NGA Meet pups-Wheeling connection

Thu, Apr 14, 2011

Will a star of the future come out of next week’s National Greyhound Association Spring Meet in Abilene, Kansas?

Orozco, Dog Gone, Kwanza capture Wheeling stakes

Mon, Feb 28, 2011

While Its Orozco Rose closed the 2010 racing season at Wheeling Island with a surprise victory in the $15,000 Holiday Sprint on New Year’s Eve, two favorites also captured late season stakes races at the West Virginia track.

Big Wheels: A ticket machine

Wed, Mar 02, 2011

“Big wheel keeps on turnin’ ...” TK Big Wheels keeps on rollin’ ...

Year in Review: Wheeling Island

Wed, Mar 02, 2011

Tumultuous. If there’s one word to describe the 2010 racing season at Wheeling Island, that would be it.

Culloden makes name for himself at Wheeling

Fri, Mar 25, 2011

Flying Culloden receives some special sweets for St. Patrick's Day from Brenda Conner.

Nantucket quietly excels at Wheeling

Fri, Mar 25, 2011

Charter Kennel's KB’s Nantucket continues to excel against Grade AA competition at Wheeling Island as he nears his fourth birthday in May. Holding the sprinter is Tara Sands. (Photo by Stan Pawloski, Times Leader Wire Editor)

Wheeling Hot Dogs

Fri, Mar 25, 2011

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of March 23)

1986: A year like no other at Wheeling

Sat, Mar 26, 2011

Down through the years, Wheeling has been home to some of the top greyhounds in the country.

Charter three-peats at Wheeling

Sat, Mar 26, 2011

It wasn’t a box-to-wire effort in 2010, but once the Charter Kennel took command in mid-season it never looked back.

Cubanaro: New star on the backside

Sat, Mar 26, 2011

Although All-Americans Cry Case and WP’s Cameo have plenty left in their tanks, Cubanaro has blossomed into a new force on the backside at Wheeling Island.

Three-way split at Wheeling, 2010

Thu, Mar 31, 2011

For the first time in the 35-year history of Wheeling Downs/Island, three greyhounds – Bonafide Speed, KB’s Ruckus and WP’s Cameo – shared the win championship.

Wheeling Hot Dogs

Fri, Apr 01, 2011

Rough Shod, littermates shine at Wheeling

Fri, Apr 01, 2011

C and C Kennel’s CTW Rough Shod has raced to three straight victories to open his career at Wheeling Island. The sprinter is held by trainer Patrick Bever. (Photo by Stan Pawloski, Times Leader Wire Editor)

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of April 6)

Thu, Apr 07, 2011

Wayne Ward Kennel’s Kiowa Starz Seth has four straight victories (A, AA) for trainer Ron Otto. Kennel-mates Starz Cry Devil has won three out of his last four starts (C, B, A) while WW Kool Me Up has back-to-back wins (A, AA).

Midnight Light takes excitement to Florida

Thu, Apr 07, 2011

Midnight Light has made the final of Saturday evening’s $80,000 Distance Classic at Derby Lane in Florida. The distance dandy is held by D’Arcy Kennel trainer Catherine D’Arcy. (Photo by Vera Rasnake, Derby Lane)

Wheeling drops most stakes

Thu, Apr 21, 2011

The West Virginia Racing Commission has approved the 2011 stakes schedule for Wheeling Island.

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of April 20)

Thu, Apr 21, 2011

Wayne Ward Kennel’s WW’s Patriots has won four out of her last five Grade AA 3/8 races for trainer Ron Otto. Kennel-mates WW’s Cowboys (AA) and WW’s Power Press (A, AA) have back-to-back wins.

