<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title><![CDATA[Kentucky - Newslocker]]></title><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/</link><atom:link rel="self" href="https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/rss/1000/" /><atom:link rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" /><description><![CDATA[Find your latest news about Kentucky with just one click. Don't miss out on anything happening in your region!]]></description><language>en-us</language><copyright>Copyright (C) 2026 newslocker.com</copyright><lastBuildDate>Wed, 14 May 2025 13:11:00 +0200</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[Luxury outdoor living spaces surge as homeowners seek backyard retreats]]></title><description><![CDATA[Homeowners are investing in outdoor spaces that rival the luxury of their home interiors, with defined areas for entertaining, cooking, and relaxation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/luxury-outdoor-living-spaces-surge-as-homeowners-seek-backyard-retreats/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 May 2025 13:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/luxury-outdoor-living-spaces-surge-as-homeowners-seek-backyard-retreats/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gaucho Urbano Brazilian Steakhouse to open first Louisville location in East End]]></title><description><![CDATA[The owners of two Downtown Louisville eateries are bringing a taste of Brazil to the East End.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/gaucho-urbano-brazilian-steakhouse-to-open-first-louisville-location-in-east-end/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 May 2025 13:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/gaucho-urbano-brazilian-steakhouse-to-open-first-louisville-location-in-east-end/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Park National Bank aims to keep community 'soul' after graduating to large size]]></title><description><![CDATA[The CEO of a regional bank with a growing Louisville presence talks growth as the institution eclipses the $10 billion milestone.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/park-national-bank-aims-to-keep-community-soul-after-graduating-to-large-size/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 May 2025 12:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/park-national-bank-aims-to-keep-community-soul-after-graduating-to-large-size/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gravely Brewing Co. to relocate taproom from Phoenix Hill to NuLu]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gravely's relocation is part of a larger redevelopment project.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/gravely-brewing-co-to-relocate-taproom-from-phoenix-hill-to-nulu/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 May 2025 21:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/gravely-brewing-co-to-relocate-taproom-from-phoenix-hill-to-nulu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Delta adds seasonal nonstop service to Orlando]]></title><description><![CDATA[The nonstop flight gives Louisville travelers another option to connect with the city's most popular travel destination.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/delta-adds-seasonal-nonstop-service-to-orlando/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 May 2025 20:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/delta-adds-seasonal-nonstop-service-to-orlando/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jefferson County Sheriff's Office to move into UofL Foundation-owned building Downtown]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of Kentucky's largest law enforcement agencies is taking up 47,000-square-feet with a Downtown move. Get the details.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/jefferson-county-sheriffs-office-to-move-into-uofl-foundation-owned-building-downtown/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 May 2025 19:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/jefferson-county-sheriffs-office-to-move-into-uofl-foundation-owned-building-downtown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['SuperChef' Darnell Ferguson avoids jail time with plea]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Louisville celebrity chef known for his TV appearances and former Louisville restaurants has reached a plea agreement.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/superchef-darnell-ferguson-avoids-jail-time-with-plea/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 May 2025 19:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/superchef-darnell-ferguson-avoids-jail-time-with-plea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trager MicroForest opens Downtown, aimed at curbing heat island]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Envirome Institute&rsquo;s new Trager MicroForest features 119 new trees and 242 new shrubs densely planted on the 0.65-acre Founders Square, located near Louisville Gardens at Fifth Street and Muhammad Ali Boulevard.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/trager-microforest-opens-downtown-aimed-at-curbing-heat-island/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 May 2025 17:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/trager-microforest-opens-downtown-aimed-at-curbing-heat-island/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Historic Louisville hotel opens opulent suite inspired by 'The Great Gatsby' centennial]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Seelbach Hilton's new suite brings the glitz and glamour of the Jazz Age to life, complete with period-accurate decor that would make Jay Gatsby himself feel right at home.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/historic-louisville-hotel-opens-opulent-suite-inspired-by-the-great-gatsby-centennial/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 May 2025 12:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/historic-louisville-hotel-opens-opulent-suite-inspired-by-the-great-gatsby-centennial/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LouCity &amp; Racing Foundation secures $200,000 grant from U.S. Soccer]]></title><description><![CDATA[A major U.S. Soccer grant is set to expand opportunities for young players and coaches across Kentucky.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/loucity-amp-racing-foundation-secures-200000-grant-from-us-soccer/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 May 2025 12:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/loucity-amp-racing-foundation-secures-200000-grant-from-us-soccer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tavern To-Go opens in former Hill Street Fish Fry space]]></title><description><![CDATA[The owners of a popular Old Louisville restaurant have opened a new take-out-only concept to alleviate congestion at their original location.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/tavern-to-go-opens-in-former-hill-street-fish-fry-space/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 May 2025 12:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/tavern-to-go-opens-in-former-hill-street-fish-fry-space/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[6 local shops open in Norton Commons' North Village Market]]></title><description><![CDATA[Norton Commons is expanding its retail offerings with six new small businesses. Find out what they're selling.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/6-local-shops-open-in-norton-commons-north-village-market/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 May 2025 12:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/6-local-shops-open-in-norton-commons-north-village-market/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Greenberg halts $65M tennis, pickleball complex after community backlash]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Kentucky Tennis &amp; Pickleball Center Inc. project at Joe Creason Park faced fierce opposition from neighbors and community members. It now will look for a new location.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/mayor-greenberg-halts-65m-tennis-pickleball-complex-after-community-backlash/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2025 20:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/mayor-greenberg-halts-65m-tennis-pickleball-complex-after-community-backlash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[STRATEGIES: 6 workplace priorities that deserve your attention this year]]></title><description><![CDATA["Talk about a missed opportunity. Share a regret. When leaders own failure, they create space for others to try, learn, and grow without fear."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/strategies-6-workplace-priorities-that-deserve-your-attention-this-year/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2025 20:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/strategies-6-workplace-priorities-that-deserve-your-attention-this-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family Business Awards: Scenes and takeaways (PHOTOS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our sold out Family Business Awards honored 21 local family businesses.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/family-business-awards-scenes-and-takeaways-photos/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2025 20:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/family-business-awards-scenes-and-takeaways-photos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LouCity FC debuts flag-inspired uniforms]]></title><description><![CDATA[LouCity's latest jersey design takes inspiration from local symbol, marking a departure from the club's signature color scheme.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/loucity-fc-debuts-flag-inspired-uniforms/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2025 20:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/loucity-fc-debuts-flag-inspired-uniforms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Quebec official: 'We want to keep doing business with Kentucky']]></title><description><![CDATA[Despite recent tariffs creating uncertainty, Quebec's delegate general sees potential for continued growth in the $3 billion trade relationship with Kentucky.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/quebec-official-we-want-to-keep-doing-business-with-kentucky/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2025 13:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/quebec-official-we-want-to-keep-doing-business-with-kentucky/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Longtime Heaven Hill national ambassador transitions to new role]]></title><description><![CDATA["The Whiskey Professor" now has emeritus status with the Louisville-based spirits giant.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/longtime-heaven-hill-national-ambassador-transitions-to-new-role/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2025 12:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/longtime-heaven-hill-national-ambassador-transitions-to-new-role/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FAMILY BUSINESS AWARDS: Celebrating Louisville-area family enterprises]]></title><description><![CDATA[Meet the families and leaders thriving in the area with LBF's annual Family Business Awards.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/family-business-awards-celebrating-louisville-area-family-enterprises/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2025 12:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/family-business-awards-celebrating-louisville-area-family-enterprises/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2025 FAMILY BUSINESS AWARDS: Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co. is one of LBF's Family Business Awards company honorees.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/2025-family-business-awards-kentucky-peerless-distilling-co/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2025 00:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/2025-family-business-awards-kentucky-peerless-distilling-co/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2025 FAMILY BUSINESS AWARDS: Merkley Kendrick Jewelers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Merkley Kendrick Jewelers is one of LBF's Family Business Awards company honorees.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/2025-family-business-awards-merkley-kendrick-jewelers/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2025 00:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/2025-family-business-awards-merkley-kendrick-jewelers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2025 FAMILY BUSINESS AWARDS: Cimtech Inc.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cimtech Inc. is one of LBF's Family Business Awards company honorees.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/2025-family-business-awards-cimtech-inc/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2025 00:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/2025-family-business-awards-cimtech-inc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Local business leaders explore acquisition entrepreneurship]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville entrepreneurs share insights on buying businesses, emphasizing local ownership and growth potential.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/local-business-leaders-explore-acquisition-entrepreneurship/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2025 13:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/local-business-leaders-explore-acquisition-entrepreneurship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New CEO Trevor Pawl outlines vision for Louisville Economic Development Alliance]]></title><description><![CDATA[New LEDA CEO Trevor Pawl says midsized cities like Louisville are part of a new frontier.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-ceo-trevor-pawl-outlines-vision-for-louisville-economic-development-alliance/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2025 12:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-ceo-trevor-pawl-outlines-vision-for-louisville-economic-development-alliance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brinly-Hardy CEO on how you can learn anything running a family business]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jane Hardy reflects on her journey from waitressing to leading a 186-year-old family business, sharing insights on what it takes to find the right successor.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/brinly-hardy-ceo-on-how-you-can-learn-anything-running-a-family-business/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2025 12:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/brinly-hardy-ceo-on-how-you-can-learn-anything-running-a-family-business/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UofL real estate students explore AI's impact at Columbia seminar]]></title><description><![CDATA[University of Louisville real estate students recently attended a seminar that opened their eyes to the complex world of artificial intelligence in their field.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uofl-real-estate-students-explore-ais-impact-at-columbia-seminar/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2025 20:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uofl-real-estate-students-explore-ais-impact-at-columbia-seminar/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 locals make regional EY Entrepreneur of the Year list]]></title><description><![CDATA[See who made EY's regional list in 2025.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/5-locals-make-regional-ey-entrepreneur-of-the-year-list/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2025 20:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/5-locals-make-regional-ey-entrepreneur-of-the-year-list/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[JCPS narrows superintendent search to 2 finalists]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jefferson County Public Schools has narrowed its search for a new superintendent to two experienced education leaders.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/jcps-narrows-superintendent-search-to-2-finalists/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2025 19:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/jcps-narrows-superintendent-search-to-2-finalists/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jamaican restaurant Elliment opens in Downtown Louisville]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new eatery is owned by a native of Jamaica who worked as an area manager for KFC for 25 years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/jamaican-restaurant-elliment-opens-in-downtown-louisville/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2025 13:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/jamaican-restaurant-elliment-opens-in-downtown-louisville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A sneak peek at the next tasting room in Downtown Louisville (GALLERY)]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new venue will offer visitors hands-on experiences beyond traditional distillery tours, focusing on the art of blending rather than distilling.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/a-sneak-peek-at-the-next-tasting-room-in-downtown-louisville-gallery/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2025 12:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/a-sneak-peek-at-the-next-tasting-room-in-downtown-louisville-gallery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Demolition work begins on former Dixie Highway Hooters]]></title><description><![CDATA[An auto dealership is scrapping the old Hooters to make way for expansion.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/demolition-work-begins-on-former-dixie-highway-hooters/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2025 12:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/demolition-work-begins-on-former-dixie-highway-hooters/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Down Syndrome of Louisville names new executive director from Metro Government]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new hire at Down Syndrome of Louisville has worked for Metro Government for a decade.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/down-syndrome-of-louisville-names-new-executive-director-from-metro-government/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2025 12:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/down-syndrome-of-louisville-names-new-executive-director-from-metro-government/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New grocery store proposed near rejected East End development]]></title><description><![CDATA[The proposed development comes nearly a year after Louisville Metro Council nixed plans for a similar retail development.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-grocery-store-proposed-near-rejected-east-end-development/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2025 20:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-grocery-store-proposed-near-rejected-east-end-development/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fischer Group, region's largest homebuilder, moving HQ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville's largest homebuilder is planning an $11M HQ move.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/fischer-group-regions-largest-homebuilder-moving-hq/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2025 20:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/fischer-group-regions-largest-homebuilder-moving-hq/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wawa sets opening date for first Louisville-area store]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wawa's first Louisville-area store opens soon, marking the start of a major expansion.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/wawa-sets-opening-date-for-first-louisville-area-store/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2025 20:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/wawa-sets-opening-date-for-first-louisville-area-store/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[$65M tennis and pickleball complex proposed for Louisville park sparks community debate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two upcoming public meetings will give community members their first chance to voice concerns about a controversial plan that could dramatically reshape a popular city park.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/65m-tennis-and-pickleball-complex-proposed-for-louisville-park-sparks-community-debate/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2025 19:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/65m-tennis-and-pickleball-complex-proposed-for-louisville-park-sparks-community-debate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brown-Forman launches distribution operation in Italy]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Jack Daniel's maker is betting on deeper trade partnerships and accelerated growth for its premium brands through this latest expansion into Italy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/brown-forman-launches-distribution-operation-in-italy/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2025 12:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/brown-forman-launches-distribution-operation-in-italy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[7 Brew to build new location on Poplar Level Road]]></title><description><![CDATA[The coffee shop will open directly across the street from another drive-thru-only option.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/7-brew-to-build-new-location-on-poplar-level-road/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2025 12:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/7-brew-to-build-new-location-on-poplar-level-road/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mystery company will bring hundreds of high-paying jobs to Kentucky]]></title><description><![CDATA[An unnamed company plans to bring hundreds of new, high-paying jobs to Kentucky.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/mystery-company-will-bring-hundreds-of-high-paying-jobs-to-kentucky/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2025 12:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/mystery-company-will-bring-hundreds-of-high-paying-jobs-to-kentucky/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PGA Tour leaders discuss future of golf in Louisville]]></title><description><![CDATA[Top PGA Tour executives discuss the possibility of future major tournaments in Louisville.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/pga-tour-leaders-discuss-future-of-golf-in-louisville/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2025 12:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/pga-tour-leaders-discuss-future-of-golf-in-louisville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Urban Government Center controversy is a regrettable saga (OPINION)]]></title><description><![CDATA[The fate of a prominent Louisville development hangs in the balance as local residents voice concerns about the project's direction and impact on their neighborhoods.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-urban-government-center-controversy-is-a-regrettable-saga-opinion/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 May 2025 20:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-urban-government-center-controversy-is-a-regrettable-saga-opinion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brown-Forman CEO Whiting joins board of Keurig Dr Pepper]]></title><description><![CDATA[This top executive is bringing his expertise to a major non-alcoholic beverage company.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/brown-forman-ceo-whiting-joins-board-of-keurig-dr-pepper/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 May 2025 19:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/brown-forman-ceo-whiting-joins-board-of-keurig-dr-pepper/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sovereignty triumphs in sloppy Kentucky Derby, besting favorite Journalism (PHOTOS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sovereignty won the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby 2025 on Saturday, May 3, under sloppy conditions, and had to outrun the favorite to do so.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/sovereignty-triumphs-in-sloppy-kentucky-derby-besting-favorite-journalism-photos/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 May 2025 02:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/sovereignty-triumphs-in-sloppy-kentucky-derby-besting-favorite-journalism-photos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[See who we talked to in the Turf Club at Kentucky Derby 2025 (PHOTOS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Find out who we spotted at the Turf Club at Derby 151, including Josh Heird, Steve Trager and 'The Hammer.']]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/see-who-we-talked-to-in-the-turf-club-at-kentucky-derby-2025-photos/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 May 2025 23:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/see-who-we-talked-to-in-the-turf-club-at-kentucky-derby-2025-photos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[At Derby, Beshear says Louisville vs. the state is no longer a thing]]></title><description><![CDATA[While celebrating Derby Day, the governor says he sees a shift in the relationship between Louisville and the rest of Kentucky.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/at-derby-beshear-says-louisville-vs-the-state-is-no-longer-a-thing/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 May 2025 22:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/at-derby-beshear-says-louisville-vs-the-state-is-no-longer-a-thing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A soggy start to Kentucky Derby 2025 doesn't dampen spirits (PHOTOS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Seasoned attendees and first-timers alike share how the wet track is influencing their betting choices for the 151st Run for the Roses.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/a-soggy-start-to-kentucky-derby-2025-doesnt-dampen-spirits-photos/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 May 2025 21:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/a-soggy-start-to-kentucky-derby-2025-doesnt-dampen-spirits-photos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Publix signs lease for new 50,000-square-foot store in East End]]></title><description><![CDATA[Publix Supermarkets will replace a former Walmart location.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/publix-signs-lease-for-new-50000-square-foot-store-in-east-end/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 May 2025 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/publix-signs-lease-for-new-50000-square-foot-store-in-east-end/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kentucky Derby 2025: All of LBF's coverage in one place]]></title><description><![CDATA[Keep tabs on the 151th running of the Kentucky Derby in 2025 with our running links to coverage.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-derby-2025-all-of-lbfs-coverage-in-one-place/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 May 2025 20:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-derby-2025-all-of-lbfs-coverage-in-one-place/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peek inside Sports Illustrated's 'Revel at the Races']]></title><description><![CDATA[Sports Illustrated held its secon Kentucky Derby-party Friday night &mdash; dubbed "Revel At The Races."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/peek-inside-sports-illustrateds-revel-at-the-races/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 May 2025 17:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/peek-inside-sports-illustrateds-revel-at-the-races/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Here's who came out for Unbridled Eve Gala 2025 (PHOTOS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville's Tonya York and Tammy York-Day hosted the 12th annual Unbridled Eve Gala Friday, May 2, at the Galt House Hotel.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/heres-who-came-out-for-unbridled-eve-gala-2025-photos/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 May 2025 16:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/heres-who-came-out-for-unbridled-eve-gala-2025-photos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Good Cheer wins Kentucky Oaks 151 (PHOTOS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following a weather delay on Friday afternoon, we have a winner in the 151st running of the Kentucky Oaks at Churchill Downs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/good-cheer-wins-kentucky-oaks-151-photos/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 May 2025 00:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/good-cheer-wins-kentucky-oaks-151-photos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scenes from Kentucky Oaks 2025 (PHOTOS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Check out our photo gallery from Kentucky Oaks 151 and hear how Derby weekend is a boon for economic development.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/scenes-from-kentucky-oaks-2025-photos/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 May 2025 22:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/scenes-from-kentucky-oaks-2025-photos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ford's engine plant uses AI, 3D printing to back production of new Expedition]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ford's engineers are using 3D printing to solve manufacturing problems and improve worker ergonomics on the production line.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/fords-engine-plant-uses-ai-3d-printing-to-back-production-of-new-expedition/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 May 2025 20:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/fords-engine-plant-uses-ai-3d-printing-to-back-production-of-new-expedition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bluewave CEO: ‘This is a super important market for us’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bluewave Technology Group is not based in Louisville, but if it was an airline, it would certainly have a hub in Derby City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bluewave-ceo-this-is-a-super-important-market-for-us/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 May 2025 20:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bluewave-ceo-this-is-a-super-important-market-for-us/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Park DuValle Community Health Centers building $4M+ food, event center]]></title><description><![CDATA[The upcoming community food center represents a significant expansion for one of Louisville's largest nonprofits, building on its recent growth in urgent care services.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/park-duvalle-community-health-centers-building-4m-food-event-center/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 May 2025 19:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/park-duvalle-community-health-centers-building-4m-food-event-center/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Le Moo owner opens Sake A Go Go in NuLu (PHOTOS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Belle Noble Entertainment Group launches new sushi restaurant in trendy NuLu district.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/le-moo-owner-opens-sake-a-go-go-in-nulu-photos/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 May 2025 12:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/le-moo-owner-opens-sake-a-go-go-in-nulu-photos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[KentuckyWired dispute threatens internet access for thousands across the commonwealth]]></title><description><![CDATA[A multimillion-dollar project aimed at bridging the digital divide in Kentucky faces an uncertain future, potentially impacting schools, healthcare facilities and rural communities.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentuckywired-dispute-threatens-internet-access-for-thousands-across-the-commonwealth/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 May 2025 12:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentuckywired-dispute-threatens-internet-access-for-thousands-across-the-commonwealth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walking the grounds at Thurby 2025 (GALLERY)]]></title><description><![CDATA[See who we bumped into while walking around Churchill Downs during Thurby on Thursday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/walking-the-grounds-at-thurby-2025-gallery/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2025 22:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/walking-the-grounds-at-thurby-2025-gallery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ivy Tech taps JCPS leader Marty Pollio as new president, succeeding Sue Ellspermann]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marty Pollio, outgoing JCPS superintendent, has a new role at the college level.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ivy-tech-taps-jcps-leader-marty-pollio-as-new-president-succeeding-sue-ellspermann/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ivy-tech-taps-jcps-leader-marty-pollio-as-new-president-succeeding-sue-ellspermann/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New 'post-SaaS' platform aims to revolutionize marketing strategies using AI]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Louisville entrepreneur is betting on artificial intelligence to transform how businesses generate sales leads.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-post-saas-platform-aims-to-revolutionize-marketing-strategies-using-ai/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-post-saas-platform-aims-to-revolutionize-marketing-strategies-using-ai/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yum Brands spends $7 million on KFC headquarters relocation to Texas]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yum Brands' recent financial filing reveals the substantial cost of KFC's headquarters relocation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/yum-brands-spends-7-million-on-kfc-headquarters-relocation-to-texas/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/yum-brands-spends-7-million-on-kfc-headquarters-relocation-to-texas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Humana beats earnings expectations despite Medicare Advantage challenges]]></title><description><![CDATA[Humana's CEO offers an assessment of the company's position amid ongoing challenges in the Medicare Advantage market.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/humana-beats-earnings-expectations-despite-medicare-advantage-challenges/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/humana-beats-earnings-expectations-despite-medicare-advantage-challenges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Belle of Louisville scratched from Great Steamboat Race]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Belle of Louisville is out of the Great Steamboat Race due to a leak, but she has a replacement.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/belle-of-louisville-scratched-from-great-steamboat-race/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/belle-of-louisville-scratched-from-great-steamboat-race/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hi-Five Doughnuts ends 12-year run in Louisville]]></title><description><![CDATA[The owners said they wanted to to &ldquo;make room for a quality of life.&rdquo;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/hi-five-doughnuts-ends-12-year-run-in-louisville/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/hi-five-doughnuts-ends-12-year-run-in-louisville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fewer holes, more green: Louisville's golf sector loses clubs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here's a a look at how the golf industry has evolved in the Louisville area.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/fewer-holes-more-green-louisvilles-golf-sector-loses-clubs/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/fewer-holes-more-green-louisvilles-golf-sector-loses-clubs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The surprising popularity of charter flights in Derby City]]></title><description><![CDATA[During Kentucky Derby week, Louisville's private aviation industry kicks into high gear, offering a glimpse into the city's appetite for luxury air travel.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-surprising-popularity-of-charter-flights-in-derby-city/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-surprising-popularity-of-charter-flights-in-derby-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bubba's 33, owned by Texas Roadhouse opens second Louisville-area location]]></title><description><![CDATA[This will be the second outpost of the Texas Roadhouse-owned restaurant in the metro area.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bubbas-33-owned-by-texas-roadhouse-opens-second-louisville-area-location/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2025 20:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bubbas-33-owned-by-texas-roadhouse-opens-second-louisville-area-location/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anchorage home listed for more than $3M flaunts renovations (PHOTOS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Listed March 27, the house has six bedrooms. See inside.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/anchorage-home-listed-for-more-than-3m-flaunts-renovations-photos/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2025 20:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/anchorage-home-listed-for-more-than-3m-flaunts-renovations-photos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Local developer takes over $33M project at former Beverly Hills Supper Club site]]></title><description><![CDATA[The site is infamous for the 1977 fire in the former Beverly Hills Supper Club that killed 155.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/local-developer-takes-over-33m-project-at-former-beverly-hills-supper-club-site/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Apr 2025 20:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/local-developer-takes-over-33m-project-at-former-beverly-hills-supper-club-site/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kentucky college to become university]]></title><description><![CDATA[The board of trustees says the name change reflects the school's evolving mission.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-college-to-become-university/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Apr 2025 20:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-college-to-become-university/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dierks Bentley, Machine Gun Kelly among celebrities attending Barnstable Brown Gala]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Barnstable Brown Kentucky Derby Eve Gala has released its celebrity guest list, featuring a lineup of musicians, athletes, and actors set to attend the 36th annual event.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/dierks-bentley-machine-gun-kelly-among-celebrities-attending-barnstable-brown-gala/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Apr 2025 20:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/dierks-bentley-machine-gun-kelly-among-celebrities-attending-barnstable-brown-gala/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walmart to invest millions in remodeling 22 stores across Kentucky and Indiana]]></title><description><![CDATA[Find out where Walmart will be spending millions on upgrades in Kentucky and Indiana.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/walmart-to-invest-millions-in-remodeling-22-stores-across-kentucky-and-indiana/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Apr 2025 19:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/walmart-to-invest-millions-in-remodeling-22-stores-across-kentucky-and-indiana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zambelli Fireworks chairman reflects on Thunder Over Louisville's absence]]></title><description><![CDATA[The chairman of Zambelli Fireworks shares his perspective on Thunder Over Louisville's cancellation and his hopes for the event's future.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/zambelli-fireworks-chairman-reflects-on-thunder-over-louisvilles-absence/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Apr 2025 12:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/zambelli-fireworks-chairman-reflects-on-thunder-over-louisvilles-absence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Business leaders tackle Louisville's economic future, emphasize need for workforce growth (PODCAST)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three influential Louisville business leaders shared their perspectives on how to attract talent and grow the local economy during a special live recording of the Access Louisville podcast.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/business-leaders-tackle-louisvilles-economic-future-emphasize-need-for-workforce-growth-podcast/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Apr 2025 12:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/business-leaders-tackle-louisvilles-economic-future-emphasize-need-for-workforce-growth-podcast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Legendary trainer Bob Baffert returns to Churchill Downs after 3-year ban]]></title><description><![CDATA[The legendary trainer discusses his strategy for the upcoming Kentucky Derby, including his decision to partner with an experienced jockey for one of his top contenders.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/legendary-trainer-bob-baffert-returns-to-churchill-downs-after-3-year-ban/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Apr 2025 12:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/legendary-trainer-bob-baffert-returns-to-churchill-downs-after-3-year-ban/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The most expensive homes sold in Jefferson County (April 3-9)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our latest roundup of the area's most expensive homes is in the attached photo gallery. This time we're looking at homes sold between April 3 and April 9.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-april-3-9/</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Apr 2025 16:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-april-3-9/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big Blue Inc.: UK athletic department to become an LLC]]></title><description><![CDATA[The University of Kentucky is taking a bold step in college athletics administration, but what's driving this move?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/big-blue-inc-uk-athletic-department-to-become-an-llc/</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Apr 2025 22:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/big-blue-inc-uk-athletic-department-to-become-an-llc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OPINION: Federal drug discount program improves access and health outcomes across Kentucky]]></title><description><![CDATA[UofL Health's CEO explains how a federal program allows the health system to provide more affordable medications and expand vital services for Kentucky residents.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/opinion-federal-drug-discount-program-improves-access-and-health-outcomes-across-kentucky/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 20:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/opinion-federal-drug-discount-program-improves-access-and-health-outcomes-across-kentucky/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UofL School of Medicine appoints first-ever joint chief scientific officer with UofL Health]]></title><description><![CDATA[UofL's latest executive appointment aims to streamline research processes and enhance patient care through a partnership structure.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uofl-school-of-medicine-appoints-first-ever-joint-chief-scientific-officer-with-uofl-health/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 20:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uofl-school-of-medicine-appoints-first-ever-joint-chief-scientific-officer-with-uofl-health/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mexican bottle maker expands into bourbon with Louisville showroom, targets local distilleries]]></title><description><![CDATA[A renowned Mexican glass bottle designer has chosen Louisville as the site of its first U.S. showroom, signaling a strategic move into the heart of bourbon country.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/mexican-bottle-maker-expands-into-bourbon-with-louisville-showroom-targets-local-distilleries/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 20:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/mexican-bottle-maker-expands-into-bourbon-with-louisville-showroom-targets-local-distilleries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bourbon-related showroom opens on Whiskey Row]]></title><description><![CDATA[A renowned Mexican glass bottle designer has chosen Louisville as the site of its first U.S. showroom, signaling a strategic move into the heart of bourbon country.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bourbon-related-showroom-opens-on-whiskey-row/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 20:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bourbon-related-showroom-opens-on-whiskey-row/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Report: Racing Louisville FC to field Division II club in new NWSL league]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville could be on the verge of having a second team within the ranks of the National Women&rsquo;s Soccer League (NWSL).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/report-racing-louisville-fc-to-field-division-ii-club-in-new-nwsl-league/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 18:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/report-racing-louisville-fc-to-field-division-ii-club-in-new-nwsl-league/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sen. Mitch McConnell rips tariffs in meeting with business leaders]]></title><description><![CDATA[U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell sharply criticized the tariffs implemented by President Donald Trump Thursday and was joined by local business owners who said the measures are hurting their businesses.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/sen-mitch-mcconnell-rips-tariffs-in-meeting-with-business-leaders/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 17:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/sen-mitch-mcconnell-rips-tariffs-in-meeting-with-business-leaders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor unveils $1.2B budget proposal]]></title><description><![CDATA[The $1.26 billion plan outlines goals for affordable housing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/mayor-unveils-12b-budget-proposal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 13:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/mayor-unveils-12b-budget-proposal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Greenberg's thoughts on plans for former Museum Plaza site]]></title><description><![CDATA[Greenberg was once part of a group that tried to build a 62-story skyscraper at the site.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/mayor-greenbergs-thoughts-on-plans-for-former-museum-plaza-site/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 12:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/mayor-greenbergs-thoughts-on-plans-for-former-museum-plaza-site/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Behind the scenes: How Calhoun tackles last-minute fixes for the Kentucky Derby's grand stage]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Louisville-based firm has become Churchill Downs' go-to contractor for renovations, tackling projects ranging from multimillion-dollar upgrades to smaller improvements over the past decade.