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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Sport
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Vince Marrow's jump to Louisville football shows Kentucky moving in wrong direction
Vince Marrow's move from Kentucky to Louisville football is the surest sign that both programs are moving in opposite directions. The Cardinals are modernizing their operation by tapping Marrow in the newly created general manager position, preparing to make a push for a College Football Playoff bid. Advertisement The Wildcats were regressing from a 4-8 season with not much reason to be optimistic about a quick turnaround. And that was before the news broke this week that they were losing their most-visible, most-liked staffer who was instrumental in recruiting some of their best talent including Lynn Bowden, Wan'Dale Robinson and Benny Snell. Marrow had been with head coach Mark Stoops for his entire tenure at UK. He'd previously turned down many opportunities to leave Lexington, reportedly including overtures made from Bill Belichick as he hired his new staff at North Carolina. And he chose to leave now. For the rival school. During the June period in which both official and unofficial visits from recruits are taking place and coaches do a lot of evaluating of high school prospects. The timing is perfect for Marrow's arrival at U of L, as the House v. NCAA settlement was finalized and scholarship offers to Class of 2026 recruits who may be on an official visit can also include a financial component from the school for the first time. Advertisement (Well, a legal offer, anyway.) This column will be updated. Reach sports columnist C.L. Brown at clbrown1@ follow him on X at @CLBrownHoops and subscribe to his newsletter at to make sure you never miss one of his columns. This article originally appeared on Louisville Courier Journal: Louisville, Kentucky football programs moving in opposite directions
Yahoo
19-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Sarah Welch leaving Marrow in Detroit, plans to open Traverse City restaurant
Highly acclaimed and James Beard Award nominated executive chef Sarah Welch of Marrow in Detroit's West Village, is leaving the much-lauded neighborhood restaurant and butcher shop. Welch, who opened and is a partner in Marrow along with owner Ping Ho, announced in an Instagram post that she will relocate to Traverse City. There, Welch and her partner and chef husband Cameron Rolka are opening a restaurant. Welch's last day is April 30, according to according to Detroit Eater Detroit, which first reported Welch's Marrow departure. While Welch is resigning, she will remain an owning partner in Marrow, which as a brand has grown since the restaurants 2018 opening to include producing quality meats, opening a new location and a forthcoming Eastern Market facility. Welch is also a partner in Mink, a small Corktown eatery. In December, Marrow expanded outside of Detroit opening a location in downtown Birmingham offering its fresh meats, aged steaks and notable, trademark sausages. Marrow produces meats using humanely raised animals sourced from Michigan family farms under its Marrow Detroit Provisions brand. A Marrow Detroit Provisions processing facility is under construction in the Eastern Market district, which will sell fresh meats and feature a restaurant and event space. Marrow in the Market is the working title of the restaurant and Welch was to oversee its operation. 'But over those seven years, Marrow as a brand, has become so much more, 'Welch wrote in her Instagram post. 'And as with most relationships, you either grow closer or you grow apart. As the Marrow brand continues to grow beyond the four walls of Kercheval, it has become something I no longer want to be at the helm of. And so I will be resigning as the chef (and full time Lorax) of Marrow.' Welch wrote in her post that she and Rolka recently signed a purchase agreement for place on Front Street and have pre-approval for a loan for their 'first solo restaurant venture' in Traverse City. While the Traverse City spot has not be named, Welch wrote it will be a medley of Marrow and Mink. Welch is also a partner in Mink, a 17-seat Corktown eatery, where Rolka is chef and is known for its rotating selection of oyster and seafood based tasting menu. 'If you've enjoyed your experiences at Marrow and Mink then envision this as a lovely hybrid of the two, right on Front street up the block from our friends @thecookshouse…' Welch wrote. In Traverse City, The Cook's House is a popular, farm-to-fork small long-time eatery. It's co-owned by chefs Jennifer Blakeslee and Eric Patterson, who recently were named nominees for a James Beard Award in the Best Chef Great Lakes category. In her Instagram post, Welch also added that she will be doing pop-up and events statewide and in the country. Welch and Rolka are presenting a seafood-centric pop up at Host Utica on April 27. For the pop-up, the chef's menu 'reflects their individual styles and deep respect for local ingredients,' according to a news release. Expect a menu of hot and cold pork and oysters, wonton, tofu crudo, wonton soup, heritage chicken and carrot cake. Seatings are at 5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. Tickets are $90 each, excluding beverages, tax and gratuity, and are available at Marrow got its start in 2018 in West Village on Kercheval near Van Dyke. It's known as two culinary halves that meld together nicely as a restaurant and a neighborhood butcher shop. This small neighborhood restaurant focuses on nose-to-tail butchery and farm-to-table, emphasizing minimizing waste and supporting a sustainable food system in the Great Lakes region. Soon after its opening, with Welch as its executive chef, the restaurant garnered many accolades. In 2019, Marrow landed as the No. 2 Detroit Free Press/Metro Detroit Chevy Dealers Best New Restaurant. Marrow also earned national recognition as a four-time James Beard Foundation nominee, including chef Welch's Best Chef Great Lakes nomination and nods from national publications. Welch was also a finalist on Bravo's 'Top Chef' Season 19 and chef at the former Republic and Parks and Rec, a 2015 Detroit Free Press Best New Restaurant. Contact Detroit Free Press food and restaurant writer Susan Selasky and send food and restaurant news and tips to: sselasky@ Follow @SusanMariecooks on Twitter. Subscribe to the Free Press. This article originally appeared on Detroit Free Press: Sarah Welch to leave Marrow in Detroit, open Traverse City restaurant
Yahoo
20-02-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Salute to Service: Curtis Marrow Jr.
