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Nick Phelps is Managing Director at Fifth Third Bank
Nick Phelps is Managing Director at Fifth Third and leads the Private Bank team for Kentucky and Southern Indiana. Originally from Goshen, Kentucky, he is a 2008 graduate of the University of Kentucky and served as the student representative on the Board of Trustees his senior year. In 2014, he...
LMPD: Suspect in Friday morning Bon Air shooting dies by self-inflicted gunshot wound
A possible suspect in a Friday morning shooting that left a woman dead in Louisville's Bon Air neighborhood fled from Louisville Metro Police and died by suicide, officials say. LMPD's Fugitive Unit and SWAT were following investigative leads in the 3400 block of Kramers Lane at around 1:45 p.m. Friday when a...
Kentucky Public Radio Welcomes Melanie Dyer as New Director of Sales
Kentucky Public Radio is happy to announce the appointment of Melanie Dyer as its new Director of Sales, following the retirement of Bryan McFarland. With more than 25 years of experience in media and strategic marketing for companies including KFC Corporation, Arby’s Restaurant Group, Papa John’s and Media Venue, Dyer plays a pivotal role in advancing Kentucky Public Radio’s mission and expanding its impact throughout the region. “I’m thrilled to welcome Melanie to this team, which represents our Commonwealth on the radio and online every day,” said Stephen George, chair of Kentucky Public Radio and CEO of member station Louisville...
“Where My Bus At?” Louisville Students Protest Busing Cuts With Viral Hip-Hop Video
Across the country, students and families are struggling to adjust to busing changes. From New Jersey to Arizona, school bus driver shortages are creating hours-long bus rides, delays, and other frustrations. Louisville, Kentucky, reports a relatively smooth start in terms of transportation for Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) students—but that’s only because of the decision to cut bus routes to many of its traditional and magnet schools.
Man wanted in connection to deadly shooting of woman in Bon Air neighborhood takes his life
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) – Flashing police lights cut through the pre-dawn darkness on Liverpool Lane in the Bon Air neighborhood, as investigators arrived shortly after 5 a.m. Friday to find a woman dead from two gunshot wounds. Neighbors said she lived in a second floor apartment with her juvenile...
Friday afternoon Cardinal news and notes
—The dream of an undefeated U of L athletics season across all sports is still alive after the Louisville women’s soccer team opened their season Thursday night with a 7-0 pasting of Bellarmine. You can check out the highlights from the win here. —ESPN ranks the top 100 players...
You're Going To Love These $8 Louisville Wing Week Specials
Louisville Wing Week is back Monday, August 19 with awesome deals on tasty wings thru Sunday, August 25. Some of Louisville's best restaurants are cooking up delicious wings for you to enjoy for only $8! With tons of options for sauces, there's an array of wing combinations for any wing lover to have.
Kentucky Democrat seeks to dismiss ethics complaint alleging inappropriate actions
A Kentucky Democratic lawmaker wants to dismiss an ethics complaint filed against him by House Democratic leadership that alleges inappropriate behavior and communications. Rep. Daniel Grossberg, a freshman legislator from Louisville, is arguing the complaint filed with the Kentucky Legislative Ethics Commission is “meritless” and an “misuse of the ethics complaint system,” according to a […]
“I voted” sticker contest finalists announced, 2 finalists in the Tri-State
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Secretary of State Michael Adams announced the nine finalists for the inaugural “I Voted” Sticker Contest. Secretary Adams narrowed it down to three choices from elementary, from middle, and from high schools respectively. Two of those finalists are from western Kentucky. “It’s never too soon for young Kentuckians to engage civically, […]
Field hockey adds Madison Workman as graduate assistant
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – The Bellarmine University field hockey team has added former collegiate player Madison Workman to its staff as a graduate assistant, head coach Devanny Boisvert announced today. "We are thrilled to welcome Madison to Bellarmine field hockey as our graduate assistant!" said Boisvert. "Her achievements as a...
Witch-themed coffee shop opening in Louisville just in time for spooky season
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A new locally-owned, witch-themed coffee shop opening this month in Louisville is serving all the magical, cozy vibes we need ahead of the spooky season. Witches Brew Coffee is located at 1813 Frankfort Avenue near The Silver Dollar and Hilltop Tavern. The building was previously occupied by Phantom Cafe Modern Eatery & Catering in 2022 and Bougie Biscuit in 2020.
Kentucky Supreme Court weighing whether agencies can withhold records during active cases
What records — if any — should be made available to the public during active criminal investigations or prosecution? That was the central question that Kentucky Supreme Court justices heard arguments about on Wednesday in a case that could determine whether a police department is allowed to withhold records from a news outlet because of the records’ connections to a criminal investigation.
Racing Louisville trades defender Carson Pickett to the Orlando Pride
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Racing Louisville announced Friday that defender Carson Pickett will be heading to the Orlando Pride. The move allows Pickett, a Florida native, to live closer to home. Racing receives $75,000 in allocation money in return. “First, I want to start off by saying a big thank...
Louisville RB Maurice Turner poised for larger role his season
Louisville's group of running backs are out to prove themselves. The absence of Jawhar Jordan and Isaac Guerendo, who combined for 1,938 yards and 24 touchdowns a season ago, and were both NFL Draft picks, leaves a chunk of production that must be replaced this fall. Junior Maurice Turner is...
'I wanted to cry!' 2-year quilting project wins blue ribbon at Kentucky State Fair
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A Kentucky woman won a blue ribbon at the state fair for her 2-year labor of love. Kim Shumate's quilt is covered with multi-covered hearts. The quilt has 1,080 squares and each square contains 11 pieces. "I wanted to cry," she said. "I still want to...
PIG DESTROYER & THE RED CHORD Announce More Shows Together
Pig Destroyer and The Red Chord have expanded their joint touring plans to three shows this October. The shows will now include See You Next Tuesday as the openers, and you can get your tickets right here. You can also grab a Metal Injection-exclusive Pig Destroyer shirt right here – it's pretty sweet.
Indiana State Fair announces 2024 ‘Taste of the Fair’ winners
INDIANAPOLIS — As the Indiana State Fair comes to a close on Sunday, officials announced the 2024 “Taste of the Fair” winners, highlighting fair concessionaires who push boundaries and think outside the box for their offerings. According to a news release from the Indiana State Fair, the winners of this year’s contest include: The three […]
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