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New 270-Foot Mural Turns Gritty I-65 Underpass Into Louisville Art Hub

A stretch of East Main Street that commuters once rushed through without a second glance is now stopping foot traffic in downtown Louisville. Local artists Damon Thompson, Chris Chappell and Wilfred Sieg III have transformed the underpass between Jackson and Hancock streets into a sprawling mural celebrating the city's history, and officials unveiled the finished work this week.

Louisville, KY · 3d
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Athlon Sports

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Justin Thomas set up his charitable foundation in 2019; it has now given $1.6 million to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Kentuckiana for a new mobile learning center

Justin Thomas is giving Louisville children new opportunities to learn.

Louisville, KY · 3d

Country Herald

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Kentucky Holiday Alert: $2,500 Prize for Watching Christmas Movies

Louisville-area holiday movie fans have until Dec. 6 to apply for the nationwide contest.

Kentucky · 2h

LEX18 News

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African Children's Choir brings music, message of hope to Lexington

The sounds of African drumming, powerful harmonies and dancing filled First Alliance Church in Lexington as the African Children’s Choir shared both the music of Uganda and the mission behind it.

Lexington, KY · 1d

The Spun

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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 · 2d

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Next phase begins to preserve historic Frank Duveneck House in Northern Kentucky

COVINGTON, Ky. (WKRC) - After stabilizing the historic Frank Duveneck House in Covington, the city is moving into the next phase of work to preserve the building tied to one of America’s most influential artists. With the structure now stable, architects and engineers are designing plans that will outline...

Covington, KY · 3d

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Louisville Screening of ‘THE GREATEST’ Set for Sunday

The Muhammad Ali Center held its 13th annual Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Awards in Louisville on Saturday, November 7. Colin Kaepernick received the Humanitarian of the Year award, according to the Center’s news release. WLKY reported that cast members from “THE GREATEST” also attended the ceremony ahead of Sunday’s screening.

Louisville, KY · 1d

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At This Kentucky Glass Studio, You Can Watch Artists Work Molten Glass And Make Your Own Christmas Ornament

The glass here glows at roughly 2,000 degrees, and an artist will shape it into a Christmas ornament in your chosen colors. You get to stand close enough to feel the heat. That’s a holiday craft with some serious attitude. I admire that kids as young as six can...

Louisville, KY · 2d

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Kentucky Book Festival marks 45th anniversary at Lexington Green

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Book lovers gathered at Joseph’s Booksellers at Lexington Green on Saturday, Nov. 7 for the 45th Kentucky Book Festival. The event featured performances, story time for children, an illustration barn, and book signings by a variety of authors. “Whether you’re, you know, an eight-year-old or...

Lexington, KY · 2d

Louisville Public Media

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New Louisville museum aims to exemplify inclusivity

The Dot Experience, which opened recently in Louisville, is the newest offering from the American Printing House for the Blind.

Louisville, KY · 11h

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‘Cam Cares’ donation drive returns to Campbell County Library

Campbell County Public Library’s “Cam Cares” donation drive is back through the end of the year. Cam Cares, formerly known as Drop Your Drawers, aims to ease the burden on schools in their efforts to provide essential resources to students so their education can remain their top priority. Since 2015, all Campbell County Public Library branches have collected unopened undergarment donations from Nov. 1 to Dec. 31, which they then deliver to the family resource centers at local public schools throughout the county.

Campbell County, KY · 2d

Northern Kentucky Tribune

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The Point to host Joy Goes Country fundraising event November 28 at Newport Car Barn

The Point/Arc will host Joy Goes Country, Saturday evening, November 28 at the Newport Car Barn, located at 1102 Brighton Street in Newport. The fun, food and festivities commence at 6 p.m., highlighted by the Derek Alan Band.

Newport, KY · 2d

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Muhammad Ali at Home: 10 Photos of the Heavyweight Champion’s Life Outside the Ring

It was a stroke of luck—bad luck—that got Muhammad Ali into the ring for the first time. The Louisville, Kentucky, native was 12 years old when his brand-new bicycle was stolen. The police officer to whom Ali reported the theft happened to own a boxing gym—and became his first coach.

Louisville, KY · 6d

NewsForce 24/7

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Real-Life WKRP to Drop 3,000 Rubber Turkeys Over Hamilton for Food Pantry

HAMILTON, Ohio — Forty-eight years after a fictional Cincinnati station taught TV viewers that turkeys cannot fly, a real WKRP is bringing the stunt to life for a good cause. WKRP-FM (97.7), which took the famous call letters this year, will hold its first Turkey Drop at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 25 in downtown […]

Hamilton, OH · 3d

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He was ready to make a change. A Dayton family-owned factory gave him the chance.

For the past seven years, Frank Hagan has watched DeCarlo Smith build a career at FC Industries, a family-owned manufacturing company in Dayton. In this episode of ReEntry Stories, Hagan reflected on the person he has come to know through their work together. Smith shared his past, the decision that changed his life and the people who believed in him.

Dayton, OH · 6d

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This Ohio Vintage Paradise Has More Than 65 Dealers Under One Roof

A pavilion that once hosted dances in the early 20th century now holds more than 80 antique dealers across three floors. Yes, the old dance floor traded the foxtrot for Fiestaware, and I love that plot twist. The building also housed bowling lanes in its basement while dances took place...

Fairfield, OH · 3d

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Historic Dayton Diner Hits the Auction Block, Must Be Hauled Away by Buyer

A stainless-steel diner that has anchored a corner of downtown Dayton for decades is now up for auction, and whoever buys it will have to figure out how to move it. The former diner at 101 South St. Clair Street has long been considered a landmark in the area, known for its classic roadside-style design.

Dayton, OH · 4d

Fox 19

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Avondale native celebrates reopening of library as branch manager

CINCINNATI (WXIX) - A neighborhood library is open again in Avondale, and for the woman who runs it, the reopening feels particularly special. The Avondale Public Library has reopened after a $7.5 million renovation. “I’m an Avondale girl, I’m a library kid, and to be a part of this moment...

Cincinnati, OH · 1d

WDTN

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‘Follow the nerves’: O’Shea The Wicked returns to Dayton

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — For O’Shea The Wicked, a return to the stage is a leap of faith. The Dayton rapper is set to do just that Saturday at Belmont Billiards monthly open mic salvo: “Boom Bap in Belmont.” The event is a space for local musicians to earn their stripes, engage with an audience […]

Dayton, OH · 2d