Greyhounds: A special breed

Tue, Apr 12, 2011

Greyhounds have been a part of St. Clairsville, Ohio, resident Amy Aspenwall’s life for the last nine years. Here, she rests with her adopted family, from left, 5-year-old Duffy, 11-year-old Canoodle and 2-year-old Graham. Although there have been challenges along the way, Aspenwall said she wouldn’t trade the experience for anything. (Photo by Stan Pawloski, Times Leader Wire Editor)

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of April 27)

Fri, Apr 29, 2011

Wayne Ward Kennel's WW's Cowboys has three straight Grade AA wins for trainer Ron Otto.

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of June 8)

Thu, Jun 09, 2011

Wayne Ward Kennel's Kiowa WW Devera has won four out of his last five Grade AA starts for trainer Ron Otto. Kennel-mate WW's Colts has three straight victories (C, B, A).

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of May 11)

Fri, May 13, 2011

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of May 18)

Thu, May 19, 2011

A Ray Kennel's Dakotas Alene has four wins and two seconds in his last six Grade AA starts for trainer Joe Palmer.

Enzo proves value

Tue, May 31, 2011

C And C Kennel’s U Too Enzo, the top-selling pup at the 2010 NGA Fall Meet, has excelled early in early career at Wheeling Island. He is held by trainer Patrick Bever. (Photo by Stan Pawloski, Times Leader Wire Editor)

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of May 25)

Thu, May 26, 2011

Wayne Ward Kennel's WW's Cowboys has won six out of his last seven Grade AA races for trainer Ron Otto.

Seth returns with a bang

Tue, May 31, 2011

Wayne Ward Kennel sprinter Kiowa Starz Seth won five straight races at Wheeling Island during one stretch in March- April. Holding Seth is assistant trainer Chuck DiGiovanni. (Photo by Stan Pawloski, Times Leader Wire Editor)

Ex President still in charge

Tue, May 31, 2011

A Ray Kennel youngsters Uhaul Woody, left, held by co-owner Bill Baker, and AMF Ex President with Billy Baker, climbed to Grade AA early in their careers at Wheeling Island. (Photo by Stan Pawloski, Times Leader Wire Editor)

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of June 1)

Thu, Jun 02, 2011

A Ray Kennel's Dakotas Alene has six wins and two seconds in his last eight Grade AA races for trainer Joe Palmer. Kennel-mate AMF Ex President has won six out of his last seven Grade AA trips.

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of June 15)

Thu, Jun 16, 2011

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of June 22)

Thu, Jun 23, 2011

A Ray Kennel's AMF Effigy has won four out of his last five starts (A, AA) for trainer Joe Palmer.

Miracle Man: Racing for a cause

Thu, Jun 30, 2011

Part of Miracle Man's earnings go to Greyhound Pets of America-New Mexico Greyhound Connection. Miracle Man races out of the Douglas Kennel at Wheeling and is owned by Linda Russi. The sprinter is held by Matt Caballes. (Photo by Stan Pawloski, Times Leader Wire Editor)

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of June 29)

Thu, Jun 30, 2011

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of July 7)

Mon, Jul 11, 2011

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of July 14)

Thu, Jul 14, 2011

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of July 27)

Thu, Jul 28, 2011

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of Aug. 3)

Fri, Aug 05, 2011

Bloom: Miss consistency

Fri, Aug 05, 2011

Vince Berland Kennel’s Flying Bloom has only missed the pay sheet five times in her last 35 Grade AA starts at Wheeling. (Photo by Stan Pawloski, Times Leader Wire Editor)

Exxon finds new home on backside

Fri, Aug 05, 2011

Gable Kennel’s Cry Exxon broke the 3/8 track record at Wheeling in early June. The middle distance ace is held by trainer Wayne Piquette. (Photo by Stan Pawloski, Times Leader Wire Editor)

Boogie groovin’ at Wheeling

Fri, Aug 05, 2011

Douglas Kennel’s EYE Boogie Oogie caught fire in mid-April, catching the trifecta ticket in 11 out of his next 13 starts. The sprinter is held by Matt Caballes. (Photo by Stan Pawloski, Times Leader Wire Editor)

Top 10 stakes performances at Wheeling, events memorable part of track’s history

Fri, Aug 05, 2011

My Tipper, considered to have given the greatest Wheeling Stake performance of all time.

