09.12.2024

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🌹 What’s in a name?

3 US towns that are also named Louisville

Louisville, GA is also the seat of Jefferson County. | Photo by Blastoids via Wikimedia Commons.

You may already know about Louisville’s sister cities, but did you know there are 13 other cities in the United States that share Derby City’s name?

They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. Here’s a rundown of some of the other towns called “Louisville, USA” and — most importantly — how they pronounce it.

Louisville, GA

Population: 2,318
Pronunciation: Lewis-ville

First incorporated in 1786, this town was the first permanent capital of the state of Georgia. Like our very own Louisville, it was named for King Louis XVI of France in honor of his backing the US during the Revolutionary War. The similarities don’t stop there — it’s also in Jefferson County and there’s a Lexington, GA about a 90-minute drive away.

Louisville, CO

Population: 20,560
Pronunciation: Lewis-ville

Though it was founded during the gold rush, this town’s primary mining export was coal. Louis Nawatny founded the town in 1878 and named it after himself. Derby City is well known for its German heritage, but Louisville, CO attracted a large population of Italian immigrants during the 19th and 20th centuries.

Louisville, MT

Population: 0
Pronunciation: Unknown

Unfortunately, not all Louisvilles survive the passage of time. There is archaeological evidence of a mining town founded in the late 1800s in Montana as “Louiseville,” though it is alternatively referred to as “Louisville.” It was supposedly named after a woman named Louise Barrette — maybe they also had a Barret(te) Avenue? Despite growing to a sizable population in just a few years, Louiseville was not to last. An 1874 newspaper stated:

“The lumber and logs off the old town of Louisville [sic] have pretty much been utilized in building flumes. There are three souls and a ghost in Louisville.”

Events

Thursday, Sept. 12

Give for Good Louisville | Thursday, Sept. 12 | 12 a.m.-11:59 p.m. | Louisville | Free | Get ready to raise money for communities across Kentucky and Southern Indiana, hosted by the Community Foundation of Louisville.*
Flutter Fest 2024 | Thursday, Sept. 12-Saturday, Sept. 14 | Times vary | Louisville Zoo | $10+ | Celebrate the autumn migration of the monarch butterfly with activities and crafts.

Friday, Sept. 13

Future of Fighting 4 | Friday, Sept. 13 | 7 p.m. | Fourth Street Live | $40+ | See new and returning fighters go head to head in a night of MMA matches.
Studio Connections | Friday, Sept. 13-Sunday, Sept. 22 | Times vary | Louisville Ballet Studios | $40 | Journey through Italy with jubilant excerpts from “Napoli,” be hypnotized by the dreamlike spirits of “La Bayadère,” and witness the world premiere of a new work by Artistic Director Mikelle Bruzina.

Saturday, Sept. 14

Sellersburg Fall Festival and Craft Market | Saturday, Sept. 14 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | Life Center, Sellersburg, IN | Free | Shop hand-made crafts while you enjoy food vendors and live music.
Jazz Fest | Saturday, Sept. 14 | 4-9:45 p.m. | Logan Street Market | $20 | See local jazz musicians, including new talent from UofL’s jazz department, and shop from local vendors
Racing Louisville vs. Angel City FC | Saturday, Sept. 14 | 7:30 p.m. | Lynn Family Stadium | $19+ | Your furry friends are welcome to join you at the game with proceeds going to the Kentucky Humane Society — don’t miss the canine-friendly giveaway, courtesy of Feeders Pet Supply.*

Sunday, Sept. 15

Gaslight Festival Car Show | Sunday, Sept. 15 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | 10000 Block of Taylorsville Rd. | Free | See custom, classic, and exotic cars while you enjoy the rest of the 2024 Gaslight Festival.

Events calendar here

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Cause

How to give back during Give for Good Louisville

A series of images showing Community Foundation of Louisville volunteers during Give for Good Day.

Since Give for Good Louisville launched in 2014, over 160,000 individuals have donated. | Photos provided by Community Foundation of Louisville. Gif created by LOUtoday.

Wanting to do some good in our community? Look no further.

Hosted by the Community Foundation of Louisville, Give for Good Louisville is an online giving day that sparks generosity across Kentuckiana.