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/behind-the-scenes-how-calhoun-tackles-last-minute-fixes-for-the-kentucky-derbys-grand-stage/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 12:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/behind-the-scenes-how-calhoun-tackles-last-minute-fixes-for-the-kentucky-derbys-grand-stage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Process Machinery Inc. set for $12M expansion project in Shelby County]]></title><description><![CDATA[A family-owned manufacturing company in Shelby County is planning a multimillion dollar expansion plan that promises to create dozens of new jobs in the coming years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/process-machinery-inc-set-for-12m-expansion-project-in-shelby-county/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 12:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/process-machinery-inc-set-for-12m-expansion-project-in-shelby-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Executive Insights: Katherine Armstrong, Churchill Downs Inc. (video)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Katherine Armstrong is chief human resources officer and senior vice president of human resources for Churchill Downs Inc. She was named one of Louisville Business First&rsquo;s Enterprising Women Award winners for 2025. In this video, she talks with Publisher Lisa Benson about advice for young women aspiring to be leaders and what organizations can do to create a more inclusive leadership culture.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/executive-insights-katherine-armstrong-churchill-downs-inc-video/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/executive-insights-katherine-armstrong-churchill-downs-inc-video/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aegis Sortation to invest $16M in Louisville expansion, creating 80 jobs]]></title><description><![CDATA[State officials approve incentives for Aegis Sortation, based on investment and job growth.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/aegis-sortation-to-invest-16m-in-louisville-expansion-creating-80-jobs/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 2025 20:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/aegis-sortation-to-invest-16m-in-louisville-expansion-creating-80-jobs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[These Louisville neighborhoods are getting a property reassessment. What to know]]></title><description><![CDATA[How Jefferson County's latest property reassessment could impact your tax bill.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/these-louisville-neighborhoods-are-getting-a-property-reassessment-what-to-know/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 2025 19:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/these-louisville-neighborhoods-are-getting-a-property-reassessment-what-to-know/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Kentucky craft distilleries are finding shelf space in European liquor stores]]></title><description><![CDATA[Four Kentucky craft distilleries are blazing a trail to get their products onto European shelves.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/how-kentucky-craft-distilleries-are-finding-shelf-space-in-european-liquor-stores/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 2025 19:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/how-kentucky-craft-distilleries-are-finding-shelf-space-in-european-liquor-stores/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville Slugger sees surge in demand for customized 'torpedo' bats after Yankees' slugfest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville Slugger seeing surge in interest in torpedo bats.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-slugger-sees-surge-in-demand-for-customized-torpedo-bats-after-yankees-slugfest/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 20:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-slugger-sees-surge-in-demand-for-customized-torpedo-bats-after-yankees-slugfest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fifth Third Bank CEO offers insight on how tariffs are affecting business borrowing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fifth Third Bancorp CEO Tim Spence is seeing a fast response to President Donald Trump&rsquo;s tariffs from business owners who borrow from the bank.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/fifth-third-bank-ceo-offers-insight-on-how-tariffs-are-affecting-business-borrowing/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 20:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/fifth-third-bank-ceo-offers-insight-on-how-tariffs-are-affecting-business-borrowing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Visitors spent more than $550M in Southern Indiana in 2023]]></title><description><![CDATA[Millions spent by visitors created thousands of jobs, supplied millions in tax revenue and is positively impacting two counties neighboring Louisville.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/visitors-spent-more-than-550m-in-southern-indiana-in-2023/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 20:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/visitors-spent-more-than-550m-in-southern-indiana-in-2023/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Legal Aid Society promotes John Young to executive director]]></title><description><![CDATA[A nonprofit has promoted from within to fill its top position.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/legal-aid-society-promotes-john-young-to-executive-director/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 20:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/legal-aid-society-promotes-john-young-to-executive-director/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DiningTek partners with Kentucky Restaurant Association to launch local restaurant marketplace]]></title><description><![CDATA[Independent restaurants in Kentucky are getting an alternative to third-party delivery websites.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/diningtek-partners-with-kentucky-restaurant-association-to-launch-local-restaurant-marketplace/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 13:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/diningtek-partners-with-kentucky-restaurant-association-to-launch-local-restaurant-marketplace/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Downtown building sold, slated for speakeasy and short-term rentals]]></title><description><![CDATA[The owners of a popular downtown sports bar are doubling down on their investment in a historic Louisville corner, with plans that go far beyond their current offerings.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/downtown-building-sold-slated-for-speakeasy-and-short-term-rentals/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 12:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/downtown-building-sold-slated-for-speakeasy-and-short-term-rentals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville-based e-commerce insights startup preps to land large clients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville-based Xena Intelligence continues to gain prominence in e-commerce platforms not only in the U.S., but also abroad.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-based-e-commerce-insights-startup-preps-to-land-large-clients/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 12:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-based-e-commerce-insights-startup-preps-to-land-large-clients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heartland Coca-Cola names new CEO as company mourns loss of founder Junior Bridgeman]]></title><description><![CDATA[Justin Bridgeman replaces late father Junior Bridgeman as CEO of Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Co.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/heartland-coca-cola-names-new-ceo-as-company-mourns-loss-of-founder-junior-bridgeman/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2025 20:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/heartland-coca-cola-names-new-ceo-as-company-mourns-loss-of-founder-junior-bridgeman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Consumer confidence is slipping nationally. What about in Louisville?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here we dig into how Louisville fared in the inaugural Metropolitan Consumer Sentiment Index, an exclusive quarterly measure of consumer confidence in major metro areas.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/consumer-confidence-is-slipping-nationally-what-about-in-louisville/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2025 20:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/consumer-confidence-is-slipping-nationally-what-about-in-louisville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AMPED shows off $9 million tech training center in the Russell neighborhood]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Louisville nonprofit is opening the doors to a multimillion-dollar tech training center, aiming to transform lives in the Russell neighborhood.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/amped-shows-off-9-million-tech-training-center-in-the-russell-neighborhood/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2025 20:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/amped-shows-off-9-million-tech-training-center-in-the-russell-neighborhood/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ANNOUNCING: 20 People to Know in construction in 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville Business First is spotlighting 20 professionals working in the region's construction and related industries in our latest People to Know feature.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/announcing-20-people-to-know-in-construction-in-2025/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Apr 2025 16:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/announcing-20-people-to-know-in-construction-in-2025/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hurstbourne Heights apartments sells for more than $13 million]]></title><description><![CDATA[The sale showcases how Louisville's strong rent growth is attracting out-of-state investors looking for opportunities in the multifamily sector.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/hurstbourne-heights-apartments-sells-for-more-than-13-million/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Apr 2025 13:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/hurstbourne-heights-apartments-sells-for-more-than-13-million/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[GLI's Power to Prosper Accelerator selects 17 minority business owners for cohort]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest cohort of GLI's Power to Prosper Accelerator includes a diverse group of entrepreneurs, from plumbers to counselors, all aiming to scale their businesses in unique ways.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/glis-power-to-prosper-accelerator-selects-17-minority-business-owners-for-cohort/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Apr 2025 12:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/glis-power-to-prosper-accelerator-selects-17-minority-business-owners-for-cohort/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A roundup of Louisville restaurant news (Access Louisville Podcast)]]></title><description><![CDATA[We&rsquo;ve got a roundup of recent Louisville restaurant news on this week's Access Louisville podcast.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/a-roundup-of-louisville-restaurant-news-access-louisville-podcast/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Apr 2025 12:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/a-roundup-of-louisville-restaurant-news-access-louisville-podcast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Toyota reportedly considers making more vehicles in US amid tariff concerns]]></title><description><![CDATA[Toyota currently produces its best-selling RAV4 SUV in Kentucky, Canada and Japan. More vehicles could be made in the U.S. in the future, as auto tariffs have the industry reeling.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/toyota-reportedly-considers-making-more-vehicles-in-us-amid-tariff-concerns/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Apr 2025 12:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/toyota-reportedly-considers-making-more-vehicles-in-us-amid-tariff-concerns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Most expensive homes sold in Jefferson County (March 27-April 1)]]></title><description><![CDATA[The residential real estate market is responding to an increase in demand. Get the details and see a photo gallery of recent most expensive home sales in Jefferson County.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-march-27-april-1/</link><pubDate>Sun, 20 Apr 2025 20:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-march-27-april-1/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barbara Sexton Smith to lead local library system during national search for new director]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mayor Craig Greenberg hires a well-known local leader to guide the city's library system &mdash; for now.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/barbara-sexton-smith-to-lead-local-library-system-during-national-search-for-new-director/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Apr 2025 20:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/barbara-sexton-smith-to-lead-local-library-system-during-national-search-for-new-director/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Small Plates: Hmong chef plans Louisville pop-up]]></title><description><![CDATA[A renowned chef from one of TIME's 2025 World's Greatest Places is bringing his unique culinary perspective to Louisville for a Derby Week event.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/small-plates-hmong-chef-plans-louisville-pop-up/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Apr 2025 19:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/small-plates-hmong-chef-plans-louisville-pop-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A.J. Schreiner Spirits revives pre-Prohibition whiskey traditions with heirloom mash bills]]></title><description><![CDATA[A family's whiskey-making legacy reemerges as a premium spirits line rooted in 19th-century distilling methods.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/aj-schreiner-spirits-revives-pre-prohibition-whiskey-traditions-with-heirloom-mash-bills/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Apr 2025 19:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/aj-schreiner-spirits-revives-pre-prohibition-whiskey-traditions-with-heirloom-mash-bills/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UofL names new College of Business dean]]></title><description><![CDATA[UofL has seen a lot of changes at the top. It soon will get a new College of Business dean as well.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uofl-names-new-college-of-business-dean/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Apr 2025 17:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uofl-names-new-college-of-business-dean/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LBF, Morning Consult partner on new index to track local consumer sentiment]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new quarterly index is shedding light on consumer confidence trends in Louisville, with some surprising regional patterns emerging.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/lbf-morning-consult-partner-on-new-index-to-track-local-consumer-sentiment/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Apr 2025 13:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/lbf-morning-consult-partner-on-new-index-to-track-local-consumer-sentiment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hollenbach and Reynolds join UofL board amid ongoing leadership transitions]]></title><description><![CDATA[As leadership changes continue at the University of Louisville, two prominent local figures join the board of trustees.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/hollenbach-and-reynolds-join-uofl-board-amid-ongoing-leadership-transitions/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Apr 2025 13:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/hollenbach-and-reynolds-join-uofl-board-amid-ongoing-leadership-transitions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Olympus Gaming Lounge brings eSports experience to Louisville with $1.5M investment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Olympus Gaming Lounge brings eSports experience to Louisville with $1.5M investment.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/olympus-gaming-lounge-brings-esports-experience-to-louisville-with-15m-investment/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Apr 2025 13:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/olympus-gaming-lounge-brings-esports-experience-to-louisville-with-15m-investment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kentucky manufacturing sector employs 260,000, ranks fifth nationally in workforce percentage]]></title><description><![CDATA[There were $40.2 billion in Kentucky-made exports sent all over the world in 2023.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-manufacturing-sector-employs-260000-ranks-fifth-nationally-in-workforce-percentage/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Apr 2025 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-manufacturing-sector-employs-260000-ranks-fifth-nationally-in-workforce-percentage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How UofL is altering its DEI policy]]></title><description><![CDATA[House Bill 4, which became law in March, requires schools to eliminate DEI offices and staff.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/how-uofl-is-altering-its-dei-policy/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Apr 2025 20:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/how-uofl-is-altering-its-dei-policy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mi Ranchito Grill opens in Downtown Louisville]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new family-run restaurant is opening in an area of Downtown slated for new residential development.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/mi-ranchito-grill-opens-in-downtown-louisville/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Apr 2025 20:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/mi-ranchito-grill-opens-in-downtown-louisville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soon to open UofL Health West Tower adds almost 100 beds to hospital]]></title><description><![CDATA[The addition to the Downtown UofL Hospital is nearing completion and will add more beds, operating rooms, and clinical space.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/soon-to-open-uofl-health-west-tower-adds-almost-100-beds-to-hospital/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Apr 2025 20:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/soon-to-open-uofl-health-west-tower-adds-almost-100-beds-to-hospital/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Olmsted Parks Conservancy names new CEO]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Olmsted Parks Conservancy's nationwide search for a new president and CEO has concluded with the selection of a well-known figure in Louisville's nonprofit world.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/olmsted-parks-conservancy-names-new-ceo/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Apr 2025 20:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/olmsted-parks-conservancy-names-new-ceo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hotel Bourré Bonne opens in Downtown Louisville]]></title><description><![CDATA[The luxury hotel features two restaurants from Kevin Grangier.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/hotel-bourr-bonne-opens-in-downtown-louisville/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Apr 2025 13:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/hotel-bourr-bonne-opens-in-downtown-louisville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport ranks high globally in cargo volume]]></title><description><![CDATA[In 2024, SDF handled more than 6.9 billion pounds (3,152,969 metric tons) of cargo, an almost 16% increase over the previous year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-muhammad-ali-international-airport-ranks-high-globally-in-cargo-volume/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Apr 2025 12:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-muhammad-ali-international-airport-ranks-high-globally-in-cargo-volume/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schulte Hospitality Group adds to C-suite]]></title><description><![CDATA[The executive comes to Schulte Hospitality after stops at Papa Johns and Disney.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/schulte-hospitality-group-adds-to-c-suite/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/schulte-hospitality-group-adds-to-c-suite/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mashup Food Hall announces first restaurant]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mashup Food Hall is set to open this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/mashup-food-hall-announces-first-restaurant/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/mashup-food-hall-announces-first-restaurant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[American whiskey excluded from EU tariff list]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest twist in the ongoing trade saga brings welcome news for distillers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/american-whiskey-excluded-from-eu-tariff-list/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/american-whiskey-excluded-from-eu-tariff-list/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carhartt expands retail footprint with new Louisville store at Paddock Shops]]></title><description><![CDATA[Carhartt invested half a million dollars in its new Louisville store. See the details of this expansion and how it fits into the company's broader retail strategy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/carhartt-expands-retail-footprint-with-new-louisville-store-at-paddock-shops/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/carhartt-expands-retail-footprint-with-new-louisville-store-at-paddock-shops/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baptist Health Louisville details $5M expansion project]]></title><description><![CDATA[This is a two-part expansion of Baptist Health Louisville's Child Development Center with part one expected to finish in December and the remainder in April 2026.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/baptist-health-louisville-details-5m-expansion-project/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/baptist-health-louisville-details-5m-expansion-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Here's what replacing the former Bader's gas station in the Highlands]]></title><description><![CDATA[The property at Baxter Avenue and East Broadway is one of the city&rsquo;s most high-profile vacant slices of land.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/heres-what-replacing-the-former-baders-gas-station-in-the-highlands/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/heres-what-replacing-the-former-baders-gas-station-in-the-highlands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Buffalo Trace: 75% of water debris has been removed from campus]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the most well-known Kentucky distilleries is beginning to get back on track following significant flooding to its campus caused by the Kentucky River.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/buffalo-trace-75-of-water-debris-has-been-removed-from-campus/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Apr 2025 20:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/buffalo-trace-75-of-water-debris-has-been-removed-from-campus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[bar Vetti team launches French bistro M. Peppers in the Highlands]]></title><description><![CDATA[The team behind a popular NuLu restaurant has brought a taste of Paris to Louisville's Highlands neighborhood.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bar-vetti-team-launches-french-bistro-m-peppers-in-the-highlands/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Apr 2025 20:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bar-vetti-team-launches-french-bistro-m-peppers-in-the-highlands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kentucky Opera CEO departing]]></title><description><![CDATA[A prominent performing arts organization is bidding farewell to its chief executive, who oversaw significant expansion during her tenure.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-opera-ceo-departing/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Apr 2025 20:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-opera-ceo-departing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[These executives took on new roles in Q1 2025 (PHOTOS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest entry into our quarterly New Executives to Watch feature is here.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/these-executives-took-on-new-roles-in-q1-2025-photos/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Apr 2025 20:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/these-executives-took-on-new-roles-in-q1-2025-photos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Papa Johns invests in Google AI for faster delivery, better online ordering]]></title><description><![CDATA[Artificial intelligence will be used to improve online ordering and delivery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/papa-johns-invests-in-google-ai-for-faster-delivery-better-online-ordering/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Apr 2025 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/papa-johns-invests-in-google-ai-for-faster-delivery-better-online-ordering/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phoenix Hill's Quonset Hut evolves to full-time event space]]></title><description><![CDATA[A couple transformed a historic World War II-era structure into a thriving community space.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/phoenix-hills-quonset-hut-evolves-to-full-time-event-space/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Apr 2025 20:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/phoenix-hills-quonset-hut-evolves-to-full-time-event-space/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oddbird Bakery and Café closes after brief run in Highlands]]></title><description><![CDATA[Quills Coffee's food-focused venture shut down abruptly after nearly six months in business.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/oddbird-bakery-and-caf-closes-after-brief-run-in-highlands/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Apr 2025 19:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/oddbird-bakery-and-caf-closes-after-brief-run-in-highlands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Economic output from River Ridge surpasses $3B]]></title><description><![CDATA[Economic impact from the River Ridge Commerce Center increased for the fourth consecutive year in 2024.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/economic-output-from-river-ridge-surpasses-3b/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Apr 2025 19:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/economic-output-from-river-ridge-surpasses-3b/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Archdiocese of Louisville names schools superintendent]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new superintendent has served locally in Catholic education for 37 years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/archdiocese-of-louisville-names-schools-superintendent/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Apr 2025 12:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/archdiocese-of-louisville-names-schools-superintendent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[JPMorgan Chase's local leader talks tariffs]]></title><description><![CDATA[JPMorgan Chase executive shares insights on how businesses can navigate economic uncertainty and changing tariffs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/jpmorgan-chases-local-leader-talks-tariffs/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Apr 2025 12:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/jpmorgan-chases-local-leader-talks-tariffs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How much Thunder's loss will hurt (Access Louisville Podcast)]]></title><description><![CDATA[The loss of Thunder Over Louisville due to flooding this year will hurt a lot of local companies. We chat about exactly how much on this week's Access Louisville podcast.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/how-much-thunders-loss-will-hurt-access-louisville-podcast/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Apr 2025 12:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/how-much-thunders-loss-will-hurt-access-louisville-podcast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Directions Housing Corp. CEO stepping down]]></title><description><![CDATA[New Directions Housing Corp. will need a new leader for the first time in nearly a decade.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-directions-housing-corp-ceo-stepping-down/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Apr 2025 12:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-directions-housing-corp-ceo-stepping-down/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Most expensive homes sold in Jefferson County (March 18-24, 2025)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our latest roundup of the area's most expensive homes sold is in the attached gallery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-march-18-24-2025/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Apr 2025 18:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-march-18-24-2025/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Danny Wimmer Productions commits to local festivals for 10 more years]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new agreement ensures Bourbon &amp; Beyond and Louder Than life will have a home at the Kentucky Expo Center for years to come.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/danny-wimmer-productions-commits-to-local-festivals-for-10-more-years/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2025 20:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/danny-wimmer-productions-commits-to-local-festivals-for-10-more-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UofL hoops coach Kelsey to luncheon crowd: 'The best is yet to come']]></title><description><![CDATA[University of Louisville men's basketball coach Pat Kelsey addressed the crowd at they annual They're Off Luncheon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uofl-hoops-coach-kelsey-to-luncheon-crowd-the-best-is-yet-to-come/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2025 20:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uofl-hoops-coach-kelsey-to-luncheon-crowd-the-best-is-yet-to-come/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Graeter's, New Riff team up on new bourbon ice cream]]></title><description><![CDATA[Someone spiked the ice cream! Well, kind of.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/graeters-new-riff-team-up-on-new-bourbon-ice-cream/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2025 19:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/graeters-new-riff-team-up-on-new-bourbon-ice-cream/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville flood cleanup efforts to cost millions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville flooding cleanup is broken down into three phases by Mayor Craig Greenberg.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-flood-cleanup-efforts-to-cost-millions/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2025 19:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-flood-cleanup-efforts-to-cost-millions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kroger analyst recommends clients sell the stock, citing leadership upheaval, Albertsons costs]]></title><description><![CDATA[An analyst has issued a rare "sell" recommendation on Kroger stock, citing multiple concerns about its outlook.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kroger-analyst-recommends-clients-sell-the-stock-citing-leadership-upheaval-albertsons-costs/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2025 13:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kroger-analyst-recommends-clients-sell-the-stock-citing-leadership-upheaval-albertsons-costs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Annual $50M average tax revenue estimated for Oldham County data center]]></title><description><![CDATA[Oldham County may soon be home to one of the largest private investments in Kentucky's history.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/annual-50m-average-tax-revenue-estimated-for-oldham-county-data-center/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2025 13:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/annual-50m-average-tax-revenue-estimated-for-oldham-county-data-center/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tariff uncertainty drives up food costs for local restaurants]]></title><description><![CDATA[Specialty ingredients from Mexico and Europe are causing headaches for restaurateurs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/tariff-uncertainty-drives-up-food-costs-for-local-restaurants/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2025 12:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/tariff-uncertainty-drives-up-food-costs-for-local-restaurants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport is expanding. So what's the problem?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville Muhammad Ali International airport is investing heavily and setting passenger records, despite talk around corporate departures.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-muhammad-ali-international-airport-is-expanding-so-whats-the-problem/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2025 12:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-muhammad-ali-international-airport-is-expanding-so-whats-the-problem/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UofL basketball coach Pat Kelsey gets $1 million raise]]></title><description><![CDATA[The University of Louisville's men's basketball coach is getting a raise and an extension after a stellar first season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uofl-basketball-coach-pat-kelsey-gets-1-million-raise/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Apr 2025 20:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uofl-basketball-coach-pat-kelsey-gets-1-million-raise/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[$65 million pickleball and tennis center planned]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kentucky Tennis &amp; Pickleball Center Inc., a newly formed nonprofit, is proposing the complex.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/65-million-pickleball-and-tennis-center-planned/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Apr 2025 20:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/65-million-pickleball-and-tennis-center-planned/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump hits pause on tariffs, local stocks soar]]></title><description><![CDATA[The pause is likely to boost the stock market and give industries time to adjust.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/trump-hits-pause-on-tariffs-local-stocks-soar/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Apr 2025 20:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/trump-hits-pause-on-tariffs-local-stocks-soar/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heaven Hill begins production at new $200M Bardstown distillery]]></title><description><![CDATA[The spirits giant is distilling in Bardstown for the first time in nearly 30 years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/heaven-hill-begins-production-at-new-200m-bardstown-distillery/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Apr 2025 19:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/heaven-hill-begins-production-at-new-200m-bardstown-distillery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New initiative aims to build 100 affordable housing units in Southern Indiana over next three years]]></title><description><![CDATA[A major investment aims to address the local affordable housing shortage.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-initiative-aims-to-build-100-affordable-housing-units-in-southern-indiana-over-next-three-years/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Apr 2025 19:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-initiative-aims-to-build-100-affordable-housing-units-in-southern-indiana-over-next-three-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[River Road restaurants face double blow from floods and Thunder cancellation]]></title><description><![CDATA[River Road restaurants coping with the double whammy of flooding and event cancellations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/river-road-restaurants-face-double-blow-from-floods-and-thunder-cancellation/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Apr 2025 18:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/river-road-restaurants-face-double-blow-from-floods-and-thunder-cancellation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ScionHealth names Doug Shirley CFO]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new CFO brings a wealth of experience from top healthcare companies.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/scionhealth-names-doug-shirley-cfo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Apr 2025 13:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/scionhealth-names-doug-shirley-cfo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Personal injury firm expands with 12,000-s.f. office purchase]]></title><description><![CDATA[A local legal practice is tripling its office space with a million-dollar investment.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/personal-injury-firm-expands-with-12000-sf-office-purchase/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Apr 2025 12:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/personal-injury-firm-expands-with-12000-sf-office-purchase/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville startup Mandos raises $1M to expand men's health platform]]></title><description><![CDATA[This digital health company just raised $1 million to expand. They're aiming to tackle overlooked men's health concerns.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-startup-mandos-raises-1m-to-expand-mens-health-platform/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Apr 2025 12:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-startup-mandos-raises-1m-to-expand-mens-health-platform/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New retailer Ballou opens in Norton Commons]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ballou has seen continued growth over the last four years and doubled its sales last year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-retailer-ballou-opens-in-norton-commons/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Apr 2025 12:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-retailer-ballou-opens-in-norton-commons/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Here's how much Texas Roadhouse's top execs made last year]]></title><description><![CDATA[The CEO of Texas Roadhouse saw his total compensation package grow significantly last year as the company achieved record-breaking results.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/heres-how-much-texas-roadhouses-top-execs-made-last-year/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Apr 2025 20:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/heres-how-much-texas-roadhouses-top-execs-made-last-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maker's Mark launches new whiskey]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's Maker's Mark's first non-bourbon offering.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/makers-mark-launches-new-whiskey/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Apr 2025 20:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/makers-mark-launches-new-whiskey/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[7 Louisville-area companies rank on Inc.'s fastest-growing regional list]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Southeast region is booming with fast-growing companies, and Kentucky is well-represented on the Inc. magazine list.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/7-louisville-area-companies-rank-on-incs-fastest-growing-regional-list/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Apr 2025 18:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/7-louisville-area-companies-rank-on-incs-fastest-growing-regional-list/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kentucky Exposition Center building 350,000-s.f. facility]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kentucky Venues will begin demolition of Newmarket Hall to make way for new 350,000-square-foot facility.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-exposition-center-building-350000-sf-facility/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Apr 2025 17:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-exposition-center-building-350000-sf-facility/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What’s on tap: A look craft breweries in Kentucky and the U.S.]]></title><description><![CDATA[In conjunction with the annual breweries list, we looked at economic impact data on brewers in the U.S.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/whats-on-tap-a-look-craft-breweries-in-kentucky-and-the-us/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Apr 2025 13:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/whats-on-tap-a-look-craft-breweries-in-kentucky-and-the-us/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mixed-use apartment complex moves forward despite community opposition]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new mixed-use complex near a popular shopping center has received approval, despite vocal concerns from some community members.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/mixed-use-apartment-complex-moves-forward-despite-community-opposition/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Apr 2025 12:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/mixed-use-apartment-complex-moves-forward-despite-community-opposition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Matthews property set for auction]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two mixed-use buildings in a highly sought-after Louisville location are up for grabs, with bidding set to open soon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/st-matthews-property-set-for-auction/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Apr 2025 12:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/st-matthews-property-set-for-auction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Buffalo Trace Distillery closed during flooding]]></title><description><![CDATA[Buffalo Trace is temporarily closed as floodwaters crest in Frankfort.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/buffalo-trace-distillery-closed-during-flooding/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Apr 2025 12:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/buffalo-trace-distillery-closed-during-flooding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Toyota reacts to Trump's 25% auto tariffs]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Trump administration is enacting a 25% tariff on imported vehicles and auto parts, sparking concerns that car prices will rise. Read on to see what Toyota has to say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/toyota-reacts-to-trumps-25-auto-tariffs/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Apr 2025 20:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/toyota-reacts-to-trumps-25-auto-tariffs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Local companies feel the heat from sweeping new US trade policy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville's biggest public companies are feeling the sting of President Trump's latest trade policy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/local-companies-feel-the-heat-from-sweeping-new-us-trade-policy/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Apr 2025 20:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/local-companies-feel-the-heat-from-sweeping-new-us-trade-policy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Most expensive homes sold in Jefferson County (March 10-19, 2025)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following February severe weather, Kentucky Realtors is allocating more money to its housing relief fund. Get the details and also see our photo gallery of recent most expensive home sales where four sold for more than $1 million.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-march-10-19-2025/</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Apr 2025 18:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-march-10-19-2025/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thunder Over Louisville 2025 canceled as floodwaters rise]]></title><description><![CDATA[Find out why the massive event with a $10 million economic impact can't be moved to a different date.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/thunder-over-louisville-2025-canceled-as-floodwaters-rise/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Apr 2025 21:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/thunder-over-louisville-2025-canceled-as-floodwaters-rise/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[20 People to Know in Tourism &amp; Hospitality: Rebekah Courtney]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rebekah Courtney of Louisville Tourism is one our 20 People to Know in Tourism &amp; Hospitality.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-tourism-amp-hospitality-rebekah-courtney/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Apr 2025 15:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-tourism-amp-hospitality-rebekah-courtney/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[20 People to Know in Tourism &amp; Hospitality: Bert le Roux]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bert le Roux of Tempo by Hilton NuLu is one our 20 People to Know in Tourism &amp; Hospitality.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-tourism-amp-hospitality-bert-le-roux/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Apr 2025 15:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-tourism-amp-hospitality-bert-le-roux/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[20 People to Know in Tourism &amp; Hospitality: Jeremy Couture]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jeremy Couture of Woodhaven Bed &amp; Breakfast is one our 20 People to Know in Tourism &amp; Hospitality.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-tourism-amp-hospitality-jeremy-couture/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Apr 2025 15:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-tourism-amp-hospitality-jeremy-couture/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[20 People to Know in Tourism &amp; Hospitality: Fari Nzinga]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fari Nzinga of the Speed Art Museum is one our 20 People to Know in Tourism &amp; Hospitality.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-tourism-amp-hospitality-fari-nzinga/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Apr 2025 15:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-tourism-amp-hospitality-fari-nzinga/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[20 People to Know in Tourism &amp; Hospitality: Valerie Pifer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Valerie Pifer of Progress Park is one our 20 People to Know in Tourism &amp; Hospitality.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-tourism-amp-hospitality-valerie-pifer/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Apr 2025 15:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-tourism-amp-hospitality-valerie-pifer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[20 People to Know in Tourism &amp; Hospitality: Noam Bilitzer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Noam Bilitzer of MeeshMeesh is one of our 20 People to Know in Tourism &amp; Hospitality.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-tourism-amp-hospitality-noam-bilitzer/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Apr 2025 15:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-tourism-amp-hospitality-noam-bilitzer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[20 People to Know in Tourism &amp; Hospitality: Ruth Gao]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ruth Gao of South Seas is one our 20 People to Know in Tourism &amp; Hospitality.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-tourism-amp-hospitality-ruth-gao/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Apr 2025 15:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-tourism-amp-hospitality-ruth-gao/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[20 People to Know in Tourism &amp; Hospitality: Matt Eckert]]></title><description><![CDATA[Matt Eckert of Holiday World &amp; Splashin&rsquo; Safari is one our 20 People to Know in Tourism &amp; Hospitality.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-tourism-amp-hospitality-matt-eckert/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Apr 2025 15:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-tourism-amp-hospitality-matt-eckert/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[20 People to Know in Tourism &amp; Hospitality: Casey Grinold]]></title><description><![CDATA[Casey Grinold of White Lodging is one our 20 People to Know in Tourism &amp; Hospitality.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-tourism-amp-hospitality-casey-grinold/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Apr 2025 15:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-tourism-amp-hospitality-casey-grinold/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[20 People to Know in Tourism &amp; Hospitality: David Domin&eacute;]]></title><description><![CDATA[David Domin&eacute; of Louisville Historic Tours LLC is one our 20 People to Know in Tourism &amp; Hospitality.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-tourism-amp-hospitality-david-domineacute/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Apr 2025 15:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-tourism-amp-hospitality-david-domineacute/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OPINION: DEI and the greatest lie ever told]]></title><description><![CDATA[A deceptive narrative has taken root in the halls of power, from statehouses to boardrooms: diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives somehow undermine meritocracy.<br />
