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Developments we’re watching
What do you think of the proposal? | Rendering courtesy Branch Properties
There’s so much development news around Derby City that it’s hard to keep track of them all.
To help you keep up with what’s going up in Louisville, we’ve rounded up three development projects we’re watching this year.
Mid City Market
The Highlands landmark that is Mid City Mall spent a long time on the market, but earlier this year plans were revealed for a new development on the site. The old building is set to be demolished this month, with construction to follow.
NuLu Marketplace
This 47,000-sqft mixed use building on Market Street is about to get a whole lot bigger. In a plan unveiled in 2024, the developer Noveen said it would be adding more retail, restaurant, and entertainment space in an expansion behind the marketplace, between Billy Goat Strut Alley and Main Street. Stay tuned for more on the businesses that are expected to move in, including a taco place and a bookstore/wine bar.
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Cultured Cheese Shop will close its East Main Street location on Saturday, March 7. The charcuterie business will continue in some capacity at Copper & Crow starting at the end of March — stay tuned for more details.
Open
Chica’s Cantina is now open on East Main Street, right down the street from Cultured. The restaurant is run by the same folks as Shahar, but serves non-vegan menu items like al pastor + rib eye tacos alongside plant-based options. (WHAS11)
Eat
When one (cellar) door closes... Wiltshire Pantry is rolling out a new line of gourmet chocolate, led by former Cellar Door Chocolate owner Erika Chavez-Graziano. Order online for pickup at any Wiltshire location. (Louisville Business First)
Number
~1,200. That’s how many JCPS positions earn a salary over $100,000. The district plans to cut around 300 jobs from its central office by this summer to help address the ongoing budget shortfall. (WDRB)
Try This
North of Bourbon will serve a Fat Tuesday menu next Tuesday, Feb. 17. Expect fresh oysters, crawfish, catfish, fried chicken gumbo, and king cakes + beignets for dessert, among many, many other menu items. Reservations are available now.
Health
The Norton Leatherman Spine Center performed over 4,000 spinal surgeries last year, serving patients from 29 states. It’s one of only five facilities in the country equipped to perform certain robotics-assisted procedures. (Courier Journal)
Shop
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Angel’s Envy Distillery’s “Sips with Your Sweetheart Bundle” (a thoughtful pairing of Angel’s Envy Bourbon, two coupe glasses, and two boxes of Chimeres chocolates, priced at $89.99). Add a complimentary engraving to make it personal. Available only in-store now through Sunday, Feb. 15.*
Edu
Considering grad school to help advance your career? Join the UofL College of Business for a quick virtual info session and explore flexible seated + online programs starting in August. Sessions happen every Friday at noon — bring your questions and discover the next step in your education journey. Register here.*
Shop
Meet the intimacy gummy: Camino Wild Cherry, the ultimate edible for date night. Heighten sensory experiences and ignite that special spark with a THC gummy that fits seamlessly into your Valentine’s Day plans — without the hangover or bloat of alcohol. Get 20% off a full-size tin with code 6AM20.†*
The Buy
Here’s to your teen’s next big step
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How about that halftime show, huh? In case you missed it, Louisvillians packed Superbowl LX watch parties this weekend to cheer on their team of choice + watch Bad Bunny celebrate Puerto Rico and all the countries of the Americas with the message “The only thing more powerful than hate is love.”
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