Author: Helen McKinney

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Oldham Era recently ran a gallery of pictures showcasing the first-ever Day of the Dead celebration at the Oldham County History Center in La Grange. The Oldham Era November 6, 2023 With respect to loved ones that have passed, the...

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]There’s so much to be thankful for this November — including a full calendar of fun events taking place in Oldham County. From Champagne Night at Hermitage Farm/Barn8 Restaurant to Yuletide at Yew Dell Botanical Gardens, there is...

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]Taylor Swift Eras On-Screen Concert is playing on the big screen at the Sauerbeck Family Drive-In for a few more days in November:  November 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th from 7:30 - 11 pm. Adult Tickets, $19.89/Child Tickets, $13.13....

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Lane Report By Helen E. McKinney October 12, 2023 OLDHAM COUNTY, Ky. — If you ask Kim Hydes, “Oldham County Tourism serves as the county’s driveway and front porch. Our Tourism marketing efforts often result in the first time a visitor...

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]Oldham County is one of the best places to visit in the fall, or all year long! You'll find southern charm in each small town as well as a variety of things to do and see, from 15...

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]Horse trainer Greg Foley is a native Oldham Countian and has spent many days at Churchill Downs, having a career that has spanned nearly 40 years. Greg’s father, Dravo, trained for 48 years after starting out as a...

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Streicher Family recently opened Dean’s Ice Cream in Oldham County, a new addition to the variety of delicious dining options and Foodie Farm Tour experiences in Oldham County. It is located inside the former Goshen General Store...

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]Visit the only drive-in near Louisville, The Sauerbeck Family Drive-In, for a concert like no other, starting October 13th and running 4 weekends until November 5th for a total of 15 showings of Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour...

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]Just 20 minutes from Louisville, there are an endless amount of activities in Oldham County celebrating autumn including fall festivals, ghost tours and cook-offs. Make it a daytrip or weekend getaway to experience all the spooky, spine-tingling fun...

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]The TRF Sanctuary Farm at Chestnut Hall is one of 15 Farm Tours offered through Oldham County Tourism & Conventions. Take a tour and meet 10 retired thoroughbred racehorses who are living out their days in peace in the beauty...