As Kentucky Derby Becomes a Bigger Business, Locals Feel Left Behind

2026-05-01 09:02 • ;Joe Drape
Locals say rising ticket prices and a late start time for the Oaks race on Friday are hurting residents and restaurants. “The only thing I see is greed,” one steakhouse owner said.
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