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How Churchill Downs keeps the track in shape
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - “Consistency is the key,” says Jaime Richardson. That’s the name of the game when it comes to maintaining the track at Churchill Downs. Richardson is the track superintendent. He’s watched over every aspect here for the last 13 years. “The crew, we also take care of all the barn area and everything on the backside here. So everything you see from the grandstand that way is ours,” said Richardson. That includes taking care of every bit of dirt on the track.
How Churchill Downs keeps the track in shape
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - “Consistency is the key,” says Jaime Richardson. That’s the name of the game when it comes to maintaining the track at Churchill Downs. Richardson is the track superintendent. He’s watched over every aspect here for the last 13 years. “The crew, we also take care of all the barn area and everything on the backside here. So everything you see from the grandstand that way is ours,” said Richardson. That includes taking care of every bit of dirt on the track.
Kern’s Kitchen’s first Derby without “Pie Man” Alan Rupp Original
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - The Louisville community lost a Kentucky Derby icon last summer. This will be the first time in more than 50 years that Derby Pies will be made without Alan Rupp’s leadership. The Kern’s Kitchen president passed away last summer. Now his kids are running the business and honoring their father’s memory. When you step into the Kern’s Kitchen bakery, things haven’t changed much. The recipe is still the same one that the Kern’s created more than 70 years ago.
What it takes to be a Derby farrier
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - It takes a lot of work to get a Derby horse ready for the track. From jockeys to trainers, everyone depends on farriers. Those are the professionals who trim hooves and shoe the horses. A lot of experience makes its way to Churchill Downs for the Kentucky Derby, including one farrier who's worked with eight Derby-winning horses. "I remember American Pharaoh winning the Triple Crown and he was here and everyone wants to see him. He was such a sweet horse to be around.
Louisville company shares fashion tips on latest Derby hat trends for men Original
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Women's hats and fascinators are often the stars of Derby fashion. That doesn't mean men can't also shine in the hat department. WAVE News reporter Josh Ninke got a behind the scenes look at the latest trends from a local company that ships men's hats around the world. Dapper Fam is an online hat business headquartered in Shelbyville, just a few miles away from the outlet mall. WAVE got an inside look of the warehouse, and the thousands of hats stored inside.
Louisville TikTok stars prep for Derby
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Derby is the perfect place to take some great pictures, snag a few videos, and put it all on social media. Louisville has some world-famous social media stars who go to the track every year and really take it to the next level. "So any time we're making a video and we need a prop or a costume we just run to the attic and see what we can find up here," Collin said. There's everything from top hats to tap shoes, to a duplicate dad.
Louisville's National Farm Machinery Show offers something for the whole family
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - The 58th National Farm Machinery Show is one of the few trade shows open to the public at the Kentucky Expo Center. It's a chance for the whole family to see some enormous machines and learn about where their food comes from for free. It takes weeks to load in tractors, combines, and balers. 800 exhibitors take up the more than 1 million square feet of the Expo Center. There's also the fun of the annual Championship Tractor Pull that happens throughout the weekend.
USA Today names 2 Kentucky eateries as 'Restaurants of the Year'
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Two Kentucky eateries have made it on USA Today's 'Best Restaurants of the Year' list. Kentucky's own Barn8 in Goshen, Kentucky was listed as one of the restaurants in the publication's first-ever 2024 Restaurants of the Year. They offer farm-to-table dining inside historic horse stalls. The other restaurant is in Louisville. Nami is known as a modern Korean steakhouse on East Main Street.
New exhibit, community event for Black History Month at the Speed Art Museum
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - The Speed Art Museum is hosting a new exhibit looking back at Kentucky history. It's called "The Bitter and the Sweet: Kentucky Sugar Chests, Enslavement, and the Transatlantic World 1790-1865." The exhibit looks at the sugar trade, specifically how sugar chests became a sign of wealth built on the work of slaves. The exhibit runs through April 7. You can find more information by clicking or tapping here.
