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Morgan McGarvey: Kentucky Derby should examine its use of 'My Old Kentucky Home'
The Courier Journal via Yahoo News· 1 month agoIn an interview with The Courier Journal ahead of the 150th Kentucky Derby, Louisville Congressman...
Time to dump pro-slavery anthem ‘My Old Kentucky Home.’ Here’s a ‘beautiful’ alternative. | Opinion
Lexington Herald-Leader via Yahoo News· 1 year agoLinda Blackford: A group of Louisvillians that includes Ben Sollee, Emily Bingham and Hannah Drake...
What's your state song? Every state (except one) has an official tune.
USA TODAY via Yahoo News· 1 year ago"The Star-Spangled Banner" officially became the national anthem of the United States in 1931 when...
Gerth: Let's sing 'My Old Kentucky Home' as it was intended — in all its racist glory
The Courier Journal via Yahoo News· 1 year ago“The sun shines bright in the old Kentucky home, ‘Tis summer, the darkies are gay.” The words kind of slap you in the face. They make you feel uncomfortable, even kind of dirty, just hearing ...
Lauderdale, Leach absolutely rock Bissell Park
The Oak Ridger via Yahoo News· 2 years ago"I’m goin’ back to Old Kentucky / There to see my Linda Lou / I’m goin’ back to Old Kentucky / Where the skies are always blue.” That’s how Alex Leach...
Hats, roses & mint juleps: A guide to the Kentucky Derby and its traditions
Lexington Herald-Leader via Yahoo News· 1 year agoThe 149th Kentucky Derby is just a day away, and with it comes plenty of ornate hats, mint juleps...
These 15 Kentucky state parks offer the best chances for adventure, Southern Living says
Lexington Herald-Leader via Yahoo News· 11 months agoSearching for an adventure in the Bluegrass State this summer? A popular lifestyle magazine says you...
Johnny Depp joins Jeff Beck on his North American tour stopping in Louisville
The Courier Journal via Yahoo News· 2 years agoKentucky native and actor Johnny Depp will join multi-Grammy Award winner Jeff Beck for the majority...
The Loretta Lynn Songs Every Southerner Should Know By Heart
Southern Living via Yahoo News· 1 year agoWe'll treasure her music and her legacy forever. Jay West / Contributor/Getty There’s no denying...
The Judds Songs: 15 of the Duo's Most Iconic and Heart-healing Hits
Woman's World via Yahoo News· 6 months ago“I always felt like we could conquer the world. Mom and I were like Thelma and Louise — we could do...