The spring meet at Churchill Downs opens with a week of events and racing leading up to the Kentucky Derby.
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Crowds gathered Thursday to witness the historic occasion.
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Local traditions, music tributes and big crowds launch Derby festivities at Churchill Downs in Louisville.
It takes about 145 starfighter lilies all hand-sewn together.
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Kroger has crafted the garlands for the Kentucky Oaks and Derby winners since 1991.
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The public is invited to help sew the flowers into the Oaks and Derby garlands at the Kroger in Middletown.