Aaron West was awarded the Godolphin sponsored 2020 Thoroughbred Industry Employee Award for Newcomer of the Year in North America. He was formerly racing operations manager for Bradley Thoroughbreds. Source

The Research and Education Foundation has awarded TAKE2 Second Career Thoroughbred Program with $4,000. Source

The PowerPoint presentations and video replay from the 56th International Conference of Horseracing Authorities, which was organized by the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities, can now be found on the IFHA website (ifhaonline.org). Source

Gandolfini, National Treasure, and Hejazi could also give Baffert his 11th win in Santa Anita stakes for 2-year-olds. Source

Every year, local Thoroughbred farms and organizations team up with Keeneland to grant wishes for Eastern Kentucky kids with critical illnesses. Make-A-Wish Day at Keeneland is in honor of John Greely IV. Source

All who are in town for the Breeders’ Cup, along with area horsemen and horsewomen, are invited to enjoy a great meal along with a powerful message by guest speaker Oscar Tshiebwe and music led by a wonderful worship band. Source

The New York State Gaming Commission’s board Oct. 3 also put off until November a decision on Churchill Downs Inc.’s bid to purchase a company whose holdings include a large casino in the Finger Lakes region. Source

The New York State Gaming Commission’s board Oct. 3 also put off until November a decision on Churchill Downs Inc.’s bid to purchase a company whose holdings include a large casino in the Finger Lakes region. Source

The 56th International Conference of Horseracing Authorities held Oct. 3 in Paris included an update on the progress and future plans for the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority that launched July 1. Source

Dr. Richard J. Sheehan, Sr., one of the most respected and admired equine veterinarians in New England and beyond during his illustrious career, passed away on Sept. 30 with his family by his side in Mansfield, Mass. He was 91. Source