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Louisville west end residents raise concerns about Kroger location closing early
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Some Metro Council members gathered at a Kroger in Louisville’s west end, where residents are concerned about that location’s closing time. The Kroger on West Broadway is one of two Kroger stores in the West End of Louisville. They both close at 9 p.m. while several other Kroger locations in the Louisville Metro area close later. Residents say there has been an issue with the Kroger on Broadway closing even earlier.
Long waits, low staffing: Shoppers point out issues at west Broadway Kroger
The Kroger on West Broadway is one of two major grocery stores West End residents rely on. But unexpected early closures at the store are making some shoppers concerned about its future.
Retro Louisville: General Electric announces plans to build Appliance Park
On Saturday morning May 19, 1951, what do you think Louisville residents thought when they opened their Courier-Journal newspaper and saw this bold headline on the front page: “G.E. Selects 700-Acre Site Near Buechel to Construct Multimillion-Dollar Plant”, with a sub-headline: “16,000 Jobs Likely in 3 to 6 Years”
Copper and Kings hosts first ever Butchertown neighborhood block party
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- The Butchertown neighborhood celebrated its community with its first ever block party. Copper and Kings hosted the event focused on businesses and residents from the neighborhood. More than 30 vendors were there with food, drinks and lots of goods and services. There was music and plenty...
Groundhog unearths Louisville's centuries-old trash, leading to treasure
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Louisville’s trash from 120 years ago is coming back to life as a treasure trove of history. Everything has been beautifully cleaned of century-old dirt by Patrick Donley, who says Louisville at the time looked like this, “Every third corner was a bar or a pharmacy.”
Where to celebrate 4th of July in Louisville, southern Indiana
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - The Louisville area knows how to celebrate Independence Day. Whether you’re searching for the best fireworks around or for a fun place to relax, here’s a list of some local Fourth of July celebrations:. The free festival begins at 5 p.m., fireworks at 10...
Greater Louisville Fourth of July Fireworks And Events In 2024
Experience the magic of Independence Day in the Louisville area, when the night sky transforms into a dazzling display of colors and patterns. Whether you're a local resident or a visitor, there are a number of fantastic spots to watch fireworks light up the evening sky on the 4th of July.
There’s a New Mobster-Themed BNB in KY and It’s ‘Untouchable’
Bed & breakfast inns have come a long way over the years. Once, they were quaint, idyllic little places with four-poster beds, tea service in the lobby, and specialty breakfasts. While all that may still be true, the concept has exploded. For one thing, Airbnb has revolutionized the entire industry....
Louisville firefighters vote in favor of approving contract with city
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - The Louisville Fire Department Union has voted in favor of approving its new contract with the city. According to Louisville Professional Firefighter Union Local 54 President Jeff Taylor, the Saturday vote ended with 272 in favor to 178 against. 450 ballots were submitted in total of the 463 people eligible to vote.
Louisville is creating a new economic development corporation. An ethics complaint cries foul.
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) – A new economic development group backed by Mayor Craig Greenberg’s administration plans to officially form next week, a move that comes as an ethics complaint targets the initiative. The Louisville Economic Development Alliance received $1.5 million in start-up funds in the recently approved city...
Riders of TARC in Louisville struggling with cuts that begin Sunday, more cuts possible
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- TARC buses are a lifeline for many people in Louisville, but starting Sunday, it's going to be harder to catch one. News that the Transit Authority of River City is making necessary cuts to service brought one Louisville man to tears, as he waited for a bus.
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