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Business
3 developments we’re watching in 2026
These ongoing projects are all slated to see big updates this year.
February 09, 2026 12:00 PM
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Declan Lowthian
A rendering of proposed developments in the lot adjacent to Louisville's Slugger Field.
Real Estate
Two Louisville development projects one year later.
These two projects were announced this time last year — what’s their status?
December 8, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
The exterior of the main entrance to Mid-CityMall
Real Estate
What’s up with these two real estate projects?
These Louisville development projects have been in the works for years — what’s the latest?
November 4, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
A overhead view of a busy downtown street. Cars are on the road, with buildings standing on either side.
City
This project will ‘remake’ Louisville’s Main Street
Bike lanes + two-way traffic are on the way.
June 3, 2025
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Jeff Milby
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Business
Publix is supermarket sweeping Kentucky
The popular chain has announced plans for its 13th store in the state.
May 5, 2025
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Brent Schanding
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City
Trager MicroForest making progress in downtown Louisville
Founder’s Square is about to be a lot more green.
April 28, 2025
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Brent Schanding
Mayor Craig Greenberg stands at a podium in front of a display meant to invoke stacked bourbon barrels + a sign reading Louisville Downtown Partnership while a room of people sit at round dining tables.
City
6 takeaways from the 2025 State of the Downtown
The Louisville Downtown Partnership’s State of the Downtown outlined the future of the area’s commercial, residential, and civic development.
March 27, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
Rendering of a large rectangular-shaped building with an outdoor cutout in the center. The building is located next to Lynn Family Stadium.
City
Mixed-use development headed to Butchertown
The apartment complex and retail space is set to be built just east of Lynn Family Stadium.
March 25, 2025
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Brianna Williams
A rendering of a large, open-ended building with multiple film sound stages inside, along with an open boulevarde running along its right-hand wall, which is filled with people + large, multicolored spotlight-style lights shining into the sky.
City
Construction to begin on the Louisville Gardens Sound Stages this year
Louisville Gardens is being redeveloped into a 40,000-sqft film and television production studio.
February 21, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
A rendering of an indoor space with casual chairs, a bar counter, a live stage, and a large staircase.
Business
A new food hall + coworking space coming to NuLu
Mashup is the latest NuLu development from Weyland Ventures.
February 19, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
A sign advertising a new development project.
City
See the $5 million Riverside Farnsley-Moremen Landing renovation
The expanded visitor’s center will bring more space to the museum.
February 7, 2025
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Jeff Milby
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Themed sports nights in Louisville this spring
Take to the stadium for these special theme nights from Louisville’s baseball, soccer, and now football teams.
April 13, 2026
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Declan Lowthian
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April 8, 2026
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Declan Lowthian
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Events
Celebrate Arbor Day in Louisville with TreeFest
Take nature hikes, learn how to identify tree species, and take home a free sapling to plant in your yard on Saturday, April 19.
April 6, 2026
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Jeff Milby
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City
How to turn your yard into a managed natural landscape
Louisville’s Code of Ordinances allows managed natural landscapes — under certain conditions.
April 2, 2026
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Declan Lowthian
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Culture
Take a step back in time at Sandbox VR
This new virtual reality experience lets you explore the prehistoric world.
April 1, 2026
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Declan Lowthian
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Events
Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Louisville
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
March 30, 2026
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Jeff Milby
A teal vintage tram travels on a winding track surrounded by blooming cherry blossom trees, creating a serene and picturesque spring scene.
Travel and Outdoors
Which cities share Louisville’s latitude and longitude?
Directly north, east, south, and west of LOU, cities across the world await.
March 27, 2026
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Patrick Sidwell
A field of bluegrass, topped with brown seeds. A bare ridge in the distance is lined with trees.
Why are Louisville’s allergies so bad?
How plant life and geology make for a truly sneezy spring in Derby City.
March 26, 2026
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Declan Lowthian
A softly lit room set up for a yoga class with green yoga mats.
Business
Shop around the block: LOUtoday’s guide to reader-recommended small businesses
Put your money where your community is and help us create a guide to small businesses by submitting your favorite local spots and sharing this page with a friend.
March 24, 2026
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Declan Lowthian
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Arts
Dwain Lee is back with a second book
“Sinner’s Prayer” is the sequel to last year’s “Plausible Deception.”
March 23, 2026
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Declan Lowthian