New World Screwworm Resources from the Texas Animal Health Commission
(Austin, Texas - Thursday, June 11, 2026) - The Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) has published a page on its website with detailed information and resources related to the New World Screwworm. There is currently a quarantine in place due to an established New World Screwworm Infested Zone in parts of the following Texas counties: Edwards, Gillespie, Kerr, Kimble, La Salle, Sutton, Uvalde, Val Verde, Webb, Zavala. According to the Executive Director Orders issued, all warm-blooded animals in a zone may not move out of the zone without prior authorization from the Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC). Full Story

Lone Star Park Announces 2026 Thoroughbred Racing Season
(Grand Prairie, Texas - Friday, February 20, 2026) - After coming off of a successful Thoroughbred Racing Season in 2025, Lone Star Park is looking forward to 2026. Full Story

Chariot Energy Named New Electricity Provider of Sam Houston Race Park and Sponsor of the Groovy Stakes
(Houston, Texas - Thursday, January 22, 2026) - Sam Houston Race Park is proud to announce that its official electricity provider is Chariot Energy. Additionally, Chariot Energy will be the official named sponsor of the $75,000 Chariot Energy Groovy Stakes. Contested as part of the Houston Racing Festival, the Chariot Energy Groovy is a 6 furlong event for 3 year-old Texas-bred colts. Full Story