Michael James, 12, of Ashland leaned over the rail on April 8, 1987, at Keeneland, looking for possible winning betting tickets. James was in town for the spring meet and visiting family. Keeneland announced Thursday that the 2018 spring meet will be its richest ever. A record $4.4 million in purse money will be distributed during the 16-day meet, which will include 16 stakes races. Photo by Frank Anderson | Staff