Another Vermilion making noise

Fri, Aug 05, 2011

In 2005, Iruska Creme Pie won both the West Virginia Greyhound Owners and Breeders Association Juvenile and Open Sprint.

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of Aug. 10)

Thu, Aug 11, 2011

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of August 17)

Thu, Aug 18, 2011

Wheeling greyhounds head to Bluffs Run

Thu, Aug 18, 2011

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of August 24)

Thu, Aug 25, 2011

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of August 31)

Thu, Sep 01, 2011

Switzler Mustard sets track mark

Tue, Sep 06, 2011

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of September 7)

Thu, Sep 08, 2011

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of September 14)

Thu, Sep 15, 2011

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of September 21)

Fri, Sep 23, 2011

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of September 28)

Thu, Sep 29, 2011

Maloney, Grey2K linked to fed arrest

Fri, Sep 30, 2011

The West Virginia gubernatorial race between acting Democratic Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin, Republican challenger Bill Maloney and involving greyhound racing has taken a new twist.

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of October 5)

Fri, Oct 07, 2011

WV Greyhound Owners & Breeders Assoc Juvenile

Fri, Oct 07, 2011

The $35,000 West Virginia Greyhound Owners and Breeders Association Juvenile begins Saturday afternoon (Oct. 8) at Wheeling Island with a field of 48 racers.

Three unbeaten in WVGOBA Juvenile

Thu, Oct 13, 2011

Three greyhounds are unbeaten after the first two rounds of the $35,000 West Virginia Greyhound Owners and Breeders Association Juvenile at Wheeling Island.

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of October 12)

Fri, Oct 14, 2011

Finalists set for WVGOBA Juvenile

Mon, Oct 17, 2011

Scott So Bright tops all qualifiers for the Saturday afternoon, Oct. 22, final of the $35,000 West Virginia Greyhound Owners and Breeders Association Juvenile at Wheeling Island.

Yahoo Utah flies under the radar

Wed, Oct 26, 2011

Steve Sarras Kennel’s Yahoo Utah, held by Robert Allen, has hit the quiniela ticket in more than 50 percent of her starts this year at Wheeling Island. (Photo by Stan Pawloski, Times Leader Wire Editor)

Bolt strikes quickly

Wed, Oct 26, 2011

Vince Berland Kennel’s HS Bolt won nine out of his first 15 career starts at Wheeling Island. (Photo by Stan Pawloski, Times Leader Wire Editor)

A Ray Kennel duo exemplify toughness, heart

Wed, Oct 26, 2011

A Ray Kennel’s TK Pura Vida, left, held by Denise Corey, and OKGO Cowboy Up, with Rob Bowers, don’t make it to the winner’s circle much, but both have a high in the money percentage at Wheeling Island. (Photo by Stan Pawloski, Times Leader Wire Editor)

Wheeling win champs: Down through the years

Wed, Oct 26, 2011

Greys Royalcrown not only captured the win championship at Wheeling Island in 2004, but won two stake races and earned All-American honors.

Wheeling Island, Ohio State launch joint greyhound venture

Wed, Oct 26, 2011

Preparing to take blood samples of Wheeling greyhounds after a race are from left, Dawn Hudson, Kelly Kontur and Dr. C. Guillermo Couto of The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine Greyhound Health and Wellness Program. (Photos by Stan Pawloski, Times Leader Wire Editor)

Mustard etches name in Wheeling record book

Wed, Oct 26, 2011

Lester Raines Kennel’s Switzler Mustard broke the Wheeling Island 3/8 track record in early September. The youngster is held by trainer Joel Roden. (Photo by Stan Pawloski, Times Leader Wire Editor)

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of Nov. 2)

Thu, Nov 03, 2011

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of Nov. 9)

Thu, Nov 10, 2011

Wheeling Hot Dogs ( as of November 17 )

Fri, Nov 18, 2011

Semifinalists set for WVGOBA Sprint

Thu, Nov 17, 2011

Finalists set for WVGOBA Sprint

Mon, Nov 21, 2011

Reno Surino tops all qualifiers for the Saturday afternoon, Nov. 26, championship final of the $65,000 West Virginia Greyhound Owners and Breeders Association Sprint at Wheeling Island.

