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One of my favorite novels since I was a teen is “A Separate Peace” by John Knowles. When I find a piece of writing that I admire as much as I do this one, my love borderlines on the obsessive, and I typically revisit it over and over. I’ve read this one many times, and there are certain lines that I’ve committed to memory and introduce into conversation frequently out of context. One of my most often quoted lines is from the very beginning when Gene returns to his old prep school and examines “the tree” by the river. An old French proverb comes to his mind: “plus c’est la meme chose, plus ca change.” For years now I have interpreted this to mean, “The more things change, the more they stay the same.” Perhaps you have heard that, as of last week, The Voice-Tribune has new ownership. The prestigious brand, previously operating under Blue Equity Publishing, was acquired by Lifestyle Media Publishing. I’m thrilled that the rich legacy of this publication, one that spans almost 70 years, is secure in the hands of another locally owned and independently operated company. What that means for you, our loyal readers, is that you can expect the same commitment to quality reporting on the new and exciting happenings and events in our city as well as the personalities behind them. We vow to bring you the same captivating columnists, talented writers with unique voices and relevant topics ranging from Arts & Entertainment to Health & Wellness. More than anything, we will continue to do so in a creative way with great visual appeal that makes you excited about this electrifying city in which we live.

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Though not as renowned as some other cities, Louisville has certainly had its fair share of success over the years when it comes to producing Olympians. The legend of Muhammad Ali famously began when 18-year-old Cassius Clay traveled to Rome in 1960 and returned home to Louisville with a gold medal around his neck. Four years after Ali’s triumph, Mary T. Meagher was born in the Derby City. “Madam Butterfly” would eventually win four medals, three gold, at the 1984 Games in Los Angeles. Notable Louisvillians like Allan Houston, Jon Rauch and Charley Ellis have also enjoyed their respective moments in the Olympic spotlight.

reason. Rewind the clock just eight years ago. Heading into the Beijing Olympics, only two Cardinal athletes had ever competed in the world’s most well-known athletic competition, and none had ever won a medal. Contrast that with what we’re about to see next month in Rio, when 12 Louisville athletes will represent their home countries at the games. More than a handful of those competitors have a legitimate chance to see their Olympic experience end with a trip to the podium. And that’s not all. Eight University of Kentucky athletes will also be heading to Rio, giving the Bluegrass State an even better chance of having further ties with Olympic gold medals. Before Olympic fever grabs hold of America next month, let’s get educated on these 20 athletes who will be representing both their country and the University of Louisville or University of Kentucky in Brazil.

The accolades of University of Louisville athletes competing at the Olympics are less-discussed in the city, and for good

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Marcelo Acosta SW I M M I NG El Salvador

Jasmine Camacho-Quinn TRACK & F I E L D Puerto Rico

Carlos Claverie SW I M M I NG Venezuela

DeMarcus Cousins

BAS KET BA L L USA

Acosta has said he is very satisfied with his result in reaching both the expectations he set for himself, as well of that of others: “This is a great responsibility for me, to become the first swimmer from El Salvador to make it, but it motivates me to continue to work hard.”

After just one season, this freshman hurdler is one of the most accomplished athletes in UK history. In 2016, she was the NCAA champion hurdler – the first freshman ever to win the 100-meter event – and first team All-American in the 100-meter hurdles, 200-meter hurdles and 4x100 meter relay. “Jasmine is a first team All-American in three events at her first NCAA Championships ever,” her coach, Edrick Floréal, said after the NCAA competition in Eugene, Oregon. “And people are going to hate me for saying this but she’s nowhere near scratching the surface. She’s much more gifted than that. She can be a megastar in track and field.”

Even before Camacho-Quinn showed up in Lexington, her star was in ascendance. As a high school junior at Fort Dorchester High School (North Charleston, North Carolina), she won four state outdoor titles, setting the state record in the 100m hurdles and also won state titles in the long jump, 100m and 200m. That earned her “High School Track Female Performer of the Year” from The Charleston Post & Courier. She went on to win High School AllAmerican honors at the 2013 New Balance Nationals. At Kentucky, she was 2016 SEC Freshman of the Year. Her brother, Robert Quinn, is an All-Pro defensive end for the now-Los Angeles Rams.

Claverie was already a Venezuelan national record holder when he committed to swim for Louisville back in 2014, having been a triple medalist at the Young Olympic Games in Nanjing and gaining recognition as a South American and Central American champion. A breaststroke specialist, he has earned All-ACC honors in each of his first

two seasons swimming for Arthur Albiero’s Cardinals. For his impressive qualifiying winning time in Minneapolis, Claverie shaved two seconds off of his previous 200m breaststroke of 2:12.97 which placed him sixth at this summer’s Pan American Games.

Being chosen to the U.S. Olympic basketball team was at least one culmination of the former Wildcat’s hoop dreams. Ever since he left Kentucky following his freshman season in 2010, his pro career has been a portrait in contrasting colors: significant progress and frequent controversy. The 2015-16 season was his best yet, 27 points and 11 rebounds a game. And yet, there trails a path of tantrums on court and off, clashes with coaches and media and a general sense of immaturity inside that massive, powerful body. He has been denied personal honors like being left off any NBA All-Pro teams and gaining only two All-Star game

appearances. But perhaps inclusion on the prestigious Olympic basketball team is evidence that the Cousins is being acknowledged as one of the country’s best and that maybe, at long last, his demons are at rest. “It’s already crazy that I’m one of the select few to be able to represent the country,” Cousins told The Sacramento Bee. “So to come home with a gold medal – that’s a story I’ll always be able to share.” “I think he’s really matured as a person,” said USA Basketball director Jerry Colangelo. “He showed up to camp here in great shape. This is something he really wants.”

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A rising junior at UofL, Acosta made history earlier this year by becoming the first swimmer from El Salvador ever to qualify for the Olympics with an “A” cut time. The Cardinal swam and won the 1500m race with a time of 15:13.09 at the Arena Pro Series in Orlando, Florida, setting a new national record in the process.

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Joao De Lucca SW I M M I NG Brazil

Andrew Evans TRACK & F I E L D USA

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A two-time NCAA champion during his career at UofL, De Lucca will swim in the 200-freestyle, the 400-free relay and the 800-free relay for host country Brazil. He got a taste of the Olympic experience four years ago when he was a reserve member of the Brazilian team, but 2016 should be a different animal. “Going for the second time to the

Olympics, I’m definitely more ready,” De Lucca said. “I already know what the village looks like. I’m very familiar with the dining hall, which, for a lot of people can lead to a lot of distractions. I think I have a slight advantage with the fact that I went to London and experienced it all before. Going home to swim the Olympics is a big thing, and I feel ready.”

At Kentucky, if an athlete is 6-foot-6 and weighs 250 pounds, he’s usually a basketball player. Or, in rare cases, he has played wide receiver (Willie CauleyStein) or chopped wood competitively (Tai Wynyard). Andrew Evans might be the biggest UK athlete ever going to the Olympics not to play basketball. Evans throws the discus (although he did play hockey and football growing up in Portage, Michigan). As a highschooler, he competed at the 2010 World Junior Championships in Athletics. At Kentucky, he won the competition at the SEC’s outdoor championships as a sophomore and senior, finishing second

as a junior. He finished third at the NCAA Men’s Division I Outdoor Track and Field Championships in 2013. Since graduating with a degree in kinesiology in 2014, he has competed professionally. He took third place at the 2015 USA Outdoor Track and Field Championships and second at The North American, Central American and Caribbean (NACAC) Championships that year. Evans qualified for the American Olympic team with a third-place finish at the Olympic trials, during which he tossed the discus 214.5 feet, a new personal record and just 15 feet off the Olympic record.

Sean Gunn SW I M M I NG Zimbabwe

Matt Hughes T RACK & F I E L D Canada

Jessica Javelet RU G BY USA

Olympics. Gunn transferred to Kentucky from Limestone College (Gaffney, South Carolina) in 2014, for his sophomore year. “Most swimmers want to compete in the SEC,” he says, “it has the best collegiate athletes in the country.” That season, he swam the third leg for UK’s record-breaking 800 freestyle relay team as well as anchoring the 200m medley race and scoring in the 400 freestyle, 200 medley and 400 medley relays at the conference meet. He was even better as a junior, swimming a personal-best 44.11 in the prelims of the 100m freestyle at the SEC Championships, the ninth-fastest time in UK history.

A national champion in the 3000m steeplechase at Louisville in both 2010 and 2011, Hughes will represent team Canada in the event next month. He is the current Canadian record holder in the steeplechase, a record he set at the 2013 World Championships in Athletics with a time of 8:11.64. Hughes also won gold in the event at the 2015 Pan American Games with a time of 8:32.18. Born in Oshawa,

Ontario, the middle and long-distance runner says his love for running developed in the third grade because he loved to be the fastest kid on the playground. With a motto of “There is no substitute for hard work,” he has kept every bib he’s ever raced in. Matt graduated from the University of Louisville in 2012 with a Bachelor of Science in Education and Sports Science.

Javelet, a former Cardinal, will be representing the United States next month in Rio on the American rugby team. If you’re confused and surprised by the revelation that UofL has a rugby team, it’s not your fault. UofL does not field a rugby team (although they do have a club squad), but Javelet did spend four years at Louisville starring on the field hockey pitch. In four seasons at UofL between 2006 and 2009, Javelet was named an AllAmerican three times and was a finalist for the NCAA Woman of the Year award in 2007. She left Louisville as the valedictorian of her class and the school’s all-time leading scorer in both points and goals. Despite all those accolades, she was one of the final players cut from the 2008 United

States field hockey team that went to Beijing. After a brief professional field hockey career in Germany, Javelet returned to the United States and began playing American football in the Women’s Football Alliance league. Playing both ways as a wide receiver and defensive back, she was named co-MVP of the league in 2013 after helping the Chicago Force to a championship. Shortly thereafter, she was approached by the team USA rugby coach, Ric Suggitt, about giving the sport a try. As Suggitt expected, Javelet was a natural, and three years later, she is expected to star for America as women’s rugby makes its Olympic debut.

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Sean Gunn, a record-breaking swimmer on the UK varsity team, will be swimming the 100m freestyle in Rio de Janeiro for his native Zimbabwe. He’s Zimbabwe’s national freestyle record-holder in both 100m and 200m. He began swimming at age 6 in his hometown of Harare, the nation’s capital. Like a lot of his countrymen, he was inspired by Kirsty Coventry’s seven Olympic medals in 2004 and 2008. “I watched the 2004 Olympics [when he was 10] and began thinking of competing there ever since,” he says. This year, he will live out his dream along with Coventry on the two-person Zimbabwe swimming team. He believes he’s only the second Zimbabwean male ever to go to the

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Andrea Kneppers

SW I M M I NG Netherlands

Wesley Korir T RACK & F I E L D Kenya

Tanja Kyllainen SW I M M I NG Finland

Angel McCoughtry WOM EN' S BAS KET BA L L USA

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A 2016 graduate of UofL, Kneppers was a two-time All-American and three-time All-ACC performer for the Cardinals as well as a member of the All-ACC Academic squad. A freestyle specialist, she helped the Netherlands win a bronze medal in the 4x200m freestyle relay at the European Aquatics Championships in London earlier

this year. Prior to joining the Cardinals as an international transfer, Kneppers was a multiple-time Dutch National Champion, a swimmer in the European Youth Olympic Festival from 2007 – 2009, and has competed in the Sette Colli in Rome as well as the WorldCup in Stockholm.

