Turfway Park Race Course will rejoin the Kentucky Equine Education Project, the horse industry advocacy group and track announced Monday.
Florence’s Turfway Park provides 100 year-round jobs to the Northern Kentucky area and their workforce grows to 300 during the four months in which they host live racing.
“Having had the opportunity to get to know Turfway’s ownership group and management team, I’ve seen first hand their commitment to horse racing and their membership in KEEP further demonstrates their support for Kentucky’s signature industry,” said Corey Johnsen, KEEP Chairman and President of Kentucky Downs.
“KEEP has proven to be an effective advocate for all Kentucky horse interests,” said Chip Bach, General Manager, Turfway Park. “We are excited to support the diverse interests of all segments of Kentucky’s horse industry and to further the success of this signature industry.”
Opened in August 1959 under the name Latonia Race Course, Turfway Park has consistently been among the most innovative tracks in Thoroughbred racing. The track was the first in North America to install the Polytrack surface and was one of the first in the country to develop a player loyalty program, known as FastTrack Rewards. Turfway was also the first track in Kentucky to offer night racing, racing on Sunday and simulcast wagering.

Turfway Park is fully accredited by the National Thoroughbred Racing Association’s Safety and Integrity Alliance and has been recognized for supporting aftercare for Thoroughbreds upon conclusion of their racing careers. They have also introduced green initiatives, including composting the manure produced by the horses stabling at the track. The resulting product has earned Kentucky Proud.
Among the highlights during Turfway Park’s current race meet are the Grade III Spiral Stakes and the Grade III Bourbonette Oaks, which provide paths to the Kentucky Derby and The Kentucky Oaks respectively.
Previous Spiral winners Lil E. Tee and Animal Kingdom went on to win the Kentucky Derby. The 2016 Spiral Stakes and Bourbonette Oaks will be run on April 2, 2016.
The Kentucky Equine Education Project is a not-for-profit grassroots organization created in 2004 to preserve, promote and protect Kentucky’s signature horse industry. Support for KEEP’s activity comes directly from the horse industry and horse industry supporters that we represent.
To learn more about how you can become a member or make a contribution, please visit www.horseswork.com.
From KEEP Communications