This is false and dangerous, threatening progress and stifling innovation. True meritocracy is impossible without DEI.One of the greatest lies ever told in this country is the idea that entire groups of people &mdash; Black individuals, women, Latinos, people with disabilities, and others &mdash; are "not qualified." This li]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/opinion-dei-and-the-greatest-lie-ever-told/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Apr 2025 20:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/opinion-dei-and-the-greatest-lie-ever-told/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[East End office building up for auction]]></title><description><![CDATA[The auction starts next week and the sellers want $6.3 million or more for Ormsby Station Road property.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/east-end-office-building-up-for-auction/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Apr 2025 20:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/east-end-office-building-up-for-auction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville Gardens to get 'investigative' demolition work, remediation]]></title><description><![CDATA[The exterior demo at Louisville Gardens Downtown will focus on the entrance to the century-old arena.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-gardens-to-get-investigative-demolition-work-remediation/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Apr 2025 19:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-gardens-to-get-investigative-demolition-work-remediation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Proposed $6 billion data center in Oldham County faces scrutiny, developer postpones meeting]]></title><description><![CDATA[A controversial data center project in Oldham County is facing increased scrutiny from residents. Find out why the developer has postponed a key meeting.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/proposed-6-billion-data-center-in-oldham-county-faces-scrutiny-developer-postpones-meeting/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Apr 2025 12:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/proposed-6-billion-data-center-in-oldham-county-faces-scrutiny-developer-postpones-meeting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Grand of Prospect purchased for nearly $80M]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Grand of Prospect, located off Chamberlain Lane and Interstate 71, sold to a real estate investment trust.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-grand-of-prospect-purchased-for-nearly-80m/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Apr 2025 12:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-grand-of-prospect-purchased-for-nearly-80m/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Workers at Caesars Southern Indiana vote to authorize strike amid contract negotiations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some workers at a local hotel casino say they are "prepared to take action" if negotiations fail.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/workers-at-caesars-southern-indiana-vote-to-authorize-strike-amid-contract-negotiations/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Apr 2025 12:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/workers-at-caesars-southern-indiana-vote-to-authorize-strike-amid-contract-negotiations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jason Wade keeps the gears turning for Falls City Beer and Neace Ventures]]></title><description><![CDATA[Papa Johns alum Jason Wade is at the helm of several favorite Louisville brands &mdash; including Falls City Beer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/jason-wade-keeps-the-gears-turning-for-falls-city-beer-and-neace-ventures/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Apr 2025 11:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/jason-wade-keeps-the-gears-turning-for-falls-city-beer-and-neace-ventures/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bradley takes helm at UofL, pledges focus on enrollment and business collaboration]]></title><description><![CDATA[The incoming president discusses potential initiatives, including a research park and downtown innovation hub, to align UofL with Louisville's workforce needs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bradley-takes-helm-at-uofl-pledges-focus-on-enrollment-and-business-collaboration/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2025 20:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bradley-takes-helm-at-uofl-pledges-focus-on-enrollment-and-business-collaboration/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[County Attorney Mike O'Connell will not seek reelection]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mike O&rsquo;Connell was appointed to the role in August 2008 and has since been elected four times.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/county-attorney-mike-oconnell-will-not-seek-reelection/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2025 20:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/county-attorney-mike-oconnell-will-not-seek-reelection/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CEO interview: How a Louisville native is guiding distillery's next chapter]]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;I think New Riff has always just been a reflection of the people who built it," said CEO Hannah Lowen.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ceo-interview-how-a-louisville-native-is-guiding-distillerys-next-chapter/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2025 20:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ceo-interview-how-a-louisville-native-is-guiding-distillerys-next-chapter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Six ROTH IRA strategies investors use to increase their retirement assets]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Roth IRA is one of the most powerful retirement savings tools, offering tax-free growth and withdrawals in retirement. Roths can be a strategic tool for building generational wealth, managing taxes and ensuring financial flexibility. While many people contribute to a Roth IRA the traditional way, there are several creative strategies that can help you increase its benefits, even if you earn too much to contribute directly.<br />
At Cardinal Pointe Financial Group, a 2025 Forbes Best in State Wealth&]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/six-roth-ira-strategies-investors-use-to-increase-their-retirement-assets/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2025 19:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/six-roth-ira-strategies-investors-use-to-increase-their-retirement-assets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville Public Media names new CEO]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville Public Media's new leader comes from New York City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-public-media-names-new-ceo/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2025 18:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-public-media-names-new-ceo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amazon opens first Kentucky same-day delivery site in Louisville]]></title><description><![CDATA[Amazon's investment in Louisville creates jobs and speeds up deliveries. Discover the wide-ranging impact of this new facility on the local community.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/amazon-opens-first-kentucky-same-day-delivery-site-in-louisville/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2025 13:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/amazon-opens-first-kentucky-same-day-delivery-site-in-louisville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two for one: Pair of bourbon brands open Louisville tasting room]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the history of tasting rooms, there has never been one that was shared by two brands (at least not in Louisville). Not anymore.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/two-for-one-pair-of-bourbon-brands-open-louisville-tasting-room/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2025 12:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/two-for-one-pair-of-bourbon-brands-open-louisville-tasting-room/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Apartment building with more than 250 units opens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Denton Floyd Real Estate Group celebrated construction completion on another development Tuesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/apartment-building-with-more-than-250-units-opens/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2025 12:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/apartment-building-with-more-than-250-units-opens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MeeshMeesh chef named James Beard finalist]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Louisville chef is in the prestigious ranks of James Beard finalists, announced Wednesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/meeshmeesh-chef-named-james-beard-finalist/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Apr 2025 20:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/meeshmeesh-chef-named-james-beard-finalist/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EXCLUSIVE: Block by Block to move HQ to PNC Tower]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 3,200-employee company has one of the most visible presences in Downtown Louisville. Here's why.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/exclusive-block-by-block-to-move-hq-to-pnc-tower/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Apr 2025 20:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/exclusive-block-by-block-to-move-hq-to-pnc-tower/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[East End Hilton Garden Inn sold]]></title><description><![CDATA[An East End Hilton Garden Inn has changed hands. Find out which local investment group is behind the purchase.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/east-end-hilton-garden-inn-sold/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/east-end-hilton-garden-inn-sold/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OPINION: How investing can help build Black generational wealth]]></title><description><![CDATA["The typical Black family has $15 for every $100 of wealth held by the typical white family, according to 2022 data from the Federal Reserve."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/opinion-how-investing-can-help-build-black-generational-wealth/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 20:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/opinion-how-investing-can-help-build-black-generational-wealth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[D. Scott Neal Inc. acquired by Denver firm]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Denver firm has bought D. Scott Neal, which expands its reach to Kentucky.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/d-scott-neal-inc-acquired-by-denver-firm/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 20:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/d-scott-neal-inc-acquired-by-denver-firm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Classic Collision acquires Glaser's Collision Centers in nationwide expansion]]></title><description><![CDATA[A recent LBF Family Business Awards winner has been sold to a national chain. Discover how this impacts the local auto repair landscape.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/classic-collision-acquires-glasers-collision-centers-in-nationwide-expansion/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 18:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/classic-collision-acquires-glasers-collision-centers-in-nationwide-expansion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Neace Ventures makes 2 acquisitions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville-based private equity firm Neace Ventures has made two acquisitions in the logistics space.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/neace-ventures-makes-2-acquisitions/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 12:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/neace-ventures-makes-2-acquisitions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suburban Towing founder's widow continues legacy as CEO]]></title><description><![CDATA[Suburban Towing was involved following the daring rescue of the semi driver whose rig dangled from the Clark Memorial Bridge last year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/suburban-towing-founders-widow-continues-legacy-as-ceo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 12:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/suburban-towing-founders-widow-continues-legacy-as-ceo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Humana's $20M HQ renovation tops latest Louisville Project Watch update]]></title><description><![CDATA[From luxury apartments to shopping center renovations, see how the latest additions to Project Watch are transforming Louisville's neighborhoods.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/humanas-20m-hq-renovation-tops-latest-louisville-project-watch-update/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 12:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/humanas-20m-hq-renovation-tops-latest-louisville-project-watch-update/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[3 common discomforts financial diversification may cause — and why it’s worth it]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nobel Laureate Harry Markowitz famously called diversification &ldquo;the only true free lunch in investing.&rdquo; While diversification is immensely valuable &mdash; helping to boost risk-adjusted return potential and allow for smoother portfolio growth &mdash; the truth is that diversification is not entirely free. To harvest diversification's benefits, you must pay an entry fee: discomfort.<br />
Discomfort is an inherent characteristic of how diversification works. Diversified portfolios are cons]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/3-common-discomforts-financial-diversification-may-cause-and-why-its-worth-it/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/3-common-discomforts-financial-diversification-may-cause-and-why-its-worth-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Confetti' conference to take place in NuLu during Derby Week]]></title><description><![CDATA[A conference idea that dates back to 2019 is about to make a celebratory splash in Louisville in time for Derby season. It will feature representatives from Meta, Google, Zoom, Spotify, Pinterest and The Light Room.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/confetti-conference-to-take-place-in-nulu-during-derby-week/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Mar 2025 20:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/confetti-conference-to-take-place-in-nulu-during-derby-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Looking at the landscape of local architecture firms]]></title><description><![CDATA[Behind some of Louisville&rsquo;s iconic buildings are some of Louisville&rsquo;s architects.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/looking-at-the-landscape-of-local-architecture-firms/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Mar 2025 18:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/looking-at-the-landscape-of-local-architecture-firms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The most expensive homes sold in Jefferson County (March 5-7, 2025)]]></title><description><![CDATA[LBF's latest roundup of the most expensive homes sold in the area is in the attached gallery. This time we're looking at homes sold between March 5 and March 7.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-march-5-7-2025/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Mar 2025 17:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-march-5-7-2025/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville native Brandon Pfaadt inks $45M MLB deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Trinity and Bellarmine alum made his 2025 debut Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-native-brandon-pfaadt-inks-45m-mlb-deal/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Mar 2025 17:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-native-brandon-pfaadt-inks-45m-mlb-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Executive Insights, Power 50 edition: Travis Haire, Ph.D., of Ivy Tech Community College (video)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Travis Haire, Ph.D., was named to Louisville Business First&rsquo;s Power 50 list in 2025, joining the ranks of the most influential members of the Greater Louisville business community. In this video, he talks with LBF Publisher Lisa Benson about the exciting new developments on Ivy Tech&rsquo;s campus and what his priorities are when it comes to leadership of the region&rsquo;s third largest college in terms of enrollment.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/executive-insights-power-50-edition-travis-haire-phd-of-ivy-tech-community-college-video/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Mar 2025 21:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/executive-insights-power-50-edition-travis-haire-phd-of-ivy-tech-community-college-video/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Small Plates: Jimmy Can't Dance finds new home in NuLu]]></title><description><![CDATA[A successful holiday pop-up event led to a rebirth of this defunct jazz club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/small-plates-jimmy-cant-dance-finds-new-home-in-nulu/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Mar 2025 18:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/small-plates-jimmy-cant-dance-finds-new-home-in-nulu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sneak peak: A look inside Louisville’s PGA Tour Superstore]]></title><description><![CDATA[What would you do for a set of new irons? Would you camp outside a store for four days?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/sneak-peak-a-look-inside-louisvilles-pga-tour-superstore/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Mar 2025 18:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/sneak-peak-a-look-inside-louisvilles-pga-tour-superstore/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kentucky governor criticizes UofL's swift presidential appointment]]></title><description><![CDATA[The sudden resignation of UofL's president sparks a debate about the best approach to selecting new university leadership.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-governor-criticizes-uofls-swift-presidential-appointment/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Mar 2025 18:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-governor-criticizes-uofls-swift-presidential-appointment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top-flight German soccer club returning to Louisville]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville City FC prepares to welcome back a European soccer powerhouse for a summer friendly, building on last year's successful visit.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/top-flight-german-soccer-club-returning-to-louisville/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Mar 2025 12:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/top-flight-german-soccer-club-returning-to-louisville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville creative agency leads Alfa Romeo campaign]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Louisville agency is putting the city on the map with a national car campaign.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-creative-agency-leads-alfa-romeo-campaign/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Mar 2025 11:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-creative-agency-leads-alfa-romeo-campaign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NASA grant fuels Louisville nonprofit's space research]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Louisville nonprofit is taking its fight against brain diseases to space.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/nasa-grant-fuels-louisville-nonprofits-space-research/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Mar 2025 19:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/nasa-grant-fuels-louisville-nonprofits-space-research/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Downtown Louisville sees $2.3B investment surge with 73 projects in 2024]]></title><description><![CDATA[Downtown Louisville drawing record numbers of visitors and attracting new businesses.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/downtown-louisville-sees-23b-investment-surge-with-73-projects-in-2024/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Mar 2025 19:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/downtown-louisville-sees-23b-investment-surge-with-73-projects-in-2024/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Massive South End data center plans unveiled]]></title><description><![CDATA[A massive data center project in Louisville is taking shape.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/massive-south-end-data-center-plans-unveiled/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Mar 2025 19:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/massive-south-end-data-center-plans-unveiled/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[University of Louisville's leadership overhaul: A guide]]></title><description><![CDATA[The University of Louisville has seen a series of significant leadership transitions across its departments and schools in the last year or so&mdash; here's a rundown.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/university-of-louisvilles-leadership-overhaul-a-guide/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Mar 2025 17:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/university-of-louisvilles-leadership-overhaul-a-guide/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Home ‘Court’ advantage: How two Kentuckians invested in AI before it exploded]]></title><description><![CDATA[Years before ChatGPT made headlines, these Louisville investors saw AI's potential.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/home-court-advantage-how-two-kentuckians-invested-in-ai-before-it-exploded/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Mar 2025 12:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/home-court-advantage-how-two-kentuckians-invested-in-ai-before-it-exploded/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metals Innovation Initiative taps recycling industry veteran to lead board]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Kentucky nonprofit has chosen a metals industry veteran with over 30 years of experience to lead its board.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/metals-innovation-initiative-taps-recycling-industry-veteran-to-lead-board/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Mar 2025 11:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/metals-innovation-initiative-taps-recycling-industry-veteran-to-lead-board/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Park Duvalle Community Health Centers to open urgent care in West Louisville]]></title><description><![CDATA[The facility will offer preventative care such as examinations, vaccinations, screening tests and on-site diagnostic services.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/park-duvalle-community-health-centers-to-open-urgent-care-in-west-louisville/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Mar 2025 11:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/park-duvalle-community-health-centers-to-open-urgent-care-in-west-louisville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UofL taps former provost for top job following Kim Schatzel's resignation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gerry Bradley takes the helm at University of Louisville in an unexpected leadership transition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uofl-taps-former-provost-for-top-job-following-kim-schatzels-resignation/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Mar 2025 01:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uofl-taps-former-provost-for-top-job-following-kim-schatzels-resignation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Highlands church for sale]]></title><description><![CDATA[A historic Highlands church, once planned as a boutique hotel, is now for sale.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/former-highlands-church-for-sale/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Mar 2025 12:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/former-highlands-church-for-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[200-unit apartment complex to break ground near Lynn Family Stadium in 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[The first phase of an ambitious project around Lynn Family Stadium has been announced, with details on what's to come for the surrounding neighborhood.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/200-unit-apartment-complex-to-break-ground-near-lynn-family-stadium-in-2026/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Mar 2025 12:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/200-unit-apartment-complex-to-break-ground-near-lynn-family-stadium-in-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PlayPort part of Waterfront Park's $50M expansion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville's Waterfront Park is growing westward with an innovative new feature.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/playport-part-of-waterfront-parks-50m-expansion/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Mar 2025 11:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/playport-part-of-waterfront-parks-50m-expansion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lantech boosts US manufacturing with Louisville expansion]]></title><description><![CDATA[A global packaging automation company is growing its US manufacturing presence.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/lantech-boosts-us-manufacturing-with-louisville-expansion/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Mar 2025 11:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/lantech-boosts-us-manufacturing-with-louisville-expansion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bourbon leaders: 'This is a resilient industry']]></title><description><![CDATA[Is the whiskey glass half full or half empty?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bourbon-leaders-this-is-a-resilient-industry/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Mar 2025 19:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bourbon-leaders-this-is-a-resilient-industry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kroger fires back, countersues as Albertsons makes fresh accusations tied to merger collapse]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kroger Co. has filed an answer to Albertsons Cos. Inc.&rsquo;s lawsuit against it regarding the companies&rsquo; failed $24.6 billion merger and made counterclaims against its former acquisition target, claiming Albertsons actually undermined the deal. Albertsons also made additional claims against Kroger.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kroger-fires-back-countersues-as-albertsons-makes-fresh-accusations-tied-to-merger-collapse/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Mar 2025 19:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kroger-fires-back-countersues-as-albertsons-makes-fresh-accusations-tied-to-merger-collapse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Popular Japanese-Southern fusion eatery set for comeback]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Clifton restaurant is coming back with expanded menu offerings.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/popular-japanese-southern-fusion-eatery-set-for-comeback/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Mar 2025 19:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/popular-japanese-southern-fusion-eatery-set-for-comeback/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Long-awaited Butchertown project to bring apartments, retail near Lynn Family Stadium]]></title><description><![CDATA[The long-anticipated development near Lynn Family Stadium is kicking-off.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/long-awaited-butchertown-project-to-bring-apartments-retail-near-lynn-family-stadium/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Mar 2025 17:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/long-awaited-butchertown-project-to-bring-apartments-retail-near-lynn-family-stadium/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Locos closes Fourth Street Live location amid rising costs]]></title><description><![CDATA[The owners of Locos are searching for a new home in Louisville after closing due to financial pressures.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/locos-closes-fourth-street-live-location-amid-rising-costs/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Mar 2025 11:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/locos-closes-fourth-street-live-location-amid-rising-costs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shanna Adamic Q&amp;A: The advice of embracing 'Audacious Optimism']]></title><description><![CDATA[Shanna Adamic, a health care executive, author and motivational speaker, will keynote Louisville Business First's Enterprising Women Awards on April 15.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/shanna-adamic-qampa-the-advice-of-embracing-audacious-optimism/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Mar 2025 11:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/shanna-adamic-qampa-the-advice-of-embracing-audacious-optimism/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OPINION: Reducing taxes and health care premiums in retirement takes planning]]></title><description><![CDATA["Two factors often overlooked in preparing for one&rsquo;s golden years are taxes and health care planning. The reality is that decisions made as much as five or 10 years prior to retirement have massive consequences in your 60s, 70s and beyond."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/opinion-reducing-taxes-and-health-care-premiums-in-retirement-takes-planning/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Mar 2025 19:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/opinion-reducing-taxes-and-health-care-premiums-in-retirement-takes-planning/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Here's where Forever 21 is closing stores in Kentucky]]></title><description><![CDATA[Forever 21 first filed for bankruptcy in 2019. The company will continue selling to U.S. customers through its website up while operating stores in other countries.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/heres-where-forever-21-is-closing-stores-in-kentucky/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Mar 2025 19:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/heres-where-forever-21-is-closing-stores-in-kentucky/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EXCLUSIVE: El Toro names new CEO]]></title><description><![CDATA[El Toro welcomes a new CEO with deep industry experience]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/exclusive-el-toro-names-new-ceo/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Mar 2025 19:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/exclusive-el-toro-names-new-ceo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[River Road restaurant owners grapple with construction disruptions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Restaurant owners along River Road are voicing their concerns about a $34 million Louisville Water Co. project.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/river-road-restaurant-owners-grapple-with-construction-disruptions/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Mar 2025 19:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/river-road-restaurant-owners-grapple-with-construction-disruptions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The latest Louisville restaurant news (Access Louisville Podcast)]]></title><description><![CDATA[LBF Restaurant Reporter Michael L. Jones is on the Access Louisville podcast this week to share some of his latest reporting.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-latest-louisville-restaurant-news-access-louisville-podcast/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Mar 2025 11:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-latest-louisville-restaurant-news-access-louisville-podcast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The most expensive homes sold in Jefferson County (Feb. 27-March 4)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our latest roundup of the area's most expensive homes sold is in the attached gallery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-feb-27-march-4/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Mar 2025 16:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-feb-27-march-4/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Taj Louisville reopening amid dispute over bar name]]></title><description><![CDATA[The owner of Taj Louisville is moving his bar, but he may soon face an unexpected competitor using the same name.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/taj-louisville-reopening-amid-dispute-over-bar-name/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Mar 2025 19:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/taj-louisville-reopening-amid-dispute-over-bar-name/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kentucky-based flavored bourbon brand acquired]]></title><description><![CDATA[A flavored bourbon with an interesting name has been acquired by a San Diego-based company.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-based-flavored-bourbon-brand-acquired/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Mar 2025 19:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-based-flavored-bourbon-brand-acquired/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville Public Media offers buyouts as budget shortfall looms]]></title><description><![CDATA[Despite a decade of growth in services and reach, Louisville Public Media faces difficult choices to ensure its long-term sustainability, the media organization says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-public-media-offers-buyouts-as-budget-shortfall-looms/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Mar 2025 17:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-public-media-offers-buyouts-as-budget-shortfall-looms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saint Xavier announces $2.5M classroom renovation project]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of Louisville's largest private schools is investing millions to modernize its classrooms]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/saint-xavier-announces-25m-classroom-renovation-project/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Mar 2025 12:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/saint-xavier-announces-25m-classroom-renovation-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New hires boost Louisville innovation hub]]></title><description><![CDATA[Amplify expands its leadership to better serve Louisville's innovators.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-hires-boost-louisville-innovation-hub/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Mar 2025 11:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-hires-boost-louisville-innovation-hub/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VIEWPOINT: Walkability is the foundation of a world-class Downtown district]]></title><description><![CDATA[The streets, sidewalks and public spaces that connect people shape a city just as much as its skyline. Nowhere is this more important than in medical and education districts, writes Nadareca Thibeaux.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/viewpoint-walkability-is-the-foundation-of-a-world-class-downtown-district/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Mar 2025 11:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/viewpoint-walkability-is-the-foundation-of-a-world-class-downtown-district/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lsquo;Go back to Kentucky&rsquo;: Maker's Mark icon Bill Samuels Jr. reflects on his early chapters]]></title><description><![CDATA[If someone had always been destined to work in the bourbon industry, you&rsquo;d be hard pressed to find someone higher on the list than Bill Samuels Jr.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/lsquogo-back-to-kentuckyrsquo-makers-mark-icon-bill-samuels-jr-reflects-on-his-early-chapters/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Mar 2025 11:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/lsquogo-back-to-kentuckyrsquo-makers-mark-icon-bill-samuels-jr-reflects-on-his-early-chapters/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[721 Mint It expands footprint at Logan Street Market]]></title><description><![CDATA[This family-run health food concept went from pop-up events to a 1,700-square-foot storefront in just a few years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/721-mint-it-expands-footprint-at-logan-street-market/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Mar 2025 19:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/721-mint-it-expands-footprint-at-logan-street-market/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UofL Peace Hospital CEO resigns]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Louisville hospital CEO plans to resign following clash between patients and staff.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uofl-peace-hospital-ceo-resigns/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Mar 2025 19:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uofl-peace-hospital-ceo-resigns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ANNOUNCING: Here are the 2025 LBF Family Business Awards honorees]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are honoring 21 companies and people helping to run area family businesses.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/announcing-here-are-the-2025-lbf-family-business-awards-honorees/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Mar 2025 16:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/announcing-here-are-the-2025-lbf-family-business-awards-honorees/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PriceWeber names co-presidents]]></title><description><![CDATA[PriceWeber's CEO is giving up the president title to two new co-leaders.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/priceweber-names-co-presidents/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Mar 2025 16:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/priceweber-names-co-presidents/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yum Brands partners with Nvidia to bring AI to restaurants]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yum Brands is teaming up with a major tech company to revolutionize its restaurant operations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/yum-brands-partners-with-nvidia-to-bring-ai-to-restaurants/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Mar 2025 12:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/yum-brands-partners-with-nvidia-to-bring-ai-to-restaurants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Defense technology manufacturer breaks ground on $50M local facility]]></title><description><![CDATA[A California-based defense firm is making a significant investment in the Hoosier state.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/defense-technology-manufacturer-breaks-ground-on-50m-local-facility/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Mar 2025 19:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/defense-technology-manufacturer-breaks-ground-on-50m-local-facility/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Catholic Education Foundation announces $100M campaign]]></title><description><![CDATA[The $100M campaign for the Catholic Education Foundation announcement comes on the heels of a record-breaking dinner.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/catholic-education-foundation-announces-100m-campaign/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Mar 2025 18:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/catholic-education-foundation-announces-100m-campaign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[JPMorgan Chase names new leader of Louisville office]]></title><description><![CDATA[Her new role at JPMorgan Chase fulfills a career aspiration she shared with us years ago.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/jpmorgan-chase-names-new-leader-of-louisville-office/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Mar 2025 18:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/jpmorgan-chase-names-new-leader-of-louisville-office/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[USL club owners vote to implement promotion and relegation system in American soccer]]></title><description><![CDATA[United Soccer League owners have voted for a major change that could transform American soccer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/usl-club-owners-vote-to-implement-promotion-and-relegation-system-in-american-soccer/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Mar 2025 17:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/usl-club-owners-vote-to-implement-promotion-and-relegation-system-in-american-soccer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Utilities planning for Kentucky’s record-breaking economic growth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Record-breaking economic growth across Kentucky is catching attention, and competitive energy rates and accessible utility infrastructure add to the state&rsquo;s appeal.<br />
The state&rsquo;s largest utilities, Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company, forecasted last fall in their Integrated Resource Plan filed with the Kentucky Public Service Commission that economic development will increase their energy system load by 30%-45% by 2032, when compared to 2024.<br />
The utiliti]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/utilities-planning-for-kentuckys-record-breaking-economic-growth/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Mar 2025 16:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/utilities-planning-for-kentuckys-record-breaking-economic-growth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kroger Co. faces new lawsuit over failed $24.6B Albertsons merger]]></title><description><![CDATA[Another lawsuit has been filed against Kroger Co. regarding its failed $24.6 billion acquisition of Albertsons Cos. Inc.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kroger-co-faces-new-lawsuit-over-failed-246b-albertsons-merger/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Mar 2025 11:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kroger-co-faces-new-lawsuit-over-failed-246b-albertsons-merger/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Playa Bowls to open third Louisville location in the Highlands]]></title><description><![CDATA[The former Joy Luck space on Bardstown Road won't be empty for long.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/playa-bowls-to-open-third-louisville-location-in-the-highlands/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Mar 2025 11:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/playa-bowls-to-open-third-louisville-location-in-the-highlands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kentucky Performing Arts names CFO]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kentucky Performing Arts' new CFO previously served as controller at Baptist Health Rehab Hospital.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-performing-arts-names-cfo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Mar 2025 11:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-performing-arts-names-cfo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prime Downtown property for sale]]></title><description><![CDATA[The site is blocks away from Whiskey Row and the Yum Center.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/prime-downtown-property-for-sale/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Mar 2025 11:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/prime-downtown-property-for-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Restaurant to reopen in Logan Street Market]]></title><description><![CDATA[The restaurant's owner reveals why he chose Logan Street Market for his restaurant's revival.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/restaurant-to-reopen-in-logan-street-market/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Mar 2025 19:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/restaurant-to-reopen-in-logan-street-market/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[River Ridge Development Authority executive director stepping down]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jerry Acy's replacement as executive director of the River Ridge Development Authority has been named.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/river-ridge-development-authority-executive-director-stepping-down/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Mar 2025 22:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/river-ridge-development-authority-executive-director-stepping-down/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville bank CEO pay revealed: Stock Yards chief sees 66% increase in 2024]]></title><description><![CDATA[Local bank chief's pay jumps 66%: How it compares to other Louisville leaders.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-bank-ceo-pay-revealed-stock-yards-chief-sees-66-increase-in-2024/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Mar 2025 19:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-bank-ceo-pay-revealed-stock-yards-chief-sees-66-increase-in-2024/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Bellarmine coach to lead Saint Xavier's athletic program]]></title><description><![CDATA[A former collegiate coach with an impressive track record is stepping into a key role at one of Louisville's largest private schools.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/former-bellarmine-coach-to-lead-saint-xaviers-athletic-program/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Mar 2025 17:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/former-bellarmine-coach-to-lead-saint-xaviers-athletic-program/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Junior Bridgeman memorial service details announced]]></title><description><![CDATA[The life of Louisville business leader Junior Bridgeman will be celebrated this weekend.According to his obituary, Bridgeman&rsquo;s family will host a celebration of life at Southeast Christian Church on Saturday, March 22 at 11 a.m.In lieu of flowers the family is asking for donations to the West End School, a private school for at-risk young men which Bridgeman helped raised money for throughout his career.<br />
