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Just Askin' | Will a Buc-ee's be built near Louisville? Here's what we know
The small Kentucky town of Smiths Grove hosts the country's newest Buc-ee's, giving Louisville road trippers another pit stop to consider during a ride on Interstate 65. With a footprint spanning over 50,000 feet, Buc-ee's is stocked with barbecue sandwiches, beef jerky, brownies and Beaver Nuggets. Some Smiths Grove customers walk in wearing Buc-ee's t-shirts and mascot costumes. There are plenty of opportunities for fans to buy new Buc-ee's merchandise, as just about every household item, from...
Harrison County Popcorn Festival celebrates Indiana's official state snack
CORYDON, In. (WDRB) -- Let’s party over popcorn in Corydon, Indiana. WDRB's Keith Kaiser joined some organizers of the Harrison County Popcorn Festival. Celebrate one of Harrison County’s biggest agricultural products with a parade, children’s activities, games, a beer garden, and more. Originally established in 1986, the...
Southern Indiana ice cream shop gets emergency loan to avoid closure
CLARKSVILLE, Ind. — Yellow caution tape and orange barricades have surrounded the Widows Walk Ice Creamery in Clarksville for several months. "I mean it's tough, it's tough to keep your head above water," owner Jill Dodson said. The ice cream shop's foot traffic has been affected since the town's...
Clarksville ice cream shop hopes new loan will help them stay afloat despite nearby construction
CLARKSVILLE, Ind. (WDRB) -- Widow's Walk Ice Creamery was built in Clarksville, Indiana, in 1998. But a major construction project has made business slow down. In April, the popular ice cream spot on Riverside Drive said two staggered road barriers, detours, and several yards of gravel road created a rocky start to it's peak season.
Meet ‘Just-a-Swinging’; He’s known at the shelter as the class clown and he’s desperate for a new home
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Fourth of July is notorious for being a difficult holiday for dogs, and for Louisville Metro Animal Services, that means tomorrow will be the busiest day of the year. The shelter is already overcrowded, so staff are working hard to get dogs out into foster homes and adoptive homes as soon as possible, including "Just-a-Swinging."
Get Away For A While And Explore The Ruins Of This Bygone Amusement Park
If you want to get away from it all for a while, head to Charlestown State Park in Southern Indiana and get yourself to the Rose Island Loop Trail. You’ll walk along a paved path, cross the Portersville Bridge, and find yourself in the ruins of Rose Island Amusement Park, which had its heyday in the 1920s. Most of the hike is shady, but be sure to bring plenty of water because you’ll want to explore.
After nearly 40 years, happy hours return to Southern Indiana bars
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - After nearly 40 years, bars in Indiana can now once again offer happy hour specials. In March, Governor Eric Holcomb signed House Bill 1086 into law, allowing happy hours to return beginning on July 1. Hourly drink discounts were banned in the Hoosier state in 1985...
Clarksville’s Bubba’s 33 donating $1 for every Patriot Burger sold
CLARKSVILLE, Ind. (WAVE) - A fundraiser in southern Indiana is helping veterans in the community. Clarksville’s Bubba’s 33 and Homes For Our Troops are working together to raise money to help build specially adapted custom homes for severely injured post 9-11 veterans. From July 4 through July 31,...
11 Places To Get Fried Chicken in Louisville That Aren't KFC
Operating stores in countries around the world, Kentucky Fried Chicken is a globally recognized phenomenon. However, Louisville is full of places to get mouthwatering fried chicken from fast food joints to local bars, Food Network-famous restaurants and more. Take a look at this local-approved list of the best places to...
LMAS says 2 dead dogs found in trash bags in Valley Station sent off for necropsy
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Animal Control is investigating after two dogs were found dead in trash bags in Valley Station. “It's traumatic to come to work every day because you don't know what you're going to see,” said Stephanie Jackson, Louisville Metro Animal Services. Jackson says on Tuesday, June...
New sound club, game yard celebrates opening in the Highlands
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A new business in the highlands is celebrating more than just Independence Day. "Atomic" hosted its grand opening Thursday on Bardstown Road. The business was originally supposed to be a five-story hotel, but after COVID-19 hit in 2020, that project got shelved. Now, the owners say this is a place for everyone as long as you’re 21 and up.
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