The primary is almost here, and U.S. Senate candidate Mike Cassaro stopped by to share a major policy announcement, and talk about why he's interested in serving the voters of Kentucky.  Get more on his campaign at cassaroforsenate.com. Our friend Kevin Renfro of the Becker Law Office reminded us that, with the Derby week excitement in full swing, it's important to have designated drivers, be patient, watch out for our guests, and have fun but be careful.  If you need 'em, they're there for you at 888-4-Becker or beckerlaw.com. Craig Hoffman was out at Churchill Downs to cover the excitement of the week with V.P. Communications for the track, John Asher. Rob Henry with The Bakery at Sullivan University talked of the long hours but great rewards to be had as you train to be a top pastry chef.  We enjoy their treats every day in The CW Cafe, and you should get some, too!  Log on to thebakeryoflouisville.com for hours and menus. Jim Wilhem of Country Garden Florist brought by some beautiful Derby arrangements, and reminded us that Mother's Day is the week after Derby, so plan ahead by calling them at 502-228-4176.

The weather was great and the grill was hot, so we did the whole show outside today, which gave Luther Oberhaus from Fischer's Meats a great excuse to talk about the history of this Kentucky Proud producer of smile makin' meats.  Thanks for singin' and grillin', Luther!  Get more info at fischers.com. Paul Naijar gave us the quick low-down on the upcoming NFL draft, and who from the area will be on the minds of the recruiters this year.  Get all the details at paulonsports.com. Rick Redding of The 'Ville Voice.com and PageOneKentucky.com got some much-needed sun as he told us of the news from Metro Council to the Senate race.  Sign up for their very informative email blasts. Carly Niermeier told us of the wonderful, and mostly local, items she has for Derby at Viola's Gallery in historic downtown Corydon.  You can find new and vintage clothing, fine art, purses and more.  Give 'em a call at 812-738-5600.  We were very happy to welcome some of the fourth grade students from Holly Spirit School, along with Kathleen Harren, who shared news of their Blue Ribbon School Award.  The children sang a great rendition of "My Ol' Kentucky Home, " with Luther providing back-up.  Thanks for coming by and having some Fischer's Big Grillers, kids!

We welcomed Scott Davis and Hershel Zahnd of Alley Theatre, as they gave us the Word on "The Bible: The Complete Word of God (abridged)" playing this weekend at City Block.  Thoroughly funny and inspired, get info on tickets at cityblocklouisville.com, and look for the next Alley Theatre production coming soon. Joe Cherry of Signcrafters came by to talk about the kinds of materials that help to build businesses, both big and small.  The first five businesses that email Joe get a $100 gift certificate! Get him at joe@signcrafters.com and find out more about the services they provide at signcrafters.com. Tom Keeton let us know of the Hostile Takeover, part of the Revolution Fight League, coming to Broadbent Arena on Friday.  Get ticket info at revolutionfight.com. And Castle Queen Erica Benton gave out White Castle Crave Cases for those who stopped by and told us what they were cravin'!  Stop by every Thursday and let us know what you crave.

Get looking your best for Summer! Dr. Steve Samuel from Body Allure came by to talk about the Lipodissolve process that thousands have done to reduce fat deposits that typically do not respond to dieting or exercise.  Find out more by logging on to bodyalluremd.com. Mom's Closet Founder Shelia Day and legendary jockey Pat Day talked about a benefit coming up to help the organization- dedicated to developing the potential of single mom's in the state of Kentucky.  Pat also shared his early Derby favorites, too!  Get more info on the event at momsclosetinc.com. It was an honor to speak with Jan Scruggs, who, after returning from serving in Vietnam, took      $2, 800 of his own money to start the dream that became the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall.  Jan is speaking at Centre College, helping to dedicate a replica of the wall there.  Get more info on the project at nortoncenter.com. And LEO Managing Editor Stephen George shared the "Perfect Derby Issue" with us.  Check it out on newsstands everywhere and at leoweekly.com.

The Balloon Meister, George Troutman, gave us the inside info on all the events happening with the Great Balloonfest, a very important part of the Kentucky Derby Festival.  Let's hope for good weather!  Get all the details at kdf.org. The always fascinating Dr. Peter Moscow gave us new information on questions regarding physic readings.  More can be found on the good doctor's website, holistic-alt.com. Great Derby gifts and the official designer of the Derby bracelet, Martha Brown-Wolford, came by with Janie Hymann to show off what every fashionista should have with them for a day at the Downs.  Get all the info (and possibly a bracelet, while they last) by going to impactgift.com.  And Max the dog brought his owner, Jeff Seidenfaden, otherwise known as The Pet Guy, by today to say "trim those nails!"  Tips on the right tools for the job and more can be found at Jeff's website, petguy.tv.