John Gosden, a towering figure in Newmarket’s horse-racing scene, has built an illustrious career since starting out in California 47 years ago. Now dubbed ‘The Godfather’ of flat racing in the UK, Gosden’s Clarehaven stables reflect his meticulous approach,...
Legendary trainer Bob Baffert, who has won the Kentucky Derby six times and trained the last two Triple Crown winners, has two longshot entries—Potente and Litmus Test—in the 2026 Kentucky Derby on May 2 at Churchill Downs. Renegade is...
The North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department announced that campsite reservations for Pembina Gorge State Park and Rough Rider State Park will open on May 5. Pembina Gorge, becoming an official state park on June 9, features a new...
The Kentucky Derby has grown into America’s most significant horse race through deliberate efforts to attract elite audiences and maintain cultural relevance, even as horse racing’s overall popularity has declined. Created after the Civil War to revive interest in...
The 2026 Steel Horse Rally in Fort Smith kicks off Friday evening and runs through Saturday, featuring a variety of free public events including motorcycle parking on historic Garrison Avenue, a motorcycle exhibition, a strongman competition, live music, and...
In December 2025, Merle and Amy C. adopted Obi-Wan, a severely neglected 10-year-old Andalusian rescued by the Humane Society of North Texas from cruel conditions. After being found emaciated and isolated in a locked stall, Obi-Wan underwent nearly seven...
