12.18.2023

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Movin’ on up

One Park development receives Metro Council approval

The proposed One Park project, in Louisville, Kentucky.

One Park South, half of the project, will occupy a triangular property between Lexington Road and Grinstead Drive. | Image via Louisville Metro Government

A $500 million development has cleared a major hurdle. The Louisville Metro Council approved a tax-increment-financing (TIF) district for the One Park project, near Cherokee Park.

Located at the intersection of Lexington Road and Grinstead Drive, the district encompasses around seven acres of land, currently home to several local business like Le Moo, Game, and Fante’s Coffee.

In development since 2014, the multi-use project is split into two sections — One Park North + One Park South — which would be divided by Lexington Road. The development plans, from JDG Triangle Parnters, LLC, include:

Two residential towers, 15% of which will be affordable housing
Retail + restaurant space
A grocery store
Office space
A 200-room hotel

The One Park North development in Louisville, KY. — One Park North will occupy space on the north side of Lexington Road.
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Image via Louisville Metro Government

The project is expected to cost $554 million. An economic impact study, commissioned by the developers and filed with the ordinance, claims One Park will create ~3,000 construction jobs + indirectly support ~2,400 jobs in the surrounding area.

As part of the TIF deal, the JDG Triangle Partners will receive 80% of the project’s tax revenue over its first 30 years, capped at $114 million — though the money will be withheld until at least $200 million has been put in to the development. The Louisville Metro Government will take in the remaining 20% of tax revenue over that period.

Before construction can begin, the deal will require approval from the state government.

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Events

Monday, Dec. 18

Books & Brews | Monday, Dec. 18 | 6-8 p.m. | Free | Hi-Wire Brewing Louisville, 642 Baxter Ave., Louisville | Renew your library card, take home a free book, and join the library’s adult winter reading program, all while sipping a frosty brew.

Wednesday, Dec. 20

Louisville Cardinals vs. Washington Huskies Women’s Basketball | Wednesday, Dec. 20 | 7 p.m. | KFC YUM! Center, 1 Arena Plaza, Louisville | $7-$50 | See the Cards in action as they return home for this ACC-Pac 12 battle.
Nat King Cole Christmas | Wednesday, Dec. 20 | 7:30 p.m. | Louisville Palace, 625 S. 4th St., Louisville | $44-$105 | Hear holiday classics + iconic hits from the legendary crooner during this tribute concert from the Louisville Orchestra.

Thursday, Dec. 21

Louisville Cardinals vs. Kentucky Wildcats Men’s Basketball | Thursday, Dec. 21 | 6 p.m. | KFC YUM! Center, 1 Arena Plaza, Louisville | $69-$1,500 | It’s another edition of the premier rivalries in all of college basketball as the Cards take on the Cats.
Comedy Night at Gravely | Thursday, Dec. 21 | 7:30-9 p.m. | Gravely Brewing Co., 514 Baxter Ave., Louisville | Free | Drown your giggles in beer as a mix of comics from both Louisville + Nashville take the stage at this Baxter Avenue brewery.

Friday, Dec. 22

Last-Minute Merry Market | Friday, Dec. 22-Sunday, Dec. 24 | Times vary | Logan Street Market, 1001 Logan St., Louisville | Free | Make an 11th-hour gift purchase just before Santa comes down the chimney at this holiday market.

Saturday, Dec. 23

“Elf” Family Movie Day | Saturday, Dec. 23 | 2:30-6 p.m. | Kentucky Science Center, 727 W. Main St., Louisville | $15-$35 | “Bye buddy, hope you find your dad” — bring the kids to this Christmas classic on a four-story screen, while sipping hot cocoa + munching popcorn.

