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Travel and Outdoors
Which cities share Louisville’s latitude and longitude?
Directly north, east, south, and west of LOU, cities across the world await.
March 27, 2026 02:08 PM
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Patrick Sidwell
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City
Olmsted Parks Conservancy picks design group for the Beargrass Preserve Master Plan
The 25-acre expansion at Cherokee Park is the first in over 130 years.
February 15, 2023
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Katie Molck
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Airports and Transportation
How bike friendly is Louisville
We take a closer look at Louisville’s bike score, and how we can increase bicycle-friendliness in Derby City.
February 14, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Culture
Drive down one of Louisville’s last remaining cobblestone streets
And it’s one bumpy ride.
February 6, 2023
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Katie Molck
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Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport’s expanded services open the doors to more destinations for Louisvillians.
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Airports and Transportation
Louisville lands $21 million grant for safe roads and streets
The $21 million grant will go towards resizing ten corridors in Louisville.
February 2, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Travel and Outdoors
The 2023 celestial calendar for Louisville, KY
Don’t miss any of this year’s meteor showers, supermoons, or solar eclipses.
January 10, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Travel and Outdoors
Vote for Waterfront Park in national contest
It’s the third year in a row it’s been nominated.
January 10, 2023
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Katie Molck
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See four destinations that prove winter is the best time to travel
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Winter gardening tips for Louisville, KY
How to prepare your garden and what to plant in the winter months.
January 4, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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A white hanging sign with all caps serif font reads Nook & Nowhere, Bookstore, Bar, Cafe. It hangs on a brick wall with a black iron bar.
Culture
Here comes trouble: Trouble Bar transforms into Nook & Nowhere
Take a look at what is new for this acclaimed bourbon and whiskey bar.
February 13, 2025
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Culture
We asked ChatGPT to roast Louisville
And the AI chatbot didn’t hold back.
February 12, 2025
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Katie Molck
A close-up of three elegantly crafted coffee beverages served in stylish glass mugs on a dark marble countertop. The two larger drinks have a frothy, creamy top with cinnamon dusting—one garnished with a dried berry, the other adorned with a dried strawberry slice and a small heart decoration on a cocktail pick. The smaller central drink is a rich espresso-based beverage with a thick layer of whipped cream, chocolate drizzle, and a cherry garnish. A blurred red floral arrangement in the background adds a romantic ambiance, while heart-shaped decorations and a red straw rest on the counter.
Food
14 coffee drinks for Valentine’s Day in Derby City
Kickstart your heart with these caffeinated bevvies.
February 12, 2025
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Katie Molck
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Culture
Louisville’s newest landmark is about to ‘SPARK’
A new art installation at Louisville Visual Art is set to be lit this weekend.
February 10, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
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Wellness
Step inside Louisville’s new salt therapy center
Do yoga while breathing in salt, take an infrared sauna, or steam in a barrel imported all the way from Siberia.
February 10, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
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City
See the $5 million Riverside Farnsley-Moremen Landing renovation
The expanded visitor’s center will bring more space to the museum.
February 7, 2025
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Jeff Milby
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City
4 things you didn’t know about PARC
The Parking Authority of River City oversees parking regulations, electric vehicle charging, and metering, and more.
February 6, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
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City
Check it out: The history (and future) of the Parkland Library
This West End library is re-opening after 40 years.
February 6, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
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Sports
Meet Louisville’s historic NFL team
The Louisville Brecks won just one NFL game during their three-year tenure in the 1920s.
February 5, 2025
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Jeff Milby
A band playing music.
Culture
Plan ahead for Bourbon & Beyond + Louder Than Life
Louisville’s two biggest music festivals are still months away, but it pays to be prepared.
February 5, 2025
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Declan Lowthian