Journalists Wandering Eyes Posted March 15, 2020 Journalists Share Posted March 15, 2020 In light of the public health emergency created by the COVID-19 pandemic, Maryland Governor Larry Hogan has issued an emergency order to close all Maryland casinos, racetracks, and simulcast betting facilities to the general public indefinitely. “This situation continues to evolve and will escalate rapidly and dramatically,” Hogan said. “These are unprecedented actions in an extraordinary situation, but they could be the difference in saving lives and keeping people safe.” The emergency order, which takes effect at midnight Monday, affects Thoroughbred facilities Laurel, Pimlico and Timonium and harness tracks Rosecroft Raceway and Ocean Downs. The Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency will work with casinos to facilitate an orderly shutdown of operations and the order does not apply to hotels adjacent to casinos. You can read Governor Hogan’s emergency order here. The post Maryland Governor Closes State’s Racetracks, Casinos and Simulcast Facilities appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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