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Ballardsville, KY · Lifestyle

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Louisville’s Lynn’s Paradise Cafe Spirit Lives On At This Quirky Breakfast Spot With Giant Portions

Louisville has always taken breakfast a little more seriously than most cities. For years, locals lined up at Lynn’s Paradise Cafe for big plates and a playful attitude, and when it closed, a lot of morning people were left looking for a new favorite. Some of that same spirit...

Louisville, KY · 1d

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7 Things Kentuckians Can Legally Do When a Neighbor’s Dog Won’t Stop Barking

A dog that barks nonstop for ten minutes can qualify as a barking dog under Danville’s noise ordinance. These are the things Kentuckians can legally do when a neighbor’s dog won’t stop barking. Note: This is general information, not legal advice. Local ordinances and court rules are...

Kentucky · 1d

The Courier Journal

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Roaches and improper holding temps: 2 Louisville restaurants earn 'C' grade

Two Louisville restaurants inspected between Oct. 26 to Nov. 1 earned a "C" score with a critical violation. Each restaurant in Jefferson County is scored out of a possible 100 points. A score of 85 or above, with no critical violations, will earn a location an "A." A score of 84 or below, or citing one or more critical violations, regardless of the score, will earn a location a "C." According to Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness, a "B" score is given to a facility that has ongoing compliance issues, such as two consecutive failed inspection scores or closure due to an imminent health hazard. Restaurants that earn a "C" and fail will be inspected again by the Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness within seven to 10 days. The following is restaurant inspection data, listed by score and inspection date, for Jefferson County Oct. 26 to Nov. 1. See the entire database of restaurant inspections here. 'C' grade PALERMOS 2 ITALIAN RESTAURAN Address : 938 Baxter Ave. Inspection date : Oct. 26 Score : 92 Violation : INSECTS, RODENTS AND ANIMALS NOT PRESENT: Presence of insects, roaches on/around dish machine area, on/around cold holding units. 'C'

Louisville, KY · 3d

The Coconut Mama

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Done. The 3 most beloved Kentucky restaurants that are now gone

Kentucky’s restaurant landscape has shifted again, following a year that already took several distinctive local favorites off the map. The latest losses include a kaleidoscopic Lexington coffeehouse and two Louisville…

Louisville, KY · 6d

Gourmetory

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Kentucky Residents Say These Are the 5 Best Fast Food Chains in the State. Fair Picks?

Fast food in Kentucky has a different feel than it does in a lot of states. Louisville gave the country KFC, Lexington is a White Castle city, and chains like Culver’s and Chick-fil-A have built strong followings in places like Bowling Green, Florence, and Elizabethtown. Since no readable ranking source was provided, this is not…

Kentucky · 23h

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Cincinnati company to build what's to be world's largest indoor wooden roller coaster

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WKRC) - Kentucky Kingdom says it will open the world’s largest indoor wooden roller coaster in spring 2027. The ride, called Midnight Showdown, will feature 1,130 feet of wooden track inside a building more than three stories tall, the park said. The family-friendly, horse racing-themed coaster will have two trains, each seating 10 riders.

Cincinnati, OH · 8h

Louisville Public Media

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Get to know Krystal Goodner, LPM’s newest host

Krystal Goodner recently joined as LPM’s All Things Considered host. Get to know the newest voice of local news in Louisville.

Louisville, KY · 1d

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This Kentucky Farm’s Sourdough Cinnamon Roll Is So Iconic, People Make Pilgrimages For It

A girl around eight years old learned to bake from her dad’s sourdough starter. Decades later, his name sits on one of the most talked-about cinnamon rolls in Kentucky. The rolls are called Pop’s, and they wear a thick coat of cream cheese frosting. They also sell out early on some days.

Simpsonville, KY · 1d

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This Kentucky University Just Ranked No. 1 For Both Campus And Food, And Its Dorms Aren’t Far Behind

Students here live in rooms that used to be hotel rooms. That alone made me look twice. Then I learned this same school just landed No. 1 in Kentucky for both campus and food. The food rating makes sense once you see who’s cooking. Culinary students train in real professional kitchens on campus.

