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New study in Rubbertown

New $1 million air pollution study in Rubbertown
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The new study is designed to be a direct comparison to the similar West Louisville Air Toxics Study from the early 2000s. | Photo by Louisville Tourism
Louisville’s Rubbertown area will be the site of a new toxic emissions study thanks to funding from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

The Louisville Metro Air Pollution Control District (APCD) and its partners received the $1 million EPA grant as part of the Environmental Justice Government-to-Government program.

The money will fund a three-year project dubbed Ambient Air Toxics and Health Action for the Rubbertown Area, which will monitor air pollution in the West End and also sample wastewater — a new approach for monitoring exposure to pollution.

The study’s results will be used to develop policy recommendations to reduce pollutant exposure + help medical professionals improve early detection and treatment options for affected residents.

The new project comes nearly 20 years after the West Louisville Air Toxics Study that resulted in the Toxic Air Reduction (STAR) program in 2005. One of the most stringent local toxic air emission reduction programs in the country, STAR has helped drop ~80% of toxic air contaminants in the area.

Rubbertown refers to the chemical industrial complex near the Park Duvalle and Lake Dreamland neighborhoods in the West End. It’s Louisville’s largest source of industrial emissions and gets its name from the tire and synthetic rubber plants that were built there during World War II near existing oil refineries. Today, there are 11+ plants that produce various chemicals and materials. Learn more about the companies and what they produce.

When the study begins, a website will be created to keep the Louisvillians informed on the progress. In the meantime, APCD has a series of workshops you can attend to get further insight on the agency’s work.

Bonus: To learn more about the effects Rubbertown has on area residents, watch this 2016 documentary.
 
Events
Wednesday, Nov. 8
  • Transformative Luxury | Wednesday, Nov. 8 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Medical Transformation Center, 13111 Eastpoint Park Blvd., Louisville | Free | Learn more about healthy aging and feeling fit during this showcase with food and drinks + a flower bar, hair styling, and more.
Thursday, Nov. 9
Friday, Nov. 10
  • Louisville Book Festival | Friday, Nov. 10-Saturday, Nov. 11 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Kentucky International Convention Center, 221 S. 4th St., Louisville | Free | Meet over 100 authors + check out exhibitors and presenters.
Saturday, Nov. 11
  • Kentucky Veterans Day Parade | Saturday, Nov. 11 | 12-3 p.m. | Jefferson Street, Between 2nd and 7th streets, Louisville | Free | See restored and active duty military vehicles from the surrounding area drive through downtown.
Sunday, Nov. 12
  • The Louisville Leopard Percussionists | Sunday, Nov. 12 | 2-3 p.m. | Speed Art Museum, 2035 S. 3rd St., Louisville | Free | Experience a high-energy performance from this musical group made up of Louisville kids.
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Today Is
  • General Election Day. Jefferson County voters can catch a free TARC ride to the polling sites, which will be open 6 a.m.-6 p.m. Kentucky governor, auditor, secretary of state, and agriculture commissioner are all on the ballot. See your voting location + sample ballot.
Open
  • Eat, drink, and sing your heart out at the new Miki’s Karaoke Bar in Clifton. Located in the former Jake & Elwood’s restaurant at 2230 Frankfort Ave., Miki’s is serving up a full bar + authentic fast Korean food priced $7-$18. Let loose on the lighted stage seven days a week.
Announced
  • Shake, shake, shake. KC and The Sunshine Band is coming to the home of the disco ball this spring. The 1970s disco sensation will play at the Louisville Palace Theatre on Saturday, March 16. Tickets to boogie with the band on their 50th anniversary tour start at $53.
Community
  • Through February, Louisville Zoo guests can get discounted admission when they bring non-perishable food items to donate to Dare to Care Food Bank. The annual promotion started in 2009 and has since collected ~30,000 pounds of food, which is almost the same weight as five male rhinoceros.
Closing
  • After 26 years of serving lunch to the downtown area, the Manhattan Grill will serve its last burger on Friday, Nov. 17. The New York-themed restaurant opened in 1997 and dished out sandwiches, soups, salads, and desserts. The decision to close comes after the owner Mitch Lary announced his retirement. (WHAS11)
Drink
  • Margaritas never go out of style at Galaxie bar in NuLu. This month the NuLu bar is shaking up a smoked apple marg to compliment the fall season. Get a taste during lunch or dinner Tuesday-Sunday.
Seasonal
  • Speaking of Galaxie… the annual holiday pop-up bar Miracle on Market will return to the shared space on Tuesday, Nov. 21. The usual kitschy Christmas cocktails like the Carol Barrel will make a comeback, but keep an eye out for a new Krampus-themed drink.
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  • Discover unparalleled speech clarity with this advanced, state-of-the-art hearing aid. With crystal-clear sound and a sleek, discreet German design, those experiencing hearing impairment can enjoy clear speech with minimum background distractions, even in the noisiest environments. Try the 45-day, no-risk trial.*
 
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Learn about Cuba this month

New library series spotlights Louisville’s many cultures
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The new series is a partnership with Kentucky Refugee Ministries + Americana World Community Center. | Photo by LOUtoday
The Louisville Free Public Library’s new event series Celebrating Our Neighborhood kicks off this week. Each month, the free program will highlight a culture from within LOU’s various immigrant and refugee populations, beginning with Cuban Americans.

Check out these four free happenings this November — just be sure to register in advance.

The History of Cuba: The 1959 Cuban Revolution
Wednesday, Nov. 8, 6:30 p.m. | Main Library

University of Kentucky historian Dr. Devyn Spence Benson will provide a historical tour of Cuba, demonstrating how the largest island in the Caribbean played a crucial role in the development of the Americas.

The Dance of Cuba
Thursday, Nov. 9, 6:30 p.m. | Southwest Regional Library

No partner or experience is required to attend this class that will showcase Cuban steps, like salsa, rumba and mambo.

Bonus: A Spanish language interpreter will be available at all events.
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Last week, we asked “What’s your favorite LOUtoday ghost story?” and here’s what you said:
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See the Witches’ Tree on the corner of 6th Street and Park Avenue in Old Louisville.

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The top two spooky stories you all liked the most were The Seelbach’s “Lady in Blue” (44%) and the Witches’ Tree (41%) in Old Louisville.
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