Nine current or former Cardinal athletes will be representing countries other than the United States at the 2016 Olympics, but Korir is the only one of those 12 who is currently a member of his home country’s Parliament. Of course, he’s also a pretty good athlete as well. A long-distance runner who specializes in road running competitions, Korir won the Boston Marathon in 2012 and the Los Angeles Marathon in both 2009 and 2010. A multiple-time All-American during his career at Louisville, Korir was surprisingly

not selected to represent Kenya in the 2012 Olympics. Disappointed at first, Korir chose to spend that summer launching the Kenyan Kids Foundation, which has dramatically improved education and healthcare in his home country. Korir will make his Olympic debut in Rio next month and will continue his tradition of buying two Subway tuna sandwiches before a race. One he eats himself, the other he gives to a person on the street who he believes needs it more.

Kyallainen qualified for the games last November by swimming the 200m individual medley in a time of 2:14.20 to narrowly, but definitively, clear the “A” time cut of 2:14.26. A 2015 graduate of UofL, Kyallainen will head to Rio as the Finnish record holder in four different events. Having traveled to Rio de Janeiro earlier this year as part of Finland’s training

camp, Kyllaninen was impressed with the Olympic Aquatics Stadium reporting that because it has seats all around the pool, it will look different on television than people have come to expect from such competitions. It is anticipated to house 18,000 seats and, she says, “I expect the set-up to bring even more energy from the crowd.”

The all-time leading scorer in the history of Louisville basketball, McCoughtry has represented the United States in one Olympics, one Pan American Games and two FIBA World Championships and has come back home with gold medals all four times. Team USA is 17-0 in an international competition with McCoughtry on its roster. At the 2012 Olympics in London, McCoughtry was the second-leading scorer on the American team, finishing the tournament with an average of 10.9 points

per game. She also led her team in steals with 2.5 steals per game, and her .620 field goal percentage was the best of any player in the 12-team tournament. McCoughtry’s claim as the most decorated former Cardinal currently playing a professional sport is a good one. She has been a WNBA All-Star four times, been named first team All-WNBA three times, led the league in scoring twice and carried the Atlanta Dream to the WNBA finals in 2010, 2011 and 2013.

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Leah Nugent T RACK & F I E L D Jamaica

Chinwe Okoro T RACK & F I E L D Nigeria

In her years at Kentucky, from 2013-2016, Leah Nugent was a three-time All-American, a 2015 NCAA bronze medalist in the 400m hurdles and a semifinalist in the event at the 2015 USA Track & Field (USATF) Outdoor Championships in Eugene, Oregon. Before transferring to UK in 2013 as a junior, Nugent was one of the NCAA’s best college hurdlers at Virginia Tech. As a sophomore, she earned All-Atlantic Coast Conference honors in the 400m hurdles, finishing third in the ACC track and field championships, and making the NCAA East Preliminary Championships in the 100 and 400 hurdles each of the two seasons she was there.

In her first outdoor season at Kentucky, she qualified for the NCAA Championships in the 400m hurdles and 4x400 relay. Her time of 56.97 in the SEC tournament ranks second in Kentucky’s all-time list; and her personal record for the 100m hurdles at the Penn Relays is fourth in UK annals. As a senior, she was a 400m bronze medalist in both NCAA and SEC competition. Nugent finished her Kentucky career as the second all-time hurdler at 400m, behind only UK teammate Kendra Harrison. Since graduating, she has served as a volunteer assistant coach to Eldrick Floreal.

An All-American at Louisville in 2010-11, Okoro will compete in the discus at the Olympics for her home country of Nigeria. She won gold at the 2014 African Athletics Championship by throwing a Nigerian national record of 59.79m and earlier this year threw her personal best of 61.58m in Athens, Ohio. Okoro was a standout athlete

while at UofL from 2007-08. She graduated with a biology degree and later studied physical therapy at Bellarmine. A two-time Kentucky female athlete of the year, the recipient of the Michael Hale Scholarship in Bellarmine’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program lists her academic success as one of her proudest accomplishments.

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Luis Orta

T RACK & F I E L D Venezuela

Rondel Sorrillo

T RACK & F I E L D Trinidad & Tobago

Grigory Tarasevich SW I M M I NG Russia

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Luis Alberto Orta Millan was born in Caracas, Venezuela, and enrolled at Kentucky in 2009. He graduated in 2012 with a double major in International Studies and Spanish and was the commencement speaker at the December 2012 ceremonies. He’s now a graduate student in the UK Sports Leadership Program. At Kentucky, he was one of the school’s most successful steeplechase and crosscountry competitors. He holds the school record for the 3,000m steeplechase and was the 2012 SEC Indoor Runner of the Year. Even before coming to Kentucky, he ranked first in America and 14th in the world in the steeplechase at world junior competition in 2008.

As a freshman in the indoor track season, he broke the 13-year-old UK freshman 5,000m record at the Penn State National Invitational with a time of 14:33.82. And then he ran the second-fastest mile run on the team, with a mark of 4:10.62 at the McCravy Memorial Meet. As a sophomore cross-country runner, he won the San Francisco Invitational to open the 2010 season and recorded a personalbest 8K time at the Greater Louisville Invitational. In his junior year, he was three-time SEC Men’s Cross Country Runner of the Week and All-SEC First Team. And he topped it all off as a senior by being named Indoor Track and Field Athlete of the Year.

In the 2009 track season, Rondell Sorrillo became Kentucky’s first five-time AllAmerica selection within a single track season in school history. In the NCAA outdoor track and field championships at Fayetteville, Arkansas, Sorrillo finished second in the country in the 200m dash; broke the 200m UK varsity record (for the second time in three weeks); ran the third-fastest time in UK history in the 100m dash final; and ran the anchor leg of the UK 4x100m relay team that placed sixth overall with the fourth-fastest time in school history. In the Mideast Regional 200m dash final

that year, he crossed the finish line in 20.50 to break the 15-year-old varsity record of 20.54 held by former Olympian Tim Harden (set in 1994). This will be the third Olympic venture for Sorrillo, who is now 30. He competed for his home country in the 200m event at the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, but without reaching the final round. And he ran 100m and 200m at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London. He was also part of the Trinidad and Tobago 4x100m team that won the bronze medal at the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland.

An All-American and All-ACC performer in five different events at UofL, the rising senior made headlines for the wrong reasons earlier this summer when he tested positive for the banned substance meldonium. The 20-year-old then successfully proved that he took the substance before it was banned by the

World Anti-Doping Agency, clearing him to swim for Russia next month in Rio. He is expected to compete for medals in the 100m and 200m backstroke. A Mechanical Engineering major, the Omsk, Russia native earned three European Junior Champion Titles and was crowned World Junior Champion in the 50m backstroke.

Mikel Thomas T RACK & F I E L D Trinidad & Tobago

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a personal-best time of 14.14. At Kentucky that season, he was a member of the Mideast Regional 4x100 relay team that recorded a season-best time of 40.33 at the SEC Championships. In 2008, he ran for T&T in the Beijing Olympics, placing sixth in his qualifying heat. In the NCAA Championships men’s 110m hurdles that season, he finished 10th nationally with a time of 13.74. Four times that year he broke the school record for the 110m hurdles and placed sixth in the SEC championships. In August 2015, in preparation for the Rio Olympics, Thomas won the 110m hurdles with a time of 13.23, competing against athletes from 31 North American countries, including the U.S., Canada, Mexico and Jamaica, at the NACAC Championships.

In front of a national television audience on NBC in June, Worrell became the first American swimmer from UofL ever to qualify for the Olympics by dominating her competition in the 100-fly. The fact that Worrell swam the second fastest 100-fly in the world and bested the 2012 gold medalist in the event, Dana Vollmer, in the finals would indicate that the 21-year-old UofL product is now one of the favorites to bring home the gold medal from Rio. “I wasn’t expecting to touch first,” Worrell admitted afterward about her victory. “It was emotional hearing that and then seeing my time on the board. It’s a dream come true. This is what I’ve been training for all year long and what I’ve been dreaming about my entire life.”

The trip to Rio will be the bow on top of what has been another massive year for Worrell, who will leave Louisville as the most decorated individual athlete in the history of Cardinal athletics. Worrell kicked 2015-16 off by winning three medals, including a gold in the 100fly, at the 2015 Pan American Games. She then became a world record holder in the 400 short course meter medley relay thanks to her team’s performance at the 2015 Duel in the Pool in Indianapolis. Toss in a pair of NCAA championships, another year of All-American honors, an American record and becoming the first woman in history to swim the 100-yard butterfly in under 50 seconds, and yeah, you’ve got a nice little year.

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Since opening about 10 years ago, the hotel has consistently ranked among the top 10 Marriott hotels worldwide. “From the very beginning, we had a very big goal,” says Weaver. “We never wanted to be the best in Louisville, the best in Kentucky, but we always said: ‘We want to give you the best experience in the world.’ And we never waver from that.” VT For more information, call 502.627.5045 or visit

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Ayson is quick to point out that he’s not the only attentive one at the Marriott. The whole team, he explains, is focused on making sure every guest gets a seamless experience. That means greeting everyone who walks in the door in a genuine and caring way that makes them feel welcome, for they’re only going to have one first impression of the hotel and, in many cases, the city. “Of all the places I’ve traveled and worked and seen,” says Weaver, “this is still my favorite hotel to ever be a part of. The team is just special.”

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Damon Gordon “Dbo” Boldrick Damon Gordon “Dbo” Boldrick, 38, of Jeffersontown, passed away on July 23, 2016 from complications of Type I diabetes which he had since the age of 5. Damon was a graduate of Fern Creek High School (1996) and JCTC with an associate degree in Applied Science. He worked for Humana and was a big UK fan. Damon is survived by his father, Cooper Boldrick (Sue), mother, Carole Bretschneider (David), his sister, Natalie Drake (Darren), niece, Emory, and dogs, King and Talley. Direct cremation was chosen and a private service will be held at a later date. J U LY 2 8 , 2 0 1 6 • V O I C E -T R I B U N E . C O M

