Thousands gather to watch the races
Web-posted 03/22/06
The Aiken Spring Steeplechase couldn't be called an absolute success. There were actually one or two clouds in the sky. Otherwise, the sun shone brightly and the estimated 30,000 people who packed Ford Conger Field celebrated the second leg of the Aiken Triple Crown in fine fashion.

Land's name, use has changed but horses are legacy
Web-posted 03/22/06
Aiken horseman Jack Wetzel recently gazed out over a 65-acre green space at Powderhouse Road and Audubon Drive.

Triple Crown kicks off with large crowd
Web-posted 03/19/06
AIKEN - It's a spring sensation in Aiken - the earth-shaking rumble of thoroughbreds charging neck and neck down the rail as their jockeys steer them towards the finish line.

Aiken's ready for days at the races
Web-posted 03/16/06
AIKEN - The city's annual rite of spring begins Saturday when the 64th annual Aiken Trials kicks off the Triple Crown.

Triple Crown weekends are exciting time
Web-posted 03/15/06
Aiken will offer plenty of entertainment for equine lovers and sports enthusiasts during the next three weekends.

Triple Crown helps spur Aiken County's economy
Web-posted 03/12/06
Horse lovers chomping at the bit for this year's Triple Crown got a preview of the three premier events at a Greater Aiken Chamber of Commerce breakfast Tuesday.