Ellis Park excluded out of a casino bid - 2004-02-26
Ellis Park has been excluded out of a proposal that would permit casino gambling at nine locations across Kentucky, including Owensboro.
If the legislation were to pass the Kentucky General Assembly and be authorized by constituents in November, it would create further inquiries as to the future of the Henderson track.
Henderson County Judge-executive Sandy Watkins voiced concern regarding what competition from an Owensboro casino would do to Ellis and the community.
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