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Connie Butler Coleman Connie Butler Coleman, 71, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 23, 2016 with her family by her side. She was born August 19, 1944, in Glasgow, KY. In 1957, just before her 8th grade year, her father’s coaching career took him to Metcalfe County High School and the family moved from Marrowbone to Edmonton. The daughter of a coach and an avid basketball fan, it is no surprise that, once she began high school, Connie made the decision to become a cheerleader. After graduating from Metcalfe County High School in ‘62, Connie took her pompoms to Kentucky Wesleyan College. She loved her time at Kentucky Wesleyan as a cheerleader and an active Kappa Delta sister. Connie served as president of her sorority and was named as the Wesleyan Rose. Finishing her education, Connie carried her success as a cheerleader into the classroom and into her marriage. Shortly after Connie began her career as a teacher, she married her high school sweetheart, Jim Coleman, and they had three daughters. In being a wife and mother, Connie realized her greatest successes as a cheerleader. As her girls can attest, many pep rallies were held in the family room at home, with their mom acting as head cheerleader. Connie supported her community and cherished her friendships. Lunch dates and day trips with her girlfriends were some of her favor-

ite activities, and she always looked forward to reunions with her sorority sisters. She served on the Board of Directors for the Metcalfe County Public Library and Metcalfe Healthcare Center. She also served as a member of the Metcalfe County Board of Education and was active in the Edmonton United Methodist Church. Most of all, Connie loved her family and her family loved her. She spent countless hours cheering on her girls at basketball games and cheerleading competitions. She taught her children the importance of relationships by prioritizing lunch with family on Sundays and making sure everyone made time for the annual beach trip. She managed the heated competition of March Madness brackets and selflessly loved to provide a magical Christmas. Later in life, she was thrilled to take on the role of grandmother and was the best “CeCe” her grandsons could ask for. Connie was reunited in death with her husband, Jim Coleman, and her father, Cortez Butler, where no doubt she is being her fabulous self, dressed immaculately, nails looking great, wearing a delicious perfume, and celebrating with a good novel, dark chocolate covered cherries, and a cold bottle of Coke. She is survived by “the Girls”, Heather Coleman of Lexington, Holly Coleman, and Heidi Coleman; her mother, Ruth Butler; her brother, Tez Butler; and her two grandsons, Coleman and Cabot Boling all of Edmonton. Funeral services were held 1 p.m. Tuesday, July 26, 2016 at Butler Funeral Home in Edmonton with burial in the Edmonton Cemetery. Visitation was Monday, July 25 from 4-8 p.m. and after 9 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Gwendolyn Hardison Davis Gwendolyn Hardison Davis, 99, of Louisville, Ky., passed away

peacefully July 23, 2016. Born May 14, 1917 in Lewisburg, Tn., Gwen was a graduate of Marshall CO. High School. She attended business school and became the bookkeeper for Florence Stove Co. She married William Clay Davis September 3, 1938 and soon after retired to raise her family. While in Lewisburg, Gwen volunteered for the Red Cross. Gwendolyn and her husband and daughters moved to Louisville, Ky. in 1956 when W. C. was hired by General Electric Company in their management department. W.C. and Gwen were members of Hunting Creek Country Club and were avid golfers. She was a member of Westport Road Church of Christ for over 60 years. Gwen was an enthusiastic and excellent bridge player and loved traveling to Hawaii and Florida during the winter months. Gwen was preceded in death by her parents, Harriett V. Hardison and Joseph Baxter Hardison; her husband of 36 years, W.C. Davis; and her daughter Kay Davis Thomson. She is survived by her daughter, Diane Davis Haden (Bill); 6 grandchildren, Christopher Haden (Sheldon), Kevin Haden (Ashley), Julie Villier (Russ), Clay Thomson (Emmy), Neil Thomson (Jackie), and Ford Thomson; and 13 great-grandchildren. Gwen’s sharp mind, positive attitude and graciousness to everyone will be missed by her friends and family. Funeral services will be Friday, July 29 at 11:00 AM at Westport Road Church of Christ, 4500 Westport Road, with a private burial service at Cave Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be at the church from 10:00-11:00 AM immediately prior to the service. The family would like to acknowledge and thank the staff and friends at Atria, St. Matthews for their loving care and kindness over the past year, and the palliative care unit at Baptist East Hospital for their excel-

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Mary Lee Fletcher Mary Lee Fletcher, 74, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on Saturday, July 23, 2016 at Jewish Hospital. She was born in Louisville, Kentucky on October 14, 1941 to the late Baymus Lee Beatty and Mary Cecelia Settles. She was retired from General Electric and was a loving foster mother to over 72 children.

grandchildren; companion, Robert Webb, and a host of other family members and friends. A service to celebrate her life will be conducted Thursday, July 28, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at Newcomer Funeral Home- East Louisville Chapel, 235 Juneau Drive with burial in Louisville Memorial Gardens West. Visitation was from 3-8 p.m. on Wednesday, July 27 at the funeral home.

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In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by two sons, Michael McComis and Timothy A. Sharp.

Gary H. Isgrigg, 62, passed away Saturday July 23, 2016 at his home. He was a videographer and photographer for FOX NEWS-WDRB and a member of Victory Christian Church.

Mary is survived by her children, Mark Steven McComis, Laura A. McComis (Greg), Thomas C. McComis (Dianna), Gerald W. Sharp (Gina) and Corey Fletcher; numerous grandchildren and great

Gary is survived by his wife, Donna Clark Isgrigg; son, Nathan Rawal; daughter, Alison Isgrigg Gilliam (Josh); brother, Bob Isgrigg (Norma) and grandchildren, Haylee, Andrew, and Cooper.

The funeral service was 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at Joseph E. Ratterman & Son, 7336 Southside Drive, with cremation following. Visitation was 3-7 Wednesday.

MaryAnn Byrne Maier MaryAnn Byrne Maier, 71, of Louisville, entered into eternal peace and rest on Monday, July 25, 2016. Born in Louisville, MaryAnn, was a 40-year member of the greater Louisville Association of realtors and had a 35 year career as a real estate appraiser. She was the third female in the state of Kentucky to obtain designation as a senior residential appraiser. She was preceded in death by her husband, Anthony C. Maier Jr and her parents Charles and Rose Remmers Byrne. Left to cherish her memory are her children, Anthony “Andy “ C.

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Lamar Jackson’s Growing Up Lamar Jackson (8) took a snap during the 2016 UofL spring game.

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ast year, I didn’t like talking with the media. Like, not at all.” At the ACC Kickoff, an event where the league’s coaches and players typically answer questions in clichés and half-truths, Lamar Jackson’s words rang especially true.

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Bolin in a 34-31 upset loss to visiting Houston. Jackson responded the way 18-year-olds sometime do in the face of adversity; he shied away from attention, he gave short, seemingly annoyed responses to questions, and he let his emotions get the best of him on social media after Bolin got the start for Louisville’s showcase game against Clemson the next week.

Those first three weeks set the tone for an up-and-down freshman campaign for Jackson in which he never looked fully complacent until the final game of the season. It was then that he had three weeks to catch his breath and prepare for a Music City Bowl game in which he would go up against Texas A&M, a team known for having one of the best defensive lines in college football. The Aggies had no answer for Jackson, who became just the second quarterback ever to rush and throw for more than 200 yards in a bowl game, joining college football legends Vince Young and Johnny Manziel.

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Given how quickly he was thrust into the local sports spotlight, it’s easy to forget that Jackson spent the 2015 football season as an 18-year-old true freshman who just months earlier had been wrapping up high school. After his breakout second half performance in Louisville’s season-opening loss to Auburn, the South Florida native went from a teenager who had only been a college student for a handful of weeks to both the current starting quarterback and the future face of UofL football. When it’s put like that, understanding why Jackson didn’t immediately embrace the spotlight becomes an easier task. In the second week of the season, Jackson made the first start of his college career and struggled mightily. He turned the ball over three times and was ultimately replaced by sophomore Kyle J U LY 2 8 , 2 0 1 6 • V O I C E -T R I B U N E . C O M

Fast-forward seven months and Jackson has had even more time to catch his breath and regain his footing. It shows. With microphones in his face at every turn during the ACC’s annual season-kickoff event, Jackson sparkled. He gave well-thought-out answers to difficult questions, he was entertaining, he was pleasant, he was all the things you’d want the freshly-anointed face of your program to be.

In the middle of his podium session at the event, Jackson was informed of the fact that he appeared to be much more comfortable in front of the media than he had at any point the year before. Jackson responded by addressing the statement and then asking the media member two more questions than had been posed to him. “I’ve been having a lot of training on my interviews. How am I doing? I’m doing good? All right. It’s been fun. It’s been a fun experience. At first I was like, ‘Media Day, I don’t want to do this, Coach.’ But I’m growing up, so I have to do what I have to do. This is my responsibility.” Jackson’s other responsibility, of course, is being in charge of an offense that many are predicting to put up the same video game numbers that Louisville fans enjoyed during Bobby Petrino’s first tenure at UofL a decade ago. “Lamar has really matured,” Petrino said. “A year ago, we couldn’t run plays with him under center simply because he couldn’t remember the plays. He has a great understanding of the game now, of what we’re trying to do offensively with him. He’s getting better at understanding what defenses are trying to do. We’re really excited to see what he’s going to be able to do this season.” If Jackson’s maturation on the field at all mirrors his evolution with the media, then all Louisville fans should be really excited as well. VT P H OTO B Y D A M O N AT H E R TO N

get why basketball players give up the sweet campus life to turn pro. I know all the reasons – and there are millions of them, all with pictures of dead presidents. It’s been discussed at length, no reason to go into that again.

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But life in the pros is no easy ride either. The people who own NBA franchises are not in it for the love of sports. They’re businesspeople who’ve made a significant investment, and they expect some kind of return on that investment. They’re not tossing those dollars around like rice at a wedding. It’s a cold, impersonal business deal, which may sometimes be abrupt for a 19-year-old kid who’s just living his dream. He wants to bathe in the warmth of a high draft pick and the attendant rewards. Then he realizes he’s going to have to battle to earn those rewards. Sure, it’s still basketball, something he’s loved doing his entire conscious life. And, obviously, it’s something he does well. But so does everyone else on every NBA bench. The competition is fierce, starting with the competition of his own teammates for his spot on the roster. They’re good players too; they’re living their dreams too. Often, those dreams collide and somebody loses.

That’s when the ticket to the D-League shows up in a player’s locker and the puffy white dream clouds become dark and ominous. It’s difficult to climb back up once a player slips to the D-League. Every year, another 30 or so top college and European prospects come along, vying for that finite number of NBA uniforms. And yesterday’s goods, which shined so brightly and hung so crisply when they first showed up, are now in the remainders section, marked down as excess inventory. The intense competition is only part of the challenge. So is the wear and tear of an 82-game schedule, plus pre-season exhibitions and post-season playoffs. It’s long and grueling and pockmarked with traps. Fatigue leads to injury, and injury is the bane of every athlete.

This “disappointment,” by the way, averaged nearly 16 points and nine rebounds a game. What would Big Blue Nation have given to get that kind of performance from Skal Labissiere last year? Or from Alex Poythress?

As a sophomore with expectations somewhat tamped down and with a new group of freshmen showing up, he rose to the occasion, grouping with Anthony Davis and Michael Kidd-Gilchrist to form a formidable, national-title-winning frontcourt. And in a draft night dominated by Davis and Kidd-Gilchrist, selections one and two, Jones was the 18th pick, signing a $1.5 million contract with Houston. He spent most of his rookie year with the Rio Grande Valley Vipers – a disappointment, yet again – but surprised in his second season as a 12-point-per-game starter, helping James Harden, Dwight Howard and the rest of the Rockets to a 54-win season. Then it all came crashing down. Penciled in as a starter for the 2014-15 season, Jones was brought low by what amounts to a season of “ER”: a strange inflammation in his leg, then a partially collapsed lung, a concussion, a scratched eyelid, an auto accident and a respiratory illness. Damaged goods? Houston certainly thought so. Old? Hardly. Amazingly, Jones is still only 24! So now he’s been signed by New Orleans, where he’ll re-team with Davis. (It’s difficult in the NBA for former UK players not to bump into one another.) Davis is another one plagued by injury, though his soaring star has yet to dim.

I’m writing this because of the most recent development in Terrence Jones’ pro career.

Jones has earned more than $7 million in the NBA, and his new pact is for another $1 million. I imagine it’s no longer about the money for him. It’s getting back to playing the game he always loved at the level he always enjoyed.

This beast of uncommon talent came out of Portland, Oregon to the University of Kentucky in 2010, John Calipari’s second recruiting squad here. He soon became a lightning rod for Calipari’s intense expectations.

Or – one has to wonder – has the enjoyment fled the building? Is it now just a job for Terrence Jones? A painful slog through eight or nine months because there’s really not much else he’s cut out for? VT

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Brian Brohm Climbs the Hill Brian Brohm is ready to begin his second season as the quarterback coach at Western Kentucky University. The younger brother of Toppers Head Coach Jeff Brohm, Brian entered the coaching ranks after an eight-year professional football career. He played in the National Football League for the Green Bay Packers and Buffalo Bills and in the Canadian Football League for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. Brohm is the second all-time leading passer in University of Louisville history, throwing for 10,775 yards and 71 touchdowns from 2003 to 2007. He was the Most Valuable Player in the 2007 Orange Bowl. The Hilltoppers won a school record 12 games last season, including a win over South Florida in the Miami Beach Bowl. They are looking for a starting quarterback after the departure of Brandon Doughty. What do you look for in the quarterback race – how does one guy distance himself ?

