This 5-part series from New Orleans Times-Picayune investigates Fair Grounds horse track and its neglect by parent company Churchill Downs. Churchill Downs is posting record revenue from the slot machines they put in the race tracks- so-called “racinos” – while the track is in deteriorating condition and is becoming less and less popular.
2014 Some say conditions at New Orleans Fair Grounds lagging
2014 Horsemen concerned about growing disconnect
2014 New Orleans Fair Grounds experiences turf problems and purse cuts
2014 Corporate raider Churchill Downs needs to reinvest in historic New Orleans Fair Grounds