Saratoga, CA

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Monmouth, IL

Grade 1 winner Book’em Danno was among six 3-year-olds entered today for Friday’s Jersey Shore Stakes at Monmouth Park, with trainer Derek Ryan saying a final decision on the gelding’s next start “will be made later in the week.”. The Jersey Shore Stakes, to be contested...

Monmouth Park Barn Notes: Book’em Danno Entered for Friday’s Jersey Shore Stakes

Saratoga Springs, NY

RED TR-Racing's 2022 GI Kentucky Derby winner Rich Strike (Keen Ice) posted his second work back off an extended layoff, breezing over Saratoga Race Course's Oklahoma training track Friday morning. Hall of Fame trainer Bill Mott said that he caught Keen Ice–with Neil Poznansky in the irons–covering three furlongs solo in :38 (10/16).

Kentucky Derby Winner Rich Strike Breezes Again at Saratoga Friday

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y.–Trainer Jeremiah Englehart has some time to figure out what to do next with GIII Sanford Stakes winner Mo Plex (Complexity). The 2-year-old colt came out of his one-length Sanford win last Saturday in good shape, Englehart said Thursday outside his barn at the Oklahoma Annex. Now...

Saratoga Notebook, Presented By NYRA Bets: Sanford Champ Mo Plex Could Run In Spa's Hopeful Or Funny Cide

The field for the $1 million, Grade 1 NYRA Bets Haskell Stakes Saturday at Monmouth Park contains six winners of stakes races for 3-year-olds among its eight entrants. Listing them in order of earnings to date, we start with Dornoch ($1.75 million), who drew the rail position in the starting gate and comes off an upset win in the Grade 1 Belmont Stakes Presented by NYRA Bets last month. He also won the Grade 2 Coolmore Fountain of Youth Stakes in March.

Tuscan Sky Gets Slight Edge Over Dornoch in Haskell Stakes

Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

New York Post

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Churchill Downs has rescinded its extended suspension of Bob Baffert, allowing the Hall of Fame trainer to resume racing his horses at the historic track and partner facilities after more than three years of banishment for a failed drug test of ultimately disqualified 2021 Kentucky Derby winner Medina Spirit.

The stunning announcement came Friday after Baffert issued a statement in which he took responsibility for now-deceased colt Medina Spirit’s failed drug test after crossing the finish line in the 147th Kentucky Derby in May 2021. 

Kentucky racing stewards disqualified Medina Spirit the following winter, and Churchill Downs elevated runner-up Mandaloun to Derby...

Churchill Downs lifts Bob Baffert’s suspension for horse’s failed drug test

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Churchill Downs lifted the suspension on Friday of thoroughbred trainer Bob Baffert after the Hall of Famer admitted to wrongdoing in the horse Medina Spirit’s failed drug test in the 2021 Kentucky Derby.

Churchill Downs lifts Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert’s suspension after he admits wrongdoing

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

Ruidoso, NM

Alamogordo Conservative Daily

Parts of Ruidoso were under a flash flood emergency on Saturday as heavy rain fell on burn scars in the area. According to the National Weather Service, flooding was observed in many parts of Ruidoso.

Ruidoso Downs Horse Racing Is a Go for Sunday with Recovery from Saturday Flooding

The epic battle between trainer Bob Baffert and Churchill Downs concluded stunningly and suddenly on Friday in horse racing news, marking a significant chapter in the Medina Spirit scandal. Baffert’s ban led to Medina Spirit’s disqualification because of a positive drug test after the horse crossed the finish line first...

Baffert Takes Responsibility for Medina Spirit Derby Scandal

A lot is known about the famous actors who starred in old Western films, but what about the horses? The movies would not have been the same without the horses that helped shape them. Meet five of the most famous Old Hollywood horses!. 1) Trigger: Trigger is arguably the most...

5 Famous Horses From Western Film

Enjoy these six photos of riders with their heart horses!. This week we asked to see photos of riders with the horses that stole their heart. Enjoy these six photos of equestrians with their heart horses!. Keep an eye out for next week’s photo challenge! We announce challenge subjects on...

Reader Photo Challenge: Heart Horses

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

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Morris County, NJ

Morristown Minute

MORRISTOWN, NJ - As of this morning, numerous construction projects and an incident involving downed wires are causing traffic disruptions across Morris County, affecting key roadways and potentially delaying local commutes. Here's a rundown of the current road conditions:

Traffic Nightmare: Construction and Downed Wires Cause Chaos in Morris County

Unmatched Wisdom (Cairo Prince) went right to the front for the third time in his career and secured his career first black-type win in the Curlin Stakes. A standout debuter May 10 over a muddy Belmont Big A mile maiden, where he won by 6 1/4 lengths, he was last seen delivering a similarly eye-catching effort against first-level allowance company at that venue June 22 stretching out to this stakes' distance for the first time.

Unmatched Wisdom Powers Home In Curlin Stakes At The Spa, Travers Next Target

Saratoga, IL

The Coaching Club American Oaks (G1) isn't generally considered a prep for the Travers Stakes (G1), but perhaps this year will be the exception. Ken McPeek's multiple grade 1 winner Thorpedo Anna (Fast Anna) leads the five 3-year-old fillies entered for this year's 108th running of the CCA Oaks, scheduled as the 11th race on the July 20 card at Saratoga Race Course, and while the trainer hasn't made any decisions about where his standout filly will run next, he also hasn't ruled out any options, adding a tantalizing element to this year's renewal.

Thorpedo Anna Seeks Third G1 in Saratoga's CCA Oaks

Washougal, WA

The line continues to lengthen between favorite Chase Sexton and former red plate holder Hunter Lawrence at BetOnline.com, expanding from a difference of 400 points last week to 475 for the Washougal (Wash.) National. Sexton showed a minus line for the Spring Creek National of -200, which was presumably popular...

Washougal Motocross Betting Odds: Line lengthens between Chase Sexton, Hunter Lawrence

Hamilton Township, NJ

Rainbow Shops, a popular clothier known for its youth clothing, is preparing to shut down its location at the Hamilton Mall in Hamilton Township, New Jersey. The store is currently offering a hefty 40% discount on all items as part of its liquidation sale.

Saratoga and Del Mar Race Picks: Best Bets for Saturday

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