John Henry Kirkwood, 72, of Berea, Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2026.
Category: Announcements
May stakes payment news center
The USTA has compiled the advisories provided by stakes administrators regarding upcoming nomination and sustaining payments for the races under their purview. Refer to this page for updates, as they are made available.
MSOA announces 2026 Scholarship Program
The Meadows Standardbred Owners Association (MSOA) is proud to announce that applications are now open for its 2026 Scholarship Program, offering more than $69,000 in financial support to deserving students as they pursue their next level of education.
Fayette County (OH) matinee May 17
The Fayette County Harness Horseman’s Association will hold its annual matinee on Sunday, May 17, with a noon post time at the Fayette County Fairgrounds.
Entries open for Buckeye Classic Sale
The Hoosier Classic Sale Company is now accepting entries for the Buckeye Classic Yearling Sale.
May Hoof Beats mailing delayed by technical problems
Due to technical problems at the printer last week, mailing of the May issue of Hoof Beats has been delayed. Mailing has been rescheduled for Monday (May 4).
Dayle Roof, 88, dies
Dayle D. Roof, 88, of Lockbourne, Ohio, passed away on May 2, 2026.
Melvin Paul Segal, 79, dies
Melvin Paul Segal, born June 7, 1946, in Wadesboro, North Carolina and lived a full, vibrant, and memorable life, passed away peacefully at home on April 12, 2026, as he wished.
SOA of NY/Yonkers Raceway John R. Brennan Scholarship application now available
The SOA of NY is pleased to announce that the 2026 SOA of NY/Yonkers Raceway John R. Brennan Scholarship application and rules are now available. Application deadline is Friday, May 29, 2026.
Entries open for Winner’s Circle Speed Sale
Entries are now being accepted for the 2026 Winner’s Circle Speed Sale, which will take place Thursday, Oct. 8, on the campus of Michigan State University, in East Lansing, Mich.