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The history of Girl Scouts in Louisville
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Declan Lowthian
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Join the sourdough revolution in Louisville
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A festive parade float themed "Irish Fivi-O" features people dressed in green and police-themed attire, waving and celebrating. The float is decorated with an Irish flag, gold coins, and cityscape imagery with police badges. A person in a green and white striped prisoner costume with a colorful wig stands at the edge, adding to the lively atmosphere. The parade is taking place on a street lined with leafless trees and a church visible in the background, under an overcast sky.
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Your guide to Louisville’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade
From pro tips to paddy parties, it’s your lucky day.
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Katie Molck
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A guide to Louisville’s extraordinary parks
We’re highlighting the top parks that Louisville has to offer — complete with splash pads, playgrounds, walking trails, and dog-friendly spaces.
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Lennie Omalza
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8 local ways to get kids to love reading
How do you get kids to read more? By making it fun. Louisville is the perfect place to get those pages turning.
March 4, 2025
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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6 local events to celebrate Women’s History Month
Save the date for these empowering discussions, events, and exhibits in Derby City.
February 28, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
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You’re invited to a VIP Movie Premiere Party at Kentucky Derby Museum
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Meet Louisville’s cinematic stars — past and present
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February 27, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
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Dwain Lee: Louisville’s newest mystery author
From coal miner to architect to minister to now mystery author, Louisville’s Dwain Lee has done it all.
February 26, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
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