Roots 101 hosting free concerts throughout Black History Month
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Roots 101 African American Museum is a great place to learn about history, not just in February, but all year long. The museum is hosting several free events throughout the month to bring the community together. Visit the museum on Feb. 8 and 15 at 6 p.m. and Feb. 21 and Feb. 28 at noon to see the Sankofa Players. These singers perform and tell the story of the Black experience through their voices.
Get the keys to improve your laundry and much more at Home Garden + Remodeling Show
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - The annual Home Garden + Remodeling show is back at the Kentucky Expo again this weekend. More than 250 vendors are headlining a weekend full of inspiration for your indoor and outdoor spaces. You can also get some great ideas to improve simple things like doing your laundry. Patric Richardson, aka The Laundry Guy, will be on hand with some helpful tips.
Judge raises bond for Jamarcus Glover during first court appearance after recent arrest
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - An accused drug dealer on the run for months has a total of four court appearances Tuesday now that he's back in custody. The first judge raised Jamarcus Glover's bond from $100,000 to $250,000 cash. Glover was originally arrested back in September during a narcotics sting at a home in the Taylor Berry neighborhood after he was accused of using juveniles under 18 years old to transport and sell drugs.
Huge sneaker convention coming to Louisville
By LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - SNKR Culture is bringing its sneaker convention back to Louisville this weekend. You can buy, sell, or trade with tons of vendors and other enthusiasts. Head to MidAmerica Sports Center East from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday, January 13. Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Click or tap here for more information and to buy tickets!
New interactive gaming experience opens in Oxmoor Center
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - There's a new way to play at Oxmoor Center! Immersive Gamebox just opened its latest location in Louisville. The room uses new technology to track your movements and all you have to wear is a special hat! Two to six players compete or partner up in different challenges with games pulled from Squid Game, Ghostbusters, and even Paw Patrol! The location is running a special through New Year's Eve. Enter the code "IGB50″ for half off the experience.
Cleveland Clinic allergist speaks on Christmas tree syndrome
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Christmas trees light up the season and bring that special holiday cheer. But trees, artificial or real, can also carry things like mold or dust into your house, bringing with it 'Christmas tree syndrome.' "When people bring a real or artificial tree into their home and notice some worsening of their allergy symptoms, this can sometimes be referred to as Christmas tree syndrome," Allergist Devon Preston said.
Holiday market featuring women-owned businesses happening in Nulu on Saturday
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Get some holiday shopping done and support local businesses this weekend at A Very Merry Pinkmas in Nulu. The market is happening Saturday, Dec. 9 from noon to 5 p.m. at WOW Factor Collective. You can find it next to Lou Lou on Market and behind Mahonia. You can find everything from candles to custom body scrubs and even massages. Organizer Maddie McNabb, who owns Maddie About Cake, says shopping in the community makes a real difference.
Pandora Productions' take on 'RENT' opens this weekend
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - The iconic show "RENT" opens Friday at the Henry Clay Theatre. This has been one of Pandora Productions' most requested shows. Producing Artistic Director Michael Drury says even though the original show opened almost 30 years ago, the themes are just as relevant today. "LGBTQ people are homeless, especially the youth if their families toss them out. They don't understand their lifestyle and won't have any of it," said Drury.
Pandora Productions’ take on ‘RENT’ opens this weekend
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - The iconic show “RENT” opens Friday at the Henry Clay Theatre. This has been one of Pandora Productions’ most requested shows. Producing Artistic Director Michael Drury says even though the original show opened almost 30 years ago, the themes are just as relevant today. “LGBTQ people are homeless, especially the youth if their families toss them out. They don’t understand their lifestyle and won’t have any of it,” said Drury.
Artists getting ready for 67th annual St. James Court Art Show
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Artists and vendors have been putting the final touches at their booths ahead of the 67th annual St. James Court Art Show. More than 600 artists are working with 17 different mediums. This free art show has six sections in Historic Old Louisville at St. James Court, Belgravia Court, Fourth Street, 3rd Street, 1300 Section, and West End Baptist Church.
