"State Takes Over Pimlico for Revamp, Baltimore to Host Permanent Horse Racing"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WBAL TV Baltimore
Maryland's horse-racing industry is poised for a significant overhaul with a proposal to renovate Pimlico Race Course and make it the central hub for racing by 2027, including a $400 million modernization plan that would transform it into a year-round economic asset. The plan, which requires approval from the Maryland General Assembly, would temporarily move the Preakness Stakes to Laurel Park during construction. The Maryland Thoroughbred Racetrack Operating Authority's report outlines the vision for the future of the industry, including new facilities, increased racing days, and community development, with positive initial reactions from stakeholders and fans.