Officials with Grand River Raceway have announced that track will stage a moment of silence tonight (Wednesday, September 17) for local horseman Mark Austin, who passed away on Sunday.

The moment of silence will take place at the start of the track’s Wednesday broadcast, at approximately 6:05 p.m.

Horsepeople wishing to participate are asked to make their way to the racetrack in front of the toteboard immediately following the playing of the National Anthem (at approximately 6:02 p.m.)

The moment of silence will be preceded by a short video.

(Grand River Raceway)

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