Venardos Circus returns to Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - The circus is back in town! Venardos Circus will have an animal-free, Broadway-style show down at Waterfront Park in Louisville. Opening night begins on Thursday at 7 p.m. Performances will go on until Sunday, Oct. 15. Below are the dates and times for each performance: Thursday, Oct. 5 – 7 p.m. OPENING NIGHT! Friday, Oct. 6 – 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 – 2 p.m. & 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 8 – 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 11 – 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 12 – 7 p.m. Friday, Oct.
New hotel opens in old Highlands mirror ball factory
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - A piece of Louisville history has a new life as a hotel. The Myriad Hotel features 65 rooms, a pool, and two restaurants. It's all located on Baxter Avenue near East Broadway. The facility was originally a mirror ball factory, and you can still see some of that history at the hotel. Two large dust collectors by the swim club have been preserved and modified. Book before October 15 to get a special 30%-off deal for certain flexible stays through the end of February 2024.
Skillet pork chops with peaches
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - If you're looking for a hearty dinner, give this a try. This month we're making skillet pork chops with peaches. This recipe is a good source of fiber, as well as vitamins A and C.
ACT Louisville production of 'The Prom' opens this weekend
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - The Tony-nominated show is making its debut at the Henry Clay Theatre this weekend. ACT Louisville is partnering with Pandora Productions for the play. Here's how ACT Louisville describes the show: Performances run from August 11 through 26. Tickets start at $29, but there is a special flash sale today, August 10, only. Use the code DANCE50 to get 50% off Sunday and Monday performances. Don't forget to wear your best prom outfit to the show, too.
How to help your kids with their mental health as they go back to school Original
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - A new school year can be an exciting but stressful time for kids. They are going through a lot of transitions and might need some help creating new routines. We spoke with experts at UofL Health Peace Hospital to help parents know when and how to ask the right questions.
Healthy and simple back-to-school lunch ideas
By LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - It can be hard to find time to make healthy food for your kids when they go back to school. WAVE partnered with Norton Children's Prevention and Wellness to help you out! Here are lunch recipes for every day of the week along with the entire shopping list. Click or tap here if you'd like to find out more from Norton Children's Prevention and Wellness, like other programs and events!
Street Rod Nationals back in Louisville for another year
By LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - A Louisville tradition has returned for another show! Street Rod Nationals will be kicking off with a parade into L&N Stadium to 4th Street Live starting at 10 a.m. on Wednesday. From Thursday through Sunday, Street Rod Nationals will be at the Kentucky Exposition Center. Tickets are $19 for adults and $6 for children. A family pack is also available at $40. For more on Street Rod Nationals, click here.
Street Rod Nationals is back in Louisville
By LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - A Louisville tradition returns for another year! Street Rod Nationals will be kicking off with a parade into L&N Stadium to 4th Street Live starting at 10 a.m. on Wednesday. From Thursday through Sunday, Street Rod Nationals will be at the Kentucky Exposition Center. Tickets are $19 for adults and $6 for children. A family pack is also available at $40. For more on Street Rod Nationals, click here.
StageOne presenting Monty Python's 'Spamalot' musical with cast made up of all kids
By NEW ALBANY, Ind. (WAVE) - A whole cast made up of kids will be putting on a musical as StageOne Family Theatre presents Monty Python's Spamalot Young@Part®. Performances will be held at Nathaniel Scribner Middle School at 910 Old Vincennes Road in New Albany. The scheduled performances below: Purchase tickets by clicking or tapping here.
Best barbershop quartets gathering in Louisville for international competition
By LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Some of the best barbershop quartets from around the world are in Louisville this week. The International Barbershop Quartet Competition continues at the KFC Yum! Center with semifinals on Thursday at 5 p.m. and past champions are performing in a special show Friday at 7 p.m. Finals will be Saturday at 6 p.m. The Barbershop Harmony Society said tickets can be purchased online. Click or tap here for more on ticket pricing.
Celtic Throne bringing Irish dance to Louisville on Thursday
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Celtic Throne is bringing its nationwide tour to Lousiville on Thursday, June 29 at the Brown Theatre. The show tells the story of the 3,000-year journey of Irish Dance from the Far East through Ireland, Scotland, England, and America. Celtic Throne was created in Oklahoma by Golden Globe-nominated Irish composer Brian Byrne and Armstrong Dance.