Bridgeman died at age 71 after suffering a medical emergency during the 45th Annual Le]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/junior-bridgeman-memorial-service-details-announced/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Mar 2025 16:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/junior-bridgeman-memorial-service-details-announced/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OPINION: Louisville can up competitive edge through tax, incentive and land development reforms]]></title><description><![CDATA["Greater Louisville stands at an economic crossroads, and we cannot afford to kick the can down the road any longer and risk losing more potential investment."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/opinion-louisville-can-up-competitive-edge-through-tax-incentive-and-land-development-reforms/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Mar 2025 14:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/opinion-louisville-can-up-competitive-edge-through-tax-incentive-and-land-development-reforms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Elon Musk's DOGE cancels 22 leases in Kentucky]]></title><description><![CDATA[DOGE published a list of the leases it says it canceled across the U.S.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/elon-musks-doge-cancels-22-leases-in-kentucky/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Mar 2025 11:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/elon-musks-doge-cancels-22-leases-in-kentucky/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Concierge medical practice oneMD expands with third location on East End]]></title><description><![CDATA[This expansion brings the practice to three locations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/concierge-medical-practice-onemd-expands-with-third-location-on-east-end/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Mar 2025 11:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/concierge-medical-practice-onemd-expands-with-third-location-on-east-end/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Our favorite Junior Bridgeman stories (Access Louisville Podcast)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Access Louisville is a weekly podcast from Louisville Business First. Follow us on popular podcast services to never miss an episode.Apple Podcasts | Spotify<br />
Louisville lost one of its biggest luminaries this week with the passing of Junior Bridgeman.We discuss his passing and share some of our favorite stories about the basketball star turned businessman on this week's Access Louisville podcast.<br />
Bridgeman died at age 71 after suffering a medical emergency during the 45th Annual Leadership&helli]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/our-favorite-junior-bridgeman-stories-access-louisville-podcast/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Mar 2025 11:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/our-favorite-junior-bridgeman-stories-access-louisville-podcast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lynn Family Stadium unveils new menu]]></title><description><![CDATA[Soccer season is upon Lynn Family Stadium &mdash; but what are you going to eat and drink when you get there?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/lynn-family-stadium-unveils-new-menu/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Mar 2025 11:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/lynn-family-stadium-unveils-new-menu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Most expensive homes sold in Jefferson County (Feb. 13-26, 2025)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville ranks second on a list of cities where median rent increased the most from 2023-24. And a look at recent pricey local home sales in a photo gallery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-feb-13-26-2025/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Mar 2025 18:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-feb-13-26-2025/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How RETAIN Kentucky is helping employers prevent turnover from disability]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the United States, Kentucky has the third highest employment gap between people with and without disabilities &mdash; a 40.3 percentage point difference. With Kentucky&rsquo;s workforce participation rate at 58.3% (December 2024), and with only 37.9% of Kentuckians with disabilities employed, employers can&rsquo;t afford to lose more employees to injury or illness.To help with this, employers can consider programs aimed at helping employees stay at, or return to, work after injuries or illnes]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/how-retain-kentucky-is-helping-employers-prevent-turnover-from-disability/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Mar 2025 05:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/how-retain-kentucky-is-helping-employers-prevent-turnover-from-disability/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Here's how much Churchill Downs' top execs made last year]]></title><description><![CDATA[The compensation gap between executives and employees at Churchill Downs is vast. Find out just how wide it is.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/heres-how-much-churchill-downs-top-execs-made-last-year/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2025 19:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/heres-how-much-churchill-downs-top-execs-made-last-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kentucky distillery lays off quarter of workforce]]></title><description><![CDATA[It&rsquo;s becoming a trend that no one in the bourbon industry wants to see.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-distillery-lays-off-quarter-of-workforce/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2025 18:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-distillery-lays-off-quarter-of-workforce/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Highland Fish Market expands with two new locations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Highland Fish Market is expanding with plans that connect to the shop's historical roots.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/highland-fish-market-expands-with-two-new-locations/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2025 18:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/highland-fish-market-expands-with-two-new-locations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who’s next as Kroger CEO? Analysts choose their top candidates]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kroger Co. could bring in someone from the outside as CEO for the first time in its history if multiple analysts&rsquo; suggestions for the identity of the grocery giant&rsquo;s next leader come to fruition. Here's who they see as candidates.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/whos-next-as-kroger-ceo-analysts-choose-their-top-candidates/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2025 12:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/whos-next-as-kroger-ceo-analysts-choose-their-top-candidates/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Limon y Sal expands with second location in St. Matthews]]></title><description><![CDATA[A popular Mexican restaurant is replacing The Raven in St. Matthews.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/limon-y-sal-expands-with-second-location-in-st-matthews/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2025 12:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/limon-y-sal-expands-with-second-location-in-st-matthews/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bourbonomics event to take place March 24 at Louisville’s Ice House]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bourbon industry leaders to discuss tariffs and other pressing industry issues at Bourbonomics event.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bourbonomics-event-to-take-place-march-24-at-louisvilles-ice-house/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2025 12:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bourbonomics-event-to-take-place-march-24-at-louisvilles-ice-house/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cannabis-infused beverage regulation bill heads to governor's desk]]></title><description><![CDATA[New regulations on hemp-derived beverages make their way to the governor's desk.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/cannabis-infused-beverage-regulation-bill-heads-to-governors-desk/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2025 11:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/cannabis-infused-beverage-regulation-bill-heads-to-governors-desk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Empty feeling: Iconic brand's departure from Kentucky sparks concern for Louisville's future]]></title><description><![CDATA[KFC's departure from Kentucky raises questions about Louisville's economic future and what it means for other major employers in the city.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/empty-feeling-iconic-brands-departure-from-kentucky-sparks-concern-for-louisvilles-future/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2025 11:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/empty-feeling-iconic-brands-departure-from-kentucky-sparks-concern-for-louisvilles-future/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bubba's 33 to open second Louisville-area location]]></title><description><![CDATA[The restaurant is expected to create up to 200 new jobs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bubbas-33-to-open-second-louisville-area-location/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Mar 2025 19:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bubbas-33-to-open-second-louisville-area-location/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New leadership at Kentucky Realtors targets housing affordability]]></title><description><![CDATA[The state's influential real estate association is throwing its weight behind policies aimed at increasing housing supply and affordability.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-leadership-at-kentucky-realtors-targets-housing-affordability/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Mar 2025 12:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-leadership-at-kentucky-realtors-targets-housing-affordability/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bluegrass icon Sam Bush to headline Memorial Day weekend festival]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sam Bush, a bluegrass legend with deep Louisville ties, is set to perform at a Memorial Day weekend festival.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bluegrass-icon-sam-bush-to-headline-memorial-day-weekend-festival/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Mar 2025 12:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bluegrass-icon-sam-bush-to-headline-memorial-day-weekend-festival/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kroger sets grand reopening after $1.8M store renovation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kroger also is investing $500,000 in increased wages in the area.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kroger-sets-grand-reopening-after-18m-store-renovation/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Mar 2025 11:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kroger-sets-grand-reopening-after-18m-store-renovation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Humana Tower up for sale, mixed-use redevelopment proposed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Humana's iconic pink granite tower in Downtown Louisville is up for sale, with potential for a mixed-use transformation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/humana-tower-up-for-sale-mixed-use-redevelopment-proposed/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Mar 2025 11:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/humana-tower-up-for-sale-mixed-use-redevelopment-proposed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville Orchestra CEO Graham Parker steps down, interim leader named]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Louisville Orchestra is entering a new chapter of leadership. Learn about the interim executive and plans for finding a permanent successor.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-orchestra-ceo-graham-parker-steps-down-interim-leader-named/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2025 19:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-orchestra-ceo-graham-parker-steps-down-interim-leader-named/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Junior Bridgeman's lasting legacy: Local leaders pay tribute (PHOTOS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Junior Bridgeman's journey from star at UofL to NBA standout to billionaire businessman inspired many athletes and entrepreneurs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/junior-bridgemans-lasting-legacy-local-leaders-pay-tribute-photos/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2025 19:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/junior-bridgemans-lasting-legacy-local-leaders-pay-tribute-photos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EU to reinstate 50% tariffs on American spirits on April 1]]></title><description><![CDATA[It seems like the worst-case scenario for the bourbon industry might play out on April 1.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/eu-to-reinstate-50-tariffs-on-american-spirits-on-april-1/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2025 19:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/eu-to-reinstate-50-tariffs-on-american-spirits-on-april-1/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pharmacord CEO Truckenmiller to lead merged company with Mercalis]]></title><description><![CDATA[A major local health tech firm is merging with a North Carolina-based pharma-tech provider.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/pharmacord-ceo-truckenmiller-to-lead-merged-company-with-mercalis/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2025 19:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/pharmacord-ceo-truckenmiller-to-lead-merged-company-with-mercalis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Housing authority’s exec hits one year, adjusts agency’s strategy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville's housing authority has a new plan to tackle affordable housing challenges.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/housing-authoritys-exec-hits-one-year-adjusts-agencys-strategy/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2025 12:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/housing-authoritys-exec-hits-one-year-adjusts-agencys-strategy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EXCLUSIVE: Law firm to leave East End for Downtown tower]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of Louisville&rsquo;s largest law firms is headed Downtown.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/exclusive-law-firm-to-leave-east-end-for-downtown-tower/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2025 11:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/exclusive-law-firm-to-leave-east-end-for-downtown-tower/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Junior Bridgeman dies at 71 after collapsing at event]]></title><description><![CDATA[Junior Bridgeman was on stage at an event when he collapsed during an apparent heart attack.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/junior-bridgeman-dies-at-71-after-collapsing-at-event/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2025 23:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/junior-bridgeman-dies-at-71-after-collapsing-at-event/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Junior Bridgeman suffers medical emergency]]></title><description><![CDATA[Media reports say Bridgeman suffered a medical emergency during a speaking engagement at the Galt House.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/junior-bridgeman-suffers-medical-emergency/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2025 20:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/junior-bridgeman-suffers-medical-emergency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Developer calls for risk-taking leaders to drive Louisville's economic growth through sports]]></title><description><![CDATA[A real estate developer explains why embracing risk and supporting ambitious leaders is crucial for Louisville's economic future.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/developer-calls-for-risk-taking-leaders-to-drive-louisvilles-economic-growth-through-sports/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2025 19:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/developer-calls-for-risk-taking-leaders-to-drive-louisvilles-economic-growth-through-sports/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[See inside $1M historic home with ties to Henry Clay for sale (PHOTOS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Historic charm and modern updates. That's what's promised for the next owner's of this property. See inside.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/see-inside-1m-historic-home-with-ties-to-henry-clay-for-sale-photos/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2025 18:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/see-inside-1m-historic-home-with-ties-to-henry-clay-for-sale-photos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Checking a bag? Southwest changes its policy on freebies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southwest Airlines is undergoing a series of business strategy changes to cut costs. The latest of these changes impact both travelers and employees.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/checking-a-bag-southwest-changes-its-policy-on-freebies/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2025 18:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/checking-a-bag-southwest-changes-its-policy-on-freebies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fizz District sets grand opening date]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fizz District is now open in the Crescent Hill neighborhood.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/fizz-district-sets-grand-opening-date/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2025 16:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/fizz-district-sets-grand-opening-date/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[This company helped health care systems save $37 million in 2024. Here’s how.]]></title><description><![CDATA[In 2024, Realty Trust Group (RTG) helped health care systems save over $37 million through strategic real estate management. As financial pressures mount, health systems can no longer afford to view real estate as just a cost center &mdash; it must be a core part of their financial strategy. By proactively managing their real estate portfolios, health care leaders can drive cost savings, operational efficiency and long-term financial growth.Health care real estate is a major financial investment]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/this-company-helped-health-care-systems-save-37-million-in-2024-heres-how/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2025 14:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/this-company-helped-health-care-systems-save-37-million-in-2024-heres-how/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spirit Airlines resumes service to Los Angeles, adds 4 additional routes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spirit Airlines resumes service to Los Angeles after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/spirit-airlines-resumes-service-to-los-angeles-adds-4-additional-routes/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2025 12:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/spirit-airlines-resumes-service-to-los-angeles-adds-4-additional-routes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fifth Third Bank launches its own NIL program with roster of 26 student-athletes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fifth Third, one of Louisville's largest banks, is jumping onto the Name, Image and Likeness bandwagon with its own "Team Fifth Third," populated by 26 student-athletes. Four IU players are on the "roster."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/fifth-third-bank-launches-its-own-nil-program-with-roster-of-26-student-athletes/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2025 11:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/fifth-third-bank-launches-its-own-nil-program-with-roster-of-26-student-athletes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Upscale pet resort adding third location]]></title><description><![CDATA[A local pet resort is investing millions in a new facility.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/upscale-pet-resort-adding-third-location/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2025 11:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/upscale-pet-resort-adding-third-location/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Most expensive homes sold in Jefferson County (Feb. 6-12, 2025)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take a look at some of the most recent pricey local home transactions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-feb-6-12-2025/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Mar 2025 18:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-feb-6-12-2025/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Simmons College to expand with property from Archdiocese of Louisville]]></title><description><![CDATA[Simmons College of Kentucky is set to grow its presence in West Louisville after a land donation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/simmons-college-to-expand-with-property-from-archdiocese-of-louisville/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2025 20:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/simmons-college-to-expand-with-property-from-archdiocese-of-louisville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Here's how much Humana's top executives made in 2024]]></title><description><![CDATA[Humana's new CEO Jim Rechtin earned a substantial compensation package in his first year, but another executive at the company took home even more.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/heres-how-much-humanas-top-executives-made-in-2024/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2025 20:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/heres-how-much-humanas-top-executives-made-in-2024/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mercy Academy launches $15M campaign for STEAM Innovation Center and campus expansion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mercy Academy's ambitious $15 million campaign aims to bolster STEAM education for young women in Louisville.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/mercy-academy-launches-15m-campaign-for-steam-innovation-center-and-campus-expansion/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2025 19:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/mercy-academy-launches-15m-campaign-for-steam-innovation-center-and-campus-expansion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[$8M grant boosts Kentucky manufacturers]]></title><description><![CDATA[The University of Louisville has secured a major grant to help Kentucky manufacturers upgrade their facilities.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/8m-grant-boosts-kentucky-manufacturers/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2025 17:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/8m-grant-boosts-kentucky-manufacturers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kroger's interim leader gives update on CEO search following Rodney McMullen's resignation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kroger's interim leader gave investors an update on the search for a new CEO following the abrupt resignation of Rodney McMullen following an investigation into personal conduct.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/krogers-interim-leader-gives-update-on-ceo-search-following-rodney-mcmullens-resignation/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2025 12:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/krogers-interim-leader-gives-update-on-ceo-search-following-rodney-mcmullens-resignation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ramen House to relocate from Highlands to larger Irish Hill space]]></title><description><![CDATA[The popular noodle restaurant prepares to leave its Highlands home for a new location in Irish Hill.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ramen-house-to-relocate-from-highlands-to-larger-irish-hill-space/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2025 12:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ramen-house-to-relocate-from-highlands-to-larger-irish-hill-space/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From classwork to a caseload: How young attorneys are adjusting to ‘real world’ challenges]]></title><description><![CDATA[An effort is underway to ease the adjustment from law school to lawyer in Metro Louisville.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/from-classwork-to-a-caseload-how-young-attorneys-are-adjusting-to-real-world-challenges/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2025 12:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/from-classwork-to-a-caseload-how-young-attorneys-are-adjusting-to-real-world-challenges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bill to temporarily ban some THC-infused beverages worries hemp industry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kentucky lawmakers have proposed a ban on hemp-derived THC beverages until 2026, sparking concerns among local entrepreneurs and industry leaders.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bill-to-temporarily-ban-some-thc-infused-beverages-worries-hemp-industry/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Mar 2025 22:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bill-to-temporarily-ban-some-thc-infused-beverages-worries-hemp-industry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Belvedere makeover plan lacks key ingredient: Louisville's legendary figures]]></title><description><![CDATA[An architect suggests how Louisville's famous figures could enhance the Belvedere redesign plan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/belvedere-makeover-plan-lacks-key-ingredient-louisvilles-legendary-figures/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Mar 2025 20:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/belvedere-makeover-plan-lacks-key-ingredient-louisvilles-legendary-figures/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BrightSpring Health Services names new CFO]]></title><description><![CDATA[BrightSpring Health Services has a new CFO following a successful IPO.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/brightspring-health-services-names-new-cfo/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Mar 2025 20:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/brightspring-health-services-names-new-cfo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The federal government could sell this Downtown Louisville building]]></title><description><![CDATA[Federal building in Downtown Louisville among hundreds slated for potential sale.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-federal-government-could-sell-this-downtown-louisville-building/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2025 20:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-federal-government-could-sell-this-downtown-louisville-building/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Jamaican restaurant to spice up Downtown Louisville]]></title><description><![CDATA[A former KFC manager is bringing her Jamaican culinary expertise to Downtown Louisville with a new restaurant.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-jamaican-restaurant-to-spice-up-downtown-louisville/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2025 20:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-jamaican-restaurant-to-spice-up-downtown-louisville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brown-Forman shares surge despite sales dip and tariff concerns]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brown-Forman's stock soars despite challenges. How the spirits giant managed to beat earnings expectations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/brown-forman-shares-surge-despite-sales-dip-and-tariff-concerns/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2025 19:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/brown-forman-shares-surge-despite-sales-dip-and-tariff-concerns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baptist Health La Grange launching new foundation]]></title><description><![CDATA[The foundation comes to support a brand new hospital in Oldham County.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/baptist-health-la-grange-launching-new-foundation/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2025 19:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/baptist-health-la-grange-launching-new-foundation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kroger interim CEO Ron Sargent steps in for Rodney McMullen]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kroger's board turns to a familiar face to guide the company through a sudden leadership transition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kroger-interim-ceo-ron-sargent-steps-in-for-rodney-mcmullen/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2025 13:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kroger-interim-ceo-ron-sargent-steps-in-for-rodney-mcmullen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Local coalition pitches JCPS on Downtown move]]></title><description><![CDATA[JCPS is looking for a new central office. Louisville's educational, community and business leaders hope they pick Downtown.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/local-coalition-pitches-jcps-on-downtown-move/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2025 13:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/local-coalition-pitches-jcps-on-downtown-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Here's how many Louisville jobs could be disrupted by AI]]></title><description><![CDATA[The explosive growth of artificial intelligence is touching nearly every industry &mdash; and disrupting many jobs. But some are at higher risk than others.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/heres-how-many-louisville-jobs-could-be-disrupted-by-ai/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2025 12:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/heres-how-many-louisville-jobs-could-be-disrupted-by-ai/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oh, Canada: Ontario orders the stoppage of sales of U.S. liquor products]]></title><description><![CDATA[Canada's retaliation against U.S. tariffs hits Kentucky's bourbon industry hard, with potential ripple effects across the state's economy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/oh-canada-ontario-orders-the-stoppage-of-sales-of-us-liquor-products/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2025 12:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/oh-canada-ontario-orders-the-stoppage-of-sales-of-us-liquor-products/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Power 50 2025: See all the honorees plus 5 on the Rise and Hall of Fame]]></title><description><![CDATA[See all of our Power 50, 5 on the Rise and Power 50 Hall of Famers in one spot.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/power-50-2025-see-all-the-honorees-plus-5-on-the-rise-and-hall-of-fame/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Mar 2025 20:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/power-50-2025-see-all-the-honorees-plus-5-on-the-rise-and-hall-of-fame/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Performance Luxury Sport opens used exotic and luxury car dealership, body shop in Northern Kentucky]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new car dealership that specializes in luxury, high-performance and exotic vehicles is now open in Northern Kentucky.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/performance-luxury-sport-opens-used-exotic-and-luxury-car-dealership-body-shop-in-northern-kentucky/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Mar 2025 20:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/performance-luxury-sport-opens-used-exotic-and-luxury-car-dealership-body-shop-in-northern-kentucky/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Analysts, stock market react to Kroger CEO Rodney McMullen’s resignation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kroger CEO Rodney McMullen has resigned after a personal conduct probe, and analysts and investors have started to weigh in.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/analysts-stock-market-react-to-kroger-ceo-rodney-mcmullens-resignation/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Mar 2025 12:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/analysts-stock-market-react-to-kroger-ceo-rodney-mcmullens-resignation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VIEWPOINT: Is Louisville to blame for its economic losses?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville has been hit hard with economic losses &mdash; including the departure of KFC. So how did we get here and, more importantly, what do we do about it?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/viewpoint-is-louisville-to-blame-for-its-economic-losses/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Mar 2025 12:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/viewpoint-is-louisville-to-blame-for-its-economic-losses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LG&amp;E proposing $3.7 billion in upgrades, cites economic development]]></title><description><![CDATA[Demand for electricity is surging. LG&amp;E and KU lay out plans for massive upgrades.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/lgampe-proposing-37-billion-in-upgrades-cites-economic-development/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Mar 2025 12:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/lgampe-proposing-37-billion-in-upgrades-cites-economic-development/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bar Vetti team to open French bistro in the Highlands]]></title><description><![CDATA[The owners of bar Vetti are bringing a taste of Paris to The Highlands.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bar-vetti-team-to-open-french-bistro-in-the-highlands/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Mar 2025 12:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bar-vetti-team-to-open-french-bistro-in-the-highlands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville's Parlay Sports Bar expands to Shelbyville]]></title><description><![CDATA[Parlay is blending its popular sports bar atmosphere with a family-friendly dining experience.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisvilles-parlay-sports-bar-expands-to-shelbyville/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Mar 2025 20:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisvilles-parlay-sports-bar-expands-to-shelbyville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Farm Credit Mid-America makes C-suite hire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Farm Credit Mid-America's new executive replaces his predecessor who retired after nearly 40 years with the firm.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/farm-credit-mid-america-makes-c-suite-hire/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Mar 2025 20:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/farm-credit-mid-america-makes-c-suite-hire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baptist Health exec: 'Every part of health care is going to change significantly']]></title><description><![CDATA[Brett Oliver, chief medical information officer at Baptist Health, spoke Thursday at Louisville Business First's Health Care Heroes program.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/baptist-health-exec-every-part-of-health-care-is-going-to-change-significantly/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Mar 2025 18:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/baptist-health-exec-every-part-of-health-care-is-going-to-change-significantly/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Small Plates: Food writer Robin Garr ends 20-year run with LEO Weekly]]></title><description><![CDATA[A well-known Louisville restaurant critic shares how recent changes at a local alt-weekly led him to explore new platforms for his writing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/small-plates-food-writer-robin-garr-ends-20-year-run-with-leo-weekly/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Mar 2025 16:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/small-plates-food-writer-robin-garr-ends-20-year-run-with-leo-weekly/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kentucky is embracing the film industry. What could that mean for local businesses?]]></title><description><![CDATA[So, you want to be in movies? Or, maybe you want to make one? Now is your chance. Kentucky is taking steps to establish itself as a burgeoning hub for the film industry. Through a combination of tax incentives and infrastructure developments, the state aims to lure filmmakers and production companies, offering a competitive alternative to traditional film industry powerhouses like California and Georgia. This initiative not only promises significant economic benefits but also the potential for n]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-is-embracing-the-film-industry-what-could-that-mean-for-local-businesses/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Mar 2025 15:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-is-embracing-the-film-industry-what-could-that-mean-for-local-businesses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kroger CEO Rodney McMullen resigns amid personal conduct probe, interim leader named]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kroger CEO Rodney McMullen has resigned from the grocery giant. The company has appointed an interim leader.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kroger-ceo-rodney-mcmullen-resigns-amid-personal-conduct-probe-interim-leader-named/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Mar 2025 15:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kroger-ceo-rodney-mcmullen-resigns-amid-personal-conduct-probe-interim-leader-named/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[These are the most expensive homes sold in Jefferson County (Jan. 29-Feb. 3)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our latest roundup of Louisville's most expensive homes sales is in the attached gallery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/these-are-the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-jan-29-feb-3/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Mar 2025 17:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/these-are-the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-jan-29-feb-3/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro United Way has invested nearly $49 million into building a more equitable Louisville community — here’s how]]></title><description><![CDATA[For more than 107 years, Metro United Way has been working to improve lives and the Greater Louisville region. But the nonprofit has changed how it does that work &mdash; especially in the last four years.Today, Metro United Way is no longer a community chest-pass-through organization. It now strategically invests in solutions to persistent and systemic issues to help make a better community for every person.Under its new model of community transformation, Metro United Way has invested nearly $4]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/metro-united-way-has-invested-nearly-49-million-into-building-a-more-equitable-louisville-community-heres-how/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2025 06:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/metro-united-way-has-invested-nearly-49-million-into-building-a-more-equitable-louisville-community-heres-how/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Doughnut shop closing, property and business still for sale]]></title><description><![CDATA[The well-known doughnut shop is for sale despite its March 3 closing date.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/doughnut-shop-closing-property-and-business-still-for-sale/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 20:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/doughnut-shop-closing-property-and-business-still-for-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How many millionaires does Kentucky, Indiana have?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Although the number of million-dollar earners declined nationally between 2021 and 2022, it's still up significantly compared to before the pandemic. In 2015, the total stood at just 438,370 compared to 790,900 in 2022.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/how-many-millionaires-does-kentucky-indiana-have/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 20:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/how-many-millionaires-does-kentucky-indiana-have/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blessings in a Backpack adds to C-suite]]></title><description><![CDATA[Blessings in a Backpack's new fundraising lead has more than 20 years of experience raising money.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/blessings-in-a-backpack-adds-to-c-suite/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 19:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/blessings-in-a-backpack-adds-to-c-suite/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago company brings new dining options to Louisville airport]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Chicago entrepreneur's frustration with airport dining resulted in more fresh food options at Louisville's airport.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/chicago-company-brings-new-dining-options-to-louisville-airport/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 18:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/chicago-company-brings-new-dining-options-to-louisville-airport/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[German American establishes Ohio hub with Heartland Bank merger]]></title><description><![CDATA[German American's acquisition of Heartland Bank is creating unexpected opportunities.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/german-american-establishes-ohio-hub-with-heartland-bank-merger/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 13:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/german-american-establishes-ohio-hub-with-heartland-bank-merger/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Get to know our Health Care Heroes]]></title><description><![CDATA[LBF's Health Care Heroes program celebrates 25 who have made an impact on health care in our community.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/get-to-know-our-health-care-heroes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 13:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/get-to-know-our-health-care-heroes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UofL, UK ADs show support for Senate bill to modernize NIL in Kentucky]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kentucky's rival universities find common ground on a crucial issue affecting college sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uofl-uk-ads-show-support-for-senate-bill-to-modernize-nil-in-kentucky/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 12:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uofl-uk-ads-show-support-for-senate-bill-to-modernize-nil-in-kentucky/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Longtime health care exec Sue Stout Tamme honored with Lifetime Achievement Award]]></title><description><![CDATA[Learn how Sue Stout Tamme's nursing background shaped her approach to hospital administration and community involvement.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/longtime-health-care-exec-sue-stout-tamme-honored-with-lifetime-achievement-award/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 12:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/longtime-health-care-exec-sue-stout-tamme-honored-with-lifetime-achievement-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Notice of appeal filed to halt parts of Urban Government Center demolition]]></title><description><![CDATA[A local neighborhood association and preservationist groups are still trying to halt parts of demolition of the Urban Government Center.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/notice-of-appeal-filed-to-halt-parts-of-urban-government-center-demolition/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2025 22:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/notice-of-appeal-filed-to-halt-parts-of-urban-government-center-demolition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville-based BrightSpring sees significant share sell-off by key investor]]></title><description><![CDATA[A key investor in one of the city's largest companies is reducing its stake.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-based-brightspring-sees-significant-share-sell-off-by-key-investor/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2025 20:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-based-brightspring-sees-significant-share-sell-off-by-key-investor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LouCity and Racing Foundation names executive director]]></title><description><![CDATA[A familiar face from Louisville's soccer scene is now at the helm of the clubs' philanthropic efforts.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/loucity-and-racing-foundation-names-executive-director/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Feb 2025 20:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/loucity-and-racing-foundation-names-executive-director/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Indiana bill could allow tolls on Southern Indiana interstates]]></title><description><![CDATA[Indiana stands to receive an estimated $38 billion in toll revenue between 2029-50, according to a legislative analysis of the bill.