The Maryland Health Connection has announced the open enrollment period for the 2024-2025 coverage year. During this time, individuals can sign up for new health insurance or make changes to their existing plans.

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 critical to the future of Thoroughbred racing and wagering operations in Maryland.

The Maryland Department of the Environment has issued strict guidelines regarding the disposal of wastewater on the Laurel Park backstretch, particularly concerning the hosing down of asphalt and concrete surfaces. This practice can lead to serious environmental repercussions and potential penalties for non-compliance.

The Mobile Dentist, which visited Laurel Park regularly in parts of 2021 and 2022, will be returning to the track later this fall.

The Maryland Racing Commission at its August meeting approved a request from the Maryland Jockey Club for 56 days of live racing during the 2024 Laurel Park fall meet.

The annual Health Fair sponsored by the Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association and staffed by MedStar Health and Adventist HealthCare LifeWork Strategies will take place Tuesday, Oct. 8. The event will run from 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and be held in the Recreation Room at Laurel Park.