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The Kentucky Derby: Decadent, Depraved, Still Going Strong
Presley MeyerMay 3, 2025
I’M SITTING AT MY DESK in my home office. It’s the first Friday in May. The windows have been open since I settled in with my second cup of coffee...
Four things to do in Louisville Part 1
Andrew CrumApril 23, 2025
Looking for things to do in Louisville this week or weekend? Andrew Crum has four places four you to explore in the 502. Hey yall! I’m Andrew Crum, State of...
Racing Louisville FC: Fourth Quarter Season Review
Michael ShawNovember 9, 2024
Photo Courtesy of Connor Cunningham/Racing Louisville It was a case of not enough and too late for Racing Louisville to make the playoffs for the first time in its history...
Racing Louisville FC: Third Quarter Season Review
Michael ShawSeptember 20, 2024
Racing Louisville made some bold moves in the Summer Transfer window to secure the playoffs for the first time but are still on the outside looking in. Racing endured a...
The Academy @ Shawnee shining a light on soccer in the West End
Chris MattinglyAugust 25, 2024
In its first season of existence, Shawnee High School soccer looks to make history. The Academy @ Shawnee made history this past Wednesday. For the first time ever, Shawnee played...