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/indiana-bill-could-allow-tolls-on-southern-indiana-interstates/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Feb 2025 19:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/indiana-bill-could-allow-tolls-on-southern-indiana-interstates/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Creative officer appointed to lead three local marketing agencies]]></title><description><![CDATA[A veteran of global brands like Microsoft and Hallmark takes on a new challenge with Louisville-based marketing firms.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/creative-officer-appointed-to-lead-three-local-marketing-agencies/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Feb 2025 19:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/creative-officer-appointed-to-lead-three-local-marketing-agencies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louder Than Life announces 2025 lineup]]></title><description><![CDATA[In its 11th year, Louder Than Life returns with 160 bands.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louder-than-life-announces-2025-lineup/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Feb 2025 18:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louder-than-life-announces-2025-lineup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arc Construction Management puts colorful Jeffersonville headquarters up for sale]]></title><description><![CDATA[The colorful, playful office home to a local commercial real estate development firms is on the market.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/arc-construction-management-puts-colorful-jeffersonville-headquarters-up-for-sale/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Feb 2025 13:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/arc-construction-management-puts-colorful-jeffersonville-headquarters-up-for-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville THC beverage company looks to busy spring]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hectare's Cannabis Innovations is gearing up for a major presence at SXSW, with plans to showcase their popular THC-infused beverages at two Austin venues.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-thc-beverage-company-looks-to-busy-spring/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Feb 2025 13:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-thc-beverage-company-looks-to-busy-spring/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Olé Restaurant Group pivots from arepas to burgers at St. Matthews location]]></title><description><![CDATA[Find out why a popular Venezuelan restaurant in St. Matthews is transforming into a new burger concept next month.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ol-restaurant-group-pivots-from-arepas-to-burgers-at-st-matthews-location/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Feb 2025 12:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ol-restaurant-group-pivots-from-arepas-to-burgers-at-st-matthews-location/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Announcing: LBF's 20 People to Know in Tourism &amp; Hospitality]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville has become a popular destination for tourists in recent years. Here are 20 professionals who are making sure travelers see the best of the area.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/announcing-lbfs-20-people-to-know-in-tourism-amp-hospitality/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Feb 2025 12:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/announcing-lbfs-20-people-to-know-in-tourism-amp-hospitality/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scenes from our Mentoring Monday event (PHOTOS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than 40 local women leaders served as mentors during the sold-out event on Feb. 24 at the Olmsted on Frankfort Avenue.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/scenes-from-our-mentoring-monday-event-photos/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2025 20:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/scenes-from-our-mentoring-monday-event-photos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baptist Health to build $40M facility on Ivy Tech campus]]></title><description><![CDATA[A $40 million investment is aiming to address both immediate health care needs and long-term workforce development in one project from Baptist Health, Ivy Tech and Intuitive Health.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/baptist-health-to-build-40m-facility-on-ivy-tech-campus/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2025 20:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/baptist-health-to-build-40m-facility-on-ivy-tech-campus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shopping center on UofL campus sold]]></title><description><![CDATA[A strategic land purchase by UofL could address a growing demand on campus, but details remain under wraps.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/shopping-center-on-uofl-campus-sold/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2025 19:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/shopping-center-on-uofl-campus-sold/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wealth management firm sold]]></title><description><![CDATA[Find out which Louisville wealth management firm just joined a Texas-based company's growing portfolio of financial advisors.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/wealth-management-firm-sold/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2025 13:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/wealth-management-firm-sold/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Venture firm eyes Louisville for tech investments]]></title><description><![CDATA[A venture capital firm known for connecting coastal tech startups with Midwestern industries is expanding its reach to Louisville.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/venture-firm-eyes-louisville-for-tech-investments/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2025 12:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/venture-firm-eyes-louisville-for-tech-investments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Joann Inc. to close all 800+ stores nationwide as liquidation begins]]></title><description><![CDATA[The fate of Joann Inc.'s 800+ stores has been decided.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/joann-inc-to-close-all-800-stores-nationwide-as-liquidation-begins/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2025 12:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/joann-inc-to-close-all-800-stores-nationwide-as-liquidation-begins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[KFC's Louisville exit fuels entrepreneur's coffee passion]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Louisville coffee entrepreneur sets an ambitious sales goal to avoid relocating his family to Texas.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kfcs-louisville-exit-fuels-entrepreneurs-coffee-passion/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2025 12:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kfcs-louisville-exit-fuels-entrepreneurs-coffee-passion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EXCLUSIVE: Louisville entrepreneurs expand Five Iron Golf franchise to Nashville]]></title><description><![CDATA[The partners plan to open 15 to 20 stores in the next four years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/exclusive-louisville-entrepreneurs-expand-five-iron-golf-franchise-to-nashville/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2025 20:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/exclusive-louisville-entrepreneurs-expand-five-iron-golf-franchise-to-nashville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reconstruct Challenge awards $100,000 to 5 health startups]]></title><description><![CDATA[Five health startups have earned additional funding in the Reconstruct Challenge. Find out which innovative companies are moving forward and how they're making an impact.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/reconstruct-challenge-awards-100000-to-5-health-startups/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2025 20:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/reconstruct-challenge-awards-100000-to-5-health-startups/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Local chamber changes its name — ever so slightly]]></title><description><![CDATA[A fast-growing local chamber of commerce has changed its name &mdash; but just by a little bit.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/local-chamber-changes-its-name-ever-so-slightly/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2025 19:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/local-chamber-changes-its-name-ever-so-slightly/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ANNOUNCING: The 2025 Business Women First Enterprising Women Awards honorees]]></title><description><![CDATA[LBF's Business Women First Enterprising Women Awards salutes 25 women for their contributions to our community.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/announcing-the-2025-business-women-first-enterprising-women-awards-honorees/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2025 18:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/announcing-the-2025-business-women-first-enterprising-women-awards-honorees/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Lou City president talks about new opportunity in Colorado]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brad Estes shares his thoughts on leaving Louisville and joining Switchbacks FC, including plans for a special July 4th match against his former team.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/former-lou-city-president-talks-about-new-opportunity-in-colorado/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2025 13:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/former-lou-city-president-talks-about-new-opportunity-in-colorado/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[University of Louisville institutes hiring freeze, citing Trump order uncertainty]]></title><description><![CDATA[UofL also will suspend expenditures of departmental research incentive funds (D-RIF) and encourage faculty to limit expenditures of individual research incentive funds (I-RIF) citing uncertainty over Trump administration executive orders.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/university-of-louisville-institutes-hiring-freeze-citing-trump-order-uncertainty/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/university-of-louisville-institutes-hiring-freeze-citing-trump-order-uncertainty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PGA Tour Superstore reveals Louisville opening date]]></title><description><![CDATA[The PGA Tour Superstore sells golf clubs, balls, shoes, apparel and accessories for men, women and kids, as well as pickleball and tennis gear.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/pga-tour-superstore-reveals-louisville-opening-date/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Feb 2025 20:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/pga-tour-superstore-reveals-louisville-opening-date/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leadership Louisville Center announces new cohort for Alice Houston Women’s Leadership Program]]></title><description><![CDATA[The program contains 54 women leaders from various industries and employers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/leadership-louisville-center-announces-new-cohort-for-alice-houston-womens-leadership-program/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Feb 2025 20:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/leadership-louisville-center-announces-new-cohort-for-alice-houston-womens-leadership-program/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monnik Beer Co. owners open Rose Hill Lagerhaus in Highlands]]></title><description><![CDATA[A beloved Germantown brewery is expanding its presence in Louisville with a new neighborhood bar concept.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/monnik-beer-co-owners-open-rose-hill-lagerhaus-in-highlands/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Feb 2025 19:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/monnik-beer-co-owners-open-rose-hill-lagerhaus-in-highlands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Get to know 20 local wealth management professionals]]></title><description><![CDATA[LBF has conducted Q&amp;As with 20 local professionals in the Wealth Management fields. Get to know their favorite overlooked investment strategies and ideal retirement plans.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/get-to-know-20-local-wealth-management-professionals/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Feb 2025 19:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/get-to-know-20-local-wealth-management-professionals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How The Last Refuge, Heaven’s Door continue its climb in NuLu’s bourbon scene]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alex Moore has his spot. It&rsquo;s located inside of what used to be a gymnasium that was home of the &ldquo;Refuge in Kentucky&rdquo; church basketball team, but now holds a towering 25-foot bar that climbs into the rafters.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/how-the-last-refuge-heavens-door-continue-its-climb-in-nulus-bourbon-scene/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/how-the-last-refuge-heavens-door-continue-its-climb-in-nulus-bourbon-scene/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alani Nu sells in huge deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[A group of local entrepreneurs are about to close the deal of their lives. Check out details of the sale that is the biggest in Louisville in the past year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/alani-nu-sells-in-huge-deal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/alani-nu-sells-in-huge-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Business First's Power 50 2025: Part 5]]></title><description><![CDATA[Meet the fifth and final group of 10 members of the 2025 Louisville Business First Power 50 class.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/business-firsts-power-50-2025-part-5/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/business-firsts-power-50-2025-part-5/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[20 People to Know in Wealth Management: Angela Zachman]]></title><description><![CDATA[Angela Zachman, of Kentucky Planning Partners, is one of our 20 People to Know in Wealth Management for 2025.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-wealth-management-angela-zachman/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Feb 2025 00:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-wealth-management-angela-zachman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[20 People to Know in Wealth Management: Greg Wessel]]></title><description><![CDATA[Greg Wessel, of PNC Private Bank, is one of our 20 People to Know in Wealth Management for 2025.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-wealth-management-greg-wessel/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Feb 2025 00:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-wealth-management-greg-wessel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Greenberg announces agreement for $70M Louisville Gardens redevelopment]]></title><description><![CDATA[The transformation of a historic Downtown Louisville venue is set to create dozens of high-paying jobs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/mayor-greenberg-announces-agreement-for-70m-louisville-gardens-redevelopment/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/mayor-greenberg-announces-agreement-for-70m-louisville-gardens-redevelopment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Taj Louisville to reopen in former Wick's location next month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Taj Louisville's owner explains how a surprising phone call led to the bar's quick comeback in NuLu.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/taj-louisville-to-reopen-in-former-wicks-location-next-month/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/taj-louisville-to-reopen-in-former-wicks-location-next-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ports of Indiana names next COO]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new COO will oversee three ports that shipped 13 million tons in 2023.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ports-of-indiana-names-next-coo/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Feb 2025 12:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ports-of-indiana-names-next-coo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Business First's Power 50 2025: Part 4]]></title><description><![CDATA[Meet the fourth group of 10 members of the 2025 Louisville Business First Power 50 class.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/business-firsts-power-50-2025-part-4/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Feb 2025 12:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/business-firsts-power-50-2025-part-4/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trinity High School names next president]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new president joined Trinity in 2005 as a science teacher and associate head basketball coach. He's held numerous positions since then.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/trinity-high-school-names-next-president/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Feb 2025 12:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/trinity-high-school-names-next-president/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Churchill Downs unveils $920M plan to transform Kentucky Derby experience (RENDERINGS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Churchill Downs is planning its biggest makeover ever. Find out how much it's spending and what changes are coming at the legendary track.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/churchill-downs-unveils-920m-plan-to-transform-kentucky-derby-experience-renderings/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Feb 2025 23:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/churchill-downs-unveils-920m-plan-to-transform-kentucky-derby-experience-renderings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[East End office building for sale]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 65,000-square foot building was built in 2019.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/east-end-office-building-for-sale/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/east-end-office-building-for-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Large Nashville marketing firm opens Louisville office]]></title><description><![CDATA[The firm provides businesses with web design and digital marketing services.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/large-nashville-marketing-firm-opens-louisville-office/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/large-nashville-marketing-firm-opens-louisville-office/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weather woes force owners to shutter ShopBar]]></title><description><![CDATA[Owners say recent weather conditions forced the closure of their bar in Louisville's Germantown neighborhood.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/weather-woes-force-owners-to-shutter-shopbar/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/weather-woes-force-owners-to-shutter-shopbar/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Some quick advice from our local Mentoring Monday mentors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mentoring Monday is set for Feb. 24 at the Olmsted.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/some-quick-advice-from-our-local-mentoring-monday-mentors/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Feb 2025 19:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/some-quick-advice-from-our-local-mentoring-monday-mentors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Louisville City leader named president of USL's Colorado Springs club]]></title><description><![CDATA[After spending his entire career in Louisville, Brad Estes is heading west.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/former-louisville-city-leader-named-president-of-usls-colorado-springs-club/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2025 20:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/former-louisville-city-leader-named-president-of-usls-colorado-springs-club/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[KFC uprooting Louisville HQ]]></title><description><![CDATA[The relocation will happen over the next six months.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kfc-uprooting-louisville-hq/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2025 19:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kfc-uprooting-louisville-hq/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Community Foundation of Louisville announces $3M in new investments]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new fund is breathing life into affordable housing initiatives and Black-owned businesses in Louisville.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/community-foundation-of-louisville-announces-3m-in-new-investments/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2025 16:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/community-foundation-of-louisville-announces-3m-in-new-investments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OPINION: Why artificial intelligence is critical business education]]></title><description><![CDATA["The integration of AI into business education is essential for preparing the next generation of business leaders. This strategic approach not only benefits students but also contributes to the broader goal of driving economic development and innovation in Greater Louisville, the state of Kentucky and beyond."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/opinion-why-artificial-intelligence-is-critical-business-education/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2025 15:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/opinion-why-artificial-intelligence-is-critical-business-education/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UofL names new head fundraiser]]></title><description><![CDATA[A seasoned fundraising professional is set to take the reins of UofL's advancement efforts.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uofl-names-new-head-fundraiser/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2025 13:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uofl-names-new-head-fundraiser/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New bagel shop opens in St. Matthews]]></title><description><![CDATA[The store opened in a former Havana Rumba location and the owners have more in the works.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-bagel-shop-opens-in-st-matthews/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2025 12:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-bagel-shop-opens-in-st-matthews/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Business First's Power 50 2025: Part 2]]></title><description><![CDATA[Meet the second 10 members of the 2025 Louisville Business First Power 50 class.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/business-firsts-power-50-2025-part-2/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2025 12:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/business-firsts-power-50-2025-part-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Station House Square Apartments sold to Memphis investors]]></title><description><![CDATA[This sale continues a string of big-dollar apartment deals in the Greater Louisville area.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/station-house-square-apartments-sold-to-memphis-investors/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Feb 2025 18:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/station-house-square-apartments-sold-to-memphis-investors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Small Plates: Local spirits industry shines at Icons of Whisky 2025 ceremony]]></title><description><![CDATA[Discover which local distilleries and spirits professionals were recognized for excellence at a major industry event in Louisville.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/small-plates-local-spirits-industry-shines-at-icons-of-whisky-2025-ceremony/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Feb 2025 18:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/small-plates-local-spirits-industry-shines-at-icons-of-whisky-2025-ceremony/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Business First's Power 50 2025: Part 1]]></title><description><![CDATA[Meet the first 10 members of the 2025 Louisville Business First Power 50 class.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/business-firsts-power-50-2025-part-1/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Feb 2025 12:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/business-firsts-power-50-2025-part-1/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A newly announced league may be Louisville's best shot for top-tier sports (Access Louisville Podcast)]]></title><description><![CDATA[A big-time change coming to U.S. soccer could mean Louisville's best opportunity for a top-tier sports team. We chat about it on the Access Louisville podcast.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/a-newly-announced-league-may-be-louisvilles-best-shot-for-top-tier-sports-access-louisville-podcast/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Feb 2025 12:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/a-newly-announced-league-may-be-louisvilles-best-shot-for-top-tier-sports-access-louisville-podcast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OPINION: The big power in buying local]]></title><description><![CDATA["Buying local is an investment in our city&rsquo;s future. By supporting local businesses, we help create jobs, boost the economy and anchor the city&rsquo;s distinct character."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/opinion-the-big-power-in-buying-local/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Feb 2025 01:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/opinion-the-big-power-in-buying-local/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[These are the most expensive homes sold in Jefferson County (Jan. 13-24, 2025)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Listings are up, but sales are down. Plus, a look at recent home sales in the area.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/these-are-the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-jan-13-24-2025/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Feb 2025 20:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/these-are-the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-jan-13-24-2025/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nook &amp; Nowhere opens in former Trouble Bar space]]></title><description><![CDATA[The owners of an award-winning bourbon bar decided to pivot their business model to serve a wider audience.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/nook-amp-nowhere-opens-in-former-trouble-bar-space/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Feb 2025 20:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/nook-amp-nowhere-opens-in-former-trouble-bar-space/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manufacturer reveals $30M investment, Downtown HQ]]></title><description><![CDATA[A metals manufacturer plans to relocate its headquarters to Downtown and expand a South Louisville facility.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/manufacturer-reveals-30m-investment-downtown-hq/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Feb 2025 20:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/manufacturer-reveals-30m-investment-downtown-hq/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Joann Fabrics closing 2 area stores]]></title><description><![CDATA[One location in Louisville is not listed for closure.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/joann-fabrics-closing-2-area-stores/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Feb 2025 20:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/joann-fabrics-closing-2-area-stores/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet Business First's inaugural Power 50 Hall of Fame class]]></title><description><![CDATA[With this annual program now well-established, LBF thought it was time to create a Power 50 Hall of Fame for local business leaders who have appeared on a past Power 50 list and who now are graduating to the Hall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/meet-business-firsts-inaugural-power-50-hall-of-fame-class/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Feb 2025 17:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/meet-business-firsts-inaugural-power-50-hall-of-fame-class/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville-based Biscuit Belly continues Southern expansion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Biscuit Belly co-founder reveals the secret ingredients fueling the brunch chain's rapid growth across multiple states.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-based-biscuit-belly-continues-southern-expansion/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Feb 2025 12:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-based-biscuit-belly-continues-southern-expansion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IN PERSON: Distillery consultant Sid Mundkur shapes bourbon industry behind the scenes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Learn about the international journey that led to a pivotal role in Kentucky's distillery landscape.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/in-person-distillery-consultant-sid-mundkur-shapes-bourbon-industry-behind-the-scenes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Feb 2025 12:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/in-person-distillery-consultant-sid-mundkur-shapes-bourbon-industry-behind-the-scenes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sacred Heart Schools to build $5M environmental and STEM center]]></title><description><![CDATA[A historic laundry building in Louisville is getting a high-tech makeover. Learn about the unique features planned for this multimillion-dollar environmental and STEM education hub.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/sacred-heart-schools-to-build-5m-environmental-and-stem-center/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Feb 2025 12:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/sacred-heart-schools-to-build-5m-environmental-and-stem-center/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet Louisville's new billionaire, according to Forbes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville has a new billionaire, according to a new report from Forbes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/meet-louisvilles-new-billionaire-according-to-forbes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Feb 2025 12:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/meet-louisvilles-new-billionaire-according-to-forbes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The hidden toll of hearing loss in Kentucky]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hearing barriers impact more than communication &mdash; they profoundly affect employment, education and health outcomes. Over 700,000 Kentuckians (16% of the state population) experience hearing loss, with deaf individuals facing unemployment rates nearly double that of their hearing peers.<br />
Kentucky ranks third nationally in deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals per capita &mdash; in terms of American cities, Louisville ranks seventh. Out of all 50 states, Puerto Rico and the District of Columbia]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-hidden-toll-of-hearing-loss-in-kentucky/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Feb 2025 06:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-hidden-toll-of-hearing-loss-in-kentucky/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Solar-powered spirits: Now is the time for Kentucky distilleries to embrace renewable energy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kentucky&rsquo;s bourbon industry is steeped in tradition, but its energy demands are thoroughly modern. Distilleries require substantial power for processes ranging from fermentation to climate-controlled aging. With rising utility costs and a growing emphasis on sustainability, solar energy presents a compelling solution.By leveraging federal grants, achieving significant cost savings and partnering with experts, Kentucky distilleries can secure their energy future while demonstrating a commit]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/solar-powered-spirits-now-is-the-time-for-kentucky-distilleries-to-embrace-renewable-energy/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Feb 2025 06:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/solar-powered-spirits-now-is-the-time-for-kentucky-distilleries-to-embrace-renewable-energy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville's first Publix store sold for $20 million]]></title><description><![CDATA[Columbus, Ohio-based developer Skilken Gold sold the supermarket property at 2500 Terra Crossing Blvd. for $20.4 million.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisvilles-first-publix-store-sold-for-20-million/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Feb 2025 20:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisvilles-first-publix-store-sold-for-20-million/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New fried chicken joint The Dirty Bird opens in former Tim Tam Tavern space]]></title><description><![CDATA[The team behind several popular Germantown eateries has transformed a beloved tavern space.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-fried-chicken-joint-the-dirty-bird-opens-in-former-tim-tam-tavern-space/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Feb 2025 19:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-fried-chicken-joint-the-dirty-bird-opens-in-former-tim-tam-tavern-space/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Private equity firm Solyco Capital expands to Louisville with Whiskey Row office (PHOTOS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Why this Detroit-based investment firm chose Louisville as its latest expansion location.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/private-equity-firm-solyco-capital-expands-to-louisville-with-whiskey-row-office-photos/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Feb 2025 17:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/private-equity-firm-solyco-capital-expands-to-louisville-with-whiskey-row-office-photos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[USL to launch top-tier soccer league, potentially elevating Louisville City FC's status]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville soccer fans may soon have a reason to celebrate as a major league shakeup looms on the horizon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/usl-to-launch-top-tier-soccer-league-potentially-elevating-louisville-city-fcs-status/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Feb 2025 17:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/usl-to-launch-top-tier-soccer-league-potentially-elevating-louisville-city-fcs-status/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Simmons College names VP for advancement and development]]></title><description><![CDATA[Simmons College taps a local political leader for a key fundraising position.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/simmons-college-names-vp-for-advancement-and-development/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Feb 2025 13:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/simmons-college-names-vp-for-advancement-and-development/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Norton Commons coworking space opens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Common Ground also features a large Airbnb above it from the owners.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/norton-commons-coworking-space-opens/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/norton-commons-coworking-space-opens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Popular brewery to close taproom]]></title><description><![CDATA[TEN20 Craft Brewery is making a strategic shift in its Louisville operations. Find out which location is closing and what's next for the popular brewery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/popular-brewery-to-close-taproom/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/popular-brewery-to-close-taproom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[$20M mixed-use project in Floyds Knobs hits roadblock]]></title><description><![CDATA[Residents are voicing concerns about a proposed $20 million development in Floyd County. Why the project is facing opposition and what's next in the approval process.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20m-mixed-use-project-in-floyds-knobs-hits-roadblock/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20m-mixed-use-project-in-floyds-knobs-hits-roadblock/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[GLI unveils Prosper 2030 plan to boost economy, create 6,000 jobs]]></title><description><![CDATA[The chamber is targeting "boomerang" talent to boost Louisville's workforce. Learn about the unique strategy to bring former residents back home.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/gli-unveils-prosper-2030-plan-to-boost-economy-create-6000-jobs/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/gli-unveils-prosper-2030-plan-to-boost-economy-create-6000-jobs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eagles Nest NIL collective to support student-athletes]]></title><description><![CDATA[A former student-athlete is giving back to his alma mater. Learn about the program he's launched to support current players.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/eagles-nest-nil-collective-to-support-student-athletes/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 20:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/eagles-nest-nil-collective-to-support-student-athletes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Humana shares fall on 2025 forecast]]></title><description><![CDATA[Humana Inc. reported more than $117 billion of revenue last year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/humana-shares-fall-on-2025-forecast/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 20:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/humana-shares-fall-on-2025-forecast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Buffalo Trace leader: 10-year expansion 'forces us to continue to invest in warehousing']]></title><description><![CDATA[As a $1.3 billion expansion wraps up, Buffalo Trace's master distiller hints at a new 50-year whiskey.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/buffalo-trace-leader-10-year-expansion-forces-us-to-continue-to-invest-in-warehousing/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 20:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/buffalo-trace-leader-10-year-expansion-forces-us-to-continue-to-invest-in-warehousing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Resident Home mattress manufacturing facility to lay off more than 100]]></title><description><![CDATA[The direct-to-consumer home products company will lay off more than 100 next month.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/resident-home-mattress-manufacturing-facility-to-lay-off-more-than-100/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 17:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/resident-home-mattress-manufacturing-facility-to-lay-off-more-than-100/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Here's where Kentucky nonprofits get most of their revenue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kentucky's nonprofit sector is more influential than you might think. Find out how these organizations are shaping the state's economy and communities.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/heres-where-kentucky-nonprofits-get-most-of-their-revenue/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 13:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/heres-where-kentucky-nonprofits-get-most-of-their-revenue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SoIN Tourism awards $1 million to boost visitor attractions in Southern Indiana]]></title><description><![CDATA[A million-dollar initiative aims to transform public spaces in Clark and Floyd counties.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/soin-tourism-awards-1-million-to-boost-visitor-attractions-in-southern-indiana/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 12:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/soin-tourism-awards-1-million-to-boost-visitor-attractions-in-southern-indiana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Local hotel group expands footprint with new Hampton Inn &amp; Suites in Louisville East Oxmoor]]></title><description><![CDATA[A prominent local hotel group is celebrating its eighth property in Louisville.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/local-hotel-group-expands-footprint-with-new-hampton-inn-amp-suites-in-louisville-east-oxmoor/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 12:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/local-hotel-group-expands-footprint-with-new-hampton-inn-amp-suites-in-louisville-east-oxmoor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Historic DuPont Manual Memorial Stadium to undergo $2 million renovation]]></title><description><![CDATA[A beloved Louisville stadium that once hosted University of Louisville football games is set for a major overhaul.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/historic-dupont-manual-memorial-stadium-to-undergo-2-million-renovation/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 12:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/historic-dupont-manual-memorial-stadium-to-undergo-2-million-renovation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LBF nomination deadlines near for signature programs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nominations are open for Louisville Business First&rsquo;s signature awards and 20 People to Know programs.&nbsp;Our Family Business Awards nominations have been extended. The deadline to nominate for this awards program is 11:59 p.m. Monday, Feb. 24.Our Family Business Awards content celebrates those families and individuals working together and creating the family legacy.&nbsp;The business competition is looking for companies that have multiple generations to two or more family members running]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/lbf-nomination-deadlines-near-for-signature-programs/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Feb 2025 23:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/lbf-nomination-deadlines-near-for-signature-programs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[These were the most expensive homes sold in Jefferson County (Jan. 2-9, 2025)]]></title><description><![CDATA[How tariffs might impact new home construction. Plus, the most expensive homes recently sold in a photo gallery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/these-were-the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-jan-2-9-2025/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Feb 2025 18:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/these-were-the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-jan-2-9-2025/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Albany moves to update its comprehensive plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[New Albany, in partnership with a civil engineering firm, is beginning to seek feedback on early stages to update the long-term vision for land use in the area.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-albany-moves-to-update-its-comprehensive-plan/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Feb 2025 20:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-albany-moves-to-update-its-comprehensive-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bamboo Health makes chief commercial officer hire]]></title><description><![CDATA[A health tech veteran joins Bamboo Health's executive team.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bamboo-health-makes-chief-commercial-officer-hire/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Feb 2025 20:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bamboo-health-makes-chief-commercial-officer-hire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Michigan official hired as CEO of Louisville Economic Development Alliance]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new head of the Louisville Economic Development Alliance comes from a state post in Michigan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/former-michigan-official-hired-as-ceo-of-louisville-economic-development-alliance/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Feb 2025 19:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/former-michigan-official-hired-as-ceo-of-louisville-economic-development-alliance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bargain Hut files for bankruptcy protection, to close stores]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bargain Hunt launched a &ldquo;massive going-out-of-business sale&rdquo; this week, and all stores are set to close at the end of the month.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bargain-hut-files-for-bankruptcy-protection-to-close-stores/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Feb 2025 18:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bargain-hut-files-for-bankruptcy-protection-to-close-stores/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WhistlePig leader: Distillery has been eyeing Louisville for years for tasting room]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new Louisville tasting room aims to challenge bourbon traditions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/whistlepig-leader-distillery-has-been-eyeing-louisville-for-years-for-tasting-room/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Feb 2025 12:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/whistlepig-leader-distillery-has-been-eyeing-louisville-for-years-for-tasting-room/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kentucky Realtors push homebuyer savings account bill during Frankfort visit]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new savings program for first-time homebuyers is gaining traction in Kentucky.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-realtors-push-homebuyer-savings-account-bill-during-frankfort-visit/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Feb 2025 12:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-realtors-push-homebuyer-savings-account-bill-during-frankfort-visit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smoketown's transformation sparks debate on preserving community amid rising property values]]></title><description><![CDATA[A historic Louisville community faces challenges and opportunities as it becomes an attractive target for investors and developers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/smoketowns-transformation-sparks-debate-on-preserving-community-amid-rising-property-values/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Feb 2025 12:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/smoketowns-transformation-sparks-debate-on-preserving-community-amid-rising-property-values/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport investments top $1B]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) is undergoing a massive transformation that's surpassing original projections.