We have two younger guys: Drew Eckles and Steven Duncan. We’re excited about both of them, and they both have a lot of ability. We’re looking forward to seeing what these guys can bring to the table come fall camp.

We’re looking for consistency. Someone who’s going to know the offense, make good decisions and be safe with the ball but also be able to Taylor’s 10 How good was Brandon take shots when they’re there. We just Doughty? want the full package, the full underKENT standing of the offense, someone who Brandon was a very good quarterTAYLOR is going to distribute the ball to the WAVE3 Sports back. He’s on to the next level, going to guys who are going to be able to make the Miami Dolphins. The thing that he the plays for us. We’ve got four guys who are in the did is he made quick decisions and he was accurate battle. Mike White, a transfer from South Flori- with the football. That’s what we’re kind of looking da, sat out last season. He learned a lot last sea- for from the next quarterback. We need to get the son from Brandon Doughty, came in with a good ball out of our hands, get it to the playmakers and knowledge of the offense and has been doing let them make the plays. really well for us. Tyler Ferguson came in this spring. He was a little bit behind because it was Who has more say in picking the starting the first time he had been through an install with our offense. He’s got a big arm and a lot of ath- quarterback, Jeff Brohm or Brian Brohm? letic ability. We’re looking for big things from him. The head coach has the say on who is going to be the starting quarterback, and that really goes for all positions but especially quarterback. He’s a former quarterback, former quarterback coach. He calls the plays. He’s going to have the final say on who the quarterback is. Obviously, I’m going to give my opinion and the other coaches will give their opinions because it’s such an important position. When it’s all said and done, the head guy is going to pick the guy.

You have been coached by your dad at Trinity and by your brother at UofL. What is different about coaching with Jeff ? It’s not a whole lot different. Playing for my brother, we had a lot of conversations about scheme, about how you go about your business, and it’s really kind of the same thing. I already know the way he thinks – we think kind of alike. It’s very familiar for me to jump in and be able to coach with somebody I played for, I grew up with, grew up learning from. Most of the time, I kind of already know what he’s going to say before he tells it to me.

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Other than your brother, what other coaches made the biggest impact on you and influenced the way you coach?

I played for a lot of coaches who have made an impact. Obviously, Coach Petrino has had a huge impact on me. [He’s] a great coach, great schemer, great play caller and a very good preparer. If you take something from him, it’s the attention to detail, the preparation, all the little things that go into making your team a good team. You’ve got to focus on every little detail. I got to play for Mike McCarthy in Green Bay, another good coach. I got to play for Chan Gailey in Buffalo. I played for Jim Fassel when I went to the United Football League and played in Las Vegas. He’s a coach who has been to a Super Bowl. He actually coached the quarterbacks and was in the quarterback meeting room every day, so I got firsthand knowledge about the way he thinks, the way he goes about his business. Western Kentucky won 12 games last year and people are paying attention. Is there pressure to meet those raised expectations? Expectations are high, and I think that’s the way we like it. We went 12-2 last year and won the Miami Beach Bowl, had some big wins against some Power Five teams, and we want to keep that going. I think the players like that; it’s fun. It’s a fun atmosphere to be a part of, and we’re really just looking forward to keeping that momentum going. Our guys have been working hard. They’re not resting on their laurels. They have been trying to get better. We’ve just got to keep pushing them to make sure they keep getting better. You played in some tense environments at Miami and Rutgers. What are you going to tell whoever wins the quarterback battle about the atmosphere he will face on September 10 at Alabama? We want a quarterback who is playing for that environment. They want to be in that situation. We want somebody who will relish that and will love it. The big time players, they want to play in big time games and big time atmospheres. You can’t get any bigger than playing at Alabama. Week two, everyone should be fired up, ready to go with a chip on their shoulder and ready to prove something to everybody out there who’s watching. VT PHOTO BY GARY JONES

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Moir Inducted into Kentucky High School Basketball Hall of Fame

hen you’ve racked up over 500 wins and three consecutive state titles and have coached for a quarter of a century, it’s only befitting that you get inducted into the Kentucky High School Basketball Hall of Fame. Coach Donna Moir at Sacred Heart Academy, whose accolades continue to pile up, was one of 17 honorees.

point guard for Sacred Heart’s program during its trio of state titles and then went on to play at the University of Kentucky.

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“It was really a special night,” affirms Coach Moir. “They did an awesome job with the induction to be in there with so many great basketball players that affected high school basketball for 100 years. It was really special to be recognized.”

“To get inducted with one of your players was special because it made you relive a lot of memories that you had together. And just the evolution of girls’ basketball throughout the 100 years was kind of neat to see. Everyone treated you so well, and they did a great job in making you feel special.”

Moir comes from an athletic family – her father played football and baseball at St. X before going on to play at UofL, and her

“If I’ve made a change, I am really proud of it,” she says of her time as a coach. “I am just proud of the girls and the coaches who coach with me and that I had the opportunity to coach being a part of a great school like Sacred Heart. Their history with basketball was already good before I got here with all the players who came through before me. So I am just glad that I had a little part in that.”

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But if you associate the word “legendary” with Moir, she will reply in a humble tone saying, “That is kind of one of those words reserved for Pat Summit. I don’t think of it that way; I just think of it as approaching each day and each new team that I have and just trying to do the best job I can. I guess one day when I stop doing what I am doing, I can reflect over all the accomplishments, but you just kind of look to the next one – what you’re going to do next – and that is how I have always done things.” In such an honorable recognition, Moir has always tried to exemplify a sincere commitment to her players and program. “I just hope that people know that I really care about them,” she emphasizes. “That is a big thing about coaching girls. You can push them and push them, but I hope they know you really care about them. I think I have a pretty good relationship with some of my former players and former athletes here at Sacred Heart, and I want them to always know that I am here for them.”

In her 26 seasons coaching at Sacred Heart, Moir has recorded a 562-234 record with three consecutive state titles from 2002 to 2004, and in 1976, she won the state title with the Valkyries as a player.

What made this induction very special to Moir was her chance to be honored with her former player Carly Ormerod. Carly played

mother played sports at Mercy – so her immediate family has served as her inspirational foundation. As she grew older, those who coached her as a player and the coaches she’s worked with at Sacred Heart have continued to play a key role in Moir being the person and coach she is today.

Her love for the game and kids has been what’s kept Moir coaching each season and what is driving her to return for year 27. The excitement and challenges precipitated by starting a new season gives her the motivation to continue to make history. But she’s already done so and will undoubtedly keep it up. For there’s no one like Coach Donna Moir – Hall of Fame inductee committed to leadership and service. VT

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Anne Adair, Kyle Blakely and Heather Kelley.

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Presented by the Frazier History Museum, this epicurean evening showcased local farms and chefs while inviting an exclusive look at Louisville’s restaurant scene through Nancy Miller’s newest book, “Secrets of Louisville Chefs Cookbook, Volume IV.” Guests also enjoyed a tour of the Peerless Distillery located next to the Museum along with dishes rooted in the Bluegrass.

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Boutique Blowout & Bash Just add food trucks and wine to a designer sale that boasts 80 percent off of the latest trends from the city’s hottest shops and you get the Boutique Blowout and Bash, a one-day shopping extravaganza held at The Pointe. Shoppers were also encouraged to bring new toiletry items to donate to the Freedom House Women’s Addiction and Recovery Program. Natalie Goldstein, Michelle Tasman, Courtney Buchignani, Emily Hughes and Raquel Koff.

Heather Pollard Rockwell, Megan McCall and Jillian Clark. Ashton Bissmeyer and Laura Morris.

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Holly Sadowski and Brandi Hitzelberger.

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Chelsea Riggle and Katelyn Malloy.

David and Beth Mack.

Michael Sugar, Maggie Ballard and Aaron Searcy.

Jeanique Mitchell and Kenneth Butler.

eyedia co-owners Misha Meinhold and Connie Roitman.

Bob and Megan McClelland with Rainey Hettinger.

Community Integration Coordinator Kate Brackett, Christina Abney, Brandi Ratterman and Gloria Ising.

Joy, Eric and Kelli Williams.

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With the goal of supplying 250 children at Family Scholar House with school supplies for the upcoming year, the exchange method was a simple one: Guests brought the school supplies and Apocalypse Brew Works and Flanaganâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ale House supplied the beer, brats and entertainment at the new eyedia space at 926 Baxter Ave.

Mary Anne, John, John and Jeannine Mohler.

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Blues, Brews & BBQ Festival Always one of the hottest events in town in more ways than one, the Four Roses Bourbon Louisville Blues, Brew & BBQ Festival offered smokin’ hot music, food and drink at the historic Louisville Water Tower Park July 22-24. The aroma of the pit barbecue smoke was the ideal counterpart to the haze of New Orleans and Memphis-style blues that infused the steamy summer weekend.

Andrea Smith and Mack Edward with David and Rylan Breen.

Nona and Bob Schweitzer.

Ajia Long and Chris Fletcher.

Mke and Zach Higgs.

Michelle Winters, Marty Micka and Betty Ulrich.

Vinnie and Chelsey McCullough.

Trevor Knight, Jenifer Shirley, Daniel Lewis and Allie Goldstein.

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Vicki and Anthony Winker.

Rick Saltzman and Sharon Franklin.

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Some of the best superheros only come out at night, and that was indeed the case for the July 23 Hosparus Lunar 5K, where a registration at Papa Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cardinal Stadium kicked off a costume contest and a competitive run. These caped crusaders came together to support the work of Hosparus and the 6,200 patients and families they serve in Kentucky and Southern Indiana.

Laura Coleman, Sabrina Crafton, Jessica Clan and Melissa Swigart.

Erin Bramblett, Jessie Archer and Jody Perry.

Brandy Snider, Mark Sherrard and Stacey Barnett.

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Bard-A-Thon A much better option than binge-watching Netflix from your couch, those who missed this summer’s season of Kentucky Shakespeare were able to catch all three plays in one evening at Central Park. Closing performances of “The Winter’s Tale” and “Two Gentlemen of Verona” provided comic relief before the night was capped with the tragedy of “Romeo and Juliet.”

Katelyn Judd, Arabella Panlovich, Alvis King, Brandon Burk and Kentucky Shakespeare Producing Artistic Director Matt Wallace.

Tanice Hughes, Nicole Wheeler and Jennifer Stock.

Stephanie, Seth, James and Lucas Carrico.

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Pam and Gary Likert.

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Loyal fans of the epic space opera seemed to overwhelmingly agree that “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” was a satisfying continuation of the original trilogy. Enthusiasts had the opportunity to enjoy the galactic saga again under the stars in a free event sponsored by Louisville Metro Council members at Iroquois Amphitheater.

Paul and Amanda Krimm with Jeff Schabel.

Gary Copeland and Lisa Puccetti.

Kime Le and Phillip Mallory.

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Michael and Julia Kimbro.

Brandon, Miranda, Maggie and Jon Coole.

Robert Miller and McKenzie Young.

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Chris Shoemaker and Emily Roach.

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Louisville Boat Club Swim Banquet The Louisville Boat Club swimmers were honored at the Swim Awards Banquet held on July 20 at the close of the annual city country club competition.

Henry and Peter White, Matthew Heustis and Ward McGill.

