Did you know Churchill Downs released an iPhone/iOS application for the Kentucky Derby? Here’s how they summarize it: The New Kentucky Derby mobile app allows users to access many great interactive features on their mobile device. These features include: Event Lineup: View the list of exciting entertainment events and races beginning on Opening Night through [...]

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The big Kentucky Derby contenders are arriving at Churchill Downs. Do you feel the excitement? [WHAS11] The Brownsboro Road Diet is one of the coolest things to happen in the Crescent Hill area in a long time. It’s a strong signal that Louisville and Kentucky are taking things more seriously. [Broken Sidewalk] Redistricting could shake [...]

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A new chairman and a new direction for the Kentucky Equine Education Project? Interesting times. Particularly the bits about working with David Williams and Damon Thayer and changing the tone in the racing industry. [Paulick Report] Three people died in three separate crashes on Kentucky’s roadways from Monday, March 28 through Sunday, April 3. [KSP [...]

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Isn’t it cute watching all of Jerry Abramson’s pals get ousted from boards and commissions? Particularly these two literal turd burglars? [WLKY] Today at 7:30 P.M. the Bellarmine will celebrate. Doors open at 6:30. Knights Hall on the University campus (off Norris Place at Knights Way). Be sure to take $15 to buy a championship [...]

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The 2011 Breeders’ Cup World Championships will be held November 4th & 5th. The 14 races spread over two days – and $26 million in purses – are sure to be a good thing for Churchill Downs and Louisville in general. Last year’s Breeders’ Cup set records for attendance and wagering. 114,353 fans packed the [...]

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The African-American Think Tank is speaking out against the Thunder Over Louisville decision to require a Pegasus Pin (aka admission) for large portions of the waterfront. [WAVE3] What are you doing this morning? Need something to complain about? Maybe you could go scream and complain in an attempt to save Whiskey Row. [Facebook] Louisville is [...]

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I’m not going to shut up about this. There’s no reason for wasteful legislation to stop meth production. Limiting access to legitimate consumers is ridiculous. Send a letter to your legislator today. [SEND A LETTER!] Are you attending the University of Louisville? Then you should submit your line art for this terrific UofL Coloring Book. [...]

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I’m not going to shut up about this. There’s no reason for wasteful legislation to stop meth production. Limiting access to legitimate consumers is ridiculous. Send a letter to your legislator today. [SEND A LETTER!] That meth bill cleared a senate panel yesterday but a floor vote was delayed. You’d think the Republican Senate – [...]

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What’s crazy is that Churchill Downs allegedly demanded the Kentucky Derby Festival stop using “Kentucky Derby” in its name (now the “Derby Festival,” of course). Why? Because “Kentucky Derby” with the ubiquitous Kentucky Derby Festival “dilutes” the brand. That is crazy. I hope no one drops “Kentucky” when discussing the festival. We certainly won’t be [...]

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Whaaaat? Louisville is finally leading Nashville with something cool? You don’t say. Nashville might be able to count. But Louisville counted first!  Suck on that, Stephen George! [HuffPo] Have you given a few dollars to The Healing Place in Louisville? Hope has a name and it needs your help to change lives. [Click Here To [...]

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