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Kingsford' Charcoal And Major League Baseball Celebrate That Opening Day Is Back

For the first time in 50 years Opening Day will feature all 30 teams playing in 15 cities on one glorious day.
Rare 1960 Fender Stratocaster to Sell in Major Antique Auction

To rock musicians and fans, few instruments can match the appeal of the legendary Fender Stratocaster especially the 1960 model, which appeared just as the piano-and-sax based sugary pop and country of the 1950s was beginning to fade and clear the way for a grittier rock 'n' roll sound.
Illustrator of BLUE BLUE SEA Attends Book Signing

Hayley Mullins, Northern Kentucky resident and illustrator of Blue Blue Sea Finds His Cape, attended a book signing at Turfway Park in Florence, Kentucky, on April 3, 2016, from 3:00-6:00 pm. Mullins offered to sign books and had copies signed by her and the author of the book, Miranda N. Prather, for sale. The signing took place during Turfway's closing day that featured live racing, Dachshund and small dog racing and a raffle for a bottle of Maker's Mark Bourbon autographed by Cincinnati Reds' legend, Johnny Bench. Mary Troilo, National Simulcast Director at Turfway Park, set up the event and stated that, 'there was a crowd of people at the table so I feel there was a lot of interest' when she had some time to walk by the signing. In addition, Theosa Hoffeld, a fan of Blue Blue Sea, drove up for the event and had hoped to meet Prather in addition to Mullins. She said it was wonderful to meet Mullins and that 'Blue Blue Sea's legacy will live forever in this book.' Blue Blue Sea Finds His Cape tells the life story of a blue-collar racehorse who overcame a devastating illness to survive and inspire thousands around the globe who were facing their own struggles. The book features playful writing and delightful pictures that bring the tale of Blue Blue Sea to life. Blue Blue Sea was no American Pharoah, but he became a hero just the same! Hayley Mullins resides in Erlanger, Kentucky, where she is a high school senior at Heritage Academy. She is a self-taught artist, who is gaining a following due to her natural talent for catching a subject in whimsical ways. Upon graduation, the illustrator plans to attend Lipscomb University and study Visual Development and Animation. Miranda N. Prather lived in Northern Kentucky from 1983 to 1993, when her family moved from New Orleans, LA, to Independence, KY. In Kentucky, Prather attended Kenton Elementary, Twenhofel Middle School and graduated from Simon Kenton High School. During her time in Kentucky, the author took horseback riding lessons and owned another off-track Thoroughbred named Beble. Shoofly View Publications published Blue Blue Sea Finds His Cape in late 2015. Since the book's release the company has been impressed with the success of the book and are looking forward to publishing more volumes in the series.
Illustrator of 'Blue Blue Sea Finds His Cape' to Sign Books at Turfway Park

Hayley Mullins, Northern Kentucky resident and illustrator of 'Blue Blue Sea Finds His Cape,' will attend a book signing at Turfway Park in Florence, Kentucky, on April 3, 2016, from 3:00-6:00 pm. Books will be available to purchase as well as artwork from Mullins. In addition, the track will feature live racing, Dachshund and small dog and a raffle for a bottle of Maker's Mark Bourbon autographed by Cincinnati Reds' legend, Johnny Bench. 'Blue Blue Sea Finds His Cape' tells the life story of a blue-collar racehorse who overcame a devastating illness to survive and inspire thousands around the globe who were facing their own struggles. The book features playful writing and delightful pictures that bring the tale of Blue Blue Sea to life. Blue Blue Sea was no American Pharoah, but he became a hero just the same! To learn more and follow Blue Blue Sea's world visit: https://www.facebook.com/BlueBlueSeaOTTB. Hayley Mullins resides in Erlanger, Kentucky, where she is a high school senior at Heritage Academy. She is a self-taught artist, who is gaining a following due to her natural talent for catching a subject in whimsical ways. Upon graduation, the illustrator plans to attend Lipscomb University and study Visual Development and Animation. Miranda N. Prather lived in Northern Kentucky from 1983 to 1993, when her family moved from New Orleans, LA, to Independence, KY. In Kentucky, Prather attended Kenton Elementary, Twenhofel Middle School and graduated from Simon Kenton High School. During her time in Kentucky, the author took horseback riding lessons and owned another off-track Thoroughbred named Beble. Turfway Park has a long history of delighting horse racing enthusiasts in the Northern Kentucky area. In fact, Prather recalls watching races when she was growing up there, and now, Mullins does the same. The track is renowned for its history of innovation while keeping the traditions of the Sport of Kings alive and well in the Bluegrass State. In addition, Turfway Park has been a leader in Thoroughbred aftercare, first establishing a surrender stall in 2008 and later implementing the Turfway Aftercare Program, which funds Kentucky-based accredited retraining and rehoming facilities.
Bob Costas, Al Michaelss & Marv Albert Team for First Time Ever on PBC ON NBC Tonight

One of America's iconic big-event broadcast voices, Bob Costas, will serve as a special contributor for NBC's tonight, April 11 primetime telecast of Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) on NBC.
Bob Costas, Al Michaelss & Marv Albert to Team for First Time Ever on PBC ON NBC, 4/11

One of America's iconic big-event broadcast voices, Bob Costas, will serve as a special contributor for NBC's Saturday, April 11 primetime telecast of Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) on NBC, it was announced today.
Al Michael's Autobiography 'You Can't Make This Up' Hits Bookstores Today

This fall, the sports world will welcome one of its most eagerly anticipated autobiographies: YOU CAN'T MAKE THIS UP: Miracles, Memories, and the Perfect Marriage of Sports and Television (William Morrow; November 18, 2014) by Al Michaels
Ted Bishop to Recap Tenure as PGA of America President on IN PLAY WITH JIMMY ROBERTS, 8/11

A 20-year owner/operator of his family-run golf course outside of Indianapolis, PGA of America President Ted Bishop explains how his long tenure in the golf industry helped prepare him for his role as one of the game's most influential voices on the next episode of In Play with Jimmy Roberts, airing Monday, Aug. 11 at 9 p.m. ET on Golf Channel. In an interview with Golf Channel's Matt Ginella, Bishop discusses his outspoken stance on some of golf's biggest issues, shares personal insight on the business side of the game, and offers ideas for making the sport more inclusive to the non-traditional golfer.
Photo Flash: Julia Belanoff Sings National Anthem at Giants Game

Classical-pop recording artist Julia Belanoff sang the national anthem at the game between the San Francisco Giants and the Chicago Cubs at AT&T Field in San Francisco yesterday, June 3. The 17-year-old singer arrived early for a sound check, and had a chance to mingle with some of The Players and one special guest-baseball Hall of Famer and former Cincinnati Reds catcher Johnny Bench, who was visiting to promote skin cancer awareness for the Play Sun Smart program. Check out photos from the event below!
ANIMATION DOMINATION Comes to FOX This Fall, 9/25

ANIMATION DOMINATION kicks off this fall with a star-studded lineup of guest voices on returning favorite animated series THE SIMPSONS, THE CLEVELAND SHOW, FAMILY GUY and AMERICAN DAD premiering Sunday, Sept. 25 (8:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. New kid on the block, ALLEN GREGORY, sets out on his first day of school Sunday, Oct. 30 (8:30-9:00 PM ET/PT).

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