Here’s how you can get involved in this year’s event, happening today:

Fundraise | Rally support for your favorite organization directly from friends, family, or coworkers.
Donate online | Discover new nonprofits through local causes and support your favorites. Bonus: Your donation today could be matched dollar-for-dollar or randomly boosted by $1,000 - $20,000.
Attend an event | Get to know local organizations by attending or volunteering at a giving day event like Trivia Night At BizTown.
Spread the word | Show love to your favorite nonprofit on social media using the hashtag #GiveForGoodLou.

Put the fun in fundraising

News Notes

Development

The Metro Council’s Labor, Economic Development, and Appropriations Committee approved a $20.3 million tax incentive for development on the Urban Government Center. The proposal will be up for approval by the full Metro Council next week. (WHAS11)

Civic

Construction has begun at the Community Care Campus, a planned family shelter for people experiencing homlessness. The Smoketown campus will be operated in partnership with Volunteers of America, and will be open as a temporary shelter by the end of December.

Theater

The floating Flotsam River Circus is coming to Derby City this weekend on its 2024 Ohio River Tour. See musicians, acrobats, and puppeteers at Waterfront Park Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 6 p.m. each night — all for free.

Coming Soon

Who’s ready for pub subs? Publix announced another new location near Louisville, this time at a new development in Elizabethtown. This brings the total number of Publix stores in Kentucky to 12, with two more in eastern Louisville. (Louisville Business First)

Eat

Wiltshire Bakery and Cafe is debuting a new share plate menu at its downtown location this Saturday, Sept 14. Try smoked trout tartine with fromage blanc + picked beet herb salad or cheese and charcuterie with Wiltshire lavash. The downtown location opens at 5:30 p.m. on Saturdays.

Art

Two new art collections are coming to the Shapin Nicolas Art Project in J-town. Skylar Smith’s “Thought Forms” is a series of mixed media paper, canvas, and dyed cotton pieces, while “Chromophobia” is a collection curated by Smith + Annie Wharton, which challenges conventional perceptions of culture and gender.

Sports

Through two games, Louisville football is averaging 55.5 points per contest — that’s the highest scoring clip in the ACC. Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from local experts of the Cards with Locked On’s daily podcasts.

Home

There are only two weekends left to see the latest home design + trends at Homearama 2024. Explore 17 new luxury custom-built + model homes located throughout the region. Here’s everything to know before you go.*

Number

$60 million+. That’s how much Give for Good Louisville has raised for local organizations across Kentuckiana in the last decade. Contribute to this year’s event, happening now until 11:59 p.m.*

Eat

Hey foodies: Five Brothers Bar & Kitchen is now open for lunch at the Heaven Hill Bourbon Experience in Bardstown. Stop by to enjoy curated craft cocktails and fast-casual eats, including elevated American deli fare + dishes inspired by the ones served for generations in the Shapira family. Plan your visit.*

Health

Have young athletes in the house? Be sure to get an updated physical. Find your closest UofL Health – Urgent Care Plus location to schedule one.*

Community

Give it up for these good causes

Three Louisville non-profits you may not have heard of

Two white and orange kittens sitting in a window sill

Blue Ridge Animal Rescue and Sanctuary always has cats + dogs looking for the perfect home. | Photo via Blue Ridge Animal Rescue and Sanctuary

Give for Good is a time to support the causes you care about in Derby City, but we know LOU loves to be extra charitable.

We’ve rounded up the Give for Good campaigns of three lesser-known nonprofits that are worth your support.

Be Like Mike | $1,000 goal
Founded in honor of the late Dr. Mike Presley, this nonprofit funds a medical school scholarship and gives back to Mike’s home community of Shively.

Blue Ridge Animal Rescue + Sanctuary | Ongoing campaign
Located in Goshen, this volunteer-run organization helps animals find the right home through targeted plans tailored to their unique situations.

More Than A Smile | $50,000 goal
This organization is dedicated to helping kids overcome systemic barriers to academic success through tutoring, mentorship, and mental health support.

Asked

We all know time is money. Do you know of an organization in need of volunteers?

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Declan

From the editor

I saw The 502s in concert this week at the Mercury Ballroom on their Great American Road Trip tour, and what a show.

Despite the name, The 502s aren’t from here in Louisville. The name originates from lead singer Eddie Isola’s childhood house number in Maitland, FL. But he told the crowd he thinks of Derby City as the band’s adopted home.

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