Louisville, KY · 2d

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This Kentucky Restaurant Has A Loaded Bagel Sandwich Locals Cannot Stop Raving About It

Somewhere between your first bite and your second, you’re going to realize that you’ve been dramatically underestimating what a bagel sandwich can be, and Maya Bagel Express in Louisville, Kentucky is entirely responsible for that revelation. This is the kind of place that turns casual visitors into devoted...

Louisville, KY · 1d

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Got A Sweet Tooth? These 6 Kentucky Bakeries Have Been Making Donuts Before Dawn For Generations

While most of Kentucky is still asleep, a handful of bakers are already rolling dough, frying rings, and glazing trays. These shops are not trendy pop-ups chasing the latest flavor craze. They are old-school counters with string-tied boxes, early opening hours, and recipes that have kept their towns coming back...

Lexington, KY · 20h

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Holiday Bazaars and Craft Fairs around Louisville

Holiday Bazaars in Louisville are a way to get a lot of shopping done at once and snag some handmade, locally made items. Finding that unique gift sometimes needs inspiration. And, many of these bazaars are fundraisers for good causes. Happy shopping!. Shopping at holiday markets are not only fun,...

Louisville, KY · 1d

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A horse in a sweater leads Shelby County’s $300,000 tourism campaign

SHELBYVILLE, Ky. (Nov. 4, 2026) — A Shelby County Saddlebred named Nightcap has a starring role in ShelbyKY Tourism’s new campaign, which uses a four-part story and nearly $300,000 in paid advertising to encourage visits throughout the year. The campaign, called “All Year Long,” debuted Nov. 1 with...

Shelby County, KY · 2d

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Louisville's StageOne Cancels Christmas Pageant Show, Cast Kids Left Heartbroken

Louisville's StageOne Family Theatre has canceled its upcoming production of “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever,” a holiday tradition that has run in the city since 1986, after the organization said financial challenges made it impossible to move forward. The nine planned performances, scheduled for Dec. 5-20, were set to take place at the Bomhard Theater at the Kentucky Center. Young actors from across the Louisville area had already auditioned, earned their roles, and committed to the show before the plug was pulled.

Louisville, KY · 1d

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Molly Malone's Pubs In Louisville, Covington Hit Market For $8.2 Million

The real estate under two of the region's longest-running Irish pubs just hit the market for a combined $8.2 million, though the beer taps aren't going dry anytime soon. Molly Malone's locations in Louisville's Highlands neighborhood and across the river in Covington are being marketed together, with the properties — not the restaurants — up for grabs.

Louisville, KY · 13h

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A Louisville Library Replaced the Candy Stolen by a Raccoon, Opossum, and Squirrel

A raccoon, an opossum, and a squirrel snagged a bag of Halloween candy meant for kids at a downtown Louisville library, so the library restocked the treats.

Louisville, KY · 15h

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Louisville Black Chef Showcase returns Nov. 8, building on $50,000 community impact

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Nov. 5, 2026) — The Louisville Black Chef Showcase returns for its fourth year Sunday, Nov. 8, pairing a celebration of Black culinary talent with support for students preparing to enter the industry. The event runs from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Norton Healthcare Sports &...

Louisville, KY · 1d

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8 Kentucky Family Farms Where Milk, Cheese Or Ice Cream Still Come Straight From The Cows

One Kentucky dairy says its milk comes from a herd of mostly Brown Swiss cows, and you won’t find another single-sourced cream line milk in the state. I had to read that twice. Cream line means the cream rises to the top, the old-fashioned way. That little detail sent...

Kentucky · 5d

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Happy 100th, Kentucky Hot Brown! Make It at Home 🥪

Kentucky’s famous Hot Brown turns 100! Get my homemade recipe with crispy bacon, tender turkey and a creamy Parmesan sauce baked until bubbly.

Kentucky · 3d

Louisville Public Media

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90.5 WUOL Classical Louisville celebrates 50 years on the air

Louisville Public Media (LPM) is preparing to honor the 50th anniversary of 90.5 WUOL’s first broadcast.

Louisville, KY · 1d