Articles filed under Horse Racing
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Arlington remembers Daily Herald sports writer Mike SpellmanFeb 27, 2021 12:00 am - Arlington International Racecourse paid a wonderful tribute to former Daily Herald colleague Mike Spellman, who died of a heart attack six years ago at age 51. Just mont...
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Even with a stadium, Arlington Park redevelopment likely to include other usesFeb 27, 2021 12:00 am - 'Mixed use' is all the buzz, so stores, homes, dining could come, too
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What a history it's been for Arlington International RacecourseFeb 27, 2021 12:00 am - A sad day is coming for Arlington Heights. When it arrives - and Arlington International Racecourse is sold - it will likely mark the end of thoroughbred racing in the ...
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What happened to other iconic horse racing tracks?Feb 26, 2021 12:00 am - With thoroughbred racing struggling to find fans and facing increasing competition for the gambling dollar, Arlington Park will be just the latest in a long line of once...
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Churchill Downs commits to horse racing in Illinois — but not at ArlingtonFeb 25, 2021 12:00 am - Now that Arlington International Racecourse is officially for sale, the owners of Churchill Downs Inc. on Thursday reiterated their desire to relocate Arlington's horse ...
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O'Donnell: It's time for George S. Halas Stadium at Arlington ParkFeb 24, 2021 12:00 am - THE TIME TO HESITATE is through. Churchill Downs Inc. has made its decision regarding Arlington Park. Now it is urgently incumbent upon regional politicians and civic pl...
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From a new Bears home to Ravinia-style concerts, Arlington Park redevelopment ideas aboundFeb 24, 2021 12:00 am - A recurring topic on Chicago sports talk radio, online message boards and social media for years, the possibility of a Chicago Bears move to Arlington Heights is back in...
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Arlington Park reactions: Disappointment, anger over decision to sellFeb 23, 2021 12:00 am - Though the past couple of years haven't been the most secure of Arlington Park's nearly century of horse racing, local and state officials expressed their disappointment...
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'It's a sad day in Arlington Heights': Arlington Park owner puts track up for saleFeb 23, 2021 12:00 am - Long expected by racing industry observers and feared by horse owners, trainers and fans, Arlington International Racecourse's status as a gem for the sport of kings is ...
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Duchossois family, once largest shareholders in Churchill Downs, sells back 1 million sharesFeb 03, 2021 4:00 am - This story has been updated to correctly note that the Duchossois family was once the largest shareholder of Churchill Downs Inc. stock. Churchill Downs Inc., owner...