Last week, I received an email from a reader asking about genealogy resources in Louisville. If you’re looking to do a little family digging, here are some places to start:
ROOTS 101 Family Legacy Center | This new service by the downtown museum includes access to a database called FamilySearch. You can sign up online for a 30-minute free session.
LFPL | Library cardholders can access historical maps and other documents to help piece together the puzzle.
Know of another resource I missed? Reply to this email and let me know.
Preliminary renderings are here for Mid City Market, the planned development for the current Mid City Mall site. Developers say the area will include a grocery store, a library, and a new public green space. The next opportunity for public engagement will be a Highlands Commerce Guild meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 28.
Listen
Remember when almost every artist would release live albums? Streaming has drastically changed our access to live music, but we can still reminisce on the best examples from history. An album is good, but the real thing is better — as you’ll discover at Louisville’s music venues. (The Guardian)
Holiday
Valentine’s Day is around the corner. If you’re planning a swanky date night, lock in a table at one of Louisville’s buzzy new restaurants while you still can. Flying solo or hanging out with friends? Check out our events calendar for happenings that’ll make the night unforgettable.
Eat
Which food best represents Texas? According to a new Talker Research survey of 5,000 Americans, it’s fried chicken — no surprise there. Who do you think has the best fried chicken in LOU? Reply to this email and let us know.
Finance
The Internal Revenue Service will start processing 2025 tax returns today. Once you get around to it, the IRS has some tips to make the process as smooth as possible.If you get some money back, Louisville’s best lunch deals are a way to celebrate.
Mansion Monday
The Super Bowl lineup is set — who are you rooting for? Stay tuned for local game day deals and places to watch. Here’s an idea: If you buy this recently listed home, you can watch the game in the movie theater.
Sports
All eyes will be on the ACC come March. Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from local experts of the Cardinals with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
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Earlier this month, I saw the new Gus Van Sant movie “Dead Man’s Wire” in the theater. A kind reader sent me an email to let me know that Van Sant wasn’t the only local involved in the production. Daniel R. Hill plays Tony’s brother in the film, and also got his start right here in town, including performing with Kentucky Shakespeare.
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