Articles filed under Horse Racing
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Suburban racing board member blasts Churchill for decision to sell ArlingtonMar 23, 2021 1:00 am - A newly appointed member of the state panel that regulates the horse racing industry didn't take long to call out the owner of Arlington International Racecourse for its...
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Prospect Heights sportsbook open in time for March MadnessMar 16, 2021 1:00 am - Days before the March Madness college basketball tournament is set to tip off, bettors now have a new brick-and-mortar sportsbook in the Northwest suburbs to make their ...
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Tickets for Arlington's final season on sale April 15Mar 15, 2021 1:00 am - Tickets for the start of what's expected to be Arlington International Racecourse's final season will go on sale online at noon April 15, officials announced Monday. Tha...
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Arlington Heights mayor pledges 'extensive involvement' in future of Arlington Park siteMar 11, 2021 12:00 am - Arlington Heights Mayor Tom Hayes says he and village officials plan to have "extensive involvement" in what becomes of the Arlington Park site, though he noted the vill...
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Jim O'Donnell: Churchill Inc. perfectly positioned to donate land for Halas StadiumMar 03, 2021 12:00 am - FUTURE TOP COLLEGE CURRICULA may one day refer to it as, "The Audacity of Ask." Or, "How the village of Arlington Heights constructively worked with Churchill Downs Inc....
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Constable: Duchossois has fond memories, hope for what's next at Arlington ParkMar 01, 2021 12:00 am - His heart and soul are a part of Arlington Park, but Dick Duchossois says he's fine with the new owners selling the horse-racing palace he made that is an institution in...
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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...