Wheeling Hot Dogs ( as of Nov. 23 )

Mon, Nov 28, 2011

Minnette wins WVGOBA Sprint

Mon, Nov 28, 2011

Wheeling Hot Dogs ( as of Dec. 1 )

Thu, Dec 01, 2011

A sign of excellence - Wheeling win streaks through the years

Tue, Dec 06, 2011

Soul Cipher, one of Wheeling’s elite– won 12 straight in 2007.

Wheeling Hot Dogs ( as of Dec. 8 )

Thu, Dec 08, 2011

Wheeling Hot Dogs ( as of Dec. 15 )

Thu, Dec 15, 2011

Wheeling Hot Dogs ( as of Dec. 22 )

Thu, Dec 22, 2011

Wheeling Hot Dogs ( as of Dec. 29 )

Thu, Dec 29, 2011

Wheeling racing schedule changed

Tue, Jan 03, 2012

Commentary: AMF Ex President, WW's Dog Gone deserve All-America consideration

Tue, Jan 03, 2012

It’s been well-documented that Wheeling Island management made a business decision in 2011 to pocket all simulcast funds in their own coffers. The move left one of the most competitive racetracks in the country without a stakes program.

Wheeling Hot Dogs ( as of January 4 )

Thu, Jan 05, 2012

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of Jan. 11)

Thu, Jan 12, 2012

Wheeling Hot Dogs ( as of Jan. 18 )

Thu, Jan 19, 2012

Tucson speedster excels at Wheeling

Mon, Apr 09, 2012

Abrahamson Kennel’s Serene AZ Laken has proven herself against the big guns at Wheeling after arriving from Tucson last year. The sprinter is held by Donald E. Corey II. (Photo by Stan Pawloski)

Quick Strike litter hits Wheeling

Tue, Jan 31, 2012

Eight littermates out of TK Quick Strike-Closing Belle broke in at Wheeling Island in late 2011. From left, are PK’s Dazzler, PK’s Party Girl, PK’s Predator, PK’s Chopper, PK’s Killer Kev, PK’s Keystone, PK’s Morgan and PK’s Abbey. Holding the Charter Kennel youngsters are Danielle Asbury and Robert Cooley. (Photo by Stan Pawloski)

Ex President earns Top Dog honors

Tue, Jan 31, 2012

AMF Ex President earned Top Dog honors at Wheeling Island for the 2011 racing season. The sprint star, held by trainer Joe Palmer, had a track-leading 28 victories and was captain of the all-Wheeling team. (Photo by Stan Pawloski)

Minnette wins WVGOBA Sprint

Tue, Jan 31, 2012

Mac’s Minnette raced to victory in the final of the West Virginia Greyhound Owners and Breeders Association Sprint Championship in late November at Wheeling Island. Surrounding the champion standing from left to right, are Sam Burdette, WVGOBA president; Chad Clemons, Wheeling Island Racing Department; Millie McMillon, holding trophy; Patrick McMillon, owner of Mac’s Minnette; Chris Yahn, Wheeling Island Racing Secretary; Gary Richards, Plum Creek Kennel; and Jamie Driver, West Virginia Racing Commission. The leadout is Dave Kondrack. (Photo by Stan Pawloski)

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of Feb. 1)

Thu, Feb 02, 2012

All-Wheeling team named, Ex President captain

Fri, Feb 03, 2012

Wheeling Island win champion AMF Ex President has been selected captain of the 2011 All-Wheeling team.