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-muhammad-ali-international-airport-investments-top-1b/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Feb 2025 20:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-muhammad-ali-international-airport-investments-top-1b/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville's Riverside attraction breaks ground on $2.5 million visitor center expansion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ground has been broken on a new $2.5M visitor center expansion for a local attraction, doubling event space and enhancing Ohio River views.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisvilles-riverside-attraction-breaks-ground-on-25-million-visitor-center-expansion/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Feb 2025 20:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisvilles-riverside-attraction-breaks-ground-on-25-million-visitor-center-expansion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Individual income taxes to go down in Kentucky]]></title><description><![CDATA[Before session, prominent Republican leaders said lowering the tax would be a coordinated first priority for both chambers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/individual-income-taxes-to-go-down-in-kentucky/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Feb 2025 18:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/individual-income-taxes-to-go-down-in-kentucky/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Humana Tower is for sale]]></title><description><![CDATA[The offering comes one year after Humana announced plans to vacate its long-time headquarters at 500 W. Main St.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/humana-tower-is-for-sale/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Feb 2025 22:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/humana-tower-is-for-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Greater Louisville Inc. hires chief of staff from Stock Yards Bank]]></title><description><![CDATA[Greater Louisville Inc. also hired an economic development director and senior director of marketing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/greater-louisville-inc-hires-chief-of-staff-from-stock-yards-bank/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Feb 2025 20:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/greater-louisville-inc-hires-chief-of-staff-from-stock-yards-bank/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville's Republic Bank taps former KFC, Walmart leaders for key executive roles]]></title><description><![CDATA[Republic Bank is shaking up its leadership team. 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Find out who they're teaming up with and what it means for patients.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/baptist-health-enhances-home-care-offerings-through-new-joint-venture-with-ashn/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Feb 2025 13:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/baptist-health-enhances-home-care-offerings-through-new-joint-venture-with-ashn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City formalizes partnership with new economic development alliance]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville's new economic development alliance takes shape with a formal agreement between the city and the nonprofit organization.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/city-formalizes-partnership-with-new-economic-development-alliance/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Feb 2025 13:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/city-formalizes-partnership-with-new-economic-development-alliance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Old Carter founder talks about winning back brand through auction]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mark Carter shares the behind-the-scenes drama of the high-stakes auction for Old Carter Whiskey Co.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/old-carter-founder-talks-about-winning-back-brand-through-auction/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Feb 2025 12:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/old-carter-founder-talks-about-winning-back-brand-through-auction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fischer Homes shakes up local leadership, appoints interim president for Louisville market]]></title><description><![CDATA[The largest homebuilder in Louisville is undergoing a leadership transition, with a familiar face stepping into an interim role.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/fischer-homes-shakes-up-local-leadership-appoints-interim-president-for-louisville-market/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Feb 2025 12:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/fischer-homes-shakes-up-local-leadership-appoints-interim-president-for-louisville-market/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Belvedere redevelopment could cost $125 million, take 20 years to complete]]></title><description><![CDATA[The mayor's vision for the Belvedere comes with a hefty price tag and lengthy timeline. Find out how much it could cost and how long it might take.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/belvedere-redevelopment-could-cost-125-million-take-20-years-to-complete/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2025 22:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/belvedere-redevelopment-could-cost-125-million-take-20-years-to-complete/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Frontier Airlines adds international service at CVG airport]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport's top-performing international destination will get more service in 2025.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/frontier-airlines-adds-international-service-at-cvg-airport/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2025 13:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/frontier-airlines-adds-international-service-at-cvg-airport/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2 restaurants to open in former Tucker's space in New Albany]]></title><description><![CDATA[A local restaurateur is breathing new life into a shuttered eatery with a two-in-one concept.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/2-restaurants-to-open-in-former-tuckers-space-in-new-albany/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2025 12:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/2-restaurants-to-open-in-former-tuckers-space-in-new-albany/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Greater Louisville Inc.'s agenda prioritizes land code updates and Downtown revitalization]]></title><description><![CDATA[Greater Louisville Inc. has unveiled its latest policy roadmap. Find out which issues local business leaders are prioritizing for 2025.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/greater-louisville-incs-agenda-prioritizes-land-code-updates-and-downtown-revitalization/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2025 12:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/greater-louisville-incs-agenda-prioritizes-land-code-updates-and-downtown-revitalization/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville Tourism debuts 'Big Lou,' a new mobile visitors center (PHOTOS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[You'll soon see Big Lou at events around Louisville and beyond.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-tourism-debuts-big-lou-a-new-mobile-visitors-center-photos/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2025 12:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-tourism-debuts-big-lou-a-new-mobile-visitors-center-photos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Café in Louisville undergoing major renovation]]></title><description><![CDATA[A beloved Louisville eatery is expanding its offerings beyond dining.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-caf-in-louisville-undergoing-major-renovation/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Feb 2025 20:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-caf-in-louisville-undergoing-major-renovation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Courier Journal headquarters put up for auction]]></title><description><![CDATA[A sprawling media campus in the heart of Louisville is up for grabs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/courier-journal-headquarters-put-up-for-auction/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Feb 2025 19:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/courier-journal-headquarters-put-up-for-auction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Old Louisville Tavern owner to open take-out only restaurant]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 788-square-foot cinderblock building was previously occupied by Hill Street Fish &amp; Seafood, which closed in May 2023.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/old-louisville-tavern-owner-to-open-take-out-only-restaurant/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Feb 2025 18:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/old-louisville-tavern-owner-to-open-take-out-only-restaurant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Retail center and strip mall to get full-scale remodel]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Jeffersonville shopping center is getting a fresh start. 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Find out what type of business might be moving in on this week's Access Louisville podcast.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/access-louisville-podcast-a-roundup-of-local-construction-and-development-projects/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Feb 2025 12:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/access-louisville-podcast-a-roundup-of-local-construction-and-development-projects/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Studio founder sees opportunity in Louisville's growing media ecosystem]]></title><description><![CDATA[A former New York City animator has returned to his Kentucky roots, launching a creative studio that's already attracting high-profile clients.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/studio-founder-sees-opportunity-in-louisvilles-growing-media-ecosystem/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 20:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/studio-founder-sees-opportunity-in-louisvilles-growing-media-ecosystem/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet the 2025 Bingham Fellows class]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Bingham Fellows program has chosen its next class of community leaders. Find out who made the cut and what pressing issue they'll be addressing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/meet-the-2025-bingham-fellows-class/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 20:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/meet-the-2025-bingham-fellows-class/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dan Meske named UofL volleyball head coach: Details]]></title><description><![CDATA[UofL's volleyball team is entering a new era under Dan Meske. How he plans to build on the program's recent success, and how much he'll get paid to do it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/dan-meske-named-uofl-volleyball-head-coach-details/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 18:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/dan-meske-named-uofl-volleyball-head-coach-details/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big nonprofit adds to C-Suite]]></title><description><![CDATA[A well-known area nonprofit fills a key leadership position with a local finance expert.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/big-nonprofit-adds-to-c-suite/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/big-nonprofit-adds-to-c-suite/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brentlinger Park Townhomes sells for $24 million]]></title><description><![CDATA[How a firm's 18-month pursuit led to a major Louisville real estate acquisition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/brentlinger-park-townhomes-sells-for-24-million/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 12:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/brentlinger-park-townhomes-sells-for-24-million/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kentucky's startup scene poised for growth: Startups to Watch]]></title><description><![CDATA[Meet the founders behind 22 promising Kentucky startups poised to make waves in the coming year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentuckys-startup-scene-poised-for-growth-startups-to-watch/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 12:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentuckys-startup-scene-poised-for-growth-startups-to-watch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UPS to halve Amazon deliveries; shipping giant's stock dives]]></title><description><![CDATA[UPS announced it would decrease shipping volume from Amazon, its biggest customer, by more than 50%.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ups-to-halve-amazon-deliveries-shipping-giants-stock-dives/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 12:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ups-to-halve-amazon-deliveries-shipping-giants-stock-dives/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2025 KY Inno Startups to Watch: Hogshead]]></title><description><![CDATA[Find out about one of our 2025 KY Inno Startups to Watch, Hogshead.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/2025-ky-inno-startups-to-watch-hogshead/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jan 2025 22:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/2025-ky-inno-startups-to-watch-hogshead/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2025 KY Inno Startups to Watch: Enviro-Fresh Inc.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Find out about one of our 2025 KY Inno Startups to Watch, Enviro-Fresh, 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Solutions]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/2025-ky-inno-startups-to-watch-revitalized-solutions/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jan 2025 22:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/2025-ky-inno-startups-to-watch-revitalized-solutions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York City firm buys Louisville industrial properties for $6.5M]]></title><description><![CDATA[The two adjacent facilities are fully leased.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-york-city-firm-buys-louisville-industrial-properties-for-65m/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2025 20:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-york-city-firm-buys-louisville-industrial-properties-for-65m/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Equipment rental service projects $10M in first year revenue for new location]]></title><description><![CDATA[A storefront attached to the facility will open next month to fill a growing demand for equipment rentals in construction, landscaping, forestry and other industries.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/equipment-rental-service-projects-10m-in-first-year-revenue-for-new-location/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2025 20:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/equipment-rental-service-projects-10m-in-first-year-revenue-for-new-location/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Danny Wimmer Presents to manage historic Louisville venue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Through the partnership, more than 20 events are now scheduled from April through November at Iroquois Amphitheater.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/danny-wimmer-presents-to-manage-historic-louisville-venue/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2025 19:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/danny-wimmer-presents-to-manage-historic-louisville-venue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Joseph &amp; Joseph grows interior division in response to tourism trends]]></title><description><![CDATA[At first distilleries were speeding up. Now, they're encouraging their guests to slow down.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/joseph-amp-joseph-grows-interior-division-in-response-to-tourism-trends/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2025 19:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/joseph-amp-joseph-grows-interior-division-in-response-to-tourism-trends/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jeff's Donuts expanding in Kentucky]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's the first location outside the Louisville Metro area for this growing chain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/jeffs-donuts-expanding-in-kentucky/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2025 13:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/jeffs-donuts-expanding-in-kentucky/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CGKY, local partners begin construction at River Ridge Commerce Center]]></title><description><![CDATA[Construction is beginning on a medical facility in the office and research campus.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/cgky-local-partners-begin-construction-at-river-ridge-commerce-center/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2025 13:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/cgky-local-partners-begin-construction-at-river-ridge-commerce-center/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LouCity player fetches big number with MLS transfer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Another January. Another star from Louisville City is moving on to a bigger club &mdash; this time fetching a league high to move to the MLS.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/loucity-player-fetches-big-number-with-mls-transfer/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2025 12:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/loucity-player-fetches-big-number-with-mls-transfer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Urban Government Center demolition can proceed, judge rules]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some neighbors and preservationists were seeking a temporary restraining order keeping a building intact while their lawsuit against Metro government and a developer moves forward.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/urban-government-center-demolition-can-proceed-judge-rules/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2025 12:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/urban-government-center-demolition-can-proceed-judge-rules/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bingham Fellows takes on violence reduction]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest cohort of the Bingham Fellows revealed four programs under the theme: &ldquo;Safer City: Creating a Thriving City for All.&rdquo;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bingham-fellows-takes-on-violence-reduction/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jan 2025 20:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bingham-fellows-takes-on-violence-reduction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jack Cooper Transport laying off nearly 200 Louisville workers]]></title><description><![CDATA[The layoffs come after Ford gave the company a 30-day notice that it was terminating its contract.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/jack-cooper-transport-laying-off-nearly-200-louisville-workers/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jan 2025 20:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/jack-cooper-transport-laying-off-nearly-200-louisville-workers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The most expensive homes sold in Jefferson County (December 2024)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wildfires that ripped through Los Angles are a reminder that areas with higher climate risks are likely to face major future costs. We explore that, and check out recent expensive home sales in a photo gallery, where all five homes this week topped $1 million.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-december-2024/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jan 2025 19:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-december-2024/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Business First parent wins open records appeal]]></title><description><![CDATA[A decision recently handed down by a federal court means that groups in Kentucky won't face exorbitant public records fees.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/business-first-parent-wins-open-records-appeal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jan 2025 20:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/business-first-parent-wins-open-records-appeal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Insurance tech firm appoints CEO]]></title><description><![CDATA[The company's founder and outgoing CEO is transitioning to a new role in the company.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/insurance-tech-firm-appoints-ceo/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jan 2025 19:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/insurance-tech-firm-appoints-ceo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The most expensive toys we could find at this weekend's boat and RV show]]></title><description><![CDATA[How much does a luxury RV cost? Take a look at what we found at the Discover Boating Louisville Boat, RV &amp; Sportshow.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-most-expensive-toys-we-could-find-at-this-weekends-boat-and-rv-show/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jan 2025 18:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-most-expensive-toys-we-could-find-at-this-weekends-boat-and-rv-show/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Building on site of proposed 27-story tower eyed for demolition]]></title><description><![CDATA[The site could one day be home to Louisville's newest skyscraper, but plans for now call for temporary parking.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/building-on-site-of-proposed-27-story-tower-eyed-for-demolition/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jan 2025 17:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/building-on-site-of-proposed-27-story-tower-eyed-for-demolition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nashville-based firm makes first Louisville hotel buy]]></title><description><![CDATA[The company hopes to begin developing hotels in the Louisville market.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/nashville-based-firm-makes-first-louisville-hotel-buy/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jan 2025 12:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/nashville-based-firm-makes-first-louisville-hotel-buy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Volunteers of America Mid-States breaks ground on $21M housing project]]></title><description><![CDATA[The VOA development will have 80 housing units and is expected to be completed in spring 2026.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/volunteers-of-america-mid-states-breaks-ground-on-21m-housing-project/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jan 2025 12:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/volunteers-of-america-mid-states-breaks-ground-on-21m-housing-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville’s biggest development opportunities]]></title><description><![CDATA[From surface parking lots to brownfields, from empty office buildings to historical structures, Louisville is full of opportunities for development.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisvilles-biggest-development-opportunities/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jan 2025 12:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisvilles-biggest-development-opportunities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LDG Development announces $69M Ohio housing project]]></title><description><![CDATA[It is the Louisville-based developer's first project in Ohio.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ldg-development-announces-69m-ohio-housing-project/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2025 20:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ldg-development-announces-69m-ohio-housing-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PharmaCord names new CEO]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new CEO brings decades of experience in the pharmaceutical industry.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/pharmacord-names-new-ceo/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2025 20:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/pharmacord-names-new-ceo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family Scholar House, MMY break ground on housing campus]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Louisville neighborhood is getting a new housing option for students.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/family-scholar-house-mmy-break-ground-on-housing-campus/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2025 18:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/family-scholar-house-mmy-break-ground-on-housing-campus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carali's Rotisserie Chicken opens new restaurant in Fern Creek]]></title><description><![CDATA[The is the Louisville-based chain's seventh location.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/caralis-rotisserie-chicken-opens-new-restaurant-in-fern-creek/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2025 18:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/caralis-rotisserie-chicken-opens-new-restaurant-in-fern-creek/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville chef among James Beard semifinalists]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Louisville chef is up for one of the most prestigious honors in the culinary industry.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-chef-among-james-beard-semifinalists/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2025 13:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-chef-among-james-beard-semifinalists/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville Tourism releases annual top events list]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville accounts for 30% of the economic impact making up Kentucky&rsquo;s $13.8 billion tourism industry.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-tourism-releases-annual-top-events-list/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2025 12:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-tourism-releases-annual-top-events-list/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kentucky gets $8 million to build statewide climate data infrastructure]]></title><description><![CDATA[With the chilling temperatures that have hit the region, the weather is at the top of mind for most Kentuckians these days.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-gets-8-million-to-build-statewide-climate-data-infrastructure/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2025 12:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-gets-8-million-to-build-statewide-climate-data-infrastructure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Local Big Lots leases up for grabs]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new owner of the properties say offers are due no later than Jan. 24.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/local-big-lots-leases-up-for-grabs/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2025 12:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/local-big-lots-leases-up-for-grabs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[REBOUND buys 1.5 acres for new development]]></title><description><![CDATA[The planned facility would bring multiple organizations under one roof.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/rebound-buys-15-acres-for-new-development/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2025 12:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/rebound-buys-15-acres-for-new-development/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport sets another passenger record]]></title><description><![CDATA[The figure sets a new record in the millions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-muhammad-ali-international-airport-sets-another-passenger-record/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jan 2025 20:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-muhammad-ali-international-airport-sets-another-passenger-record/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Givaudan will not rebuild plant following explosion]]></title><description><![CDATA[After an explosion at its Louisville facility last fall, the company is looking at its future in Kentucky and elsewhere.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/givaudan-will-not-rebuild-plant-following-explosion/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jan 2025 22:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/givaudan-will-not-rebuild-plant-following-explosion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville Business First brings you more List data]]></title><description><![CDATA[To kick-off 2025, Louisville Business First is bringing readers an expanded listing of records on our weekly List offerings.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-business-first-brings-you-more-list-data/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jan 2025 20:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-business-first-brings-you-more-list-data/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville City FC enters apparel partnership with Puma]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville City FC is shedding its stripes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-city-fc-enters-apparel-partnership-with-puma/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jan 2025 19:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-city-fc-enters-apparel-partnership-with-puma/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BrightSpring sells community living arm for more than $800 million]]></title><description><![CDATA[The proceeds will be used to pay down debt.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/brightspring-sells-community-living-arm-for-more-than-800-million/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jan 2025 19:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/brightspring-sells-community-living-arm-for-more-than-800-million/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BJ's Wholesale Club announces grand opening date]]></title><description><![CDATA[BJ's offers foods, produce, full-service deli items, bakery goods, household essentials, home d&eacute;cor, pet supplies, toys, tech and more.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bjs-wholesale-club-announces-grand-opening-date/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jan 2025 19:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bjs-wholesale-club-announces-grand-opening-date/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exclusive: Former Trouble Bar space will become a new bookstore and cafe]]></title><description><![CDATA[This bar closed in late 2024 and now we know what's replacing it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/exclusive-former-trouble-bar-space-will-become-a-new-bookstore-and-cafe/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jan 2025 17:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/exclusive-former-trouble-bar-space-will-become-a-new-bookstore-and-cafe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VIEWPOINT: How investing in housing can unlock Kentucky's growth potential]]></title><description><![CDATA["Housing is crucial to our growth, and we must address our housing needs as we strive to make our state the best in the nation to live, work, do business and raise a family."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/viewpoint-how-investing-in-housing-can-unlock-kentuckys-growth-potential/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jan 2025 12:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/viewpoint-how-investing-in-housing-can-unlock-kentuckys-growth-potential/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Washington State Bank raises $10M from shareholders, customers to make operations changes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Money from a brief capital campaign will allow a local bank to make changes to its operations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-washington-state-bank-raises-10m-from-shareholders-customers-to-make-operations-changes/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jan 2025 12:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-washington-state-bank-raises-10m-from-shareholders-customers-to-make-operations-changes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Trump 2.0 could mean for Louisville's health care industry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Medicare Advantage providers such as Louisville-based Humana Inc., saw tighter regulations over the last four years. We look at how the new administration might be different.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/what-trump-20-could-mean-for-louisvilles-health-care-industry/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jan 2025 12:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/what-trump-20-could-mean-for-louisvilles-health-care-industry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thorntons Inc. parent BP to cut jobs]]></title><description><![CDATA[BP says the move is meant to cut costs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/thorntons-inc-parent-bp-to-cut-jobs/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jan 2025 12:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/thorntons-inc-parent-bp-to-cut-jobs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Joann Inc. files for second bankruptcy, plans to sell assets]]></title><description><![CDATA[The popular crafts retailer has two Louisville-area locations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/joann-inc-files-for-second-bankruptcy-plans-to-sell-assets/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/joann-inc-files-for-second-bankruptcy-plans-to-sell-assets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[These are the most selective colleges and universities in Kentucky]]></title><description><![CDATA[A rivalry comes off the court and into the admissions office: Is UofL or UK the more selective school?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/these-are-the-most-selective-colleges-and-universities-in-kentucky/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/these-are-the-most-selective-colleges-and-universities-in-kentucky/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Project Watch: Louisville's largest developments, mapped]]></title><description><![CDATA[A development that will cost "several billions of dollars" headlines the most recent Project Watch update.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/project-watch-louisvilles-largest-developments-mapped/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jan 2025 19:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/project-watch-louisvilles-largest-developments-mapped/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City begins soliciting feedback on Belvedere revitalization plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[A short series of community engagement sessions are seeking feedback on the city's plan to revitalize the Belvedere.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/city-begins-soliciting-feedback-on-belvedere-revitalization-plan/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jan 2025 19:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/city-begins-soliciting-feedback-on-belvedere-revitalization-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kentucky-based engineering consultant to open new Ohio office]]></title><description><![CDATA[Founded in 1969, the Kentucky-based firm has completed more than 3,500 projects for public- and private-sector clients.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-based-engineering-consultant-to-open-new-ohio-office/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jan 2025 12:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-based-engineering-consultant-to-open-new-ohio-office/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Japanese claw machine arcade to open in Louisville]]></title><description><![CDATA[The concept is one of Asia's hottest entertainment trends.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/japanese-claw-machine-arcade-to-open-in-louisville/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jan 2025 12:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/japanese-claw-machine-arcade-to-open-in-louisville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What a second Trump term could mean for residential real estate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Housing seemed to be top of mind for voters in 2024 and Donald Trump's second term could mean significant shifts to the market.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/what-a-second-trump-term-could-mean-for-residential-real-estate/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jan 2025 12:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/what-a-second-trump-term-could-mean-for-residential-real-estate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LG&amp;E to build new facilities for massive data center project]]></title><description><![CDATA[The project will require a staggering 400 megawatts once it is fully online. For context, that&rsquo;s enough to power about 400,000 homes every month.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/lgampe-to-build-new-facilities-for-massive-data-center-project/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jan 2025 20:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/lgampe-to-build-new-facilities-for-massive-data-center-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Food delivery service Home Cuisine to expand wholesale services]]></title><description><![CDATA[The food delivery service also prepares meals for who sell clients who sell the meals under their own labels.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/food-delivery-service-home-cuisine-to-expand-wholesale-services/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jan 2025 20:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/food-delivery-service-home-cuisine-to-expand-wholesale-services/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kentucky Derby Museum getting multimillion dollar exhibit upgrade]]></title><description><![CDATA[A popular tourist attraction is getting a major facelift ahead of its busy season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-derby-museum-getting-multimillion-dollar-exhibit-upgrade/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jan 2025 20:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-derby-museum-getting-multimillion-dollar-exhibit-upgrade/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[21c Museum Hotels in Kansas City has a new flag]]></title><description><![CDATA[The longest continually running hotel west of the Mississippi &mdash; which calls downtown KC home &mdash; now belongs to a different hotel group.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/21c-museum-hotels-in-kansas-city-has-a-new-flag/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jan 2025 19:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/21c-museum-hotels-in-kansas-city-has-a-new-flag/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Massive data center planned for Louisville: Report]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tech giants like Google, Amazon and Microsoft are among the names of prospective tenants.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/massive-data-center-planned-for-louisville-report/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jan 2025 13:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/massive-data-center-planned-for-louisville-report/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[House of Marigold to open second location in Norton Commons]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new location will share the same menu as the brand's flagship restaurant in Middletown.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/house-of-marigold-to-open-second-location-in-norton-commons/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jan 2025 12:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/house-of-marigold-to-open-second-location-in-norton-commons/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nearly $2 million LOUMED corridor planned]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new project will connect the Jefferson Community and Technical College on the west to the Phoenix Hill neighborhood.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/nearly-2-million-loumed-corridor-planned/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jan 2025 12:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/nearly-2-million-loumed-corridor-planned/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Local architecture firm names newest director]]></title><description><![CDATA[An almost 200-year-old local architecture firm is welcoming an outsider to continue its mission.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/local-architecture-firm-names-newest-director/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jan 2025 12:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/local-architecture-firm-names-newest-director/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Actors Theatre leader stepping down]]></title><description><![CDATA[He's led Actors Theatre of Louisville for more than five years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/actors-theatre-leader-stepping-down/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jan 2025 20:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/actors-theatre-leader-stepping-down/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Almost a quarter of U.S. employer firms are minority-owned, survey shows]]></title><description><![CDATA[Business ownership is a dream for people of all backgrounds. And in conjunction with our 2025 Minority-Owned Businesses List, we recently took a deeper look at minority businesses in the U.S.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/almost-a-quarter-of-us-employer-firms-are-minority-owned-survey-shows/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jan 2025 20:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/almost-a-quarter-of-us-employer-firms-are-minority-owned-survey-shows/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Doughnut shop closes original local location]]></title><description><![CDATA[The doughnut shop continues to operate out of its Westport Village location which opened in 2022.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/doughnut-shop-closes-original-local-location/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jan 2025 12:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/doughnut-shop-closes-original-local-location/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Millions went to movies, shows filming locally in 2024]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than $13M in tax incentives went to movie productions filming in Louisville. What that means for the city.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/millions-went-to-movies-shows-filming-locally-in-2024/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jan 2025 11:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/millions-went-to-movies-shows-filming-locally-in-2024/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville nonprofit files for bankruptcy]]></title><description><![CDATA[The nonprofit provides assisted living, respite care and affordable housing for seniors.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-nonprofit-files-for-bankruptcy/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jan 2025 11:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-nonprofit-files-for-bankruptcy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EXCLUSIVE: Work planned to begin on former Plumber's Supply property]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nearly one year after it was purchased by a prominent Louisville developer, we now have some details about the site's future.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/exclusive-work-planned-to-begin-on-former-plumbers-supply-property/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jan 2025 11:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/exclusive-work-planned-to-begin-on-former-plumbers-supply-property/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['This closure reflects a broader trend': Local leaders react to closing of Brown-Forman Cooperage]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brown-Forman will be closing its last remaining cooperage soon. Local leaders in the barrel industry provide insights into the news.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/this-closure-reflects-a-broader-trend-local-leaders-react-to-closing-of-brown-forman-cooperage/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jan 2025 21:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/this-closure-reflects-a-broader-trend-local-leaders-react-to-closing-of-brown-forman-cooperage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2 editors fired at LEO]]></title><description><![CDATA[The newspaper only has three full-time employees after the firing of two top editors.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/2-editors-fired-at-leo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jan 2025 20:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/2-editors-fired-at-leo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spirit Airlines expands nonstop service out of SDF]]></title><description><![CDATA[Service to both cities from Spirit Airlines starts up March 19, lining up with demand for spring break travel.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/spirit-airlines-expands-nonstop-service-out-of-sdf/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jan 2025 20:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/spirit-airlines-expands-nonstop-service-out-of-sdf/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[$15M grant seeks to improve riverfront connectivity]]></title><description><![CDATA[A construction project aims to improve multimodal connections through the I-64 interchange at 22nd Street.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/15m-grant-seeks-to-improve-riverfront-connectivity/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jan 2025 20:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/15m-grant-seeks-to-improve-riverfront-connectivity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[In the wake of bourbon industry shifts, the tariff question still looms]]></title><description><![CDATA[Eric Gregory is not looking forward to April 1, 2025 &mdash; and it has nothing to do with avoiding being pranked on April Fool&rsquo;s Day.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/in-the-wake-of-bourbon-industry-shifts-the-tariff-question-still-looms/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jan 2025 17:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/in-the-wake-of-bourbon-industry-shifts-the-tariff-question-still-looms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brown-Forman to slash 12% of global workforce in significant restructuring]]></title><description><![CDATA[Closure of the Louisville Cooperage alone will cost 210 local employees their jobs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/brown-forman-to-slash-12-of-global-workforce-in-significant-restructuring/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jan 2025 16:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/brown-forman-to-slash-12-of-global-workforce-in-significant-restructuring/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The most expensive homes sold in Jefferson County (Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2024)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our latest roundup of the most expensive homes sold in Jefferson County is in the attached gallery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-nov-22-dec-5-2024/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jan 2025 16:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-nov-22-dec-5-2024/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Taj Louisville is moving, but not far]]></title><description><![CDATA[A NuLu bar has closed indefinitely, but the owners say it will reopen very near its original location.