he Pennsylvania Horse Racing Commission approved the dates and calendars at its November 25 meeting, and also signed off on the three-year license renewals for Hollywood Casino at The Meadows, Mohegan Pennsylvania (Pocono Downs) and Harrah’s Philadelphia Casino & Racetrack, as well as two of the three Thoroughbred tracks.
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North American Standardbred Mixed Sale releases roster and pedigrees for Dec. 19 event
The North American Standardbred Mixed Sale is pleased to announce that the full roster and detailed pedigrees for the 2025 sale are now available. Buyers, consignors, and industry participants are encouraged to review the lineup and make plans to attend the second annual sale on Dec. 19, 2025.
Roy Burns to succeed Skip Hoovler as USTA Director (District 1 – Ohio)
Columbus, OH – The U.S. Trotting Association announced Monday (Nov. 24) that respected Ohio driver-trainer and longtime Ohio Harness Horsemen’s Association (OHHA) Director Roy Burns has been appointed to the USTA Board…
Last call for 2026 Breeders Book orders; Dec. 1 deadline
The deadline to order the 2026 Breeders Book on Monday, Dec. 1 is rapidly approaching.
Randy Miles Williams, Sr., 69, obituary
Randy Miles Williams, Sr., age 69, of Pataskala, passed away on Friday, November 21, 2025 at his home. He was born September 6, 1956 in Newark, Ohio to the late Marvin “Shorty” and Anna Mae (Allen) Williams. His wife Karen, now retired, was a long-time employee of the U.S. Trotting Association.
USTA seeks part-time newsroom editor
The USTA is seeking a skilled Newsroom Editor to join the communications team on a contract basis. This role is ideal for an experienced editor or journalist with a passion for accuracy, clarity, and storytelling in equine and harness racing industries.
Pick-5 carryover Sunday night at MGM Northfield Park
There were no winning Pick-5 tickets on Wednesday night (Nov. 19), which creates a carryover of $$4,965 for the Sunday evening card (Nov. 23).
Dylan Huckabone-Miller is Monticello-Goshen’s Rising Star
While the much-heralded success of so-called ‘trainer-drivers’ harkens back to an era when Hall of Famers like Billy Haughton and Stanley Dancer drove their own charges in stakes and overnight races, Dylan Huckabone-Miller could be considered a throwback to the sport’s heyday.
Fall Final Four, FanDuel fostered fabulous finish to Big M season
Despite rainy and chilly conditions, the final big Grand Circuit night of racing at The Meadowlands on Saturday (Nov. 15) had everything: big stars, big purses, big betting and bang-bang finishes. In addition, on a night when public choices usually shine bright, some of the game’s biggest stars – who were small-priced favorites – were extinguished.
Heather Wilder voted by USHWA as Member of the Year
Heather Wilder, a longtime horsewoman and communicator who serves as the president of the Keystone Chapter of the United States Harness Writers Association, has been selected as the Member of the Year by USHWA in a poll of past winners of this award.