(WJBF) – It's that time again where we introduce you to our Salute to Service honoree. Each month we spotlight one of our men and women in uniform who continues to make a difference in their community. We had the honor of speaking with Curtis Marrow Jr. and it's very clear why he's this month's Salute to Service Honoree. Curtis Marrow served his country and now he serves his community. 'So, I joined the military straight out of high school, 18 years old. I initially joined the United States Marine Corp, I spent eight and a half years in the Marine Corp. My first four years,I did human resources and later on I changed to information technology. Once I got out of the Marine Corp, I was out of there for seven months, then I rejoined the Army in 2007. I joined as an IT specialist and became a cyber network defender and a cyber network security.' At a young age, he realized college wasn't for him. 'I knew I had a higher calling to serve. I didn't know what that calling was, so rather than go to school and waste time, I decided to go join the military and do something productive with my life.' It's no surprise now that he's retired, Marrow spends his time helping others. 'Previously, I coached Popwarner Football, Grovetown Warriors for five years, I also coached at the Columbia Parks and Rec department for four years, basketball. I did soccer and I coached the Grovetown Basketball boys as well.' And that's not all. 'Currently, I'm an army instructor in Grovetown JROTC department. I give back because I know there's a shortage of coaches and mentors in the community and I want to be one of those people who help influence our young people.' Marrow was thankful when he found out he was receiving the Salute to Service Award. 'First of all, I'd like to thank my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ and my wife, she's my backbone, and also my church family and all the kids who support me in what I want to do.' And he has a message for anyone watching. 'Focus on character, more than reputation. Reputation is what people believe you to be, however if your characters are flawed, eventually that flawed character can ruin a reputation. However, if you focus on character, your character travels and your character will build your reputation for what you want it to be.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
10-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Local superfans gearing up for Super Bowl
(WKBN) — It's Super Bowl Sunday, and many in the Valley are watching the screen, either at home or in public. The Kansas City Chiefs and Philidelphia Eagles are back in the Super Bowl after their match-up in 2023. Last year, First News spoke with Chiefs superfan and Farrell resident Mike Borsa when the Chiefs were in the Big Game. A year later, he's celebrating a historical consecutive three-year appearance and maybe a win. 'It's incredible even making it to the Super Bowl three times in a row. It's insane,' Borsa said. 'Really excited about this and going in with a positive attitude.' Since last year, he's added more memorabilia to his collection — another trophy and he's framed each jersey he's worn for Super Bowl wins. Borsa and his friends will be celebrating at home. '[We'll] go pick up some chicken wings from Nancy's Tavern in West Middlesex. Everyone should be here about 5:30 p.m. and just from there on out, be playing some music and having fun leading up to the game,' Borsa said. On the other side of the matchup is Eagles superfan Ray Marrow, an Austintown resident. He's been a fan since he was a teenager when he was compared to Randall Cunningham, a longtime quarterback for the Eagles. 'They said I played like him, and I believe when he came up, it was like 1985-86. So, when he came up, that's when I became an Eagles fan — a die-hard Eagles fan,' Marrow said. Marrow says this year he believes the Eagles are going to take home the win and by a big margin. 'Oh, I'm very excited. This is our second time playing the same team a second time. I can't give you a score, but I think it's going to be like 20 or more. We're going to surprise the nation,' Marrow said. Marrow is hosting an Eagles watch party at Club 221 in Youngstown and brought all his green jerseys for people to wear in support. Each superfan has their own traditions planned if their team wins. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
