10.25.2023

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Wellness

The UK Markey Cancer Center garners highest national honor

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A woman rings a remission Bell and is surrounded by doctors and nurses

A patient celebrates and rings a remission bell. | Photo provided by UK HealthCare

ICYMI, the UK Markey Cancer Center was recently awarded NCI Comprehensive Cancer Center status, the highest possible accolade from the National Cancer Institute (NCI).

Markey was first named an NCI-Designated Cancer Center in 2013. Every five years, Markey undergoes a rigorous review of their research programs and related activities by the NCI. Today, Markey is Kentucky’s only NCI Comprehensive Cancer Center — and just one of only 56 in the nation.

So, what does that mean? Kentuckians who come to the center have access to innovative new drugs, treatment options, and clinical trials that aren’t available elsewhere. The center’s specialists are also able to collaborate with other NCI-Designated Cancer Centers across the nation for additional support + insight into the latest breakthroughs in cancer care.

Studies show that patients who seek care at NCI Comprehensive Cancer Centers have higher survival rates.

a man holds a pipette in one hand and a tray in the other — As an NCI Comprehensive Cancer Center, Markey receives public grant funds from the NCI to study and implement cancer prevention strategies, clinical trials and research studies, and evidenced-based research that will help Kentuckians the most.
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Photo provided by UK Markey Cancer Center

This designation also comes with tangible benefits to Markey and the patients it serves, including:

More funding opportunities from the NCI for research, training, and outreach.
A powerful recruiting tool for the most accomplished physicians and scientists, whose expertise will benefit Kentuckians facing cancer.
More opportunities to collaborate with national and international partners on studies ranging from basic laboratory research to clinical assessments of new treatments.
Patients receive earlier access to advanced clinical trials, bringing the latest and best cancer treatments and therapies as close to home as possible.
Research-driven care, which means more treatment options and more promising outcomes for patients and their families.

To contact the experts at Markey, fill out this form or give them a call at (859) 257-4488. Here’s what you can expect from your first visit.

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Asked

The next-closest Comprehensive Cancer Center is nearly ___ miles from Lexington.

A. 100
B. 200
C. 500
D. 700

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Events

Wednesday, Oct. 25

Fall Moon Reset: Witching Hour | Wednesday, Oct. 25 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Monnik Beer Co., 1036 E. Burnett Ave., Louisville | $11 | Harness the energy of the Fall Moon via meditation sessions, soothing music, and gentle yoga.
Halloween Trick or Treat | Wednesday, Oct. 25 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Riverside, The Farnsley-Moremon Landing, 7410 Moorman Rd., Louisville | Free | Bring the kiddos dressed in costumes to collect candy from the trunks of cars.

Thursday, Oct. 26

Glow Painting | Thursday, Oct. 26 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Off the Rails Tasting Room and Wine Depot, 2118 Bruce Ave., Louisville | $45 | Paint a spooky picture that will illuminate under the glow of black lights.
Spooky Cookie Decorating | Thursday, Oct. 26 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Falls City Beer, 901 E. Liberty St., Louisville | $40 | Decorate cookies using Halloween-themed toppings and icing.

Friday, Oct. 27

Creative Mornings | Friday, Oct. 27 | 8:30-10 a.m. | The Filson Historical Society, 1310 S. Third St., Louisville | Free | Meet with other creatives around the city + hear from author Minda Honey on the topic of “endurance.”

Saturday, Oct. 28

18th Century Market Fair | Saturday, Oct. 28-Sunday, Oct. 29 | 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Locust Grove, 561 Blankenbaker Ln., Louisville | $5-$10 | Experience early-American entertainment, replicas of military and household items + food and drink.
Halloween for Huntington’s FUNdraiser | Saturday, Oct. 28 | 8 p.m. | Mercury Ballroom, 611 S. Fourth St., Louisville | $40-$75 | Come dressed in costume for this 21+ dance party with The Juice Box Heroes and 500 free White Castle cheeseburgers at 11 p.m.

Events calendar here

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News Notes

Edu

Diane Porter, the chair of the Jefferson County Board of Education, has resigned due to health issues. Porter served on the board for 13 years and has been its chair since 2012 — she’s the first African-American woman to serve in the role. (WDRB)

Development

Morris Pointe, a St. Matthews redevelopment project, has finished construction and is now filled with businesses. The building, at 3939 Shelbyville Rd., will house locations for Drakes, Mojito in Havana, Green District and Quills Coffee, with office tenants upstairs. (Louisville Business First)

Closing

Highlands vintage store Zwanky V will close its brick and mortar shop today, at 1703 Bardstown Rd., though the business will maintain its booth at the Fleur de Flea Vintage Market. Don’t miss the closing sale, offering 35% off the entire store + 50% off pants and shorts.

Number

$248 million. That’s how much money has been wagered since Kentucky legalized sports betting in September, according to Gov. Andy Beshear’s office. Over $232 million has been wagered online.

Legacy

John Dant, who owned Bardstown Road bar The Back Door, has died. Dant opened the bar at Mid City Mall 38 years ago, and it’s become a Highlands staple. Dant’s son, Taylor, will now take over. (WHAS11)

History

On this day 100 years ago, the Brown Hotel opened its doors on the “magic corner” of Fourth Street and Broadway. ICYMI: The hotel is celebrating its centennial in full, “Roaring Twenties” style.

Pets

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Listen

Spooky smphony

Dance symphonically with the Louisville Civic Orchestra

Conductor Gabriel Lefkowitz leads the Louisville Civic Orchestra in a rehearsal.

The Louisville Civic Orchestra is led by conductor Gabriel Lefkowitz. | Photo by: Louisville Civic Orchestra

Is there anything that brings on the feels quite like a full, orchestral performance?

This week, Louisvillians have two chances to take in the symphonic sounds of the Louisville Civic Orchestra, which is holding a pair of Halloween-themed concerts.

Fun fact: The group is Derby City’s oldest continuously performing orchestra, tracing its history back to 1915. For reference, the more well-known Louisville Orchestra was founded a couple decades later, in 1937.

This week’s performances will feature symphonic dance music, including Beethoven’s “Allegretto” from his seventh Symphony — you might remember it from a climactic scene in the Oscar-winning movie, “The King’s Speech” — as well as “Danse Macabre” from French composer Charles-Camille Saint-Saëns, which is sure to send a spooky sensation up your spine.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Jeff

From the editor

Answered: The next-closest Comprehensive Cancer Center is at Vanderbilt ~200 miles from Lexington.

It’s now less than a week until Halloween. Have you bought candy yet? We’ve got some, but we won’t be giving out the Modjeskas we recently purchased at Muth’s in NuLu — they’re just too good.

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