Legacy Building Solutions

BY SARAH WELK BAYNUM

Susan Fowler is the equine division building & project design consultant at Legacy Building Solutions, a corporate sponsor of the Florida Thoroughbred Breeders’ & Owners’ Association. 

PRESS RELEASE

Damon Thayer — who served as one of horse racing’s foremost champions during his 22-year tenure in the Kentucky General Assembly — will be the keynote speaker at the National HBPA Conference Feb. 25-27 in Safety Harbor, Fla.

For the last 40 years, SBM Partners has built a reputation as a trusted partner in business, government and politics. Throughout those years, SBM Partners has been privileged to work with clients, including the Florida Thoroughbred Breeders’ and Owners’ Association, to advance important policies for the state of Florida, fund key priorities for industry within the state, and help clients pursue business growth opportunities. 

AHC SPECIAL BULLETIN

Washington, D.C. – Julie Broadway, President of the American Horse Council, released the following statement on the pending implementation of the revised Horse Protection Act (HPA) regulation.

September 12, 1944 – January 6, 2025

Temistocles “Tommy” Santos Garcia, 80, passed away on January 6, 2025, in Ocala, FL. Born on September 12, 1944, Tommy was a renowned thoroughbred jockey for over 35 years and subsequently dedicated 20 years to breaking and training horses, a testament to his enduring passion for equine sports training horses and other riders. Tommy was celebrated not only for his professional achievements but for his vibrant personality and caring heart.

William (Bill) Murphy, 87, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2025, from complications of pneumonia. Born in Durban, South Africa, in 1937, Bill lived a remarkable life marked by his love for horses and dedication to his family and career.