Northcutt attends 75th Kentucky Derby

  • Allen Northcutt (back-right) enjoys his time at the Kentucky Derby for the 75th time during the 150th rendition of the iconic race. Friends and family joined him for the joyous occasion. Front row (right to left) Ellen Mershon, Hamilton Thompson (daughter), and Reynolds Thompson. Back row (right to left) includes Northcutt, Teal Wiche, and Joal Jara. Courtesy photo
    Allen Northcutt (back-right) enjoys his time at the Kentucky Derby for the 75th time during the 150th rendition of the iconic race. Friends and family joined him for the joyous occasion. Front row (right to left) Ellen Mershon, Hamilton Thompson (daughter), and Reynolds Thompson. Back row (right to left) includes Northcutt, Teal Wiche, and Joal Jara. Courtesy photo
Leelanau and Louisville resident Allen Northcutt saw his 75th Kentucky Derby on Saturday from Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky.“They’re all a little different but they’re all pretty much the same,” he said. “Lots and lots of people and good people watching and fun to bet on the horses. You never know who’s gonna win.”This year’s Kentucky Derby was a little different for Northcutt as he was…

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