Plus, the Boxhill Estate is going to auction this week.
 
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Our top 5 August stories

Our most read stories in August
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Get a quick update on what happened in Louisville in August. | Photo by Louisville Tourism
In case you missed it while surviving the heat wave or looking up at the Blue Moon, we shared 30+ stories with you in August — from a Guy Fieri bar crawl to a new outdoor sculpture gallery at the Speed Art Museum. But among all those articles, there were five that seemed to capture your attention the most.

RiverLink transition
A lot of changes are coming to RiverLink as they continue to switch to a new tolling system provider. We put in the leg work and broke down the 5 things you need to know once the transition is complete later this year.

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Peterson Avenue was constructed in 1902 with vitrified bricks laid at an angle in a sand base for traction.

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Photo by LOUtoday

A well-traveled cobblestone street
We originally shared this story in February, but when we shared it again, it apparently hit differently. Garnering over 190,000 views on Facebook, y’all really enjoyed learning about the 121-year-old bumpy slope between Grinstead Drive and Frankfort Avenue — AKA the Peterson Avenue Hill.

Painter’s Row development
A $17.5 million multi-use development announced its plans to redevelop the former masonry and timber warehouses on Lytle Street in the Portland neighborhood. The two buildings will be transformed into office and retail spaces, restaurants, and apartment units.

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An aerial view of Painter’s Row.

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Rendering by Weyland Ventures

$10 lunches
We get it — you gotta eat — but you don’t have to spend a fortune doing it. After some in-field research, we brought you 14 local lunch options that won’t break the bank.

Louisville’s fastest growing companies
Upon the release of the 2023 Inc. 5000 list, we took a deeper look at the 31 Kentucky companies that made the list — including Louisville’s Dan-O’s Seasoning, which ranked the highest.
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Events
Tuesday, Sept. 5
  • Waterfront Park Yoga | Tuesday, Sept. 5 | 7-8 p.m. | Brown-Forman Amphitheater, 1301 River Rd., Louisville | $5 | Find your center at this beginner-friendly outdoor yoga class.
Wednesday, Sept. 6
  • Studio 78 Legends Bourbon Whiskey Tasting | Wednesday, Sept. 6 | 5:30 p.m. | Black Rabbit, 122 Sears Ave., Louisville | Free | Dig into 1970s-themed food and drink specials, a complimentary bourbon tasting + meet with players from the 1978 UK basketball team.
Thursday, Sept. 7
Friday, Sept. 8
  • An Evening with John Cusack | Friday, Sept. 8 | 8 p.m. | Louisville Palace, 625 S. 4th St., Louisville | $39.50-$79.50 | Watch a screening of “Say Anything” followed by a discussion with the actor.
Saturday, Sept. 9
  • Helen’s 73rd 34th Birthday | Saturday, Sept. 9 | 12-11 p.m. | Against the Grain Public House, 1576 Bardstown Rd., Louisville | Free | Celebrate this Highland bar’s resident ghost with special cocktails and scary stories about Helen.
Sunday, Sept. 10
  • CycLOUvia | Sunday, Sept. 10 | 2-6 p.m. | Three Points Loop, Goss Avenue + Logan and Shelby streets, Louisville | Free | Walk, bike, skateboard, or dance through the streets as they’re closed to vehicular traffic.
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Bourbon & Beyond: 3 tips for pairing your bourbon to the music
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Taste your way through Chris’ specially-curated selection of bourbons at the Kroger Big Bourbon Bar. | Photo via Pexels
Heading to Bourbon & Beyond Sept. 14-17? Good choice. Before bourbon sampling (and in between seeing Bruno Mars, The Killers, and 60+ other artists), take tabs on these music-pairing tips from bourbon expert Chris Blandford, who curated an extensive lineup of bourbons for the festival’s Kroger Big Bourbon Bar.

🎸 Match intensity + mood

Think:
  • Rock or blues — bold and oaky bourbon
  • Progressive rock (or other intricate, layered genres) — rich, complex bourbon
  • Jazz — smooth and sweet bourbon
  • Acoustic or folk music — simple, no-fuss bourbon
🥃 Consider flavors

Think about the flavor profile and how it complements the music’s emotions. A bourbon with lots of caramel and vanilla notes might pair nicely with mellow tunes, while a spicier bourbon could resonate with energetic tracks.

🎵 Experiment

Try different bourbons with various music genres to find combinations you enjoy. The goal is to create a harmonious balance that enhances both the bourbon-drinking experience and the enjoyment of the music.
 
 
News Notes
Coming Soon
  • A new speakeasy-style boutique hotel is coming to NuLu above the Please & Thank You coffee shop this fall. The Wondrous World of the Duke will have 16 rooms equipped with kitchens + contactless reception where guests check in on iPads. The hotel will be operated by Life House management group.
Real Estate
  • The historic Boxhill Estate in Glenview will go to auction on Friday, Sept. 8. Bidding on the 120-year-old Georgian Revival-style mansion + seven acres of land will be open through Friday, Sept. 15. The property is currently listed for nearly $5 million and proceeds from the sale will go to Bellarmine University. (Louisville Business First)
Announced
  • Happy Bourbon Heritage Month. To celebrate America’s native spirit, the Kentucky Derby Museum is launching Bourbon & Bridles Events, a new three-part series that runs through November. A Peerless bourbon dinner, food pairing sensory seminar, and Veterans panel are part of the lineup. Each event is $100 or $275 for all three.
Outdoors
  • Louisville Grows’ fall seeds and starts sale is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 9 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at its Portland neighborhood greenhouse. There will be 20+ varieties of cole and root plants, flowers, and herbs for sale — and new this year — a repurposed tool sale.
Festival
  • The 13th annual NuLu Fest block party is back on Saturday, Sept. 23 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. The free family-friendly street fest will include wandering stilt walking + magic tricks, live music, local craft beer, art demonstrations, and food and retail vendors.
Travel
  • Did you know? Any individual who parks at Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) can join SDF Rewards for free. Read: The more you park at the airport, the more points you will earn toward free parking.*
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