The rise, fall and return of the Black Derby
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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - The spirit of the Kentucky Derby rattles through the state and the TV screens of the millions who tune in every year. However, not everyone celebrates the roars and chants in the stands.
Some west Louisville neighbors remember feeling that love and excitement, but over the years said it’s changed.
Neal Robertson remembers what experiencing Derby felt like when he was a child.
Neal Robertson(WAVE 3 News)
“Engaging in harmony,” Roberston said. “For that one day and enjoy [our]selves. For that one day two minutes. Two minutes.”