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Lydia Morgan, Sophie Hooker and Lindsay Reale.

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Caroline McAdams.

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A Smashing Summer Read

and Jim Morrissey Advanced Theray and Jim Morrissey apy Center, which was built in 2000. held a fascinating and Jim’s “story” is about his relationfun party at the 1400 ship with Antonio Centroni (Tony), Willow at Cherokee Park last a native of Cerignola, Italy. Tony Saturday evening. The occawas 10 when they met at a goat sion was the celebration of farm 72 years ago. It had been Partyline Jim’s newest book, “Tony, Me converted into the 15th Air Force & Our War.” It was written at CARLA SUE 824th Bomb Squadron 484th Bomb Group home base at Torretta Airthe repeated insistence of son BROECKER field, seven miles south of Cerignol, Paddy and daughters Cathy, before the D-Day invasion. Tony’s Sharon and Shannon. “You owe it to us father was a stone mason who built huts for the to tell your story!” officers. Enlisted men lived in tents, which Jim Jim was born in a blizzard in 1923 in Grafton, Nebraska and graduated from the University of Missouri with a B.J. and A.B. 1949. He married and had Cathy, Paddy, Sharon and Shannon before eventually divorcing. He worked as a newspaper reporter/feature writer at the Springfield News-Leader and at The Courier-Journal and Louisville Times from 1949 until 1969. After his divorce, he married “darling Katherine Mary, who makes all things merry and worthwhile.” They developed Weight Watchers of Kentucky and Southern Indiana, and Jim became a part owner of Louisville Redbirds/Bats. The Home of the Innocents became their special charity with the Kay

describes as having loose sides to make it easy to flop out of bed into the slit trenches when air raid sirens went off.

Jim became Tony’s babysitter. Tony was eager to learn, as was Jim. One would point to something and the other would give the name for it in the appropriate language. They became friends and taught each other their language. One day, the mess sergeant, a poker-playing buddy, gave Jim a dinner treasure to give to Tony’s mother. It was a 20-pound tin of Spam (Army for “Ham in a Can”), flour, sugar, salt and pepper. The next Sunday, she produced a feast for the whole family, her parents and Jim. He has been a lover of Italian food ever since.

Tony loved Jim, and when he didn’t find him, he would be afraid for his friend. After an early morning mission attacking munition factories in Blechhammer, Germany, Jim got home to find Tony sitting on his bed in tears. When he saw Jim, he leapt into his arms, and “the hug he gave me was a forever definition of love.” Most of us were too young to remember the war. Jim’s bomb group of four squadrons in his first combat year lost 1,950 planes and 19,500 men. Each plane carried a crew of 10 with six GIs and four officers. All of that was in just the first four pages of the book! I would have read it straight through had I not had to write this column and meet a deadline. I can’t wait to get back to it. I urge you to read it. It is an extremely well-written, interesting and fascinating read that goes fast. Jim’s generational family was in town for the party plus many, many friends and neighbors including H.J. Redmon, Susan Rostov, Peggy Mudd Rudd, Jim and Sara McDowell, Marie and Ronnie Abrams, Ann and Nate Zimmerman, Pat and Danny Thomas, Carol and Mickey Heideman, Carolyn VonderHaar and Ron Smith, Beverly and Al Times, Fritz Hilton, Barry Queenan, Ann and Nate Zimmerman, Ann and Mike Pollio, Linda and Jerry Grasch, Carol Bayer and Jonathan Wolf. VT

Book launching hosts Kay and Jim Morrisey. Herbert “H. J.” Redmon with Kay Morrisey’s daughters Janis Weintraub and Sally Weider at the Morrisey party. Lisa and Paddy Morrissey, Jim Morrissey’s son who laid out and designed the new book.

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Marie and Ronnie Abrams with Ed and Mary F. Glasscock at the Morrissey party.

Shelly and Anita Weber at the Morrissey Party.

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EAR ABBY: I am a single mother of two biracial daughters ages 2 and 4. They fill my life with joy and I am thankful to be their mother. My problem is, I haven’t been able to face my family members since the birth of my second child.

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My family has strong Christian roots, and I know they were disappointed when they heard about another unplanned pregnancy. This isn’t the first time I have disappointed them. I smoked a lot of marijuana as a teen and young adult. I straightened my life out during my late 20s. I miss my family very much, and I also feel my children are missing out by not knowing them. My parents passed away many years ago. My children’s father was beaten to death days before my youngest daughter was born. My aunts and uncles are all I have left, and it breaks my heart to think we have lost them too. How should I handle this without getting my heart broken? – MISSISSIPPI MOMMY DEAR MOMMY: Did these aunts and uncles have children, or are they childless? If you have cousins, consider reaching out to them first because their views may be less conservative than their parents’. If your family’s Christian roots are as strong as you say they are, they should be both welcoming and forgiving, and embrace your children in their loving family circle. However, if they are not, then it would be better for your little girls if they were not exposed to them. I have advised in the past that sometimes people have to live their own lives and create their own families. If your relatives are rejecting, that is what you will have to do, not only for your daughters’ sake but also for your own. ••• DEAR ABBY: I have been getting together with a group of ladies for many years now. Husbands and boyfriends are welcome but rarely come. We enjoy meeting at each other’s houses and at restaurants every few months.

We are having a problem with one member, “Gail,” who is envious of “Rose,” a still-beautiful former model. Gail has been making remarks that Rose “must have had work done” on her face to be able to retain her looks for so long. (I think it is a combination of good genes, sunscreen and incredible bone structure.)

What Rose has or hasn’t done is none of Gail’s business. Rose is aware of Gail’s jealousy, and it puts a damper on our good times and our caring attitudes toward each other. We wish Gail would drop out. Her remarks need to stop. Have you any ideas on how we can deal with this problem? – CLUB MEMBER IN THE SOUTHWEST DEAR CLUB MEMBER: I sure do. The person closest to Gail needs to tell her, privately, that the catty comments make everyone uncomfortable, and if she doesn’t stop, she will no longer be welcome in the group. ••• DEAR ABBY: I am a large, overweight woman. I have been in the process of losing weight for more than five years. I got married three years ago to an amazing guy. He’s the sweetest man I have ever met. Something he said recently really bothers me. He said he thinks I’m fat. While I know I’m fat – and admit it out loud – I never thought it was appropriate for your significant other to say it to you. I am at a loss as to what to do because he is right, but it hurts my feelings that he not only thinks it but says it. I have tried talking to him about how it makes me feel, but he just shrugs his shoulders. He sees nothing wrong with calling me fat. What do you think? – BIG GIRL IN CHAMPAIGN, ILL. DEAR BIG GIRL: If you call yourself fat, then it’s possible your husband didn’t think his doing so would hurt your feelings. Straighten him out. And when you do, tell him what other terms you would prefer he use (i.e., “big and beautiful,” “bountiful and bodacious,” etc.). Point out that whether it is a large or small amount, getting weight off is difficult. Also,

it’s not unusual for people who are hurting to eat more in order to compensate. He married you when you were heavier, so he should be aware not only that you’re making progress but also that you need his support. ••• DEAR ABBY: I’m 30 and have lived with my boyfriend, “Shane,” for two years. We spend lots of time together, our families socialize and we have a good relationship. My problem is Shane’s use of social media. He takes a lot of pictures and posts them online while we’re together, but I am never in them and he never mentions that I’m there. Example: We took trips to Las Vegas, New York and Jamaica. He posted dozens of pictures of himself, but none of us together. When we go to nice restaurants, he shoots pictures of the food and solo selfies, but never mentions that I’m there too. He has female friends I have never met who comment on all his fabulous adventures. It appears to me that Shane has created an online image as an exciting, jet-setting single guy. But when I say that, he tells me I am being “immature.” I am considering ending the relationship because of this. What do you think? – OUT OF THE PICTURE DEAR OUT OF THE PICTURE: When a couple has been living together for two years and spends the majority of their time together, their friends usually know they are involved. That Shane has cultivated an image of himself online as fancy-free seems strange to me too. It may be that he is self-centered or that he’s not as committed to your relationship as you would like him to be. When you tell a person something bothers you and that person not only doesn’t do something about it but blames you, it’s a red flag. But if everything else in the relationship is as fine as you say, it doesn’t have to be a deal-breaker. I assume you have a social media presence of your own. I suggest that you fill it with lots of pictures of Shane, the two of you together and the places you’re going together. ••• Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips. Contact Dear Abby at DearAbby.com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069. V O I C E -T R I B U N E . C O M • J U LY 2 8 , 2 0 1 6

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or Jim Hines, what started out as a job in the receiving department of a local clothing store turned into a lifelong passion and career.

his client base, serving numerous loyal customers throughout the years and often working with several generations of the same family.

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Though one might think 50 years in the same job would grow tiresome, Hines says he still enjoys working in fashion after all this time.

On August 10, 2016, Jim Hines will celebrate his 50th year at MARIAH “Our world makes me feel Rodes. Over the last five decades, KLINE alive,” he relates. “It’s an ever Hines has revolutionized the store, starting its trunk shows, customer apprecia- changing world, and every day has a differtion day and ladies department. He has ent purpose. My clients are excellent, and I worked with clients from all walks of life and still enjoy assisting them.” enjoyed every day of his career. Part of what has kept his clients coming After graduating from high school, Hines back for so long is Hines’ precision and attenserved in the U.S. Army for three years. tion to detail. Knowing that presentation is When he returned home in 1966, he moved key, Hines spends a great deal of time examto Louisville and planned to work for the ining how an outfit is pressed and kept on the railroad company, but after a physical exam, hanger before presenting it to a client. he was informed that he had a bad back and Being in the fashion business for 50 years, would not be hired. Turning to the unem- Hines has seen countless trends come and ployment office, Jim found out about a job go, but some of his favorites include douin the receiving department at Rodes and ble-breasted suits and leisure suits from the was hired right away. 1980s. His favorite trend at the moment is

Our world makes me feel alive. It’s an ever changing world, and every day has a different purpose. My clients are excellent, and I still enjoy assisting them. After making a great impression on owner Jack Rodes, who would eventually become Hines’ mentor, Hines became the first African-American sales associate in the history of the store. This was a controversial decision for Rodes to make at the time given the social climate in the 1960s. However, the company saw great potential and an exceptional work ethic in Hines and believed from the time he was hired that he would make an outstanding salesperson. And Hines didn’t stop progressing after he joined the sales staff. He took several business classes at both Sullivan University and the University of Louisville and has attended countless seminars on the field in order to advance his knowledge of sales. Treating selling as an art form helped Hines grow

narrow bottom trousers. While we live in a world of style that is increasingly more casual, Hines still believes in the power of formal dress. “Every guy should have that perfect suit and a tuxedo that’s current,” he explains. “You should also have balance, meaning that the outfit as a whole is current. Buying complete looks shows well in the workplace.” Hines’ knowledge and particularly his attention to detail made him the top salesperson at the store for over 30 years and continues to make an impression today. As for what he has learned in fashion and in life in the last 50 years, Hines has this advice to offer: “Keep your word, always follow up, check the little details and remember that every day is precious!” VT

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On August 3, the Whisky Chicks and the Bourbon Brotherhood will be hosting the third annual bourbon mixer at The Gillespie. The event has benefited different charities in years past, and this year’s proceeds will go toward the Coalition of the Homeless. To get more information, we chatted with Whisky Chicks Founder Linda Ruffenach and Bourbon Brotherhood Founder Bruce Corwin. What is the third annual Bourbon Mixer? Both the Whisky Chicks and the Bourbon Brotherhood were founded independently in 2014. Part of the mission of both organizations was to give back to the community, so they decided to join forces to produce the first Bourbon Mixer. The inaugural event was held at the Evan Williams Bourbon Experience, had a little less than 100 attendees and raised close to $10,000 for the Coalition for the Homeless. It was agreed that the benefiting charitable organization would alternate each year, so last year’s benefiting nonprofit was Best Buddies Kentucky. We added 10 additional participating distilleries. Attendance increased to over 175 people and proceeds were close to $20,000. Now in our third year, the event has moved to a bigger venue at The Gillespie, where we hope to host a sellout crowd of 250. There are 14 different distilleries participating, representing over 20 different bourbons. Proceeds from this year’s event will again go to the Coalition for the Homeless. What can participants expect at the event?

