Lexington, KY

Aachen, Germany – The Defender U.S. Eventing Team holds third place overnight as they look towards the final phase of cross-country in the SAP Cup CCIO4*-S at CHIO Aachen. The team, led by Chef d’Equipe Bobby Costello, produced solid scores keeping them within reach of the top five after the dressage phase, with the team then producing four consecutive clear rounds in the Main Stadium for their jumping phase later in the day. They currently sit on 102.1 combined team penalties behind Great Britain on 96.3, and Australia on 100.1.

Defender U.S. Eventing Team Sits in Third Overnight Looking to Final Cross-Country Phase

Ellis, KS

5th-Ellis, $69,299, Msw, 7-6, 2yo, f, 5 1/2f, 1:04.93, ft, 3 1/4 lengths. RICH CITY GIRL (f, 2, City of Light–Hassler {Ire}, by War Front), a $195,000 KEESEP yearling turned $435,000 OBSMAR breezer, was working bullets at Hawthorne for Larry Rivelli ahead of her debut and ran them off their feet for a sharp score as the slight 2-1 favorite. Scratched out of Friday evening's Prairie Gold Lassie Stakes at Prairie Meadows in favor of this spot, Rich City Girl was on the engine from her inside draw and was hounded through an opening quarter in :22.12. She began to shake clear as they approached the top of the stretch, and, despite hanging on her left lead down the lane, cruised home to a 3 1/4-length victory. Second-time starter and $410,000 OBS April graduate Praying (Vekoma) was second. It was another 3/4 of a length back to the debuting $400,000 OBS April product Mischief Night (Practical Joke) in third. Hassler, a daughter of MGISW Turbulent Descent (Congrats), had a colt by Not This Time in 2023 and a filly by Epicenter this year. Lifetime Record: 1-1-0-0, $42,505. Click for the Equibase.com chart.

City of Light's Rich City Girl Sharp on Debut at Ellis Park

Thomas County, GA

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Friendship Baptist Church is the oldest Baptist congregation in Thomas County, established near the Florida line a few miles south of present-day Metcalfe. Its first congregants met in a log structure at least as early as the late 1830s. The earliest burial I can find in the cemetery located adjacent to the original church dates […]

Friendship Baptist Church, 1888, Metcalfe

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Paw My Pets

When he whispered “I love you” in the dog’s ear I cried. Army specialist Vance McFarland had long anticipated this pivotal juncture ever since his deployment in Afghanistan. It is customary for soldiers not to operate in isolation, and by his side stood Ikar, a Czech Shepherd meticulously trained as a tactical explosive detection companion.

Dog Races Into Arms Of Soldier After Years Apart

Pennsylvania State

Butler, PA

Roger Hammer is generally acknowledged as being the “King of the Fairs” when it comes to Pennsylvania racing. As long as he continues to race, Hammer still remains as the monarch. But there is a king in waiting. He is Todd Schadel. “Roger is cutting down” said Schadel....

Some think Todd Schadel could have the next Niatross

Brooklyn, NY

Next is not the first horse who turned into a graded stakes winner after he was claimed. Yet his ascent into a black-type performer may be the most surprising in quite a while given the manner of his turnaround. Not This Time — Bahia Beach, by Awesome Again. Owner:...

Next Continues Distance Dominance in Brooklyn

Massachusetts State

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Hammy and Cheyanne, two miniature poodles, are in search of their forever home. Weighing 6.3lb and 6.4lb respectively, these sweet pups are a bonded pair with a sad past. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, shares their story, explaining that "Hammy & Cheyanne are cruelty case pups that are a bonded pair. They're from a rural area in Texas. These are a pair of sweet little pups that are in need of a fresh start together!"

Meet The Sweet Little Dogs Who Are Looking For Love

Kansas City, MO

Cats of Kansas City

All of these cats are currently looking for a place to call home and have heard it through the grapevine that you've got some pretty nice digs. If you fancy any of them, consider clicking on their links and getting in touch with their respective shelter. All of these cats are in the greater Kansas City area.

