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When does school start around Louisville? Here are the dates to know for 2024-2025
The end of summer is near, and kids across Kentuckiana are getting ready to start the 2024-2025 school year. While many of the metro area's districts are set to return the second week of August, two will return in late July. Here is when school starts in counties around Louisville,...
Jacqueline Coleman says she’s ‘ready’ to become governor should Beshear get vice president nod
LOUISVILLE — Democratic Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman told reporters Monday that her job is to be ready to lead Kentucky should Gov. Andy Beshear ascend to a higher office. Beshear is being floated as a possible running mate for Vice President Kamala Harris, who is now seeking the Democratic nomination after President Joe Biden ended his candidacy. Speaking in Louisville after a childcare center ground breaking, Coleman likened the possibility of her becoming governor to Harris moving up the ticket.
Public Records, July 22, 2024
Kaitlin Loralea Hortenberry, 28, Pekin, to Larry Miller, 38, New Albany. Julia Maie Dement, 45, to Adam Lee Howey, 44, both of Pekin. Josey E. Moore-Hicks vs. Brandee D. Henson, Progressive Insurance. Small Claims. Teresa Green, Rosemary Huff vs. Sean Smith. Matthew Busick vs. Troy Redfoot. Joey Murphy vs. Chad...
'It makes sense': Voters react to President Biden withdrawing from presidential race
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — President Biden's decision to not seek re-election did not come as a surprise, many voters in Louisville said on Monday. President Biden posted on X Sunday, stating that "it is the best interest of my party and my country for me to stand down". Many voters...
PopCon Louisville's 2024 Prize Pack Giveaway
Prepare to be blown away by the epic experience waiting for you at PopCon Louisville, taking over the Kentucky International Convention Center with non-stop excitement from August 23rd to 25th!. Experience thrilling encounters with celebrities from your beloved TV shows and anime series, witness epic cosplay showdowns, participate in exciting...
Cruisin’ the Heatland to return to Elizabethtown
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Elizabethtown is hosting its annual summertime festival featuring a new event. The Cruisin’ the Heartland Festival starts with its new kick-off event Thursday July 25 with a showing of Grease. Tickets can be purchased online at their website or at the box office the day of. Guests can get in for free if they dress as their favorite character from the movie.
Extra security at Louisville artist’s concert over concerns from past connections
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - A River City native took the stage at the Yum! Center Saturday night, as EST Gee was joined by a number of other artists. “Seeing somebody make it from Louisville it’s, it’s an exciting time, you know,” CJ Calhoun, who attended the show, said.
Rabbit Hole Distillery Expansion Plans Threatened as Louisville Residents Fight to Save Historic Buildings
WLKY reported on July 10 that Rabbit Hole Distillery is facing resistance from residents against its expansion plans in Louisville, Kentucky. Residents issued a petition against the plans, taking issue with the demolition of two historic buildings. The Drinks Business reported that one resident, Kevin Dohn, started a Change.org petition in June to protect the buildings. "The two buildings slated for demolition are a quaint solid brick shotgun house at 223A S Clay St and a three-story solid brick Italianate building at 749 E Jefferson St.," the petition read. The outlet reported that Dohn is a professional renovator and believes the buildings date...
Jeffersontown bridge dedicated to hometown hero, Army Lt. Col. who died last year
JEFFERSONTOWN, Ky. — A bridge along Old Heady Road and the Gene Snyder just got a new name, honoring a veteran from Louisville. Metro Councilman Stuart Benson dedicated the Jeffersontown overpass to retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel Daniel D. Jones on Monday, just down the road from Jones' childhood home.
Deadline for JCPS ‘Change of Address’ forms approaching
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - It’s the last day for the ‘Change of Address’ forms for students within Jefferson County Public Schools to be completed. These forms are for students who plan to ride the school bus and have recently moved or will be moving before Thursday, Aug. 8.
Family, sorority of groundbreaking lawyer Alberta Jones join county attorney in statue push
Alberta O. Jones was always one to break the mold. In just 35 years, she accomplished a lengthy list of firsts ― first Black woman to pass the Kentucky bar, first female city attorney, first female prosecutor for the Domestic Relations Court, first attorney for a young Black boxer who the world would...
Daily Briefing: A full look inside Louisville's food scene
Good morning, Louisville! It's Sunday, which means it's time for a recap of the week. Today we can expect another sunny day with a high of 88. With more than 1,800 restaurants, Louisville's food scene continues to grow. But what are the most popular cuisine types? Here's a big picture look from our food reporter Amanda Hancock.
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