a “decoupling” bill they say would devastate the industry.
The ongoing Charles Town HBPA election comes at a key moment for the state racing industry — and reveals stark differences among some horsemen.
Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races and the Charles Town Horsemen’s Benevolent and Protective Association have agreed to terms on a new contract.
New legislation in West Virginia will reduce gaming’s support of Thoroughbreds, leaving Charles Town horsemen and breeders nervously eyeing the future.
In today’s RaceBrief, the West Virginia House of Delegates voted to cut racing’s share of slots revenues. Now it’s on to the Senate.