Newtown Forest Hills Journal in Newtown, California

River Downs in no danger despite handle drop says manager

River Downs track handle is down by more than a million dollars after a month of racing. General manager Larry Koligian says the facility is not in danger of closing, citing decreased crowd attendance and smaller fields and noting weather and Ohio drug restrictions impact results. He mentions trainers may race across the river at Churchill Downs due to bans on bute and lasix, and expects crowds to improve as the drug issue plays out. River Downs has 56 racing dates remaining after Churchill Downs closes. Anderson finishes second in Hamilton County Suburban Athletic Association American Division spring standings with 81 points, one behind Oak Hills.