What difference have you seen this event make in the lives of its beneficiaries? While work had already begun on ending homelessness for veterans in Louisville prior to the first Bourbon Mixer, the conversation took on new momentum and focus when Mayor Fischer came to the event and connected once again with the Coalition Executive Director Natalie Harris. Just a week later, they were meeting and bringing together additional resources to tackle this problem for our city. “It’s from wonderful partners, such as the Whisky Chicks and the Bourbon Brotherhood, and the fundraisers they host that we were able to house all of the identified homeless veterans in the city through the Rx: Housing Veterans initiative,” says Harris. After our event with Best Buddies Kentucky, the funds raised were used to help expand programs for children with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) in middle schools and high schools throughout the Louisville area. Many of these children are isolated from other children and have no way to establish friendships and enjoy the everyday things that other kids take for granted. Best Buddies creates friendship match-

Bourbon lovers and bourbon novices are invited to partake in Kentucky’s native spirit through sample tastings and cocktails specially created for the evening by those who know the spirit best – our sponsoring distilleries. Guests can mix and mingle with master distillers and bourbon celebrities. We have 14 different producers joining us this year. They are bringing with them samples of some of their best spirits along with fun treats like bourbon popsicles and root beer floats. Attendees will have the opportunity to bid on a wide variety of silent auction items, including one-of-a-kind bourbon experiences and rare bottles of whisky. The event will include live music from local favorite Tanita Gaines, upscale Southern cuisine and delectable desserts, and for those non bourbon drinkers, beer and wine will be served. J U LY 2 8 , 2 0 1 6 • V O I C E -T R I B U N E . C O M

es between kids with IDD and their non-disabled peers and truly changes the lives of these children. Emily Cleveland, state director for Best Buddies says, “We found ourselves in a situation where we had a waiting list of schools wanting programs for kids with IDD, but we lacked funding to establish and support those programs. The funds raised through the Bourbon Mixer were fundamental in meeting those needs.” How do you hope the event changes in years to come? We hope support for the event continues to grow and draws the attention of bigger sponsors so that we can continue to raise awareness and provide additional funds for two well-deserving organizations. We would love for word to continue to spread outside of Kentucky and bring bourbon lovers from all over. Is it too late to get tickets? Tickets are limited, but there are still a few remaining. Tickets can be purchased for $125 each online at bourbonmixer.com. VT

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descent, but he also spent a lot of time ang Kee Noodle, a beloved in Asia, specifically in Taipei, and travLouisville Asian stir-fry eled a lot throughout China.” eatery, first opened in Together, Huckestein and Castro 2003 with its first location at developed the menu and the recipes Oxmoor Center. “At the time, the from scratch, modeling their concept best real estate available was at from the noodles houses they saw on Tastes the mall. Everyone went there, their respective travels. Slowly, they tailored their vision to also include what a so we got exposure to the whole BEN more local palate might expect or want, market,” relates Dan Huckestein, GIERHART but they’ve never sacrificed authenticity. operating partner at Yang Kee “We use very authentic, ethnic ingreNoodle. Having traveled to more dients,” affirms Huckestein. “We have our gochucosmopolitan areas like Chicago and cities jang, which is an authentic Korean red bean and in New York and California, Huckestein chili paste, and there are other things that are a had the benefit of experiencing what some fusion of things across Asia. ‘Ancient flavors, fresh of the best noodle shops in the country ideas.’ That’s our slogan and we try to stay true to were doing: “These noodle houses were that. A lot of these flavors are rooted in the way they’ve been doing things for thousands of years. based on what you see throughout Asia, We try to present them in an authentic way. We’ve and I thought that we don’t have anything never Americanized the flavor.” like this in Louisville. When we opened at And that flavor does not disappoint. When I visOxmoor, we were probably a little ahead of ited the new Highlands location, I had the opporthe curve, but I just said, ‘Let’s make our tunity to sample and savor several items such as own concept and combine the best ideas lettuce wraps with ground seasoned chicken and coconut, lime and ginger seasoning; spring rolls of from all these different cities.’”

With an incipient idea firmly in place, Huckestein traveled to Asia – to places like Thailand and Vietnam – in order to get a feel for the authentic cuisine he wanted to bring to Louisville. When he returned, he knew there was only one person who could capture that taste. “I got Chef Castro from Sullivan. He’s a professor there; he’s been a professor for about 25 years. He is, of course, Filipino by J U LY 2 8 , 2 0 1 6 • V O I C E -T R I B U N E . C O M

pork and veggie varieties; traditional crab rangoon; chicken and pork potstickers; Highland Green Curry, a spicy curry dish with Thai burnt chili, kaffir lime leaves and galangal; the Farmer’s Bowl with oolong noodles and a golden ginger sauce; spicy Thai basil beef, a dish with rice noodles, chili oyster sauce, fresh Thai basil, tomatoes, onions and bean sprouts; and Chop Chop noodles, a Yang Kee Noodle staple that features chicken, shrimp, napa cabbage, mushrooms, bell peppers and snow peas.

It was nearly overwhelming to taste so many exotic dishes at once, but it was impossible to dismiss the quality. Everything tasted fresh, and while nothing came across as completely foreign to my palate, I still felt like I had never eaten anything quite like these dishes before. If anything, it made me more adventurous, which is something that Huckestein counts on. “Some of these things, like spicy Thai basil or Green Curry, are very bold flavors and can be a little intimidating to someone who isn’t an aficionado of this kind of food,” he asserts. “We have some basic things to bring people in to try us for the first time, and they sort of graduate to the next level with these bolder flavors. A lot of the regulars go on to the third tier where they make their own stir-frys.” For over a decade, Yang Kee Noodle was delivering polished excellence just at their original Oxmoor Center location. They opened in Middletown last year and most recently in The Highlands, but Huckestein says that his priority will always be delivering authentic pan-Asian cuisine that is of quality and can fit in the budget of the average consumer: “Right now, we want to keep doing what we’re doing: being consistent across all three stores, developing new ideas, making sure our menu never gets tired and staying ahead of the curve.” With spot-on taste and value like this, a menu that can fit any dietary restrictions and nearly unparalleled poise, Yang Kee Noodle’s newest location more than fulfills that mission. VT Yang Kee Noodle’s new Highlands location is situated at 1004 Bardstown Road. They are open 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-midnight Friday-Saturday and 11 a.m.10 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, visit yangkeenoodle.com or call 502.791.9600.

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151 original creatures with even more. f you’ve been out and about And then, in July of this year, develat all in recent weeks, you’ve oper Niantic in conjunction with The undoubtedly noticed hordes Pokémon Company released Pokémon of people walking around, eyes Go for iOS and Android devices, revoglued to their phones, clearly on lutionizing the franchise. the hunt for something. While The premise is simple: just as in the Out & About some of them may be on FaceGame Boy games, users aim to search the world for rare and exotic Pokémon, book or Instagram, many are likeREMY which are at the most basic level fanly deep in the thralls of Pokémon SISK ciful insects and animals, and strive to @LouisvillesRemy Go, the latest iteration of the popcollect all of them while ascending in ular Pokémon video game series. rank to become leaders of area gyms. Unlike past games, however, this new app, But this time, the world is the real world. which is free for smartphones, encourages Using GPS, users actually track Pokémon in the users to actually search the world around world around them; this can’t be played solely from them for the creatures, which range from the couch – players have to actually get up, get out and hunt for the Pokémon using the “nearby” feathe adorable to the intimidating. ture to see what’s where and how far away.

Pokémon Go follows a long history of the Pokémon franchise, which began in 1996 with the release of the original games for Game Boy as well as the coveted trading cards. I’ll admit I was an unabashed fan in my boyhood, and my mother can affirm that I was ceaselessly entranced with the world of Pokémon with my Game Boy constantly in my pocket, the VHS tapes of the television show regularly scattered around the house, and my binder always in need of new pages to keep up with the cards I was collecting. After a few years doing all I could to collect all 151 Pokémon in card form as well as in digital form on Red, Yellow and Blue Versions, I fell out of touch with this fictional universe, but the franchise kept going, expanding on the

Though I used to bow at the temple of Pokémon, I haven’t visited with the franchise since 2000 or so, and consequently, I wasn’t much interested in the new game. However, after giving into some peer pressure, I downloaded it, and I haven’t looked back since. While most of my friends are interested in battling their Pokémon at the gyms, which are located throughout the city, I’m more concerned, currently, with simply catching and collecting. With over 150 to find, it’s a time-consuming endeavor and one I’m striving to balance with other aspects of my life. It’s hard not to open the app every time I’m somewhere new or somewhere I don’t go every day. And the temptation of using it while driving is exceedingly dangerous. But when played at the appropriate times, it’s a whole lot of fun.

Though the more common Pokémon such as Pidgeys and Rattatas can be found pretty much anywhere, there are certain places in town where you can find some of the rarest and most sought-after. The Jeffersonville RiverStage is widely known to be one of the havens of Pokémon-catching with the less common Clefairy, Magnemite and Machop making regular appearances. Hitmonchan can often be found in Cherokee Park. Lickitung has been seen on Dixie Highway. If certain Pokémon aren’t where you want them, you can always turn on a lure module, which attracts Pokémon of all types to your location for 30 minutes. When you inevitably run out of Pokéballs, visiting a nearby Pokéstop, spaced more frequently across town than gyms, is a must to acquire more items. Yes, the game is as simple and – in all honesty – as nerdy as it sounds. But it’s also as fun as it sounds. It is absolutely unreal to be walking around The Highlands getting closer and closer to a Starmie and then look across the street and see a group of people doing the exact same thing. Recently, a video of a horde of New Yorkers storming Central Park to capture a wild Vaporeon went viral partially because of the general craze but also because of the sheer unity wrought by the game. Pokémon Go is bringing people together. People of all ages, races, genders, socioeconomic statuses and more are coming together to build their collections and gain experience points in new and exciting ways every day. Yes, this is another distraction on our phones, but it’s also a wildly innovative game that is getting gamers and non-gamers alike together and outside, enjoying each other and the world around them in the hunt to catch them all. VT V O I C E -T R I B U N E . C O M • J U LY 2 8 , 2 0 1 6

