MTHA Newsletter

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The Horsemen’s Happenings newsletter is the official publication of the Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association and is distributed at least twice each month to thousands of horsemen, owners, trainers, breeders, industry stakeholders, and racing fans across the country.

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The Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen's Association is the officially authorized organization that represents, assists and promotes the interests of Maryland's Thoroughbred owners and trainers.

July 2, 2026

The Maryland racing community is mourning the recent loss of Derrick Edwards, Troy Balsinger and William Hairfield.

July 1, 2026

Retired Racehorse Project Executive Director hopes to serve as a resource as Maryland’s new horse slaughter law takes effect.

July 1, 2026

Acquisition Clears Final Major Hurdle in Establishing Maryland’s Permanent Thoroughbred Training Center

July 1, 2026

Services have been scheduled for Derrick Edwards, the longtime assistant starter for The Maryland Jockey Club racetracks who passed away on June 20. He was 57.

July 1, 2026

Online applications will be accepted soon for the Ferris Allen Bootstraps Scholarship—an award created to support individuals working within the Maryland Thoroughbred racing community who aspire to further their education.

June 30, 2026

With live racing at Laurel Park on its annual summer hiatus, MedStar Health physicians serving the Maryland Horsemen’s Health System will be available on a limited schedule until racing resumes.

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