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Catch the 150th Kentucky Derby in style at these Cincinnati-area watch parties
It's nearly here: The 150th Kentucky Derby is racing toward us this Saturday, May 4. Whether you've placed bets on this year's race or you're just looking for an excuse to spend time with friends, the Derby is on pretty much everyone's watchlist. You don't have to attend the race in person to experience all the excitement and fanfare surrounding Derby Day.
Flying Pig planner: Wet start to weekend but looking clear for full, half marathons
CINCINNATI — The rain rolled in overnight and will linger through around 8 a.m., with the final sprinkles fading by 10 a.m. Rainfall totals will be less than 0.5" across the area. Enjoy a comfortable afternoon with temperatures that top out in the low-to-mid-70s. This is the coolest day...
Move over, Kentucky Derby. This weekend's for the pigs
Good morning and welcome to Flying Pig weekend! I'm high school sports reporter (and The Enquirer's resident running geek) Brendan Connelly. Thousands of runners will take part in this weekend's events, which range in distance from tonight's 50 West Mile to Sunday's full marathon. In the men's marathon, Jason Salyer...
Belle of Cincinnati breaks Belle of Louisville's 4-year winning streak in Great Steamboat Race
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — It was a long and hard-fought battle between the Belle of Louisville and Cincinnati at this year's Great Steamboat Race. Looking to defend its four-year winning streak, the Belle of Louisville kept it close with the Belle of Cincinnati for the start. Unfortunately, in the end,...
Harrison Softball hosts Inaugural “Hitting Cancer out of the Park” Game
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - It was a special day out at the Harrison softball field, as the Warriors and their opponent, Reitz, collaborated for cancer awareness. It was the inaugural “Hitting Cancer out of the Park” game, as both teams wore special pink jerseys, and even the bases and pitching rubber were colored pink. There was also a ceremony, recognizing Jo Jo Pierce and Taylor Houchin, two women are cancer survivors.
Weekend Preview: Lucas Oil Late Models Ready For Kentucky Doubleheader
The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series will spend the weekend in the Bluegrass state with a visit to Ponderosa Speedway in Junction City, KY on Friday, May 3 and Florence Speedway in Union, KY on Saturday, May 4. Ponderosa Speedway, a unique D-shaped 3/8th mile oval, known as “Kentucky’s...
Baseball: Scott puts up 9 runs but falls to Clinton in tournament opener
CLINTON, Tenn. | Nine runs are enough to win most games. Scott High put nine runs on the board in Tuesday's (April 30) district tournament opening game against Clinton, but the Dragons scored 10 runs in the first inning and used that hot start to power themselves to a 20-9 win over the Highlanders.
Flying Pig runners add new challenge to miles and hills — the heat
CINCINNATI — As the Flying Pig Marathon approaches, the only dark cloud hanging over the start is the sun. The heat is expected to be a factor for many runners. “It's looking like it's going to be a little bit of a warmer marathon,” said Jack Randall. “Whether you're up front in the race or just trying to finish. I think you can take some solace in the fact that everybody's pushing through the same obstacle.”
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