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and turned to the next matter. “The t certainly is a matter of house was angled so that every time opinion, but summer can it rained, the water went toward the surprisingly be one of the house,” he reveals. “I advised them best times to enjoy a garden. that this would cause the wood in their Most of the colors of spring house to rot. They asked me if I could are still intact, and the height fix it, and I said, ‘Yes, I think I can.’” Homes of allergy season has passed. Essentially, Korfhage created an The heat offers its challengirrigation system. Utilizing a variety BEN of methods, he redirected the water es to be sure, but there are GIERHART flow away from the house to a long ways to circumvent that. One thin bed of rocks that serves to direct of The Voice-Tribune’s favorthat water through the backyard and to the rest ite designers, John Korfhage of Korfof the garden. From there, he planted pachysanhage Landscape & Design irrefutably dra, a water-loving evergreen, to serve as another has the expertise to discuss this topic in layer of defense against water for the house and depth, but we thought it best to show- as a sort of base for the colorful flowers he would case one of his most recent projects and soon add: “I like having some interesting perengive you the opportunity to glean some nials mixed in to give sort of a summer look. So I put in coreopsis that’s blooming yellow. The big of his tips and tricks. The garden at this Anchorage home was no sore sight to begin with, but like any property, it suffered from a few issues that set it back. One of the biggest was that a pipe from the house emptied into a ditch underneath the driveway. “The problem was that there was no wall to separate the driveway from the ditch, so if you’re backing out of the driveway just the right way, you’re all of the sudden in that ditch,” says Korfhage. Korfhage soon built a wall to solve this issue PHOTOS COURTESY OF JOHN KORFHAGE

leaves are called ligularia, and they’ll have a yellow bloom on them. There’s two different kinds of water iris down in the gravel. I have lavender and pink azaleas, and I also added orange coneflower, which is a rather recent development in the horticultural world.” When Korfhage works in a garden, he describes it as painting with plants, and just like any artist, he enjoys utilizing colors to their fullest extent, even if that means keeping his ear to the ground on new ones: “I use several kinds of hydrangeas. It’s a little more compact and has a nice pink

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While this year’s series will be lfred Hitchcock is the focusing on Hitchcock’s post-1940s undisputed master of work, the Hitchcock oeuvre spans suspense. Seemingfrom the era of silent films to as late ly for time immemorial, his as the 1970s. In that time, he not only saw film make massive evoluwork has set the bar for qualtionary leaps but he helped innovate ity and innovative filmmakArts & them. “I think Hitchcock is a marvel ing. “Psycho.” “Vertigo.” “Rear Entertainment to anyone who loves film,” Kramer Window.” These are all titles asserts. “If you study film, you love BEN him because he pioneered new techthat even the most casual film niques in every aspect of his craft. As GIERHART buff has heard, and for a brief a movie fan, you are drawn into the time, you can still enjoy some action and suspense, and as Alfred of Hitchcock’s best works at The Louis- Hitchcock once said, ‘They like to put their toe in the cold water of fear.’” ville Palace’s Classic Movie Series. “This is our 15th year hosting the Classic Movie Series,” says Mallory Kramer, marketing coordinator for The Louisville Palace and Mercury Ballroom. “Hitchcock is by far our most popular series, but we have also featured themes like musicals, film noir, monsters, starring James Stewart, the best of Abbott & Costello and directors, which featured the best films from directors like Steven Spielberg and Orson Welles.”

Especially during the summer, that coolness is appreciated. Stepping inside The Palace is refreshing, and nearly any of his films will do the trick when it comes sending chills down your spine. But it’s for more than this reason that the series remains so popular. Films from Hitchcock have been previously featured in the series in 2005, 2010 and 2013. However, there is something about Hitchcock that never seems to go out of style, and showcasing that timeless quality in the beautiful

Louisville Palace – a venue that originally served as a movie theater around the time these films were first released – is a match made in cinematic heaven. “We start getting inquiries as soon as the first sign of summer hits, and fans just can’t wait to find out what the theme will be that year,” says Kramer before adding, “I think the series is so popular because it celebrates the memories you have when these films first debuted and helps build new memories with younger generations. Our audience can range from young couples using the series as a quirky date night to grandparents sharing their favorite films with grandchildren. But I think that the real magic of the series comes from the sensation of traveling back into time. You see, it also pays homage to the original design of The Louisville Palace as a movie theater. By featuring these classic films in such an ornate and majestic space, the experience is undeniably amplified.” There are only a few films left in the series, but the remaining titles are arguably some of Hitchcock’s most enduring works. The next evening will be Friday, July 29 and will feature “Vertigo,” a film that is often lauded as Hitchcock’s best. Equally iconic films “North by Northwest,” “Psycho” and “The Birds” will play on Saturday, July 30; Friday, August 5; and Saturday, August 6 respectively. While it may be too late to take advantage of The Palace’s tempting $42 series pass, each ticket for an individual showing is a mere $5. Make sure to pick your tickets up at the box office to avoid the $3 surcharge. Nearly every film aficionado has a favorite, and it turns out that Kramer and I claim the same: “It would absolutely be ‘Rear Window,’ and our fans would definitely agree as it is in the top three most-attended screenings.” While it’s a shame that that particular screening has already passed, you really can’t go wrong with any of his films. I’ll never forget the time I saw “Spellbound” on a whim during a previous Hitchcock-themed Series, and it remains one of my favorites to this day. If you’re unfamiliar with Hitchcock, you have all the more reason to take an inexpensive chance. Relax in the cool air, grab some popcorn and watch the master of suspense at work. VT The Louisville Palace is located at 625 S. Fourth St. To purchase tickets, visit the box office, call 502.583.4555 or go to louisvillepalace.com.

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have a movie with a plot that is tar Trek has now been not dependent on derivations of around for 50 years! famous Star Trek lore. It is its own When I was first reframing of the ’60s TV show. becoming a fan of the franFor me, the absence of director J.J. chise, it had a hit television Abrams, who has a talent for making anything seem rich and engagshow through “The Next Film ing regardless of how otherwise Generation” and a profitasinine it may be, left a few desired able movie series featurBENNETT qualities missing from this movie. ing the original cast. Today, DUCKWORTH Don’t get me wrong. Justin Lin’s there hasn’t been a Star bennettduckworth.blogspot.com Fast and Furious-style approach Trek show on the air in over a decade captures some sights I hadn’t seen in a Trek (though a new series is in devel- film before. There is a wonderful collecopment), and a reboot-style movie tion of shots in “Beyond” that capture the series featuring new actors playing Starship Enterprise from totally innovative the original crew living in an altered angles. There is also a Federation outpost in timeline has Trekkies on the fence the form of a space city that is an absolutely as to whether it’s smart enough to be gorgeous design to behold. Still, I didn’t feel quite as transported by worthy of the title. There is a trade-off to the third entry known as “Star Trek Beyond.” Finally, we

this Trek movie’s atmosphere (pun intended). The improvement in the screenwriting can be credited to Doug Jung and Simon Pegg, whose contributions to this film help to sell its jargon through some clever explanations and hilarious quips, but to describe the plot only reminds me of how many unwelcome movie clichés they indulge. After the crew of the Enterprise finds itself split up and fending for itself on an alien world, they discover an ally in a rogue warrior woman (Sophia Boutella) who may be their only chance against a mysterious warlord (Idris Elba) trying to attack the Federation with a secret weapon.

Having yet another vengeful antagonist after a McGuffin is nothing new. Star Trek has had its share of bad guys, but not all of them have been angry people with personal vendettas. Quite often, they’ve been something very alien with no concept of the threat they pose. It is here that I must hypocritically recommend another Trek movie about an angry super-villain: A recently released Blu-ray for “Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan” is a physical media must for anyone still collecting movies on disc. 2.5 OUT OF 4 WHOLE STARS

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carrying over most of the previously released extras. The excellent original packaging art designed by Mondo’s Tyler Stout was the selling point for me, aside from the movie’s status as the best in the series. For the uninitiated, you can ignore that Roman numeral. This is where you begin. The movie is a bit dated through some corny acting and cost-efficient production, but it must always be remembered that this 1982 movie saved Star Trek. The first film was interesting but had a serious lack of personality. “The Wrath of Khan” was a last-ditch effort to bring a new purpose to something that hadn’t been widely admired since the 1960s. And it excelled. To make a fair observation, series creator Gene Rodenberry didn’t approve of many characteristics, which made “The Wrath of Khan” so thrilling. He felt that the tone was too militaristic. I’m sure that he’s rolling in his grave given how unequivocally action-driven his creation has become. Chris Pine, Zoe Saldana, Zachary Quinto, Karl Urban and the usual players continue to have fun with their characters in the new movie, which rightfully pays its respects to Leonard Nimoy and the tragic passing of Anton Yelchin. While I’m not particularly amazed by “Star Trek Beyond,” it is taking the right steps to bringing back that old Star Trek feeling. It just has so many more steps to take. VT

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Friends, neighbors and travelers alike are all welcome to attend the 17th Annual Henry County Showcase on Saturday, July 30 starting at 7 a.m. The event goes until 4 p.m. and features a host of fun, family-friendly and free activities such as live music from the likes of the Henry County High School marching band, Eminence Singers, Appalatin and more; how-to demonstrations such as raising backyard chickens and making beeswax products; and storytime with the Henry County Public Library. Additionally, all food vendors will feature livestock products and other produce from Henry County. Come learn about the quality food products grown in this state and have some farm-to-fun! MORE INFO 502.845.2811

T H U R S DAY, J U LY 2 8 HIP HISTORY AT THE FRAZIER Headlined by Nashville singer-songwriter and hometown girl Heather Bond with Louisville artist Julius Friedman, the Frazier’s first Hip History Night at the Museum benefits the Neighborhood House. Guests are invited to “Step into History” while enjoying an evening for all ages of live music, arts, crafts and culture featuring sights, sounds and flavors from the Bluegrass State. The beer brainiacs behind Goodwood Brewing will be on hand teaching their tricks of the trade while guests sample some of their favorite varieties in the saloon of the “Spirits of the Bluegrass” exhibit. The Great Hall will feature bars and authentic Kentucky tastes while the music of Louisville’s piano-pop singer Heather Bond fills the air as she celebrates her newest album, “So Long.” The event lasts 5:30-9 p.m. and is $15 for adults, $10 for members and $5 for kids ages 5-17. Children under age 5 are free. MORE INFO fraziermuseum.org

S AT U R DAY, J U LY 3 0 “HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD” BOOK RELEASE PARTY Don’t miss the summer’s biggest magical event: the release party for “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” at the Louisville Free Public Library! Join in on Saturday, July 30 from 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. for a night of fun and magic. Come in costume and be swept into an evening of everything Harry Potter. Walk through the Diagon Alley exhibit in the Bernheim Gallery before discovering how to make your own potions with the Kentucky Science Center, create magical crafts with a bit of wand waving, J U LY 2 8 , 2 0 1 6 • V O I C E -T R I B U N E . C O M

enjoy magic performed by the Frazier History Museum and more. Then, as the clock strikes midnight, listen while an excerpt from “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” is read. Also at midnight, Barnes & Noble will sell copies of the book, and anyone who has reserved library copies will be able to check them out at that time. Everyone is invited to dress as their favorite character from the Harry Potter series! MORE INFO lfpl.org LOUISVILLE PRIDE WET AND WILD POOL PARTY Join the Louisville Pride Foundation as they announce the entertainment for the second Louisville Pride Festival, which will take place September 27. The Wet and Wild Pool Party, where you’ll be among the first to hear who will be playing at the festival, will take place on July 30, at Louisville Turners and promises to be an exciting kickoff to the festival. MORE INFO louisvillepride.com

S U N DAY, J U LY 3 1 VARANESE SUMMER NEIGHBORHOOD COOKOUT Varanese Restaurant, located at 2106 Frankfort Ave., will host a Summer Neighborhood Cookout on Sunday, July 31 from 3 to 6 p.m. To show support and love for their neighbors, the restaurant will offer a free gourmet hot dog prepared by Chef Erik Abraham to those who live in Crescent Hill and Clifton. Residents just need to show ID or a piece of mail with their name and a 40206 zip code to enjoy the free hot dog. All attendees will enjoy the Four Seasons Patio, half price draft beer, $7 brats and burgers and fun with their neighbors. MORE INFO 502.899.9904