Blueberry Cheesecake Bars
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) -This is a simple, healthy, and affordable dessert to take with you to parties throughout the summer! Ingredients: 1 cup graham cracker crumbs (9-10 graham cracker sheets) 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 3 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce 1 1/2 cups nonfat plain Greek yogurt 3.5 ounces cream cheese, softened 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup sugar 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 cups blueberries 1 tablespoon lemon zest (optional) Directions: Preheat...
Louisville School of Rock group heading out on tour
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - It can be hard to break into the music world. Some local teens are already one step ahead. 16 musicians from the School of Rock program leave for a tour with stops in Cincinnati and Chicago this weekend. The performers have been working hard to prepare with lots of rehearsals as well as lessons. They're ready with a set that covers all sorts of classic rock hits. You can catch these talented performers on Thursday before they leave town.
'Journeys to Freedom' kicks off special historical event
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - You can step back in history on a special river cruise on the Belle of Louisville on June 20 and 21. 'Journeys to Freedom' tells the stories of two families trying to escape slavery. The cruises are an immersive experience about the realities of slavery. Besides the performances, guests can enjoy vendors, blackjack, as well as food and beverages. More information on the event and ticket pricing can be found by clicking or tapping here.
PopCon hosts first convention in Louisville this weekend
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - There's a new pop culture convention in town. PopCon is hosting its first-ever convention in Louisville. PopCon has lots of experience putting on big conventions. They've been putting them on for the last 10 years in Indianapolis. PopCon Louisville will be at the Kentucky Exposition Center from Friday through Sunday. There will be celebrities, panels, workshops, vendors, and more including a tabletop gaming area.
Hidden History Hounds Walking Tour registration underway
By OLDHAM COUNTY, Ky. (WAVE) - There's a lot of history in Oldham County, and there's a fun new way to take it all in. The History Center just started hosting dog-friendly walking tours. The tours will be held on July 1 at 9:30 a.m. and July 7 at 5:30 p.m. It costs $5 to register. More information on how to do that by clicking or tapping here.
WonderFest is back this weekend
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - WonderFest, the annual sci-fi and horror convention, returns to Louisville for its 33rd year this weekend. You can meet special guests like part of the ILM team who worked on special effects for the original Star Wars movies. You can also run into some of the characters from the 501st Legion, a charity costuming club raising money for Norton's Health throughout the weekend. It's also a big weekend for hobbyists.
Lots to do at Speed Art Museum this summer
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - If you and your family need something to do this summer, the Speed Art Museum has a lot going on for everyone. First off, the Speed is participating in this summer's cultural pass again. If you haven't already, grab a pass from the Louisville Free Public Library and stop by on a Thursday for free admission. There are also workshops for adults and teens 16 and up throughout the summer.
Oxmoor Farm Chamber Music Festival kicking off
By LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - If you're looking to enjoy some classical music in a cozy setting, this is for you! The Oxmoor Farm Chamber Music Festival kicks off Thursday. Tickets are still available but there's also a free performance to check out. The performances will continue through Sunday. The free family concert is on Saturday beginning at 11 a.m. For more information on tickets, click or tap here.
New vertical farm opens in Shepherdsville
BULLITT COUNTY, Ky. (WAVE) - There's a new farm in Shepherdsville that's supposed to get fresh local produce to you faster than ever before. Square Roots, which owns climate-controlled indoor farms, opened it's new location Tuesday on Gordon Industrial Drive. The vertical farm makes leafy greens and herbs and supply them to grocery stores and restaurants in the area. Square Roots is working with Gordon Food Service to make this happen. For more information on Square Roots, click or tap here.
