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Jefferson Memorial Forest to host a Saturday of Bluegrass music on May 18

Submitted by Laurel Mallory, News & Digital Producer
Saturday, May 11th, 2013, 9:51pm
Jefferson Memorial Forest to host a Saturday of Bluegrass music on May 18

LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) – Bluegrass music lovers will want to stop by the Jefferson Memorial Forest on Saturday, May 18 between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. for the 9th Annual Forest Fest.

Councilwoman Vicki Aubrey Welch (D-13) is the presenting sponsor. “There is no better place than the Jefferson Memorial Forest to just kick back enjoy a nice spring afternoon and listen to some great music,” she said. “If you have never been to the forest, this is a perfect chance to experience its beauty and join others who know what a special place it is in Louisville Metro.”

Headlining this year’s Forest Fest ‘13 is Della Mae of Boston, Massachusetts. The five member female band is an up-and-coming band that mixes a contemporary sound with traditional Bluegrass.

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Garrison Keillor highlights upcoming season at Iroquois Amphitheater

Submitted by Curtis Tate on Thursday, April 4th, 6:51 pm

LOUISVILLE, KY  – Joined on stage by local performers and musicians, concert promoters, and city officials, Mayor Greg Fischer announced a strong lineup of entertainment for the 75th anniversary season at the Iroquois Amphitheater.

Highlights include the popular Garrison Keillor and his “Prairie Home Companion’s” Radio Romance Tour on July 20. Major music acts include Local Natives, Paul Thorn and Jason Isbell, Gregg Allman and the Louisville-based band Houndmouth, opening the season on April 26.

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The Green Triangle sustainability initiative recruiting volunteers from District 9

Submitted by Laurel Mallory, News & Digital Producer
Tuesday, March 19th, 2013, 8:17am
The Green Triangle sustainability initiative recruiting volunteers from District 9

From Tony Hyatt, Metro Council Spokesman

Louisville, Ky.

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Metro Council helps celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the Iroquois Amphitheater

Submitted by Dustin Vogt on Monday, March 18th, 9:07 am
Metro Council helps celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the Iroquois Amphitheater

From Tony Hyatt, Louisville Metro Council

LOUISVILLE, KY – Metro Council recently passed legislation approving $22,750 for activities at Iroquois Amphitheatre, a Metro Parks Facility.  The funds appropriated through the Neighborhood Development Funds allow Metro Parks to put on an outstanding season to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the Amphitheater.
The Amphitheater was constructed in the spring of 1938 through the Federal Works Progress Administration.  In the early years national performers took the stage including Rosemary Clooney. 

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Louisville mayor appoints new Brightside director

Submitted by Curtis Tate on Thursday, March 14th, 7:09 pm
Louisville mayor appoints new Brightside director

LOUISVILLE, KY – Mayor Greg Fischer has announced that Gina O’Brien is the new executive director of Brightside, the Louisville agency that has long spearheaded litter cleanups, landscaping initiatives and environmental youth education.

“Gina has the background and drive to continue Brightside’s great work in the community and lead the organization in some new directions while working closely with our overall environmental team including our Office of Sustainability, the Louisville Tree Advisory Commission and other partners,” Fischer said.

O’Brien had been executive director of the Muscular Dystrophy Association in Chicago where she managed a staff of 10 people and a budget of nearly $2 million. She joined the organization in 2006 after working in sales and marketing in Chicago and Pittsburgh.

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Past and present: a waterfront view from the 2nd St. bridge

Submitted by Laurel Mallory, News & Digital Producer
Saturday, March 2nd, 2013, 2:17am
Past and present: a waterfront view from the 2nd St. bridge

From Brian Phillips, LG&E and KU News

Louisville, Ky. - This is a photo taken from the 2nd St. bridge in 1922, with a present-day photo shot from the exact location. 

Then (black and white overlay): In 1922, a large new sign on top of Louisville Gas and Electric Company’s Waterside Station establishes Louisville as the "Gateway to the South."

Now (color background): In 2013, the city’s Waterfront has been transformed, in part, with the addition of the YUM! Center.

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Metro Government offers $10,000 in cash prizes for apps that improve Louisville

Submitted by Dustin Vogt on Monday, February 11th, 9:30 pm
Metro Government offers $10,000 in cash prizes for apps that improve Louisville

From Chris Poynter, Louisville Metro Government

LOUISVILLE, KY – Do you have an idea for a smart-phone app that would improve the city?
Metro Government, in partnership with Code for America, is offering $10,000 in cash prizes for apps or computer coding ideas during a Hack-a-thon scheduled for Saturday, February 23. The event is 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at LVL1, located at 814 E. Broadway, and is open to all with unique ideas.

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