Thoroughbreds named for two local private schools are among the entries in the City of Aiken Trophy, which will be the feature race during the 78th Aiken Trials on Saturday.

Those in the medical profession are never truly "off the clock."

One of Aiken's newest equestrian facilities, just north of the city limits, focuses on bringing experienced horse handlers together to share their expertise "to empower individuals with specia…

You'll be glad you didn't forget to pack these items when attending Aiken Triple Crown events:

Trying to find something to wear for the races that isn't a dress? Fox and Lady sales associate Winter Thompson helps bring spring ideas. Re-create your favorites with these pants-inspired outfits. 

Last year, Logan Bearden rode Ron Madden’s filly Gallanor to a first-place finish in the Aiken Trials. This year, Bearden is back as a trainer with co-trainer Justin Lorenzo Rivera, preparing …

So you thought you could do it all?

Dedicated and enthusiastic, Justin Rivera and Logan Bearden represent the next generation at the Aiken Training Track.

The Aiken Triple Crown is made up of three equine-related events happening on three consecutive weekends in March: the Aiken Trials, the Aiken Spring Steeplechase and Pacers & Polo. 

The Aiken Triple Crown is made up of three equine-related events happening on three consecutive weekends in March: the Aiken Trials, the Aiken Spring Steeplechase and Pacers & Polo. 

Portraits from past Aiken Triple Crown events.

Aiken has a rich history in all things equestrian and is widely known as a horse lovers’ paradise.

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The third jewel of the Aiken Triple Crown is Pacers and Polo, which will benefit scholarships for students-athletes at USC Aiken.

With the Pacer as its mascot, USC Aiken has a special connection to Aiken's equine community.

USC Aiken's new polo team might have competitors seeing double.

In at least one way, the Rev. Grant Wiseman is a wild and crazy guy.

Each year, thousands of people from all over the world will gather in Aiken for one of the largest events in the city, the Aiken Spring Steeplechase.

Known for his big smile and talent for cooking, the late James “Pockets” Carter was a familiar figure in Aiken’s horse community.

Dogwood Stable’s late founder and president Cot Campbell loved racehorses and he loved Aiken with an enthusiasm that was unbridled.

Breakfast at the Gallops is like an appetizer before the main course.

All the information spectators need to know bout the Aiken Triple Crown events.

Aiken is a haven for horse-lovers, so it's no surprise that the community has created a supportive niche for equine artists. From the Aiken Artists Guild to pop-up galleries, Aiken is filled w…

Aiken residents, along with people from all over, will come by the thousands for this year's Aiken Triple Crown, with the first event being the 77th running of the Aiken Trials.

Though the trio of equestrian-themed events date back to the 1940s, it was the Aiken Standard that helped coin the moniker "Aiken's Triple Crown" in the 1970s – with the assistance of the Grea…

Interested in obtaining a railside spot to watch the Aiken Spring Steeplechase? You've got to enter the Spring Lottery. 

A story written by a prominent local resident about Aiken and the Aiken Training Track appears in the March 17 edition of BloodHorse, a magazine that covers the thoroughbred racing and breedin…

In the first leg of the Triple Crown, the Aiken Trials, horses run on a dirt track in races that are only a quarter of a mile or 4 ½ furlongs in length.

Aiken's Triple Crown is a moment for a head-to-toe fashion statement. Steeplechase patrons have the freedom to embellish, even if their style is more subtle.

USC Aiken's equestrian programs give students who ride a leg up on future careers while earning their degrees and continuing to compete in the sports they love.

Ready to load up the coolers and food trays for the Triple Crown? From stuffed sweet peppers, bruschetta, to a twist on a favorite to wash it all down, here's a head start with three recipes t…

A restaurant review on Yelp.com might best describe Aiken's Track Kitchen in the heart of the horse district:

Nobody likes a good party better than Sissy Brodie.

Canada is known for maple syrup, ice hockey, Niagara Falls, poutine and the beauty of its lakes, rivers and mountains.

The Aiken Triple Crown returns each March, and from its humble beginnings the yearly events have become Aiken’s crown jewels.

Aiken Trials