Curlin guarded like true treasure Aug 8, 2008
After spending the winter in Louisiana at Fair Grounds racetrack and swinging by Churchill Downs to take the Stephen Foster Handicap, she has come here to Saratoga for a second season as the colt's faithful protector. Kearns' job is unique, for despite the high-dollar value of many thoroughbreds, few are assigned professional protection. (Albany Times Union)
Brunker: This is not your granddads Kentucky Derby May 3, 2008
The company owns racetracks and simulcast wagering operations in Kentucky, Illinois, Florida and Louisiana and last year added new entertainment options aka slot machines at Fair Grounds racetrack in New Orleans to its portfolio. It also recently began operating online wagering service called twinspires. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Curlin, Pyro work at Fair Grounds Jan 26, 2008
The Fair Grounds racetrack seemed, if anything, slightly slow Thursday morning, and the positive breeze was just what Pyro needed if he is to make the Feb. 9 Risen Star Stakes for his 3-year-old debut. "We'll see how he comes out of it," Blasi said of Pyro's Risen Star status. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Ruth's Chris Steak House buys Mitchell's Fish Market Nov 8, 2007
The company, founded in 1965 when Ruth Fertel mortgaged her house to purchase a 60-seat steakhouse near the New Orleans Fair Grounds racetrack, now operates 114 restaurants worldwide. Miller said he sees plenty of growth ahead for Ruth's Chris, but to hedge his bets, the chief executive said he wanted to venture into another restaurant market. (Orlando Sentinel)
Heavy rain fails to dampen spirits at New Orleans Jazz Fest May 5, 2007
As the festival's final weekend got under way, the rain cleared performers from the outdoor stages at the New Orleans Fair Grounds racetrack, but jazz, blues and gospel performances continued under the tents. Water on the grounds was near knee-deep for a time. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Keep on rocking: Jazz Fest soaked, but music continues May 5, 2007
At Jazz Fest, heading its final weekend at the New Orleans Fair Grounds racetrack, rain dampened some but not all spirits. "I spent $48 to stand in a tent and watch it rain," said Wayne Fillingin, 29, of Mobile, Ala. (WWLTV.com, LA)
