Cheryl Jackson

1 week ago | courier-journal.com | Cheryl Jackson |Alexis Cubit

The late country music star Toby Keith has a horse running in the 2025 Kentucky Derby. Here's what to know about the horse:What is the name of Toby Keith’s horse? Keith, who died last year, was the owner of Dream Walkin Farms, which would partner with other stables to purchase colts. Keith’s main responsibility was naming the horses. Keith named one of the horses Render Judgment, which is set to compete in the May 3 race.

2 weeks ago | courier-journal.com | Cheryl Jackson |Kirby Adams

Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Grace Potter will perform the national anthem at the 2025 Kentucky Derby on May 3 at the Churchill Downs Racetrack. Potter has received Grammy nominations for Best Rock Album, Best Rock Performance and Best Country Duo/Group Performance, celebrating her incredible talent. Along with the upcoming spring release of her album, “Medicine,” Potter plans to join country music superstar and Kentucky native Chris Stapleton on tour in July.

2 weeks ago | courier-journal.com | Cheryl Jackson |Olivia Evans

Ford Motor Co. is returning as part of the Kentucky Derby fan experience, and with it a chance for race fans to drive off in a new set of wheels. Earlier this year, Ford and Churchill Downs Inc. announced the extension of their partnership, signing a deal through 2029, The Courier Journal previously reported. And with that extension comes a host of new fan activities.