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Another JCPS board member has resigned. Here's what happens next
For the second time in less than a year, a member of the Jefferson County Board of Education has resigned, leaving an empty seat that needs to be filled. Chris Kolb, who has represented the Highlands and its surrounding neighborhoods since 2017, sent an email to the board's chair and vice chair...
JCPS task force discusses if district is ready for 2024-25 school year
FRANKFORT, Ky. — With less than two weeks until the start of a new school year for Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS), the Efficient and Effective School Governance Task Force met for the second time in Frankfort to find common ground to improve the district. Task force members peppered...
All Jefferson County Clerk's Offices reopen days after ransomware attack
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — It's been one week since the Jefferson County Clerk's Office revealed it was a victim of a cyberattack. Within the week, Clerk Bobbie Holsclaw said the attack came from a global company running a ransomware hub. The attack forced all branches across Metro Louisville to cease...
Heartland BancCorp to be sold to Indiana bank in $330 million deal
An Indiana bank said Monday that is buying Whitehall-based Heartland BancCorp in a deal valued at $330 million. The deal gives German American Bancorp, based in the southwest Indiana town of Jasper, a foothold in one of the fastest growing markets in the Midwest. ...
Ohio State's Carmen's Crew blasts Takeover BC, advances to TBT semifinals
It took 28 seconds for Desonta Bradford to step into a wide-open 3-pointer. Not even half a minute into Monday night’s The Basketball Tournament quarterfinal game inside Louisville’s Freedom Hall, the East Tennessee State product and member of Carmen’s Crew swished his shot to give the Ohio State alumni team the quick lead...
Louisville has close bond with 2026 PG Ariyana Cradle
ROCK HILL, S.C. - Westerville (Oh.) South 2026 point guard Ariyana Cradle is among the rising prospects that have been extended a scholarship offer from Louisville. The 5-foot-7 Cradle was also one of the top prospects at her position during the 3SSB summer circuit, recently wrapping things up at the Palmetto Road Championships held in Rock Hill, S.C.
Torkelson hits two home runs to finish sweep against Bats
TOLEDO — Sunday afternoon, the Toledo Mud Hens looked to complete a series sweep against the Louisville Bats. Toledo walked it off the night prior with a bases loaded walk to secure their fifth straight win. The Hens took an early lead in this one, but the Bats didn’t back down. In the end, The Mud hens were able to pull through with the 10-5 win, thanks to one particularly hot bat in Spencer Torkelson.
JCPS bus driver sticks with district 'because of the kids'
Danyle Lynch became a Jefferson County Public School bus driver because of the job's benefits, but she's stayed for eight years because of her love for the kids she picks up and drops off each day — even as the district makes changes that affect her own children. Lynch is one of about...
KHSAA football season is almost here. Meet 10 of the top QBs in Louisville area for 2024
As the 2024 high school football season approaches, two quarterbacks in Louisville are looking to lead their teams to repeat state championships. Sophomore Zane Johnson is back to lead a Trinity squad seeking its second straight Class 6A title. Senior Connor Hodge is the new quarterback at Christian Academy, which will try to...
Louisville bourbon bar named one of the best bars in America
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A Highlands bourbon bar is being recognized as one of the best bars in the nation. USA Today released its list of the Bars of the Year on Monday, and among the 27 businesses listed was Louisville's own Neat Bourbon Bar & Bottle Shop. "These bars...
Louisville tips off the Pat Kelsey era in the Bahamas tonight
NASSAU, Bahamas - The setting is a ballroom inside the Baha Mar Convention, Arts & Entertainment Center. Take 25 steps into the ballroom and you are standing on a basketball court, in the middle of the room. Two benches for the teams, a small media table, and about 150 chairs will be used for the bleachers that are set up behind the benches.
Anchorage Paramedic Drowns At Barren River Lake
A Louisville-area paramedic died while swimming at Barren River Lake on Monday afternoon. The man was identified as 35 year-old Christian Smith, from Louisville. Cody Fox with Kentucky Fish and Wildlife said a call came in around 3:25 p.m., and a man was later recovered in a cove near the state park.
Home Appliance Maker Expanding Louisville Facility
The world’s largest producer of home appliances is expanding its operations in Louisville. Hollenbach Oakley announced Monday it plans to grow Midea America’s footprint at its facility in Blankenbaker Station nearly fivefold. The project is expected to create 110 new jobs. Louisville-based commercial real estate firm Hollenback Oakley...
Woman Dies After Hit By Multiple Cars On I-65
A 32-year-old woman was identified Monday as the person who died Friday morning after being hit by multiple vehicles on Interstate 65 North at Outer Loop. Louisville Metro Police officers responded around 11:40 a.m. to find a woman lying in the road beneath the Outer Loop overpass. Spokesperson Aaron Ellis said she was hit by multiple vehicles.
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