Hottie shines without fanfare

Fri, Feb 03, 2012

Darren Henry Kennel’s Braska Hottie raced under the radar most of the 2011 season at Wheeling Island despite finishing in the top five in victories. Hottie is held by Tara Sands. (Photo by Stan Pawloski)

Ward in charge at Wheeling

Fri, Feb 03, 2012

Leading Wayne Ward to the 2011 kennel championship at Wheeling Island were, from left, WW Kay Sun, WW’s Patriots, WW’s Cowboys, WW’s Dog Gone, Windy Chet and WW’s Kay Quarter. Holding the greyhounds are Woody Turkaly, trainer Ron Otto and Chuck DiGiovanni. (Photo by Stan Pawloski)

Windy Bev making noise at Wheeling

Tue, Feb 07, 2012

The NGA Fall Meet Auction pup Windy Bev climbed the ladder to Grade AA in nine starts and won her initial top grade trip Sunday with an 8 1/2-length box-to-wire victory.

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of Feb. 16)

Thu, Feb 16, 2012

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of Feb. 22)

Thu, Feb 23, 2012

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of Feb. 29)

Thu, Mar 01, 2012

Ex President smoking

Tue, Mar 06, 2012

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of March 15)

Thu, Mar 15, 2012

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of March 22)

Thu, Mar 22, 2012

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of March 29)

Thu, Mar 29, 2012

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of April 4)

Thu, Apr 05, 2012

All-American Ex President going to Southland

Thu, Apr 05, 2012

Word is the Wheeling-based sprint star will head to Southland Greyhound Park later this month...

Ferris, Ward overjoyed by All-America honors

Mon, Apr 09, 2012

A Ray Kennel All-American AMF Ex President stands between trainer Joe Palmer, left, and owner Tom Ferris. (Photo by Stan Pawloski)

Hero’s son making his mark

Mon, Apr 09, 2012

Kennel’s Hero Kal won five straight races at Wheeling Island in January-February, including a pair in Grade AA. The son of All-American Hi Noon Hero is held by trainer Melinda McCardle. (Photo by Stan Pawloski)

Ryan Farms distance duo bring plenty of excitement

Mon, Apr 09, 2012

Ryan Farms Kennel’s Delightful Dame has turned into one of the premier marathon racers at Wheeling Island. She is held by Atward O’Neil. (Photo by Stan Pawloski)

Thera proves solid in distance

Mon, Apr 09, 2012

Darren Henry Kennel’s Thera Of Ruckus started out the year with a bang by winning four straight races on the backside at Wheeling Island. She is held by Tara Sands. (Photo by Stan Pawloski)

Windy Bev off to great start

Mon, Apr 09, 2012

Lester Raines Kennel’s Windy Bev climbed the ladder to Grade AA at Wheeling Island in nine starts. The 2011 NGA Fall Meet auction pup is held by trainer Joel Roden. (Photo by Stan Pawloski)

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of April 11)

Thu, Apr 12, 2012

Wheeling Hot Dogs ( as of April 18 )

Fri, Apr 20, 2012

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of April 25)

Thu, Apr 26, 2012

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of May 3)

Fri, May 04, 2012

Mustard sets marathon record

Wed, May 09, 2012

Once again Switzler Mustard has etched her name in the Wheeling record book.

Wheeling Hot Dogs (as of May 10)

Thu, May 10, 2012

Wheeling 3/8 stake to begin

Tue, May 15, 2012

The $25,000 Keystone Classic 3/8 stake begins Tuesday afternoon, May 15, at Wheeling with a field of 48 greyhounds.

Exxon shines in stake qualifier

Wed, May 16, 2012

After competing at Mardi Gras for three months, Cry Exxon is back in Wheeling and looks like he never missed a beat.