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Colonial Downs will have camel, ostrich and zebra races on Friday night

Colonial Downs will have camel, ostrich and zebra races on Friday night

Jerry Lindquist

July 10, 2025 | 7:50PM EDT

Colonial Downs will mix up its usual horse racing offerings on Friday night with camel races, and put out a call for “celebrity” riders.
By Jerry Lindquist

Colonial Downs opens longest racing season since reopening


Daily purses are at an all-time high of $700,000 thanks in large part to the Rosie's facilities.
By Jerry Lindquist
Colonial Downs opens longest racing season since reopening

Lindquist: Richmond's first NHL hockey player signs contract with Buffalo


The 24 year old defenseman is the first player born and raised in Virginia to suit up in the National Hockey League.
By Jerry Lindquist
Lindquist: Richmond's first NHL hockey player signs contract with Buffalo

As VCU rebuilds its basketball team, local ties will be a priority


The new coach said VCU offers in-state athletes a great opportunity to build their brand on their home turf.
By Mike Barber
As VCU rebuilds its basketball team, local ties will be a priority

Banana Ball is coming to the Diamond this weekend. Here’s what to expect.


My boyfriend is a left-handed pitcher, and the violinist, for the Texas Tailgaters.
By Laura Finaldi
Banana Ball is coming to the Diamond this weekend. Here’s what to expect.

Midlothian softball caps perfect season with state title


"Marlee is easily the best pitcher in the state. It’s not even close."
By Rob Witham
Midlothian softball caps perfect season with state title

Atlee and Hanover baseball teams fall in surprising state tourney results


This will be the first time since 2019 that Hanover county has no team in the baseball championship game.
By Rob Witham
Atlee and Hanover baseball teams fall in surprising state tourney results
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