Originally, the race was made up of 15. The first Kentucky Derby took place on May 17, 1875. The first Kentucky Derby winner was Aristides. The Kentucky Derby was first run at 1-1/2 miles (2.4 kilometres), the same distance as the Epsom Derby. The distance was changed in 1896 to its current 1-1/4 miles (2.0 kilometres). No Derby has ever been postponed because of rain or bad weather.
Smead ETS Color-Coded Month Label, August, Yellow, 250 labels per Pack (67458)
August is Children's Eye Health and Safety Month. ChicagoâPrevent Blindness America (PBA) has declared August as Childrenâs Eye Health and Safety Month in an effort to educate parents on the importance of healthy vision for their children. The association also offers signs and behaviors parents can look for to see whether their children may have vision problems.