Five cats that would love to move in with you

Winner of three of his four starts on the grass last season, including two at the Grade III level, Amerman Racing's Endlessly (Oscar Performance) returns to the grass for the first time as a 3-year-old as the 6-5 morning-line favorite for Saturday's $750,000 GI Belmont Derby. Typically contested over 10 furlongs at Belmont Park, this year's renewal takes place over a mile and three-sixteenths at Aqueduct.

Endlessly Tops Short, But Sweet Field In Belmont Derby

Indiana State

Indianapolis, IN

(Dragoon Guard / All Photos by Coady Media) From the Horseshoe Indianapolis Media Team / Tammy Knox:. SHELBYVILLE, Ind. (Saturday, July 6, 2024) — Dragoon Guard was on a mission from the start and he never waivered from his plans, scoring the win in the 30th running of the Grade 3 $300,000 Indiana Derby at Horseshoe Indianapolis. The win with Dragoon Guard gives trainer Brad Cox back to back victories in the race after winning the 2023 edition with Verifying.

Notes & Quotes From G3 Indiana Derby: Dragoon Guard

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Have you ever met someone who is wise beyond their age? Such people are often referred to as old souls. They understand life and the world better than many zodiac signs. A soul’s age doesn’t necessarily match a person’s actual age. Instead, it advances based on the life experiences someone has.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Old Souls

Kentucky State

Florence, KY

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Four people were killed and three others injured in a mass shooting in Northern Kentucky where the suspected shooter led police on chase before turning the gun on himself. Police responded to a call just before 3 a.m. on Saturday morning for an active shooting situation at a home in Florence.

Four dead, three injured in birthday party shooting; suspected shooter dead after chase

Wyoming State

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Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

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Esteban Ocon is on the move, but where to and when?

Esteban Ocon early Alpine release twist in wild British GP paddock rumour

Have you ever met someone who easily wins people’s hearts whenever he attends conferences and parties? You probably envied them wishing you would catch other zodiac signs’ attention like them. Some individuals are popular and have a large number of friends. People like them because of their character, hygiene, and kindness. Such people are usually easy going and they freely interact with individuals of different ages. Read on to learn about signs that are a darling to many people.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Become Everyone’s Favorite

In a release, the Japan Racing Horse Association reported its opening July 8 session was "stronger than expected," as the yearling session of the JRHA yearling and foal sale saw records fall in gross and average, topped by a sale-record price for a yearling. Leading the way was a colt...

Kitasan Black Colt Posts Record Price for JRHA Yearling

The Olympic Games kick off this month in Paris, France, and the U.S. Eventing Team has sent three strong horse and rider combinations plus a traveling reserve. We caught up with all four team riders to learn more about them. Will Coleman. Age:. 41. Hometown:. Ocala, Florida. Off The Record.

Meet the Olympic Eventing Team

A-Z-Animals

With more than 260 equine breeds in the world, it can be a challenge to narrow the list down to ten of the prettiest horses. After all, every breed of horse has its own appealing qualities. This list of prettiest horses in the world contains equine from well-known places as well as places you may […]

10 Prettiest Horses in the World

According to EquiRatings, since the SAP-Cup came into play 16 years ago, the leader after show jumping has gone on to win seven times. And that’s exactly the enviable (or perhaps not because, well, pressure) position reigning Olympic champion Julia Krajewski finds herself in with the talented ten-year-old Nickel 21. They’ve been in this position before – remember Boekelo? – so we won’t count our chickens just yet, but Aachen’s theirs to lose and we may very well find that we’ve got a winner really quite early in the day. Watch this space.

Have a ‘Gut’ Ride! Live Blog from the Cross Country at The World Equestrian Festival CHIO Aachen

Godolphin, which has been the leading owner in North America for the past three years, is well on its way to a fourth consecutive title, as Sheikh Mohammed's operation leads all owners in earnings through the first six months of 2024 by a wide margin. Perennial leading jockey Irad Ortiz...

Godolphin, Ortiz Jr., Asmussen Lead First Half of 2024

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American-bred 4-year-old best in Sprintermästaren

The $232,000 Sprintermästaren, a mile race for 4-year-olds, was held on Halmstad racetrack’s Thursday (July 4) evening card and after three elimination races, the two American-bred...

American-bred 4-year-old best in Sprintermästaren

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