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/taj-louisville-is-moving-but-not-far/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jan 2025 17:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/taj-louisville-is-moving-but-not-far/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UofL lands largest clinical research grant in its history]]></title><description><![CDATA[The funding will help researchers combat afflictions commonly plaguing Kentuckians.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uofl-lands-largest-clinical-research-grant-in-its-history/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2025 20:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uofl-lands-largest-clinical-research-grant-in-its-history/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Racing Louisville FC is navigating uncharted waters, as NWSL's popularity surges]]></title><description><![CDATA[After a fourth-straight ninth-place finish, Racing Louisville FC has been doing a lot of self-reflection with a new interim general manager a new way to add talent]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/how-racing-louisville-fc-is-navigating-uncharted-waters-as-nwsls-popularity-surges/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2025 20:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/how-racing-louisville-fc-is-navigating-uncharted-waters-as-nwsls-popularity-surges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saint Xavier receives $1.5M gift]]></title><description><![CDATA[The gift will create the largest endowed scholarship at the school with the resources to fund six full-tuition awards on an annual basis.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/saint-xavier-receives-15m-gift/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2025 19:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/saint-xavier-receives-15m-gift/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shiraz Mediterranean Grill co-founder Ata Akrami dies at age 92]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ata Akrami, co-founder of Shiraz Mediterranean Grill, passed away in Norton Brownsboro Hospital on Jan. 3 at age 92.His son Ramin Akrami, Shiraz&rsquo;s co-founder and CEO, called Ata the heart and soul of Shiraz. Ramin added that his father was hospitalized after suffering a stroke.&ldquo;He was going to be 93 this year and he was doing great until literally five days before he passed,&rdquo; Ramin explained. &ldquo;He had a bad stroke that made him not able to talk, eat or swallow. He told us]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/shiraz-mediterranean-grill-co-founder-ata-akrami-dies-at-age-92/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2025 19:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/shiraz-mediterranean-grill-co-founder-ata-akrami-dies-at-age-92/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roller Die + Forming acquires Michigan firm]]></title><description><![CDATA[The acquisition gives Roller Die + Forming access to some cutting edge technology.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/roller-die-forming-acquires-michigan-firm/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2025 13:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/roller-die-forming-acquires-michigan-firm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Movie production recipient of $4M state tax credit to film in Louisville]]></title><description><![CDATA[A feature-length film directed by a Louisville native is being filmed in the area soon with the backing of a state tax incentive program.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/movie-production-recipient-of-4m-state-tax-credit-to-film-in-louisville/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2025 12:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/movie-production-recipient-of-4m-state-tax-credit-to-film-in-louisville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shelby Park buildings sold to investment group]]></title><description><![CDATA[The investment group previously developed apartments in Butchertown.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/shelby-park-buildings-sold-to-investment-group/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2025 12:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/shelby-park-buildings-sold-to-investment-group/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Rafael Dapello went from working at KFC to starting his own chicken chain]]></title><description><![CDATA[How Rafael Dapello turned recipes from his native Peru into a growing Louisville restaurant favorite.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/how-rafael-dapello-went-from-working-at-kfc-to-starting-his-own-chicken-chain/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2025 12:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/how-rafael-dapello-went-from-working-at-kfc-to-starting-his-own-chicken-chain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family of man killed shortly before Scottie Scheffler's arrest at PGA Championship files lawsuit]]></title><description><![CDATA[The man's family is suing the club, the PGA Tour and the PGA of America.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/family-of-man-killed-shortly-before-scottie-schefflers-arrest-at-pga-championship-files-lawsuit/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jan 2025 20:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/family-of-man-killed-shortly-before-scottie-schefflers-arrest-at-pga-championship-files-lawsuit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fashion Post founder Stanley Bayersdorfer dies at 96]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stanley W. Bayersdorfer, founder of The Fashion Post, passed away on January 5 at age 96. A memorial service was held for him at The Temple &ndash; Congregation Adath Israel Brith Sholom on Jan. 8.Bob Bayersdorfer, Stanley's son and the current owner of The Fashion Post, said his father continued working at the classic menswear retailer until a few weeks before his death."He loved it. Like so many entrepreneurs that was his baby. I bought the store from him in 2009 having already worked here for]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/fashion-post-founder-stanley-bayersdorfer-dies-at-96/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jan 2025 20:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/fashion-post-founder-stanley-bayersdorfer-dies-at-96/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kroger to pay $110M to Kentucky in AG settlement]]></title><description><![CDATA[Half of the settlement funds between Kroger and Kentucky will be distributed among the commonwealth&rsquo;s cities and counties]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kroger-to-pay-110m-to-kentucky-in-ag-settlement/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jan 2025 20:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kroger-to-pay-110m-to-kentucky-in-ag-settlement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Different Strokes to open second standalone driving range location in New Albany]]></title><description><![CDATA[New Albany's Golfer's Paradise driving range has a new owner. And soon, a new name, too.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/different-strokes-to-open-second-standalone-driving-range-location-in-new-albany/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jan 2025 18:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/different-strokes-to-open-second-standalone-driving-range-location-in-new-albany/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nonprofit to break ground on $75M facility]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Louisville-based nonprofit will build the facility on its NuLu campus on East Market Street.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/nonprofit-to-break-ground-on-75m-facility/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jan 2025 13:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/nonprofit-to-break-ground-on-75m-facility/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville's TagSwag to partner with Lou City FC, Racing FC]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of Louisville&rsquo;s fastest growing companies is about to show off its sporty side.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisvilles-tagswag-to-partner-with-lou-city-fc-racing-fc/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jan 2025 12:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisvilles-tagswag-to-partner-with-lou-city-fc-racing-fc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Snapology of Louisville files for Chapter 7 bankruptcy protection]]></title><description><![CDATA[The franchised company provides year-round science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM) learning programs for children ages 4 to 14.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/snapology-of-louisville-files-for-chapter-7-bankruptcy-protection/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jan 2025 20:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/snapology-of-louisville-files-for-chapter-7-bankruptcy-protection/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Health food store raising funds to reopen after fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Dec. 11 electrical fire forced the store, Health Daddy Wow, to close.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/health-food-store-raising-funds-to-reopen-after-fire/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jan 2025 19:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/health-food-store-raising-funds-to-reopen-after-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carl Huber, co-founder of Huber's Orchard &amp; Winery, dies at 84]]></title><description><![CDATA[The co-founder of a Louisville-area tourism staple has died.Carl Huber, the fifth-generation owner of Huber&rsquo;s Orchard and Winery in Starlight, Indiana, died at his home on Saturday, Jan. 4, according to an obituary. He was 84.Carl, along with his brother Gerald, inherited the family farm from their grandfather in 1966. The brothers ramped up direct-to-consumer sales with the advent of modern refrigeration, allowing them to package fruits for grocery stores.In the late 1960s, the farm becam]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/carl-huber-co-founder-of-hubers-orchard-amp-winery-dies-at-84/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jan 2025 19:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/carl-huber-co-founder-of-hubers-orchard-amp-winery-dies-at-84/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ANNOUNCING: Meet LBF’s 2025 Health Care Heroes honorees]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are honoring area health care professionals with our Health Care Heroes Awards.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/announcing-meet-lbfs-2025-health-care-heroes-honorees/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jan 2025 16:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/announcing-meet-lbfs-2025-health-care-heroes-honorees/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Window chain opening first Louisville location]]></title><description><![CDATA[The fast-growing window chain will open the showroom in Louisville's Newburg neighborhood later this month.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/window-chain-opening-first-louisville-location/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jan 2025 13:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/window-chain-opening-first-louisville-location/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[KY nonprofit focused on entrepreneurship selects executive director]]></title><description><![CDATA[The nonprofit lab incubator focuses on accelerating science, entrepreneurship, education and economic development.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ky-nonprofit-focused-on-entrepreneurship-selects-executive-director/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jan 2025 12:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ky-nonprofit-focused-on-entrepreneurship-selects-executive-director/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bourbon predictions for 2025: Part One, Market Movement]]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;It&rsquo;s the least predictable year we can remember for bourbon," said one distiller.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bourbon-predictions-for-2025-part-one-market-movement/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jan 2025 12:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bourbon-predictions-for-2025-part-one-market-movement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Churchill Downs continues HISA lawsuit in wake of NYRA settlement]]></title><description><![CDATA[The New York Racing Association has settled with the Hoseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) following the threat of a shutdown.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/churchill-downs-continues-hisa-lawsuit-in-wake-of-nyra-settlement/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jan 2025 20:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/churchill-downs-continues-hisa-lawsuit-in-wake-of-nyra-settlement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lawsuit filed to stop Urban Government Center demolition]]></title><description><![CDATA[The suit was brought by Steve Wiser&rsquo;s Louisville Historical League Inc., among others.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/lawsuit-filed-to-stop-urban-government-center-demolition/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jan 2025 19:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/lawsuit-filed-to-stop-urban-government-center-demolition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Old Louisville Tavern owners plan new restaurant]]></title><description><![CDATA[The menu at the new restaurant will be similar to the other establishments the owners operate in Louisville.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/old-louisville-tavern-owners-plan-new-restaurant/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jan 2025 18:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/old-louisville-tavern-owners-plan-new-restaurant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former TV, ad exec Bill Campbell dies at 86]]></title><description><![CDATA[William "Bill" Campbell, the former general manager and vice president of WLKY-TV, died at the age of 86 following a battle with cancer, according to a family spokesperson.Campbell, who began his broadcasting career with WAVE radio, was named to the top job at WLKY in 1984.He rose to that position from the sales department, where he began as an account manager in the late 1960s, before working his way up to local sales manager and eventually national sales manager.In his time overseeing the&hell]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/former-tv-ad-exec-bill-campbell-dies-at-86/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jan 2025 20:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/former-tv-ad-exec-bill-campbell-dies-at-86/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ambition Fitness opens second location in East End]]></title><description><![CDATA[The first location of the fitness studio opened in 2018 in St. Matthews.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ambition-fitness-opens-second-location-in-east-end/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jan 2025 19:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ambition-fitness-opens-second-location-in-east-end/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yummy Bowl opens in East Louisville]]></title><description><![CDATA[The restaurant is located in a nearly 4,200-square-foot space previously occupied by El Pastorcito Taqueria.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/yummy-bowl-opens-in-east-louisville/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jan 2025 19:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/yummy-bowl-opens-in-east-louisville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Derby Dinner Playhouse artistic director stepping down]]></title><description><![CDATA[The director is stepping down after a 35 year run at the Clarksville theater.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/derby-dinner-playhouse-artistic-director-stepping-down/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jan 2025 13:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/derby-dinner-playhouse-artistic-director-stepping-down/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VIEWPOINT: Kentucky’s health will determine its future]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the greatest challenges to a vibrant future in Kentucky is the need to prevent illness, writes Eli Capilouto, president of the University of Kentucky.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/viewpoint-kentuckys-health-will-determine-its-future/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jan 2025 12:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/viewpoint-kentuckys-health-will-determine-its-future/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bourbon industry experts weigh in on American single malt's future]]></title><description><![CDATA[Big news broke in the beverage alcohol industry in December &mdash; but what does an official government categorization of American single malt mean for the whiskey industry?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bourbon-industry-experts-weigh-in-on-american-single-malts-future/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jan 2025 12:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bourbon-industry-experts-weigh-in-on-american-single-malts-future/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Waystar moves into former Bamboo Health building]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's not clear what the move means for Waystar's Downtown location, but it does mean another health tech company has gone remote.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/waystar-moves-into-former-bamboo-health-building/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jan 2025 12:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/waystar-moves-into-former-bamboo-health-building/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Kroger-Albertsons merger is officially kaput. So now what?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kroger and Albertsons have long been planning their union, a $24.6 billion deal first rolled out in 2022. Now that the marriage is officially off &ndash; terminated by both as part of the fallout following a decision in the FTC case &ndash; one big question remains. Where does the Cincinnati-based grocery giant go from here?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-kroger-albertsons-merger-is-officially-kaput-so-now-what/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jan 2025 20:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-kroger-albertsons-merger-is-officially-kaput-so-now-what/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AI is revolutionizing writing &mdash; but there's more to journalism than that]]></title><description><![CDATA[AI is impressive &mdash; but it lacks the key skills that journalists rely on.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ai-is-revolutionizing-writing-mdash-but-theres-more-to-journalism-than-that/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jan 2025 19:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ai-is-revolutionizing-writing-mdash-but-theres-more-to-journalism-than-that/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Video Kitchen leaves Highlands for NuLu area]]></title><description><![CDATA[Video Kitchen closed its Highlands location in December after more than 30 years in the same development.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/video-kitchen-leaves-highlands-for-nulu-area/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jan 2025 19:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/video-kitchen-leaves-highlands-for-nulu-area/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[GlowTouch changes its name]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following an acquisition, the newly named firm has nearly 6,000 global employees.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/glowtouch-changes-its-name/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jan 2025 18:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/glowtouch-changes-its-name/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Semonin Realtors CEO stepping down]]></title><description><![CDATA[A local real estate CEO is stepping down after 25 years of leadership and a new leader has been appointed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/semonin-realtors-ceo-stepping-down/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jan 2025 13:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/semonin-realtors-ceo-stepping-down/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Humana isn't the only big insurer moving its headquarters]]></title><description><![CDATA[The decision comes just months after Humana announced plans to vacate its namesake tower at 500 W. Main St.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/humana-isnt-the-only-big-insurer-moving-its-headquarters/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jan 2025 13:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/humana-isnt-the-only-big-insurer-moving-its-headquarters/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Have what it takes to be one of our Best Places to Work?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nominations are now open for most of Louisville Business First's 2025 awards and 20 People to Know programs.<br />
Our Best Places to Work program recognizes the importance of cultivating an exceptional workplace, with leaders that make an effort to ensure that their employment environment is a fulfilling place.Does your workplace fit that description? If so, think about nominating your organization for this program.<br />
Our Best Places to Work program is administered by Omaha, Nebraska-based Quantum&hell]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/have-what-it-takes-to-be-one-of-our-best-places-to-work/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jan 2025 12:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/have-what-it-takes-to-be-one-of-our-best-places-to-work/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[West Sixth Brewing sets opening for Northern Kentucky taproom]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Sixth Covington Haus will open in 2025.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/west-sixth-brewing-sets-opening-for-northern-kentucky-taproom/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jan 2025 19:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/west-sixth-brewing-sets-opening-for-northern-kentucky-taproom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The largest conventions and events coming to Louisville in January]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you're in Downtown Louisville this week between Jan. 2 and Jan. 4, you might notice the 11,000 or so 18 to 25 year olds in town for an event at the Kentucky International Convention Center.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-largest-conventions-and-events-coming-to-louisville-in-january/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jan 2025 19:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-largest-conventions-and-events-coming-to-louisville-in-january/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kroger customer foot traffic is rising, causing analyst to boost earnings estimates]]></title><description><![CDATA[More shoppers have been streaming into Kroger stores than a year ago, a sign of strength as the company gets back to basics after its attempt to buy rival Albertsons failed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kroger-customer-foot-traffic-is-rising-causing-analyst-to-boost-earnings-estimates/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jan 2025 02:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kroger-customer-foot-traffic-is-rising-causing-analyst-to-boost-earnings-estimates/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City marks top job-creation numbers in years]]></title><description><![CDATA[In 2024, Louisville located 35 projects, with companies committing to invest $653 million to expand or open new locations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/city-marks-top-job-creation-numbers-in-years/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jan 2025 02:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/city-marks-top-job-creation-numbers-in-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The biggest Louisville restaurant and bar closings of 2024]]></title><description><![CDATA[2024 was a year when the Louisville food and dining scene lost some staples that people thought would be around forever.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-biggest-louisville-restaurant-and-bar-closings-of-2024/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Dec 2024 19:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-biggest-louisville-restaurant-and-bar-closings-of-2024/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I Love Tacos opening new restaurant in former Local Seltzery location]]></title><description><![CDATA[The local chain is moving into a nearly 2,200-square-foot, two-story space that was recently occupied by The Local Seltzery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/i-love-tacos-opening-new-restaurant-in-former-local-seltzery-location/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Dec 2024 18:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/i-love-tacos-opening-new-restaurant-in-former-local-seltzery-location/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Party City puts Louisville-area leases on the market]]></title><description><![CDATA[The company's stores will shutter Feb. 1.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/party-city-puts-louisville-area-leases-on-the-market/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Dec 2024 17:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/party-city-puts-louisville-area-leases-on-the-market/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why this Louisville company changed its fully remote stance]]></title><description><![CDATA[At one point, Carroll Media Corp. was set being a fully remote company. Then something changed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/why-this-louisville-company-changed-its-fully-remote-stance/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Dec 2024 13:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/why-this-louisville-company-changed-its-fully-remote-stance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kroger opens first-ever museum at its downtown Cincinnati headquarters]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kroger Co. has opened the Kroger Museum in its downtown Cincinnati headquarters to document its century-plus history.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kroger-opens-first-ever-museum-at-its-downtown-cincinnati-headquarters/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Dec 2024 13:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kroger-opens-first-ever-museum-at-its-downtown-cincinnati-headquarters/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Where'd you go to high school? 22 business leaders answer Louisville's favorite question]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's Louisville's favorite question: Where'd you go to high school? With education being an ever-present conversation in both business and politics, we thought we'd wind down the year with a feature on where local executives and business owners got their education.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/whered-you-go-to-high-school-22-business-leaders-answer-louisvilles-favorite-question/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Dec 2024 12:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/whered-you-go-to-high-school-22-business-leaders-answer-louisvilles-favorite-question/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LBF's 40th Book of List is here and it celebrates history]]></title><description><![CDATA[With this special launch, we chose to highlight the work of LBF&rsquo;s first photographer, the late Ron Bath.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/lbfs-40th-book-of-list-is-here-and-it-celebrates-history/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Dec 2024 12:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/lbfs-40th-book-of-list-is-here-and-it-celebrates-history/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Here's how far a middle-class salary goes in Louisville]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville landed near the top of the pack among the nation's 50 most populous cities.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/heres-how-far-a-middle-class-salary-goes-in-louisville/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Dec 2024 20:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/heres-how-far-a-middle-class-salary-goes-in-louisville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big Lots strikes deal with Variety Wholesalers that could save brand, hundreds of stores]]></title><description><![CDATA[Big Lots, which is in the middle of a Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization, said in a press release that the deal sets up the transfer of its assets &mdash; stores, distribution centers and intellectually property &mdash; to other retailers and companies.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/big-lots-strikes-deal-with-variety-wholesalers-that-could-save-brand-hundreds-of-stores/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Dec 2024 12:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/big-lots-strikes-deal-with-variety-wholesalers-that-could-save-brand-hundreds-of-stores/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Restaurants ready for last big night of the year]]></title><description><![CDATA[Because Americans are used to splurging on the holidays, restaurants can expect a significant boost in sales on New Year's Eve.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/restaurants-ready-for-last-big-night-of-the-year/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Dec 2024 12:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/restaurants-ready-for-last-big-night-of-the-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[For Louisville, 2024 was hard to predict (Access Louisville Podcast)]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the last several years, the team at LBF's Access Louisville podcast have developed an end-of-the-year tradition where we sit down and try to predict what might happen the next year. In this week's episode, we revisit predictions we made for 2024 &mdash; and it was a mixed bag on what we got right and wrong.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/for-louisville-2024-was-hard-to-predict-access-louisville-podcast/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Dec 2024 12:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/for-louisville-2024-was-hard-to-predict-access-louisville-podcast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[These are the most expensive homes sold in Jefferson County (Nov. 25-27)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Office-to-residential conversion projects are increasing supply and funds are being allocated for similar projects Downtown. Plus, a look at pricey single family home sales.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/these-are-the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-nov-25-27/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Dec 2024 12:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/these-are-the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-nov-25-27/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Galaxie opens new location in Northern Kentucky]]></title><description><![CDATA[Galaxie has opened a new location in the former Acme Lock Building in Covington.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/galaxie-opens-new-location-in-northern-kentucky/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Dec 2024 19:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/galaxie-opens-new-location-in-northern-kentucky/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville startup announces name change at Techstars]]></title><description><![CDATA[For about a year, Lecresha Sewell knew that it was time to change the name of her startup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-startup-announces-name-change-at-techstars/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Dec 2024 18:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-startup-announces-name-change-at-techstars/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[9 renters compete for each Louisville apartment and other market trends]]></title><description><![CDATA[The local rental market is more competitive than it was last year. Here's why and a few other trends to know about renting in Louisville.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/9-renters-compete-for-each-louisville-apartment-and-other-market-trends/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Dec 2024 18:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/9-renters-compete-for-each-louisville-apartment-and-other-market-trends/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LBF's Book of Lists 2024-25 is out, celebrating 40 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[This year, it's time to celebrate big anniversaries as the Book of Lists (and LBF) turns 40. Check out the most comprehensive collection of Greater Louisville business data in one spot.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/lbfs-book-of-lists-2024-25-is-out-celebrating-40-years/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Dec 2024 16:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/lbfs-book-of-lists-2024-25-is-out-celebrating-40-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[KY firm to double headcount, add AI research lab in planned $4.35M growth push]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Kentucky IT firm will double its headcount &ndash; and expand its physical footprint in the region &ndash; with a $4.35 million investment. The move comes months after the company issued an open call for new office space.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ky-firm-to-double-headcount-add-ai-research-lab-in-planned-435m-growth-push/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Dec 2024 12:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ky-firm-to-double-headcount-add-ai-research-lab-in-planned-435m-growth-push/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[This is the most competitive restaurant concept in Kentucky]]></title><description><![CDATA[Restaurants are facing a new reality in the post-pandemic world, and some concepts are finding tougher sledding than others due to an abundance of competition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/this-is-the-most-competitive-restaurant-concept-in-kentucky/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Dec 2024 12:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/this-is-the-most-competitive-restaurant-concept-in-kentucky/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[$30M Smyrna Village Apartments leasing, construction almost complete on 192 units]]></title><description><![CDATA[The apartment complex is a luxury eight-building apartment complex within Louisville's Interstate 265 loop.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/30m-smyrna-village-apartments-leasing-construction-almost-complete-on-192-units/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Dec 2024 12:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/30m-smyrna-village-apartments-leasing-construction-almost-complete-on-192-units/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville founder starts up networking platform]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Louisville-based KYCombinator platform is working to provide networking opportunities to founders.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-founder-starts-up-networking-platform/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Dec 2024 19:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-founder-starts-up-networking-platform/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PNC is positioned to buy banks: Here's what and where]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here's what PNC is looking for in a bank acquisition and what it may consider.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/pnc-is-positioned-to-buy-banks-heres-what-and-where/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Dec 2024 19:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/pnc-is-positioned-to-buy-banks-heres-what-and-where/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Target announces holiday clearance sale as it looks to end of 2024]]></title><description><![CDATA[Target Corp. (NYSE: TGT) is cutting prices again and boosting promotions as it tries to squeeze every last available dollar out of a crucial holiday shopping season.<br />
The Minneapolis-based retailer on Thursday announced its annual clearance sale, cutting prices on clothing, shoes, beauty, toys, holiday decor and other products in stores and online.Target and other retailers typically offer post-Christmas clearance sales to unload seasonal merchandise or clear out products that, for whatever reaso]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/target-announces-holiday-clearance-sale-as-it-looks-to-end-of-2024/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Dec 2024 19:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/target-announces-holiday-clearance-sale-as-it-looks-to-end-of-2024/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kentucky Kingdom details $11M 'new land,' adding 3 rides]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kentucky Kingdom will add three new rides with the investment.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-kingdom-details-11m-new-land-adding-3-rides/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Dec 2024 18:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-kingdom-details-11m-new-land-adding-3-rides/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pints &amp; Union sets Bardstown Road opening date]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pints &amp; Union is picking a big night to open its doors.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/pints-amp-union-sets-bardstown-road-opening-date/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Dec 2024 12:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/pints-amp-union-sets-bardstown-road-opening-date/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jeff Ruby makes history in 2024: A look back at the restaurant empire's 'monumental' year]]></title><description><![CDATA[From a massive revenue milestone to a million-dollar renovation, to the launch of multiple new lines of business, Jeff Ruby Culinary Entertainment is heading into 2025 stronger than ever.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/jeff-ruby-makes-history-in-2024-a-look-back-at-the-restaurant-empires-monumental-year/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Dec 2024 12:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/jeff-ruby-makes-history-in-2024-a-look-back-at-the-restaurant-empires-monumental-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[These airlines lose the most holiday luggage]]></title><description><![CDATA[Flying during the holidays can be nerve-wracking, especially if your luggage is lost or damaged. There is a lot of stress for workers at airlines and airports as well. Data collected at the federal level provides a peak into these frantic operations, a useful exercise even for those operating in other industries.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/these-airlines-lose-the-most-holiday-luggage/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Dec 2024 12:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/these-airlines-lose-the-most-holiday-luggage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hotel projects to watch in 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville has plenty of bourbon, horses and baseball bats, but Derby City still needs more hotel rooms. Check out what's on the way.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/hotel-projects-to-watch-in-2025/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Dec 2024 19:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/hotel-projects-to-watch-in-2025/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grady Goods is relocating]]></title><description><![CDATA[The owner of the gallery and gift shop said the new location has a more functional layout for his business.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/grady-goods-is-relocating/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Dec 2024 18:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/grady-goods-is-relocating/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Container Store files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy]]></title><description><![CDATA[The North Texas-based retailer has filed for bankruptcy protection but said it plans to move swiftly through the restructuring process, with tens of millions in new financing already lined up.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-container-store-files-for-chapter-11-bankruptcy/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Dec 2024 16:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-container-store-files-for-chapter-11-bankruptcy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VIEWPOINT: ‘Tis always the season for financial literacy]]></title><description><![CDATA[The end of the year and the holiday shopping season is another reminder of the importance of personal financial management.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/viewpoint-tis-always-the-season-for-financial-literacy/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Dec 2024 13:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/viewpoint-tis-always-the-season-for-financial-literacy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[$90M project with 200 housing units to begin construction (RENDERINGS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[The mixed-use development includes adaptive reuse of a historic building and new construction in New Albany.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/90m-project-with-200-housing-units-to-begin-construction-renderings/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Dec 2024 13:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/90m-project-with-200-housing-units-to-begin-construction-renderings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2024 is nearly done —a look back in photos]]></title><description><![CDATA[Business First Photographer Chris Fryer gives us a behind the scenes look at how he got one of his favorite photos.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/2024-is-nearly-done-a-look-back-in-photos/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/2024-is-nearly-done-a-look-back-in-photos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Pernod Ricard's NADL office could 'establish a cornerstone' in Louisville]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the biggest stories to keep an eye on in the bourbon industry is not necessarily one brand &mdash; but a collection of brands that will be run out of a newly established entity out of Louisville.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/how-pernod-ricards-nadl-office-could-establish-a-cornerstone-in-louisville/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Dec 2024 20:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/how-pernod-ricards-nadl-office-could-establish-a-cornerstone-in-louisville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trouble Bar closing to make way for new concept]]></title><description><![CDATA[The bar will close on Jan. 1 and reopen later in the year with a new concept.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/trouble-bar-closing-to-make-way-for-new-concept/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Dec 2024 19:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/trouble-bar-closing-to-make-way-for-new-concept/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 East End projects to watch in 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville's East End can expect to see more apartments and more grocery stores in 2025.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/5-east-end-projects-to-watch-in-2025/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Dec 2024 19:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/5-east-end-projects-to-watch-in-2025/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shopping venue and marketplace set to open by Derby 2025 (RENDERINGS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[The shopping venue has a mezzanine-style layout with a second floor overlooking the main warehouse space.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/shopping-venue-and-marketplace-set-to-open-by-derby-2025-renderings/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/shopping-venue-and-marketplace-set-to-open-by-derby-2025-renderings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Access Louisville Podcast: Behind the VOA's $58M Community Care Campus project]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tamera Reif, senior director of Housing Services at Volunteers of America Mid-States, is on this week's Access Louisville podcast to talk about a number of ongoing projects with the organization.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/access-louisville-podcast-behind-the-voas-58m-community-care-campus-project/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/access-louisville-podcast-behind-the-voas-58m-community-care-campus-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Humana names new chief information officer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Humana has named a new C-suite executive who previously worked at Citi, JP Morgan and Verizon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/humana-names-new-chief-information-officer/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/humana-names-new-chief-information-officer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[National retailer closing 4 Louisville-area locations]]></title><description><![CDATA[There are three locations in Louisville and one in Clarksville, Indiana.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/national-retailer-closing-4-louisville-area-locations/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/national-retailer-closing-4-louisville-area-locations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ANNOUNCING: KY Inno's Startups to Watch in 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[Find out who made this year's list, as we look to 2025.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/announcing-ky-innos-startups-to-watch-in-2025/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Dec 2024 17:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/announcing-ky-innos-startups-to-watch-in-2025/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UofL volleyball headed to national championship]]></title><description><![CDATA[The tournament run is bringing volleyball prestige and an economic windfall to Downtown Louisville.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uofl-volleyball-headed-to-national-championship/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Dec 2024 16:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uofl-volleyball-headed-to-national-championship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big Lots deal falls apart, 'going out of business' sales planned at all locations]]></title><description><![CDATA[The retailer has five locations in Greater Louisville.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/big-lots-deal-falls-apart-going-out-of-business-sales-planned-at-all-locations/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Dec 2024 16:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/big-lots-deal-falls-apart-going-out-of-business-sales-planned-at-all-locations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Walnut Street Park now under construction in Russell (RENDERINGS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[The park is a component of a collaborative revitalization effort to transform Russell.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-walnut-street-park-now-under-construction-in-russell-renderings/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Dec 2024 12:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-walnut-street-park-now-under-construction-in-russell-renderings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VIEWPOINT: 3 tips to help keep your finances on track in 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA["Regardless of how you&rsquo;ve done with saving, spending and investing in 2024, the new year presents an opportunity to make adjustments that can help you get on &mdash; or stay on &mdash; track."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/viewpoint-3-tips-to-help-keep-your-finances-on-track-in-2025/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Dec 2024 12:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/viewpoint-3-tips-to-help-keep-your-finances-on-track-in-2025/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kentucky GOP announces Adam Feldman as interim leader]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Louisville native is leading the Kentucky GOP &mdash; at least for a while.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-gop-announces-adam-feldman-as-interim-leader/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Dec 2024 12:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-gop-announces-adam-feldman-as-interim-leader/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Archdiocese teams with distiller on bourbon release]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Archdiocese of Louisville has teamed up with a Nelson County-based distillery on a new bourbon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/archdiocese-teams-with-distiller-on-bourbon-release/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Dec 2024 12:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/archdiocese-teams-with-distiller-on-bourbon-release/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Executive Insights: The future of health care]]></title><description><![CDATA[MODERATOR: Before we talk about the future, let&rsquo;s talk a little bit about the now. Our panel today represents a variety of perspectives, from education to nonprofit to health systems. Could you each share a little about your biggest day-to-day challenge as it relates to your work in health care? What are the things that are keeping you up at night?<br />
