Sam Carter

Louisville

Morning Reporter at WLKY-TV (Louisville, KY)

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Hip-Hop Sweet Shop makes its 'sweet' return in Louisville after fiery setback

23 hours ago | wlky.com | Sam Carter

CAPITOL ROTUNDA. WELL, WHETHER IT IS THE BANGIN BANANA PUDDING OR THE FOXY BROWNIES, THE HIP HOP SWEET SHOP IS READY TO SATISFY YOUR SWEET TOOTH. YEAH, THIS IS A NOSTALGIC DESSERT SHOP IN RUSSELL, AND IT’S BACK OPEN AFTER A FIRE CLOSED DOWN. WE’RE SO EXCITED. OUR SAM CARTER IS LIVE THERE THIS MORNING INSIDE THE SHOP, AND HE’S GOING TO SHOW US ONE OF THEIR. I THINK HE’S MOST IMPRESSED WITH THIS CREATION. YEAH, THIS IS CRAZY. I CAN’T WAIT TO SHOW YOU GUYS THIS. I GOT JESSE AND LISA WITH ME HERE.
More than 100 artists set to shine at Norton Commons Art Festival

1 day ago | wlky.com | Sam Carter

NORTON COMMONS IS HOSTING ITS 10TH ANNUAL ART FESTIVAL THIS WEEKEND. OUR SAM CARTER CAUGHT UP WITH SOME VENDORS WHO HAVE SEEN THE EVENT GROW, FROM LOCAL POP-UP TO REGIONAL POWERHOUSE. STEVE HARRIS FROM STEVE’S WOODCRAFTERS IS A BUSY GUY THIS TIME OF YEAR. DIFFERENT ART SHOWS AROUND THE COUNTRY. YOU KNOW, I WAS LIKE IN NASHVILLE LAST WEEK, YOU KNOW, PROBABLY BE UP IN CINCINNATI IN ANOTHER WEEK OR TWO. SO, YOU KNOW, IT’S NICE TO GET OUT AND SHARE SOME OF MY WORK WITH PEOPLE.
Chef J discusses start of her culinary journey at Elliment in downtown Louisville

1 week ago | wlky.com | Sam Carter

THROUGH THE 4TH OF JULY. A NEW LOCAL RESTAURANT IS DEDICATED TO CELEBRATING JAMAICAN CULTURE. OUR SAM CARTER FOUND OUT WHY THE CHEF AND OWNER CAN’T BRING THE SURF AND SAND OF JAMAICA TO LOUISVILLE. SHE CAN BRING THE FLAVOR. IF YOU’VE LIVED AROUND HERE FOR REALLY ANY LENGTH OF TIME, IT’S NO SECRET THAT LOUISVILLE HAS A RICH AND DIVERSE CULINARY LANDSCAPE, AND NOW IT HAS A NEW MEMBER. AND IT ALL STARTED WITH A PEN AND A LEGAL PAD. LATE ONE NIGHT NEARLY TWO DECADES AGO, JANICE CLARK WROTE DOWN A GOAL.
Downtown Louisville hotels hosting hiring event to accommodate visitors

1 week ago | wlky.com | Sam Carter

Louisville is expected to welcome as many as 19 million visitors in 2025, according to Louisville Tourism. Many of those visitors will be staying in local hotels, which means the hospitality industry will need more staff to accommodate the influx. On Thursday, May 15, several area hotels will host a hiring event at the Louisville Downtown Marriott. From front desk clerks to engineering staff, a wide range of positions need to be filled.
'Breathe easier': Bodhi Salt brings ancient healing to Louisville

1 week ago | wlky.com | Sam Carter

If you've been spending a lot of time outside in the week leading up to Derby, you might be feeling the effects, especially if you have seasonal allergies.For some, like Dasha Grankina, co-owner of the wellness center Bodhi Salt, living in this area can take a toll on your health."Our main product is salt therapy," Grankina said.
Betting on Kentucky Oaks or Derby? Expert advice from a lead analyst

2 weeks ago | wlky.com | Sam Carter

On Saturday, more than 150,000 people will pack into Churchill Downs for the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby. Many, both at the track and watching from elsewhere, will be hoping to make a little money by picking the winner. With a packed field of 20 world-class horses, betting on a winner can feel impossible. Joe Kristufek, lead horse racing analyst for Churchill Downs, has made a career of picking winners—and he believes there are simple metrics you can use to make a smart choice.
Derby on a budget: Consignment finds for race day

2 weeks ago | wlky.com | Sam Carter

For the folks at Margaret's Fine Consignments, like owner Tara Shelton, there is no week all year quite like this one."This week is our busiest week of the year," Shelton said. "Other busy seasons are Black Friday and Thanksgiving, which are really the time leading up to Christmas."For most who attended events at Churchill Downs this week, putting outfits together can get expensive.
I’m a Woman in a 9-to-5 Office Job.

2 weeks ago | medium.com | Sam Carter

I’m a Woman in a 9-to-5 Office Job. Here’s What a Day Really Feels Like in 2025. I’m Sam Carter, and like millions of women, I spend my days navigating the chaos of office life. It’s not just emails and coffee runs—it’s a constant dance of ambition, self-doubt, and tiny wins that nobody talks about. Want to know what a day in my shoes feels like in 2025? Buckle up, because it’s raw, real, and probably a lot like your day too.
7 Productivity Hacks That Transformed My Hybrid Work Life (And Will Work for You Too) These simple…

2 weeks ago | medium.com | Sam Carter

7 Productivity Hacks That Transformed My Hybrid Work Life (And Will Work for You Too)These simple strategies helped me reclaim my focus and get more done in less time. Here’s how you can do the same. By Sam Carter · April 28, 2025 · 6 min read Two years ago, I was drowning in hybrid work chaos. My inbox was a war zone, Zoom calls ate my mornings, and by 3 p.m., I was staring at my screen, wondering where the day went. I felt like I was working harder than ever but accomplishing less. Sound familiar?
The elaborate joy of the 'Derby Burger' and what's on this year's

2 weeks ago | wlky.com | Sam Carter

DOWNTOWN THIS MORNING, LADIES, BACK TO YOU. THANK YOU MO. WELL, ONE OF THE KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL FAVORITES KICKS OFF AT WATERFRONT PARK TODAY. WE’RE TALKING ABOUT FESTIVAL A LOT GOING ON DOWN THERE. SAM CARTER IS LIVE AT WATERFRONT PARK EARLY THIS MORNING, AND I THINK WE’RE TALKING ABOUT THIS YEAR’S DERBY FESTIVAL BURGER. YOU GOT IT. BUT IT IS THE KROGER FESTIVAL. FOR 19 YEARS. KROGER HAS PUT IT ON. THIS IS ALISON. SHE IS THE DERBY EVENTS COORDINATOR. YES, THAT IS A REAL JOB.