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Dan Weber’s Just Sayin’: During Kentucky Derby week, the story isn’t always on the racetrack

May 3, 2025May 2, 20253

It was never a priority for a young athlete growing up in Northern Kentucky playing football, basketball and baseball. The…

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Study in contrasts: Racing, breeding shine in Kentucky as sport dims across America

April 29, 2025April 28, 20250

By Tim Sullivan Kentucky Lantern Beyond Kentucky’s borders, horse racing is a sport in steep decline. Within the Commonwealth, however,…

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150th Kentucky Derby May 4 to be richest in history with guaranteed purse increased to $5 million

January 12, 2024January 11, 20240

By Darren Rogers KentuckyDerby.com The 150th Kentucky Derby (Grade I) on Saturday, May 4 will be the richest in history…

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Sen. Damon Thayer provides insight into NKY’s deep roots in horse industry; group explores possibilities

October 8, 2023October 8, 20231

By Judy Clabes NKyTribune editor Senator Damon Thayer gave a comprehensive presentation recently on Northern Kentucky’s deep horseracing history to…

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Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority finds no single factor in equine fatalities at Churchill Downs

September 13, 2023September 12, 20230

By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) released a report on Tuesday, saying its investigation…

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Two animal Rights groups seek action in wake of recent Churchill Downs horse deaths

June 8, 2023June 7, 20230

Tom Latek Kentucky Today After a dozen thoroughbred horse deaths this year, two groups, Animal Wellness Action and The Center…

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Churchill Downs moves remaining live racing dates to Ellis Park in wake of 12 equine deaths at the track

June 5, 20230

Churchill Downs Incorporated has suspended racing operations at its Louisville racetrack beginning June 7 through the remainder of the Spring…

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John Schickel: Friday’s opening of new Turfway Park facility a monumental win for NKY and horseracing

November 30, 2022November 29, 20220

I’m ecstatic to announce that this weekend horse racing history will be made in northern Kentucky’s premier thoroughbred track, Turfway…

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Churchill Downs signs agreement to acquire Ellis Park in Henderson, plans gaming extension in Owensboro

September 16, 2022September 15, 20220

Churchill Downs Incorporated has announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Ellis Park Racing & Gaming in…

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Michelle Zimmerman: Churchill Downs to be a leader for Kyians, go smoke-free at new Turfway facility

August 24, 20220

Tobacco use is the leading cause of preventable death and disease, and cancer remains the leading cause of death in…

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The lives of the connections of Derby contender Cyberknife already richer regardless of outcome

May 7, 2022May 6, 20220

By Jessie Oswald NKyTribune contributor Before thousands of fans sing “My Old Kentucky Home” under the twin spires of Churchill…

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Kentucky Oaks starter Kathleen O. making dreams come true for 84-year-old owner Pat Kearney

May 6, 2022May 6, 20220

By Jessie Oswald NKyTribune contributor What do you do when you’re 84 years old, already have a little money set…

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Jeff Ruby Steaks winner Tiz the Bomb’s versatility put to test in Saturday’s 148th Kentucky Derby

May 4, 2022May 3, 20220

By Jessie Oswald NKyTribune contributor Hopes, dreams and even charity are riding on Tiz the Bomb in this Saturday’s $3…

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Slowest two minutes in sports: Kentucky Turtle Derby returns; cash in thanks to DraftKings partnership

April 26, 2022April 25, 20220

The slowest two minutes in sports – The Kentucky Turtle Derby presented by Old Forester Bourbon – returns this year…

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NKY Chamber May 10 Eggs ‘N Issues to examine the future of horse racing and its impact on region

April 19, 2022April 18, 20220

The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce (NKY Chamber) will host Eggs ‘N Issues: The Future of Horse Racing from 7:30…

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Live racing but no fans at Turfway Park as it gears up for a Sept. 1st opening; wager off-track or online

March 4, 2022March 3, 20221

By Andy Furman NKyTribune reporter Wanna bet? Not at Turfway Park. At least not yet. Turfway Park is under construction…

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Churchill Downs, dignitaries celebrate construction milestone for new Turfway Park $145m project

September 11, 2021September 10, 20210

Churchill Downs Incorporated celebrated the topping off of Turfway Park Racing & Gaming Friday as part of the Company’s $145…

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Kentucky Derby winner Medina Spirit’s victory is in jeopardy over positive post-race drug test

May 10, 2021May 9, 20210

Staff report In a terrific blow to racing, the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission is investigating the report that Kentucky Derby…

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John Schickel: Successful Derby shows Kentucky’s beloved horse industry has come charging back

May 7, 2021May 6, 20210

Despite the difficulties brought on by COVID-19 over these past 14 months, I was happy to join my fellow Kentuckians…

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Billy Reed: King Fury heartbreak and excruciating wait; here are my picks for the Run for the Roses

May 1, 2021May 1, 20210

LOUISVILLE – So here we are again, at the ancient horse track in Louisville’s South end, the white edifice with…

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Billy Reed: Just call me Dean, and with my Ph.D. in Derbyology I share stories — good and bad

April 29, 2021April 29, 20211

LOUISVILLE – In a recent radio interview, I was asked if I considered myself to be “The Dean of Kentucky…

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Undefeated Essential Quality headlines field of 20 for Saturday’s 147th running of Kentucky Derby

April 28, 2021April 28, 20210

By Liane Crossley Special to NKyTribune Essential Quality, unbeaten in five career starts, is the 2-1 morning-line favorite for Saturday’s…

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