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Coal and gas plants aren't the solution to power outages. LG&E needs a better way.
Winter Storm Elliott hit the eastern portion of the US from December 23-25, 2022. As the storm moved across Kentucky, it transitioned from rain to ice then snow. In Louisville, temperatures dropped from the mid-40s to sub-zero. In response, millions of households across Kentucky turned up their heat, straining the grid and making it hard for utility companies to provide enough electricity to keep everyone’s power on.
'It's a joy.' Plehn's Bakery, a Louisville icon, celebrates 100 years of sweet memories
Maybe that’s why it takes a moment for anyone to describe what it is about this place that has been around for 100 years. On their faces, you can see it’s one of those moments where looking away seems better, because they’re trying to get the words right, or maybe they’re trying not to cry.
Sundance Film Festival narrows down host cities — from Louisville to Santa Fe — for future years
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Sundance Institute on Friday announced six finalists in its search for a new host location for the influential film festival. After 40 years in Park City, Utah, the festival is eyeing locations across the country for festivals starting in 2027 when its existing contract will be up for renewal. The snowy mountain town, along with Salt Lake City, will still be home to the 2025 and 2026 festivals, and the Utah cities are one of the six options for future festivals. The other five finalists are Atlanta; Cincinnati; Boulder, Colorado; Louisville, Kentucky, and Santa Fe, New Mexico. These cities are moving along in the selection process after a competitive request for proposal phase that started in May and saw submissions from across the country. The potential host cities were selected for their ability to support the film festival’s growth and they will continue to be evaluated on each city’s infrastructure, accessibility, event venues and logistical capabilities, as well as their alignment with Sundance’s values.
Here are the final 6 cities Sundance could move to in 2027
LOS ANGELES - The Sundance Institute has announced six finalist cities in its search for a host site for the Sundance Film Festival beginning in 2027. Along with the festival's longtime home in Park City and Salt Lake City, Utah, the other cities under consideration are Atlanta; Boulder, Colorado; Cincinnati; Louisville, Kentucky; and Santa Fe, New Mexico.
National labor board overrules Indiana company's objections, affirms employees' union vote
The National Labor Relations Board this week overruled a metal powder manufacturing company’s objections to a successful unionization vote by its workers. The ruling means the union will now be able to move forward in the collective bargaining process. Workers at Metal Powder Products in Campbellsburg voted in April...
Free Family Movie Night Planned Aug. 2
Families of the public and employees of GKN are invited to a free showing of the Disney/Pixar movie "Inside Out" on Friday, August 2, after sunset, around 9:30 p.m., at the Hilltop Plaza Courtyard, 190 W. Becks Mill Road, Salem. The event is sponsored by Staff Management, an agency that handles staffing for GKN Sinter Metals in Salem.
Jim McIntosh Remembers The First Race At Salem Speedway
I recently had the pleasure to interview Jim McIntosh, an original spectator of the first race at the Salem Speedway in 1947. McIntosh now 86 years old, and he was nine years when he saw his first race at the Speedway. He attended with his grandfather, James McIntosh. The speedway...
National Ice Cream Day | Here's where you can find deals on cold treats in Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — No matter how old you are, ice cream is the perfect treat to soothe your soul during hot weather. Sunday marks National Ice Cream Day and WHAS11 has put together a list of shops in the area offering deals to mark the day. The company is...
Team News: Bloomer earns start as 1 of 2 Racing lineup changes
Goalkeeper Jordyn Bloomer is set to make her first home start in a Racing Louisville kit in today’s 8 p.m. ET matchup against Mexican club CF Monterrey in the opening game of the inaugural NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup. The 26-year-old Bloomer is one of two changes...
Judy Nale, age 85, of Salem
Judy Nale, age 85, of Salem, passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, July 18, 2024, at her residence. Born October 8, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Lee and Mildred Stewart. She was a member of the American Legion Post 41, the Moose Lodge, and a life member...
$8 happy hour: P.F. Chang's celebrates birthday with prizes and special menu launch
P.F. Chang’s is launching a happy hour menu with $8 cocktails and appetizers. The new Lucky 8 Happy Hour will debut Friday to celebrate the Asian culinary chain’s 30th birthday, and includes new cocktails and smaller sizes of favorite apps. The chain's gold and platinum rewards members will get double points on in-store purchases through Tuesday as part of the celebration and there will be weekly social media giveaways from July 26-Aug. 17.
What channel is The Ville on today? How to watch Louisville TBT team vs Bellarmine alumni
The Basketball Tournament (TBT) begins its second summer in Louisville with a crosstown showdown. The Ville, a group of primarily former U of L players, faces off against a team representing Bellarmine, UKnighted, on Saturday afternoon at Freedom Hall. Coached by former Cardinals star Reece Gaines, The Ville's roster includes the likes...
JCPS bus drivers feeling way more confident despite looming lawsuit
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The start of the 2024-25 school year for Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) is less than three weeks away. Bus drivers are about to begin practicing their brand new routes, giving them one additional week of practice compared to last year. “I think everything is going...
Louisville nonprofit celebrates 6 years of helping homeless women and children
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A Louisville nonprofit celebrated six years of helping homeless women and children with a cookout on Friday. United Partners for Women and Children, also known as "UP," provides a day shelter and support services. The organization opened its doors in 2018. It helps connect women and...
Flights at Louisville airport impacted by 'global technology issues' causing delays for travelers
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Many flights going in and out of Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport on Friday were either canceled or delayed due to a worldwide technology outage. Many airlines operating out of Louisville SDF grounded flights Friday morning. Though officials said airport systems and security checkpoints are now...
PGA Tour expected to move annual summer tournament to Hurstbourne Country Club in Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- The PGA Tour's ISCO Championship is expected to be played at Hurstbourne Country Club in Louisville starting next year, several sources confirmed to WDRB News. Tournament officials said in a news release Thursday that a news conference is scheduled for Tuesday at the club, off Shelbyville...
Kitten rescued from storm drain in Louisville by Metro Animal Services
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A Louisville Metro Animal Services officer saved a kitten stuck in a Louisville storm drain. LMAS posted pictures on Facebook thanking the officer for saving the cat stuck on River Road. The officer crawled through a couple drain holes to look for the cat. Then, the...
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