Sunday, Dec. 24

The Brown-Forman Nutcracker | Monday, Dec. 18-Sunday, Dec. 24 | Times vary | The Kentucky Center, 501 W. Main St, Louisville | $39.20 | Join Marie and her Nutcracker prince as they journey to the magical world of the Sugar Plum Fairy in “The Brown-Forman Nutcracker,” a delight for all ages with a distinctly Kentucky flavor.*

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Cause

4 ways you can help Louisvillians with brain injuries heal

a tin embossing of a hedgehog with sunflowers

The sales of jewelry and artwork, created by founder Deborah Krupp, also help support the foundation. | Photo provided by Gemassist Brain Awareness Foundation

We recently introduced you to the Gemassist Brain Awareness Foundation, which helps Louisvillians with neurological conditions access the best rehabilitation treatments + medical research to improve their recovery.

Did you know there’s more than one way you can support the organization? Here’s how:

Buy art + jewelry created by founder Deborah Marie Krupp (80% of proceeds go to Gemassist)
Sponsor a Gemassist Brain Awareness Foundation event
Volunteer to help raise awareness
Make a donation

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News Notes

Weather

The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for Louisville and the surrounding area from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. today. The forecast is calling for scattered strong snow showers, with less than a half an inch of accumulation. Be careful on the roads.

Featured

Louisville’s foodie scene is up for an award, and you can help make it happen. River City is one of four cities being considered for having “the most exciting food scene right now,” by foodie site Eater. Vote for LOU through 12 p.m. today.

Outdoors

A pair of Louisville parks are in the midst of makeovers. Restoration work is underway at the pond in Chickasaw Park thanks to funding from the American Rescue Plan. Plus, workers planted new trees at Waterfront Park last week.

Legacy

The Scnhitzelburg community is mourning the death of Gary Allen, a local business owner + community leader who may be best remembered as the MC for the annual Dainty Contest. Allen owned The Place to Go Hairstyling and served as president of the Schnitzelburg Area Community Council for many years.

Number

$150,000. That’s the price tag of the luxury, 150th Kentucky Derby package at the downtown Louisville Marriott. The package includes private jet for travel, six bottles of bourbon, two $1,000 mint juleps served in sterling silver cups, and tickets to both the Oaks and Derby. (WDRB)

Pets

What’s your favorite dog breed? Chances are, it’s a German Shepherd. According to the American Kennel Club, German Shepherds are the most popular dogs in Kentucky. (USA Today)

Shop

Get holiday-ready with Kroger’s holiday tips + tricks (and coupons) — plus, wow the crowds with these creative holiday recipes (think: Pancetta-Wrapped Beef Tenderloin, Wild Mushroom Stuffing, Ugly Sweater Cupcakes, Alpine Mint Hot Cocoa + more).*

Seasonal

Is it plugged in?

These LOU residential light displays would make Clark Griswold proud

This home on Clay Street in Shelby Park lights displays lights synced with music. | Photo courtesy of Lapis Laser

While Lights Under Louisville racks up awards, and Light Up Louisville is an annual Derby City holiday tradition, we know that Louisvillians don’t just leave it to the professionals.

Here are a few homes across town that went full Clark Griswold this year.

1249 S. Clay St.
This Shelby Park home designed by local DJ and laser artist Garrett Crabtree Jr. lights up in sync with holiday music, which you can hear by tuning your radio to 89.9 FM.

219 Blackburn Ave.
The displays at this Crescent Hill home aren’t just reserved for the holiday season — it goes all out year round, including for Halloween.

1542 Lincoln Hill Way
The residents at this home near Long Run Park have a name for the light show that covers their home: Louisville Aurora.

Windemere Place
There’s so many brightly lit homes on this South End street, we couldn’t pick just one.

The Buy

The Buy 12.18.23 (Affiliate + Six & Main)

A great game you can break out with the family this holiday season. Learn the rules to “Ransom Notes” in under a minute and get ready for belly laughs.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Jeff

From the editor

This time of year, my living room is decorated by a store-bought, plastic Christmas tree.

However, after one Kentucky family recently found a baby owl in their tree, we might be switching to the real thing. Hoo wouldn’t want to find such a cute surprise?

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