Due to the extreme heat June 23, 24, 25, anyone not wanting to race may scratch without penalty, but they must call the judges to do so.
Category: Announcements
Richard Mathurin Sr., 88, dies
Richard Ansel Mathurin Sr., 88, most recently of San Diego, Calif., passed away peacefully on June 18, 2025, at Kearny Mesa Convalescent and Nursing Home.
OHHA to live stream races from Putnam County Fair
The Ohio Harness Horsemen’s Association (OHHA) will continue its 2025 Ohio county fair racing coverage with live streaming of two days of racing from the Putnam County Fairgrounds in Ottawa, Ohio, on Tuesday and Wednesday (June 24 and 25).
Post time change at Ottawa, Ohio
Due to the number of races carded, post time for harness racing on both Tuesday (June 24) and Wednesday (June 25) at the Putnam County Fair, in Ottawa, Ohio, has been shifted forward to 3 p.m. EDT.
NAADA announces charitable donations
Joe Faraldo, president of the North American Amateur Drivers Association (NAADA), announced today two donations of $2,500 each.
David Brumbaugh, 77, dies
David A. Brumbaugh, 77, of Arcanum, Ohio, passed away on June 18, 2025. Born on August 5, 1947, in Greenville, Ohio.
Ontario Racing announces Kids’ Day Camp is coming to eight racetracks this summer
Ontario Racing is pleased to announce the launch of its free Kids’ Day Camp scheduled to make stops at eight racetracks in the province this summer.
Freshman Focus to feature Ryan Miller
The Ohio Harness Horsemen’s Association (OHHA) will feature Ryan Miller and his Ohio 2-year-olds in training in this week’s edition of Freshman Focus.
Woodbine Entertainment relaunches Woodbine Cares Initiative
Woodbine Entertainment announced Wednesday (June 18) the relaunch of Woodbine Cares, its philanthropic arm, under a renewed banner: “For the Love of the Horse Racing Community.”
Standardbred Transition Alliance accredits six
The Standardbred Transition Alliance (STA) has concluded its 2025 accreditation and spring grant awards with a total of six non-profit adoption charities meeting all necessary criteria. This year, the spring grant distribution totaled $103,000.