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Kentucky tourism authority approves $27 million in incentives for planned racing and gaming venues

October 21, 2021 The Center Square

The Kentucky Tourism Development Finance Authority on Monday gave final approval for tax incentives on a planned harness racing track and satellite historical horse racing (HHR) parlor in southeastern Kentucky that will be a joint venture by Keeneland and the principal owners of Kentucky Downs.

Churchill Downs to build gambling venue in downtown Louisville

October 1, 2021 The Center Square

Louisville-based Churchill Downs Inc. announced Thursday it plans to build a casino-style gambling venue in its hometown’s downtown district.

Louisville hopes for economic boost from Kentucky Derby

May 1, 2021 The Center Square

The Kentucky Derby returns to its traditional First Saturday in May date this year, and while the state’s COVID-19 restrictions will keep attendance down, the 147th Run for the Roses is providing hope for many in Louisville’s hospitality industry.

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Kentucky Bourbon Trail is a must-do for Bluegrass State visitors

January 29, 2014 The Travel Trolley

Bourbon has long been a way of life in Kentucky, and a partnership among some of the state’s top distilleries gives visitors an easy way to taste the Bluegrass State’s most famous beverage.

UPDATE-4: Plane’s landing gear collapses after landing in Lexington, closing airport

April 18, 2013 Todd DeFeo

A small plane’s landing gear collapsed after it landed this afternoon at Blue Grass Airport, prompting airport officials to shut down the airport to both inbound and outbound flights, according to airport personnel.

Plane without nose gear lands in Lexington, airport closed to traffic

April 18, 2013 Todd DeFeo

A small prop plane with no front landing gear landed at Blue Grass Airport on Thursday afternoon, closing the small airport.

Plane with no front landing gear shuts Lexington airport

April 18, 2013 Todd DeFeo

A small prop plane with no front landing gear landed at Bluegrass Airport.

Plane without nose gear lands in Lexington

April 18, 2013 Todd DeFeo

LEXINGTON, Ky. — The plane appears to be a small prop plane.

Five worthy destinations for the fall

October 5, 2010 The Travel Trolley

Marietta, Ga. (Photo by Todd DeFeo) With the fall travel season under way, there’s no time like the present to head out of Dodge (proverbially speaking) and check out any number of Southeastern destinations. Here are five worthy destinations to check out this fall: Savannah, Ga.: From live oak trees to historic squares to River Street, Savannah is quintessential southern charm at its finest. St. Patrick’s Day may not be in the fall, but Savannah

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky airport fastest growing local market

February 18, 2010 The Travel Trolley

Edited from PRNewswire/Special to The Travel Trolley CINCINNATI — Local passengers at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) grew almost 21 percent in the 3rd quarter of 2009 compared to the same period in 2008, according to the 3rd Quarter 2009 DOT report. That moved CVG to the top position for the largest increase in local passenger traffic. “CVG has seen explosive growth in its local passenger base over the last year, helping to fill parking