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Stories of Kentucky’s Black Trailblazers Come to Life Through New Augmented Reality Experience
Six Kentucky tourism agencies have partnered on a new project that tells the stories of numerous black trailblazers in Kentucky. The Kentucky Black Trailblazers experience, a multi-county augmented reality (AR) showcase, celebrates the influential black figures who shaped the history of the Commonwealth and beyond. Preserving History. The Kentucky Black...
Select Super Showcase & Run For The Roses Standouts "Part One" (Louisville, KY)
The Midwest was well represented in Louisville and Ohio this past weekend. From 2025s who stood out on the big stage to 2028s who put a stamp on their arrival on the circuit, the Midwest will be a hot bed for recruiting for the next few years, and we have some high-powered names to lead the way. Here are a few who took advantage of their week on the road—PART ONE!!
Louisville man arrested for making threats against Butchertown bar on social media, police say
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — A man has been arrested in connection to a social media threat made against a Louisville bar last week. The Whirling Tiger in the Butchertown neighborhood had to cancel its Feed Louisville Benefit Concert over the weekend after receiving threats from someone someone saying they had explosive plans for the building and threatened to beat people's heads in with a hammer.
State task force starts discussions on future of JCPS. Here's what to know
A state task force focused on Jefferson County Public Schools held its first meeting Monday in Frankfort, where district leaders testified before members tasked with deciding the fate of the state's largest school district. The task force has drawn criticism since it was initially proposed, including from JCPS Superintendent Marty...
UPDATE: Bellarmine professor fired following ‘Libs of TikTok’ post, bomb threat on campus
After the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, a right-wing social media account has targeted users across the country for their statements online, including a professor at Bellarmine University in Louisville.
Honor Flight Bluegrass accepting veterans' applications for September trip
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Honor Flight Bluegrass is recruiting World War II and Korean War veterans from Kentucky and Indiana for a flight in September. The local nonprofit takes U.S. veterans to Washington to visit war memorials at no cost to them. The veterans are 90 years and older. According...
Home prices still on the rise in Kentucky and southern Indiana
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Home prices are still trending up in the greater Louisville area, according to data released by the Greater Louisville Association of Realtors. Despite higher list prices, the number of homes sold in greater Louisville in the second quarter of 2024 also rose compared to the same quarter a year ago. 2,676 homes sold this year compared to 2,623 in 2023.
Louisville Metro Housing Authority Board approves vouchers to help residents, low-income households
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Residents at Dosker Manor are one step closer to leaving the complex. The Louisville Metro House Authority (LMHA) Board approved 997 project-based voucher (PBVs) awards on Tuesday. This means anyone living in LMHA's Legacy properties, like Dosker Manor, will be eligible for replacement housing with the help of the PBVs.
Krispy Kreme files for 'exploratory' demolition permit after fire damaged Bardstown Road location
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Owners of the Krispy Kreme on Bardstown Road filed for a permit to demolish part of the building after a fire significantly damaged it earlier this year. The company applied for an "exploratory" demolition permit, meaning crews would likely take down part of the building in...
Nonprofit donates $10K to help find children with medical conditions who wander away from home
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Kosair for Kids (KFK) has honored their mission to help children by donating $12 million to organizations who will provide life-changing assistance to children within the nine counties they serve. On Tuesday, the nonprofit gave more than $10,000 to the Jefferson County Search Dog Association (JCSDA).
Pleasure Ridge Park Fire District celebrates $5 million in funding for new headquarters
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The Pleasure Ridge Park Fire District is celebrating a massive boost in funding that will go toward the department's new headquarters. According to the fire department, the new headquarters will be located at 6770 Dixie Highway, near Kerrick Lane. The station's current headquarters is located on Stonestreet Road.
SEVERE RISK & FLOOD WATCH: Locations Included & Timing Out Storms...
The humidity is so thick you can cut it with a knife! That's why where it rains, it will pour over the next 24 hours. As a result, a Flood Watch is in effect for Louisville and points north until 2 PM Wednesday. Efficient rainfall producers can quickly cause rain to collect on roads leading to hazardous travel conditions. I would urge you to use caution, especially tonight in areas south of the watch because that's where I think the heaviest rain will fall. That may be confusing looking at the placement of the current watch and I totally understand. I'm just not convinced Indiana should be included. A southern expansion would be more logical in this scenario.
UofL Health-Mary & Elizabeth Hospital celebrates 150 years of service to the community
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A south Louisville hospital is celebrating 150 years of service to the community. UofL Health marked the 150th anniversary of Mary & Elizabeth Hospital on Tuesday. The hospital was originally founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth in 1874 after the Civil War. A century...
Who’s That Girl? Shahrzad Javid
Shahrzad Javid is a dynamic connector and a powerhouse in the realms of hospitality, tourism, and events. As the Executive Assistant at the iconic Kentucky Derby Museum, she brings organizational finesse and a fervent passion for creating memorable experiences. At the heart of Louisville’s most celebrated event, Shahrzad’s role is more than just a job—it’s her calling to share the city’s charm and excitement with the world.
STING added to Bourbon and Beyond Lineup
17-time Grammy Award winning icon Sting is set to make his much-anticipated debut at the Bourbon & Beyond festival fronting his new power rock trio, STING 3.0, taking the stage as the new. Thursday night headliner. Danny Wimmer Presents is thrilled to announce this exciting addition to the World’s Largest...
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