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Financial Struggles and Delays Threaten Future of Illinois Horse Racing at Hawthorne Race Course

Nearly six years after Illinois lawmakers granted Hawthorne Race Course exclusive rights and veto power to build a casino ("racino") at its track, the project remains unrealized, casting uncertainty over the future of horse racing in the Chicago area....

Future of Horse Racing in Illinois Remains Uncertain Amid Drama at Hawthorne

The article discusses the uncertain future of horse racing in Illinois, focusing on ongoing issues at Hawthorne Race Course. Despite its historical significance, the venue faces operational and financial challenges that have cast doubt on the continuation of racing...

Wyoming Bill Proposes No DUI Charges for Drunk Horseback Riding

A Republican state representative in Wyoming, Rep. Julie Jarvis, has proposed a bill that would exempt people from DUI charges if they are intoxicated while riding horses, mules, or donkeys. The bill seeks to clarify that the state's DUI...

Maine Rescue Helps Neglected Horses Recover After Seizure from New York Farm

The Maine State Society for the Protection of Animals (MSSPA), along with other New England rescues, is caring for 11 horses rescued from severe neglect at a farm in Melrose, New York. The horses, including one named Gibson, were...

Four Horses Rescued from Years of Neglect Recovering at Dorset Equine Rescue

Four horses rescued from a farm in Melrose, New York, are now recovering at Dorset Equine Rescue after enduring years of severe neglect. The animals were found in appalling conditions, with four trapped in stalls buried under years of...

National Western Stock Show 2024: Schedule and Highlights of Denver’s Premier Western Event

The National Western Stock Show, running through January 25 in Denver, is a premier event featuring a wide array of activities including horse shows, stock dog competitions, rodeos, and western art exhibitions. Established in 1906, it serves as a...
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