April 24, 2012 - 4:29pm
“The Derby Dash is a fantastic new way to involve children and families in the fun, competitive spirit of the Derby day,” said Gov. Beshear. “Thank you to the Frankfort YMCA for organizing this event and best of luck to all our young racers!”
Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear and First Lady Jane Beshear have announced a brand new children’s activity at this year’s Governor’s Derby Celebration. The first annual “Derby Dash” races for children will be hosted by the Frankfort YMCA on Kentucky Derby morning...
July 29, 2012 - 7:51pm
The Kentucky Derby is run every year on the first Saturday of May at Churchill Downs. The race is 1.25 miles long and often called the "Fastest Two Minutes in Sports," or the "Run for the Roses." A field of 20 three-year-old thoroughbreds will compete to win this first leg in...
July 29, 2012 - 7:51pm
Louisville Magazine's staff shared their reasons for loving the Kentucky Derby in the April issue. Now it's your turn...
Louisville Magazine's staff shared its reasons for loving the Kentucky Derby in the April issue. Now it's your turn...In collaboration with Kynecktid, we took to the streets to discover your 138 top reasons for loving Derby.Photo: Courtesy Louisville Magazine
July 29, 2012 - 7:51pm
Only 10 days to the Kentucky Derby. Count down the days to the big day with us and learn a new fact about the Kentucky Derby each day.
The trademark garland of roses that are presented to the Kentucky Derby winning jockey as he or she returns to the winner’s circle have been a tradition since 1932 when the first garland was presented after the 58th running of the Kentucky Derby which was won by Burgoo King....
July 29, 2012 - 7:51pm
Upon entering Caufield’s Novelties, I was unsure how the shop would look mid-spring. The last time I’d been there, the storefront had a dozen severed clown heads circulating on a Ferris wheel, looking as if they were maniacally plotting against Halloween shoppers. So the question is raised, how does Caufield's do Derby?
Upon entering Caufield’s Novelties, I was unsure how the shop would look mid-spring. The last time I’d been there, the storefront had a dozen severed clown heads circulating on a Ferris wheel, looking as if they were maniacally plotting against Halloween shoppers.
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