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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.

November 3, 2024

Upgrades to the Maryland Backstretch Pension Plan that are designed to provide participants with greater flexibility and more investment options were explained in detail during an Oct. 22 webinar hosted by John Hancock financial advisers.

November 3, 2024

This year’s Toy Drive giveaway will be held Saturday, Dec. 21, in the Laurel Park Track Kitchen. The event will begin at 11 a.m.

November 3, 2024

The Mobile Dentist returned to Laurel Park Oct. 28 for the first of several visits planned for the fall. It is expected the service will be offered every three weeks.

October 21, 2024

The Maryland Backstretch Pension Plan has unveiled a new structure designed to provide participants with greater flexibility and more investment options.

October 14, 2024

The Maryland Backstretch Pension Plan is rolling out an enhanced online platform designed to offer more flexibility and control for plan participants.

October 3, 2024

The Maryland Backstretch Pension Plan, which this year achieved more than 300 participants at the close of signups June 1, is ready to launch a new structure that will provide more options for those enrolled in the plan.

October 2, 2024

The Maryland Thoroughbred Racetrack Operating Authority Sept. 16 announced that industry leader Bill Knauf, who currently serves as Vice President of Business Development at Monmouth Park in New Jersey, will head the new non-profit entity that will chart the future of Thoroughbred racing and wagering operations in Maryland.

October 2, 2024

The Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association is pleased to announce that its 2024 Christmas Party will return to The Corner Stable restaurant located in Kings Contrivance Village Center in Columbia, Md.

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