Florida

Poker Room Now Open At Gretna Centre

December 20, 2011

The topic of pari-mutuel barrel racing in Florida has been one of the most disputed legal gaming issues in North America in 2011, and on Saturday, December 17 the northern Florida centre opened the do...

PM Barrel Racing Allowed To Proceed

December 13, 2011

On Tuesday, December 13, the First District Court of Appeal ruled against the Florida Quarter Horse Racing Association's attempts to have pari-mutuel barrel racing at the Gretna facility cease

Gaming Lawsuits Coming In Florida?

November 15, 2011

Existing gaming operators in the state of Florida have let it be known that they will take to the courts in order to fight the recent issuing of gaming licenses in the state

Report: Coleman To Race In Florida

September 19, 2011

The 48th season of live harness racing in South Florida will open with an accomplished cast of excellent trainers and drivers, according to Pompano Park Director of Racing Operations John Yinger.

Stronach Looks To Ban Race-Day Meds

Frank Stronach has asked Florida's pari-mutuel wagering director for help in implementing a proposed program which would get ride of all race-day medications for three-year-olds at Gulfstream Park

Racehorse Crashes Pool Party

With sweltering temperatures along North America's eastern seaboard, many are probably considering hopping the fence and taking a dip in the neighbour's pool. Although most of us hold ourselves back, ...

Fla. Dog Racing / Card Room Bill Advances

According to a report, on Tuesday, April 26 a bill passed through the Florida House which would see card rooms in the state be able to operate without having to host programs of live greyhound racing

Slots Without Racing In Florida?

Two bills currently under review in Florida could drastically change the face of gambling in that state, and possibly in North America

Christie To Set Online Gaming Precedent?

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie has until Thursday, March 3 to either veto or sign legislation which would make it legal for in-state casino operators to run online gaming websites for residents of...

Hialeah Park Takeout Reduced To 12 Per Cent

October 06, 2010

On Monday, October 4, quarter-horse racetrack Hialeah Park announced that it will reduce takeouts rates on all wagers to an industry low 12%

Commission Exec. Director Accused Of Intimidation

October 05, 2010

Courier-journal.com has reported that Indiana Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association Executive Director Eddie Martin has accused Indiana Horse Racing Commission Executive Director Joe G

WEG Wins Another Simulcast Award

September 23, 2010

The Woodbine Entertainment Group today announced that it has been named the winner of the 2010 Simulcast Award at the International Simulcasting Conference