T U E S DAY, AU G U S T 2 RAY LAMONTAGNE: THE OUROBOROS TOUR 2016 Perfect for the dwindling days of summer, folk rock artist Ray LaMontagne will play the Louisville Palace on August 2 at 7 p.m. LaMontagne will be touring “Ouroboros,” his most recent studio album, which was produced by and features My Morning Jacket frontman and Louisville native Jim James. Other songs from his storied career, including “Trouble,” “Jolene,” “Supernova” and “You Are the Best Thing” are all moments concert-goers may possibly look forward to; however, it’s assured that the grounded artist will certainly put on a great show, regardless of what he performs. MORE INFO raylamontagne.com/tour

W E D N E S DAY, AU G U S T 3 JFCS SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE On Wednesday, August 3, from 6 to 9 p.m., Jewish Family & Career Services will host an event for its “secret shoppers.” Admittance will be the stash of school supplies that you will be assigned to bring once you register for the event. While you’re at it, you will enjoy local bluegrass music, sip light refreshments and test your knowledge with a few rounds of trivia hosted by Louisville Trivia. This year, JFCS has experienced a 200 percent increase in the number of school-age children who need school supply support. You can help more than 100 kids have the best school year ever! Reserve your spot now and receive your Secret Shopper List! MORE INFO 502.452.6341

F R I DAY, AU G U S T 5 20TH ANNIVERSARY ART FOR THE ANIMALS The 20th Annual Art for the Animals benefit is an

BIG WISH GALA Make-A-Wish Kentucky invites you to a magical evening at The Seelbach Hilton Louisville to raise the funds needed to fulfill the wishes of local kids battling life-threatening medical conditions. This year’s Louisville BIG Wish Gala is presented by UAW/Ford & Independent Insurance Agents of Kentucky and promises to be the best year yet. The support of those in attendance will bring hope, strength and joy to local chronically ill children. Tickets are $150. MORE INFO oki.wish.org

S U N DAY, AU G U S T 7 TASTE OF FRANKFORT AVENUE The Clifton Center, located at 2117 Payne St., will host its largest fundraiser for the 24th year at the Taste of Frankfort Avenue on August 7 from 5 to 8 p.m. with newly revealed artwork by local artist Wil Sieg. Over two dozen restaurants are expected to provide tastings for the event. All proceeds from this annual event benefit the Clifton Center, a historic facility the serves as a gathering place and presents a variety of cultural and musical events in our community. Tickets are $45. MORE INFO cliftoncenter.org

T U E S DAY, AU G U S T 9 BRISTOL ROSÉ DINNER In honor of longer days and warmer nights, Bristol Bar & Grille will celebrate summer’s unofficial wine, rosé, with a four-course dinner and daily specials in August and September. Join Bristol’s resident Master Sommelier Scott Harper and certified sommelier Rickey Wethington on Tuesday, August 9 at Bristol downtown, 614 W. Main St., as they guide guests through the unique tasting notes of four of their favorite rosé selections paired with French-inspired dishes. The dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $60 per person, plus tax and gratuity. MORE INFO 502.582.1995

F R I DAY, AU G U S T 1 2 DAUGHTERS OF GREATNESS FEATURING JUDGE ANGELA MCCORMICK BISIG The Muhammad Ali Center is proud to host its Daughters of Greatness breakfast series installment on August 12 featuring speaker Judge Angela McCormick Bisig. The event will begin with a hot breakfast at 8:30 a.m., and the program will follow from 9 to 10 a.m. Throughout the year, the Daughters of Greatness breakfast series invites prominent women engaged in social philanthropy, activism and pursuits of justice to share their stories with the Louisville community. The Daughters of Greatness series provides a place for dialogue and discussion on current issues of justice, community engagement and social movements within the Louisville area and beyond. Tickets are $20 for Ali Center members, $25 for non-members and $15 for students with I.D.s. Tables of 10 are also available. MORE INFO alicenter.org

S AT U R DAY, AU G U S T 1 3 BOURBON MIXER Attendees of this year’s Bourbon Mixer, a fundraiser hosted by the Whisky Chicks and the Bourbon Brotherhood to benefit Coalition for the Homeless, will be among the first to taste BrownForman’s new Coopers’ Craft, the company’s first new bourbon brand in 20 years. Coopers’ Craft is a celebration of Brown-Forman’s more than 70 years of expertise raising its own barrels and uses a unique charcoal finishing process. The Third Annual Bourbon Mixer will be held at The Gillespie at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, August 13. In addition to sampling 20 different bourbons, guests can also enjoy bourbon cocktails and treats made especially for this event. The event will also feature upscale Southern cuisine, live music by local favorite Tanita Gaines, a silent auction with one-of-a-kind bourbon experiences and rare bottles of whiskey, and the opportunity to mingle with bourbon celebrities. Tickets are limited and can be purchased online for $125. All proceeds from this year’s event will benefit Rx: Housing Veterans, a Coalition for the Homeless program targeted specifically toward assisting Louisville’s homeless veterans. MORE INFO bourbonmixer.com

T H U R S DAY, AU G U S T 1 8 THE BACK PORCH SESSIONS Come out to the back parking lot of RYE at 900 E. Market St. on August 18 for the August edition

of the Back Porch Sessions. Food and drinks will start at 5 p.m. with music beginning at 7. Featured acts this time around include Quiet Hollers and New Bravado. Admission is free, and an after party at Galaxie, located just down the street, is set to follow once the music concludes around 11 p.m. MORE INFO backporchsessions.com

F R I DAY, AU G U S T 1 9 “LEGALLY BLONDE” PRESENTED BY ACTING AGAINST CANCER America’s favorite blonde is back! Based on the hit 2001 film starring Reese Witherspoon, “Legally Blonde” tells the story of Elle Woods, a California sorority queen whose boyfriend leaves her to go to Harvard Law School. Determined to prove her intelligence and win Warner back, Elle gets into Harvard as well, but what she ends up doing once she’s there proves to Warner – and everyone else who doubts her – that she’s more than just blonde. The show runs through August 27 in The Henry Clay Theatre, and tickets are $20 in advance. MORE INFO actingagainstcancer.com

S AT U R DAY, AU G U S T 2 0 ADULTS ONLY SUMMER CAMP The kids had fun all summer – now it’s our turn! Who says only children can go to summer camp? Bring your friends to the Jewish Community Center at 7 p.m. on August 20 and relive your younger years at the Adults Only Summer Camp! Play sharks and minnows in the open pool, sip on adult “spiked” bug juice, munch on hot dogs and sink your teeth into gooey s’mores around a bonfire! Tickets are $36 and include two drink tickets, food and activities. All proceeds will benefit the JCC’s camp scholarship program. MORE INFO jewishlouisville.org JILL’S WISH FIGHTER FUN RUN 5K The Jill’s Wish Fighter Fun Run 5K, presented by Anthem and named in honor of the Jill’s Wish Foundation co-founder and breast cancer fighter Jill Conley, will take place on Saturday, August 20 from 8 a.m. to noon. The timed run/walk will start at the Muhammad Ali Center, located at 144 N. Sixth St. in Louisville, wind through beautiful Waterfront Park and then end back at the Muhammad Ali Center. Walkers and strollers are welcome. Registration is open until August 16 at 11:59 p.m., and the fee to participate is $27.50. Race bibs can be picked up on Friday, August 19 from 4 to 7 p.m. at SpringHouse Apartment Community, 8400 Tapestry Circle. The special guest will be motivational speaker Chris Koch, the 37-yearold man from California born without arms or legs. MORE INFO jillswish.org V O I C E -T R I B U N E . C O M • J U LY 2 8 , 2 0 1 6

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to carry a ton of supplies, books and equipment. Backpacks should offer enough space and storage to accommodate these items in an easy, organized way. For example, there are some backpacks that have compartments that expand to provide up to seven inches of extra space, while special comfort straps distribute weight, allowing heavy loads to be carried with ease. Large main compartments on a backpack can be useful, providing easy access to everything inside the bag even when it is hanging in a locker, so students can just take the supplies out that they need. Other smart features are specialized compartments that can protect specific belongings and free up more space in the main compartment. For example, students can keep lunch and snacks cold using a backpack that features an insulated storage compartment. Some backpacks offer special protective pockets for laptops or tablets, and external cord ports for charging. Multi-functional, adaptable supplies are another plus. Consider picking up a notebook/binder hybrid that serves as a notebook but works like a binder. The durable plastic cover folds over to lie flat, but the rings open easily to add and remove paper and dividers. The rings are flexible but won’t break or misalign. There are often also interior pocket dividers that provide protection and storage for papers. MAKE IT YOUR OWN Your locker is home base – a place to recharge quickly between classes. That’s why it’s so important to personalize it and make it work for your organizational needs. To make the time spent at your locker more productive, look for tools that help you keep your space clutter-free in a style and color that suits you.

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let-friendly program ALEKS provides a personalized and adaptive learning experience for students based on their strengths and weaknesses. This groundbreaking technology is based on a deep understanding of how students learn and master new concepts. The program uses research-based adaptive learning technology to determine precisely what each student knows, doesn’t know and is most ready to learn in a given course. ALEKS interacts with students like a personal tutor, helping them study more effectively and efficiently by delivering the exact instruction they need when they need it. Programs like ALEKS are augmenting classroom learning and improving student success rates and test scores by providing the advantages of one-on-one instruction from virtually any webbased device. To learn more, visit aleks.com. MAKE MATH COME ALIVE Make the subject more interesting by introducing your child to mathematical concepts outside the context of a traditional classroom environment. Whether it’s a day spent at a children’s museum in the math-oriented exhibits or playing digital math games, there are plenty of opportunities to expand the notion of what math is for your child. Education is a passport to a brighter tomorrow. In the world of today and tomorrow, the importance of numeracy – the ability to understand, work with and communicate effectively with numbers – is essential. It’s never too early or too late to take an active role in getting your child on the path to math success.

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pets of the week Cassius is a 3-year-old sweet and loving pit bull terrier/greyhound mix. Cassius is deaf and needs to learn hand signals and gestures rather than words and sounds. Cassius can be a little bit shy at first. He loves to cuddle, run and play with his stuffed hedgehog. Cassius is neutered, micro-chipped, up to date on his vaccinations and ready to be the best companion to a loving family! Since he thrives in a home, Cassius is going to stay with his foster family until his forever person comes along. To meet him, email a dog adoption application found on kyhumane.org. The adoption application can be sent to foster@kyhumane.org. If you have any further questions, feel free to call 502.366.3355 extension 2260. Astrid is a 3-year-old calico mix with a big personality to match her big frame. She came to the Kentucky Humane Society as a stray and has since discovered the joys of indoor life. Astrid loves the gravy on wet food, getting a good workout with her laser and wand toys and lounging in her cat tower waiting for new visitors to give her cuddles. Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a polite, social girl who loves to greet people at the door, going up to them and meowing for attention. Astrid is spayed, micro-chipped and up to date on her vaccinations. Meet Astrid at our East Campus, 1000 Lyndon Lane.

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Celebrating 25 Years of Community Service

This year, Karl Truman is celebrating 25 years as a Personal Injury Lawyer in Kentuckiana. In addition to providing quality legal services in Kentucky and Indiana, Karl Truman has dedicated his personal time to community service, charitable giving, civic engagement and service on boards and committees of nonprofit organizations. As a lawyer and retired U.S. Army Officer, Karl Truman has an extraordinary ability to make a difference in the community in which we live. When you need help, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s good to know someone who cares about your community. We welcome the opportunity to answer your questions and solve your legal problems.

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