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Louisville, KY: Metro Councilman Khalil Batshon (District 25) invites residents of southwest Jefferson County to join him for “Light Up Valley Station” on Sunday, December 10, 2023 between the hours of 3pm and 7pm. The event, which is open to the public will be held at the corner of Dearing and Valley Station Roads. (parking will be available at...

Louisville (December 7, 2023) – Join Councilman Rick Blackwell (D-12) this Saturday, December 9, 2023, for “Coffee with your Councilman”. This an opportunity for District 12 residents to meet with their Councilman and enjoy a free cup of coffee. The meeting will take place at the Southwest Regional Library, located at 9725 Dixie Highway, from 10:00...

Louisville (December 6, 2023) – Councilwoman Dr. Barbara Shanklin (D-2) is pleased to announce the Annual Light Up Newburg, A Community Celebration scheduled for Saturday, December 9, 2023, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. “I’m looking forward to hosting this annual event for the district. This is a wonderful opportunity to start the holiday season with...

Louisville (November 30, 2023) – The 38th Annual Bardstown Road Aglow is finally here! Join Councilman Ben Reno-Weber (D-8) on Saturday, December 2, for some holiday fun on Bardstown Road. This is a great opportunity to officially start your holiday shopping in our local community. Stores and restaurants along Bardstown Road will be brimming with...

Louisville – The Louisville Metro Council held their regularly scheduled Council meeting tonight. Here are some of the highlights from the meeting. Old Business O-256-23: an ordinance amending Louisville Metro Code of Ordinances Chapter 119: Registration of Rental Housing Units. Ceremonial Swearing in of Council Members Swearing in of Shameka...

Louisville, KY: This morning, Councilman Robin Engel submitted a "District 22 Update" to the people he serves to let them know that he would conclude his work on the Metro Council at the end of his term in December of 2024. Below is a copy of the text from his District 22 Update. “District 22 friends and neighbors, I would like to take this...

Louisville (November 29, 2023) – Councilman Andrew Owen (D-9) invites the community to ring in the holidays with “FaLaLa on Frankfort” on Saturday, December 2. Enjoy live music, entertainment, and activities at the businesses along Frankfort Avene. Here are just a few highlights: 10:00 AM: Upbeat Louisville will present their morning show at St...

Louisville (November 29, 2023) – The Louisville Metro Council released the following statement regarding the passing of former Councilman Dan Johnson. “On behalf of the Louisville Metro Council, we extend our deepest condolences to the family of former Councilman Dan Johnson. He served the residents of District 21 for fourteen years with dedicated...

Louisville (November 29, 2023) – The Democratic Caucus of the Louisville Metro Council will meet on Thursday, November 30, at 4:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Third Floor Conference Room, Historic City Hall, 601 West Jefferson Street. The meeting is open to the public. The public may enter City Hall using the Sixth Street entrance. Anyone...

Louisville (November 28, 2023) – Today, the Louisville Metro Council Charging Committee recommended the full Metro Council move forward with formal removal charges for Councilman Anthony Piagentini (R-19). “After thorough review of the evidence in this matter and in light of the Ethics Commission’s recommendation for removal due to misconduct on...

The Minority Caucus of the Louisville Metro Council will hold its regular meeting at 4 p.m. on Thursday, November 30, 2023 from the 2 nd floor Caucus Room within City Hall (601 W. Jefferson Street). During the meeting members of the Minority Caucus will review upcoming items on the evening’s Metro Council agenda and discuss items that will be heard...

Louisville (November 27, 2023) – The Louisville Metro Council’s Charging Committee will meet on Tuesday, November 28, at 4:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in Metro Council Chambers, Historic City Hall, 601 W. Jefferson Street. The meeting is open to the public. The public may enter City Hall using the Sixth Street entrance. Anyone needing...

Louisville (November 27, 2023) – Councilwoman Tammy Hawkins (D-1) invites the community to attend the next District 1 Community Meeting on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, beginning at 6:30 p.m. At the meeting, representatives from several agencies, including MSD, Air Pollution Control District (APCD), LMPD, and Fire Station Engine 16/Truck 3, will be...

Louisville (November 21, 2023) – Councilwoman Donna Purvis (D-5) encourages the community to join her this Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, November 23, 2023, for the Annual Juice Bowl games and parade. This year, a parade will kick off the festivities beginning at 9:00 a.m. and travel from Southwestern Parkway to Shawnee Park, 4501 W. Broadway. The...

Louisville (November 20, 2023) – Councilwoman Barbara Shanklin (D-2) invites the community to attend the monthly D2 Community meeting. These in-person meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month. The November meeting is on Tuesday, November 21, beginning at 6:00 p.m., at the Newburg Library, 4800 Exeter Avenue. These meetings are held to...