It’s Kentucky Derby weekend, y’all! And while up here in Northern Kentucky, we don’t get the true Derby Day experience, you can always try to emulate it. The best way, we’ve found, is to put on your most ornate piece of headwear, your brightest-colored clothing and drink a mint julep. If you’re looking to make […]
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How to sign up to win free Graeter’s Ice Cream for a year
Fans of Graeter’s Ice Cream can sign up to win free ice cream for a year! Registration is open now until May 2, the second day of the Kentucky Derby. The contest is in conjunction with the release of Graeter’s derby-themed new flavor, Backstretch Bourbon Cherry, as well as other promotional products related to the […]
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Villa Hills Civic Club reopens just in time for the Kentucky Derby
Need a place to watch the derby this weekend? You’re in luck because the Villa Hills Civic Club, a legacy community institution that burned down in 2022, recently celebrated its reopening and is preparing for a Kentucky Derby party this weekend. “We’re expecting a lot of new people and fun people this weekend for the […]
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More than mint juleps: An NKY derby day tradition that makes a difference
This Community Voices column is written by Patrick Blair, a recent Procter & Gamble retiree. You can reach him at pnblair@gmail.com. The first weekend in May is traditionally a big one in the Tri-State. The Flying Pig, high school proms, and for many in the Commonwealth – The Kentucky Derby. And while derby enthusiasts are […]
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Can’t make it to the Derby? Latonia has you covered
Two businesses in Latonia are honoring the heritage of the historic Latonia Race Track by holding events this weekend, including a Derby watch party, screenings of documentaries about Kentucky horse racing, mocktails and contests for the best dressed man and lady’s hat.
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Rich Strike’s Derby-winning jockey in Newport raising money for late priest’s charity
Less than two weeks after riding longshot Rich Strike to a shocking victory in the Kentucky Derby, jockey Sonny Leon visited JerZee’s Pub & Grill on Monmouth Street in Newport Wednesday to meet fans and sign autographs. The event raised money for charity benefitting racetrack workers. Leon, who rode Rich Strike at 80-to-1 odds, charged […]
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Beshear hosting party to kick off derby week
Gov. Andy Beshear and First Lady Britainy Beshear invited Kentuckians to the Capitol on Saturday, April 30, for a festive outdoor event that kicks-off Derby Week in the commonwealth. “We’re thrilled to bring in the Derby excitement by having a celebration of community, resilience and tradition – right here at the state’s Capitol,” Beshear and […]
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“Run for the Roses” Viewing Event Outdoors at Bridgeview Box Park
Newport on the Levee is offering a socially distanced Derby viewing party at its Bridgeview Box Park on Saturday, September 5 By Robin Gee No fans in the stands at Kentucky Derby 2020 this year. The event will be televised, and many are choosing to cheer on their favorite horses from the safety of their […]
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Derby Plans? Turfway Park Has Free Admission and Naked Karate Girls Concert
The best seat in the house to watch the 144th Kentucky Derby is 93 miles from the finish line, in the RaceBook at Turfway Park. The Northern Kentucky racetrack will host its annual Kentucky Derby simulcast and Party in the Paddock Saturday, May 5, including a free concert by Naked Karate Girls. Doors open at […]
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2017 Kentucky Derby: Post Position Draw, Odds For Every Horse, Favorite To Watch
Download this episode (right click and save) Corbin Blumberg. Provided. Corbin Blumberg is back to handicap the Kentucky Derby for FTM Radio. Blumberg gave listeners last year a winner that went off at 6-1 for his best pick of the day. He’s been studying the Derby field since November. RELATED: CBH Racing This year, he’s […]