Easy Breakfast Tortilla Pizza
LA GRANGE, Ky. (WAVE) - If you're looking for an easy way to start the day, try this breakfast tortilla pizza! RECIPE * Nonstick cooking spray * 1 (8 inch) whole-wheat tortilla * 1 cup spinach * 3 medium eggs * 1/2 medium tomato, diced * Dash of salt and pepper * 1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese 1. Wash hands with warm water and soap, scrubbing for at least 20 seconds. 2. Spray a 10-inch skillet with nonstick spray and place tortilla inside. 3.
SummerWorks Program in Louisville helping connect youth to summer jobs
By LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Do you have a kid looking for a job this summer but they don't know what they want to do? The SummerWorks program in Louisville is still hiring! This program is for those aged 16 to 21. For more information on the SummerWorks program and registration, click or tap here.
Huge sneaker convention coming to Louisville this weekend
By LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - You have a chance to buy, sell, or trade rare sneakers this weekend at the Kentucky Expo Center. SNKR Culture is bringing the show to town with more than 150 vendors. The event is Saturday, May 20 from 12-5 p.m. Tickets are $15 if you buy in advance or $20 at the door. Click here for tickets and more information!
Polls closing in Ky. for Primary Election Day
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Several Kentucky counties have closed polls for the primaries on Tuesday evening, with election results expected to come in the next few hours. The race for Kentucky governor is not the only race in Tuesday's primaries. There are also the positions of secretary of state, treasurer and auditor up for grabs. The three candidates for secretary of state are current Kentucky Secretary of State Michael Adams, Stephen Knipper and Allen Maricle.
'The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee' premiers at Trager Family JCC
By LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - It's opening night at the Trager Family JCC for the production of "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee." There will be performances from May 11 to May 21. Tickets start at $25. For more information, click or tap here.
Muhammad Ali Center opens new exhibit featuring local women artists
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - The new exhibit at the Muhammad Ali Center is titled We Don't Wither. It features 7 artists examining the intersection of art and activism. The exhibit is included in the cost of admission. It runs through December, so you only have a limited time to check it out. You also have a chance to meet the artists. They will host talks and interactive events once a month. Check out the videos to learn more about two of the artists. Click here to learn more about the exhibit.
Meet the local company that created the new high-tech Secretariat exhibit at the Kentucky Derby Museum
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) -The Kentucky Derby Museum has a brand new exhibit honoring the 50th anniversary of Secretariat's triple crown win. It has some very cool technology to help you connect with his story, all designed by a local company. "Every show every exhibit, every installation is unique and we need to make it special," said Mark Rosenthal, creative director at Solid Light. The company makes museum exhibits displayed across the country.
Church of Louisville mass shooting victim leans on faith following tragic loss
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE/Gray News) - Josh Barrick was 40 years old when he was killed inside Old National Bank in a mass shooting in downtown Louisville Monday morning. His congregation at Holy Trinity Catholic Church came together later that day to comfort each other and remember a man who was an important part of their community. Father Shayne Duvall spent the day with Barrick’s wife and two young children. “They know what’s going on,” Duvall said. “They’re aware.
Church of mass shooting victim leans on faith following tragic loss
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Josh Barrick was 40 years old when he was killed inside Old National Bank in a mass shooting in downtown Louisville Monday morning. His congregation at Holy Trinity Catholic Church came together later that day to comfort each other and remember a man who was an important part of their community. Father Shayne Duvall spent the day with Barrick's wife and two young children. "They know what's going on," Duvall said. "They're aware.
Local expert helps get your yard ready for spring
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - April is the perfect month to get your yard and garden beds ready for the year. That may sound like a lot of work, but it doesn't have to be intimidating. "A lot of people this is the time of year where you're going to put some grass seed on your lawn to patch up some areas," said Doug Carroll, owner of Brownsboro Hardware. "We sell seed by the pound.
Louisville Bats ready to for home opener against Indianapolis
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - The action is back at Louisville Slugger Field for the home opener! The Louisville Bats are ready to host the Indianapolis Indians on Tuesday starting at 6:35 p.m. Louisville Bats manager Pat Kelly always looks forward to the home opener. "You feel like a little kid again, and you know, it's exciting," Kelly said. "Spring training can get old. You know, it becomes groundhog day everyday.
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