BRETT BACHMANN: Reimbursement is currently my primary concern, particularly as we approach 2025. Like many others, we are grappling with rising]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/executive-insights-the-future-of-health-care/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Dec 2024 06:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/executive-insights-the-future-of-health-care/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Goodwood Brewing Co. to open new location on Whiskey Row]]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;We really want it to be a spot of Nashville in Downtown Louisville."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/goodwood-brewing-co-to-open-new-location-on-whiskey-row/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Dec 2024 19:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/goodwood-brewing-co-to-open-new-location-on-whiskey-row/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Worker dies in accident at Heaven Hill facility]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nelson County sheriff told WLKY the worker reportedly fell at a rickhouse.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/worker-dies-in-accident-at-heaven-hill-facility/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Dec 2024 19:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/worker-dies-in-accident-at-heaven-hill-facility/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How a Louisville startup hopes to improve recovery rate of substance abuse patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Growing up in Alaska, Laken Amberg never imagined she would live and run a startup out of Louisville.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/how-a-louisville-startup-hopes-to-improve-recovery-rate-of-substance-abuse-patients/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Dec 2024 18:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/how-a-louisville-startup-hopes-to-improve-recovery-rate-of-substance-abuse-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Portland Christian School sold]]></title><description><![CDATA[An organization managed by Louisville developer Gill Holland sold the building.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/former-portland-christian-school-sold/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Dec 2024 17:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/former-portland-christian-school-sold/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PNC CEO expects much better M&amp;A and regulatory climate, here's where he stands on deals]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's a good time for banks, Bill Demchak, PNC chairman and CEO, said, but he's cautious about a number of matters despite excitement across the sector.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/pnc-ceo-expects-much-better-mampa-and-regulatory-climate-heres-where-he-stands-on-deals/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Dec 2024 13:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/pnc-ceo-expects-much-better-mampa-and-regulatory-climate-heres-where-he-stands-on-deals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Large nonprofit bolsters leadership team]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of Kentucky&rsquo;s largest social service agencies makes two key hires.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/large-nonprofit-bolsters-leadership-team/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Dec 2024 13:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/large-nonprofit-bolsters-leadership-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Local housing market favors sellers, and other local housing market trends]]></title><description><![CDATA[We're taking the temperature of the local and state housing market. Here's what you need to know.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/local-housing-market-favors-sellers-and-other-local-housing-market-trends/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Dec 2024 12:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/local-housing-market-favors-sellers-and-other-local-housing-market-trends/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Car Keys Express makes Inc. Best in Business list]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Louisville company in the automotive business is getting national recognition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/car-keys-express-makes-inc-best-in-business-list/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Dec 2024 12:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/car-keys-express-makes-inc-best-in-business-list/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Downtown Louisville prepares for NCAA championship with Cards in running]]></title><description><![CDATA[Four No. 1 seeds remain &mdash; including the UofL looking for its first national title.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/downtown-louisville-prepares-for-ncaa-championship-with-cards-in-running/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Dec 2024 20:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/downtown-louisville-prepares-for-ncaa-championship-with-cards-in-running/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[These are our most read stories of the year]]></title><description><![CDATA[The top story is far out, man.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/these-are-our-most-read-stories-of-the-year/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Dec 2024 20:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/these-are-our-most-read-stories-of-the-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville Metro Housing Authority relocating Downtown]]></title><description><![CDATA[This Louisville agency is moving its headquarters closer to the heart of Downtown. Find out where.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-metro-housing-authority-relocating-downtown/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Dec 2024 23:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-metro-housing-authority-relocating-downtown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[College gets half million contribution in decade-long partnership with local credit union]]></title><description><![CDATA[A local bank and a local university are partnering for the next 10 years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/college-gets-half-million-contribution-in-decade-long-partnership-with-local-credit-union/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Dec 2024 20:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/college-gets-half-million-contribution-in-decade-long-partnership-with-local-credit-union/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OPINION: Visitors and residents love Louisville’s authenticity. Why don’t local leaders?]]></title><description><![CDATA[It&rsquo;s always interesting when locals, especially leaders, post their vacation photos on social media. They feature historic sites from distant destinations. But when local historic sites are threatened with demo, the same leaders are just fine with bulldozing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/opinion-visitors-and-residents-love-louisvilles-authenticity-why-dont-local-leaders/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Dec 2024 20:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/opinion-visitors-and-residents-love-louisvilles-authenticity-why-dont-local-leaders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The most-booked restaurants in Louisville]]></title><description><![CDATA[Several local eateries made the OpenTable top 10 for bookings.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-most-booked-restaurants-in-louisville/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Dec 2024 20:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-most-booked-restaurants-in-louisville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New details revealed on $250M development near Slugger Field]]></title><description><![CDATA[This week's filings, which include development plans near Slugger Field, give more details, such as building heights and square footage.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-details-revealed-on-250m-development-near-slugger-field/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Dec 2024 19:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-details-revealed-on-250m-development-near-slugger-field/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. X names new principal]]></title><description><![CDATA[In his role as assistant principal, McCue has overseen the growth of the school's course offerings, including the implementation of several new AP courses.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/st-x-names-new-principal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Dec 2024 13:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/st-x-names-new-principal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Union calls on Kroger board to fire CEO Rodney McMullen]]></title><description><![CDATA[The union that covers Kroger's in-store workers is calling on the company's board to fire CEO Rodney McMullen following the failed merger with Albertsons.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/union-calls-on-kroger-board-to-fire-ceo-rodney-mcmullen/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Dec 2024 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/union-calls-on-kroger-board-to-fire-ceo-rodney-mcmullen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Midland Industrial Center in Shelbyville gets new tenant]]></title><description><![CDATA[The building has more than 80,000 square feet of space remaining to be leased]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/midland-industrial-center-in-shelbyville-gets-new-tenant/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Dec 2024 12:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/midland-industrial-center-in-shelbyville-gets-new-tenant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[American single malt becomes new U.S. whiskey category]]></title><description><![CDATA[The news that many people in the beverage alcohol industry had been waiting on for years came on Friday the 13th, off all days, late in the afternoon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/american-single-malt-becomes-new-us-whiskey-category/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Dec 2024 12:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/american-single-malt-becomes-new-us-whiskey-category/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Six local companies win lottery for Greater Louisville cannabis dispensaries]]></title><description><![CDATA[12 applicants have licenses to sell medical marijuana in Jefferson, Fayette and surrounding counties.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/six-local-companies-win-lottery-for-greater-louisville-cannabis-dispensaries/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Dec 2024 12:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/six-local-companies-win-lottery-for-greater-louisville-cannabis-dispensaries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UofL hires new CFO]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new CFO is currently serving as an independent consultant for health care and higher education institutions with his own firm in Houston, Texas.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uofl-hires-new-cfo/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Dec 2024 12:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uofl-hires-new-cfo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[KDA: 'Unrelated trade wars' could severely harm the bourbon industry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Triple threats are good in sports, like basketball. In bourbon, not so much.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kda-unrelated-trade-wars-could-severely-harm-the-bourbon-industry/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Dec 2024 12:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kda-unrelated-trade-wars-could-severely-harm-the-bourbon-industry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 local organizations land $100K grants]]></title><description><![CDATA[Impact100 Louisville announced the grant winners at its annual awards event. The event also highlighted the $2,058,000 that the Louisville chapter has donated to the local nonprofit community in just five years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/5-local-organizations-land-100k-grants/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Dec 2024 12:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/5-local-organizations-land-100k-grants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[These are the most expensive homes sold in Jefferson County (Nov. 8-14, 2024)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our weekly roundup of the most expensive homes sold in the area is in the attached gallery. This time we're looking at mid-November.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/these-are-the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-nov-8-14-2024/</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Dec 2024 14:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/these-are-the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-nov-8-14-2024/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Southwest adds short hop flight out of SDF]]></title><description><![CDATA[The flight increases SDF's reach to 76 domestic destinations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/southwest-adds-short-hop-flight-out-of-sdf/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Dec 2024 20:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/southwest-adds-short-hop-flight-out-of-sdf/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Construction on $5M mixed-use development underway (RENDERINGS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[A local real estate and development firm is investing approximately $5 million in Galena Commons, a multi-tenant commercial building with multi-family apartments in Southern Indiana.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/construction-on-5m-mixed-use-development-underway-renderings/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Dec 2024 19:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/construction-on-5m-mixed-use-development-underway-renderings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prospect Point Shopping Center to add anchor grocery store, possibly Publix]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new store would add another East End location to Publix&rsquo;s planned Louisville portfolio.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/prospect-point-shopping-center-to-add-anchor-grocery-store-possibly-publix/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Dec 2024 19:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/prospect-point-shopping-center-to-add-anchor-grocery-store-possibly-publix/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Small Plates: Wendy's closing 5 Louisville restaurants]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dublin, Ohio-based Wendy's Company (WEN) announced in November that it planned to close 140 restaurants.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/small-plates-wendys-closing-5-louisville-restaurants/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Dec 2024 18:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/small-plates-wendys-closing-5-louisville-restaurants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Site Selectors says Louisville needs unified image]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville needs to develop a unified brand that promotes its strengths in areas like health care, education, manufacturing, and the food and drink industry outside of bourbon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/site-selectors-says-louisville-needs-unified-image/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Dec 2024 18:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/site-selectors-says-louisville-needs-unified-image/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lilly Endowment gives millions to Metro United Way]]></title><description><![CDATA[The four-year grant from Lilly Endowment to Metro United Way totals nearly $4 million.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/lilly-endowment-gives-millions-to-metro-united-way/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Dec 2024 12:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/lilly-endowment-gives-millions-to-metro-united-way/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The $20 Art Show moves to the Kentucky Science Center]]></title><description><![CDATA[In addition to the venue change, the show is allowing artists to sell pieces that are more than $20 this year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-20-art-show-moves-to-the-kentucky-science-center/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Dec 2024 12:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-20-art-show-moves-to-the-kentucky-science-center/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New details emerge on Dan-O's Seasoning HQ]]></title><description><![CDATA[The headquarters have both office space and a test kitchen.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-details-emerge-on-dan-os-seasoning-hq/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Dec 2024 12:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-details-emerge-on-dan-os-seasoning-hq/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPECIAL REPORT: How America sees Louisville]]></title><description><![CDATA[A recent survey of top-level management executives in 40+ American cities reveals that many see Louisville as beautiful and centrally located, but not without its struggles.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/special-report-how-america-sees-louisville/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Dec 2024 12:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/special-report-how-america-sees-louisville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Panel discusses LBF survey of national business leaders]]></title><description><![CDATA["All of that stuff that you want to do every day &ndash; and you expect from a vibrant city &ndash; we&rsquo;ve got it. It&rsquo;s just a matter of continuing to show that off."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/panel-discusses-lbf-survey-of-national-business-leaders/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Dec 2024 12:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/panel-discusses-lbf-survey-of-national-business-leaders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anthem Health building for sale]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 252,977-square-foot facility is Louisville&rsquo;s 11th-largest office building.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/anthem-health-building-for-sale/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Dec 2024 20:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/anthem-health-building-for-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ISCO Industries to build $13M local facility]]></title><description><![CDATA[The expansion at ISCO Industries is expected to create 50 local jobs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/isco-industries-to-build-13m-local-facility/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Dec 2024 20:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/isco-industries-to-build-13m-local-facility/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Whirling Tiger adds new coffee shop to music venue]]></title><description><![CDATA[The bar and music venue started now acts as a coffee shop during the day.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/whirling-tiger-adds-new-coffee-shop-to-music-venue/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Dec 2024 20:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/whirling-tiger-adds-new-coffee-shop-to-music-venue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New-to-market developer breaks ground on $20M Outer Loop senior living community]]></title><description><![CDATA[Construction is likely to be complete in the next year on a mixed-income housing development in Outer Loop for seniors.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-to-market-developer-breaks-ground-on-20m-outer-loop-senior-living-community/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Dec 2024 20:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-to-market-developer-breaks-ground-on-20m-outer-loop-senior-living-community/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Toyota plans $922M investment in Kentucky]]></title><description><![CDATA[The investment comes less than a year after this company announced a $1.3 billion investment in Kentucky.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/toyota-plans-922m-investment-in-kentucky/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Dec 2024 17:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/toyota-plans-922m-investment-in-kentucky/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manufacturer announces $5.7M expansion]]></title><description><![CDATA[The company is utilizing a number of state incentives to create 30 new local jobs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/manufacturer-announces-57m-expansion/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Dec 2024 13:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/manufacturer-announces-57m-expansion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kroger CEO responds to Albertsons merger, launches $7.5B share buyback]]></title><description><![CDATA[Just hours after Albertsons terminated the agreement calling for Kroger Co. to buy the company, Kroger also terminated the deal while launching plans to repurchase of billions of dollars in stock.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kroger-ceo-responds-to-albertsons-merger-launches-75b-share-buyback/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Dec 2024 12:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kroger-ceo-responds-to-albertsons-merger-launches-75b-share-buyback/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kentucky startup looks to make waves in construction safety space]]></title><description><![CDATA[An Elizabethtown, Kentucky-based startup has big plans in 2025. Stephen Schmidt recently spoke with the CEO/co-founder of SafetyVue.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-startup-looks-to-make-waves-in-construction-safety-space/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Dec 2024 12:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-startup-looks-to-make-waves-in-construction-safety-space/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zoning and land use focal point of Metropolitan Housing Coalition's annual report]]></title><description><![CDATA[An annual housing report card focused its analysis on zoning and land use and recommended several changes to the city's Land Use Development code.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/zoning-and-land-use-focal-point-of-metropolitan-housing-coalitions-annual-report/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Dec 2024 12:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/zoning-and-land-use-focal-point-of-metropolitan-housing-coalitions-annual-report/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[See inside Park National Bank's relocated, renovated office (PHOTOS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[A community bank with a focus on business-forward clientele more than doubled its physical footprint in the market. See inside its new local office.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/see-inside-park-national-banks-relocated-renovated-office-photos/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Dec 2024 12:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/see-inside-park-national-banks-relocated-renovated-office-photos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Contract distillery offers access to $150M lending facility]]></title><description><![CDATA[The arrangement gives borrowers ranging from early-stage pre-cash flow to mature nationally distributed brands access to millions of dollars.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/contract-distillery-offers-access-to-150m-lending-facility/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Dec 2024 20:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/contract-distillery-offers-access-to-150m-lending-facility/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville-based agent offers insight into ever-changing NIL scene]]></title><description><![CDATA[We take a deep dive into the world of an NIL agent in Louisville.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-based-agent-offers-insight-into-ever-changing-nil-scene/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Dec 2024 20:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-based-agent-offers-insight-into-ever-changing-nil-scene/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Greenberg announces Downtown Louisville Building Conversion Program]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new program could help developers turn vacant Downtown buildings into residential housing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/greenberg-announces-downtown-louisville-building-conversion-program/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Dec 2024 19:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/greenberg-announces-downtown-louisville-building-conversion-program/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Michelin-starred chefs from Chicago open Byrdie's in Louisville]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new NuLu restaurant opens Dec. 12.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/michelin-starred-chefs-from-chicago-open-byrdies-in-louisville/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Dec 2024 18:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/michelin-starred-chefs-from-chicago-open-byrdies-in-louisville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chick-fil-A announces $100M investment in Kentucky]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chick-fil-A will build its first distribution center in Kentucky.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/chick-fil-a-announces-100m-investment-in-kentucky/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Dec 2024 12:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/chick-fil-a-announces-100m-investment-in-kentucky/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bardstown Bourbon Co., Brindiamo announce partnership]]></title><description><![CDATA[Roughly one-third of the cost of a new fill barrel is tied up in the wood used to make the barrel. A new financing program allows brands to simplify that significant upfront expense.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bardstown-bourbon-co-brindiamo-announce-partnership/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Dec 2024 12:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bardstown-bourbon-co-brindiamo-announce-partnership/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Design lead chosen for LOUMED Commons project (RENDERINGS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[The first phase of the $1.4 million project began earlier this year and includes the demolition of the former community correctional center.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/design-lead-chosen-for-loumed-commons-project-renderings/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Dec 2024 12:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/design-lead-chosen-for-loumed-commons-project-renderings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[American City Business Journals co-founder William Worley dies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, the company he co-founded publishes 44 business publications nationwide, including Louisville Business First.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/american-city-business-journals-co-founder-william-worley-dies/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Dec 2024 12:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/american-city-business-journals-co-founder-william-worley-dies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AssuredPartners sells for more than $13 billion]]></title><description><![CDATA[AssuredPartners has been sold in one of the insurance brokerage industry's largest-ever deals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/assuredpartners-sells-for-more-than-13-billion/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Dec 2024 12:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/assuredpartners-sells-for-more-than-13-billion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UofL Athletics board votes to give AD Josh Heird contract extension]]></title><description><![CDATA[Josh Heird is one of the highest paid UofL employees and made a base salary of $850,000 in 2024.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uofl-athletics-board-votes-to-give-ad-josh-heird-contract-extension/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Dec 2024 22:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uofl-athletics-board-votes-to-give-ad-josh-heird-contract-extension/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville-area business leaders tell us about their first jobs]]></title><description><![CDATA[From paper routes, retail, babysitting and much more, our Most Admired CEO honorees learned the value of hard work early.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-area-business-leaders-tell-us-about-their-first-jobs/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Dec 2024 12:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-area-business-leaders-tell-us-about-their-first-jobs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will the proposed Louisville Sports Entertainment District spark more development? (Access Louisville Podcast)]]></title><description><![CDATA[We discuss a proposed $250 million development in Downtown Louisville on this week's Access Louisville podcast.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/will-the-proposed-louisville-sports-entertainment-district-spark-more-development-access-louisville-podcast/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Dec 2024 12:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/will-the-proposed-louisville-sports-entertainment-district-spark-more-development-access-louisville-podcast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Report: Downtown tower vacancies by building]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new report shows there is more than 1.5 million square feet of rentable office space available.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/report-downtown-tower-vacancies-by-building/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Dec 2024 12:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/report-downtown-tower-vacancies-by-building/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The most expensive homes sold in Jefferson County (Oct. 30-Nov. 1, 2024)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Economists and real estate insiders anticipate one industry factor to remain the same next year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-oct-30-nov-1-2024/</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Dec 2024 16:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-oct-30-nov-1-2024/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Total of $45M to be distributed to these Southern Indiana projects]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than 20 projects are the recipients of funding in Southern Indiana. Here's a list.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/total-of-45m-to-be-distributed-to-these-southern-indiana-projects/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Dec 2024 20:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/total-of-45m-to-be-distributed-to-these-southern-indiana-projects/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BlueOval SK set to raise wages]]></title><description><![CDATA[The wage increases come not long after the United Auto Workers (UAW) announced that it planned to organize at the company's Kentucky plant.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/blueoval-sk-set-to-raise-wages/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Dec 2024 20:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/blueoval-sk-set-to-raise-wages/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wetzel's Pretzels executive details Kentucky expansion plans]]></title><description><![CDATA[The snack food chain has more than 400 locations and is looking to expand into Greater Louisville.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/wetzels-pretzels-executive-details-kentucky-expansion-plans/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Dec 2024 20:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/wetzels-pretzels-executive-details-kentucky-expansion-plans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kroger-Albertsons: Antitrust lawyer has firm view on likely court outcome for acquisition]]></title><description><![CDATA[A veteran antitrust lawyer says it&rsquo;s clear what the eagerly anticipated outcome will be.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kroger-albertsons-antitrust-lawyer-has-firm-view-on-likely-court-outcome-for-acquisition/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Dec 2024 19:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kroger-albertsons-antitrust-lawyer-has-firm-view-on-likely-court-outcome-for-acquisition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bourbon Capital Guild announces membership lottery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Only 25 new member spots will be selected by Bourbon Capital Guild.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bourbon-capital-guild-announces-membership-lottery/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Dec 2024 18:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bourbon-capital-guild-announces-membership-lottery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chi-Chi's revival planned by Hormel, son of restaurant chain's founder]]></title><description><![CDATA[The restaurant chain, once headquartered in Louisville, may soon see a return.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/chi-chis-revival-planned-by-hormel-son-of-restaurant-chains-founder/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Dec 2024 12:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/chi-chis-revival-planned-by-hormel-son-of-restaurant-chains-founder/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 big apartment projects to watch (MAP)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Developers are seeking to meet apartment demand with an influx of new units and there are many apartment projects popping up around the metro area.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/5-big-apartment-projects-to-watch-map/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Dec 2024 12:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/5-big-apartment-projects-to-watch-map/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grocery giant opening Middletown location]]></title><description><![CDATA[The German grocery giant will open its seventh Louisville-area store at the site of the former East Government Center.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/grocery-giant-opening-middletown-location/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Dec 2024 12:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/grocery-giant-opening-middletown-location/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Confluent Health CEO talks fusing quality with scale]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kristi Henderson, CEO of Louisville-based Confluent Health, has spent her career striking the right balance in health care.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/confluent-health-ceo-talks-fusing-quality-with-scale/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Dec 2024 12:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/confluent-health-ceo-talks-fusing-quality-with-scale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Hub to reopen soon in Bardstown Road space]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new venue retains take inspiration from "industrial-chic" and "warehouse-style" nightclubs of Berlin and Brooklyn, according to a news release.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-hub-to-reopen-soon-in-bardstown-road-space/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Dec 2024 20:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-hub-to-reopen-soon-in-bardstown-road-space/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weyland Ventures and Common Bond open two Frankfort hotels]]></title><description><![CDATA[The group is targeting bourbon country.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/weyland-ventures-and-common-bond-open-two-frankfort-hotels/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Dec 2024 20:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/weyland-ventures-and-common-bond-open-two-frankfort-hotels/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brown-Forman stock soars after earnings beat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brown-Forman's stock was the best performing company in the S&amp;P 500 Thursday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/brown-forman-stock-soars-after-earnings-beat/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Dec 2024 20:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/brown-forman-stock-soars-after-earnings-beat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NuLu spot named among nation's best new restaurants]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reviewers frequently praised the restaurant&rsquo;s menu of Middle Eastern dips and small plates.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/nulu-spot-named-among-nations-best-new-restaurants/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Dec 2024 18:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/nulu-spot-named-among-nations-best-new-restaurants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City denies landmark designation petition for Urban Government Center]]></title><description><![CDATA[A petition to designate Louisville's Urban Government Center a landmark was rejected by the city's planning office. Here's why.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/city-denies-landmark-designation-petition-for-urban-government-center/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Dec 2024 13:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/city-denies-landmark-designation-petition-for-urban-government-center/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bourbon brand bringing Bluegrass to Big Apple]]></title><description><![CDATA[The brand says it wants to bring the magic of its Kentucky distillery to guests in America's largest city.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bourbon-brand-bringing-bluegrass-to-big-apple/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Dec 2024 13:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bourbon-brand-bringing-bluegrass-to-big-apple/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK lands big donation from prominent Kentucky business owner]]></title><description><![CDATA[The donor to UK recently opened the state's largest film soundstage.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uk-lands-big-donation-from-prominent-kentucky-business-owner/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Dec 2024 12:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uk-lands-big-donation-from-prominent-kentucky-business-owner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Craft House Pizza executives form new company]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two longtime Louisville execs have formed a company that is expected to open up to 10 restaurants.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/craft-house-pizza-executives-form-new-company/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Dec 2024 12:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/craft-house-pizza-executives-form-new-company/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Simmons College appoints CFO]]></title><description><![CDATA[The executive comes with decades of experience in public and private higher education.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/simmons-college-appoints-cfo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Dec 2024 20:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/simmons-college-appoints-cfo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harding, Shymanski &amp; Co. names next CEO, lays out transition plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the area's largest accounting firms is set to begin a leadership transition in the new year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/harding-shymanski-amp-co-names-next-ceo-lays-out-transition-plan/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Dec 2024 20:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/harding-shymanski-amp-co-names-next-ceo-lays-out-transition-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EXCLUSIVE: New-to-market BBQ joint coming to NuLu]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 3,100-square-foot restaurant will serve a menu featuring hot dogs and barbecue.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/exclusive-new-to-market-bbq-joint-coming-to-nulu/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Dec 2024 20:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/exclusive-new-to-market-bbq-joint-coming-to-nulu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gilman Partners expands to Louisville]]></title><description><![CDATA[This firm recently worked with Koetter Construction, Arrow Electric and other organizations in Louisville.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/gilman-partners-expands-to-louisville/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Dec 2024 20:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/gilman-partners-expands-to-louisville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aging care provider names CEO]]></title><description><![CDATA[The organization is among the largest aging care providers in the area.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/aging-care-provider-names-ceo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Dec 2024 20:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/aging-care-provider-names-ceo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DPL Financial Partners gets $23M in PE deal from insurers]]></title><description><![CDATA[The closure of the funding round represents the first investment in the company by insurers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/dpl-financial-partners-gets-23m-in-pe-deal-from-insurers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Dec 2024 19:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/dpl-financial-partners-gets-23m-in-pe-deal-from-insurers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Humana CFO Susan Diamond stepping down, replacement named]]></title><description><![CDATA[Susan Diamond is stepping down from her role as chief financial officer at Humana Inc.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/humana-cfo-susan-diamond-stepping-down-replacement-named/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Dec 2024 16:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/humana-cfo-susan-diamond-stepping-down-replacement-named/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Farm-to-table restaurant opens in East End gun range]]></title><description><![CDATA[The nearly 3,300-square-foot restaurant is located in the Next Level Ranges development.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/farm-to-table-restaurant-opens-in-east-end-gun-range/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Dec 2024 13:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/farm-to-table-restaurant-opens-in-east-end-gun-range/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kentucky founder sells thermal tech inspection business]]></title><description><![CDATA[A former finalist for the KY Inno on Fire awards has had an exit for one part of his business.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-founder-sells-thermal-tech-inspection-business/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Dec 2024 12:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-founder-sells-thermal-tech-inspection-business/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VIEWPOINT: Congress must act now to reform runaway PBM practices]]></title><description><![CDATA["As a pharmacist and a business leader, I know we can have a prescription drug system that works for everyone."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/viewpoint-congress-must-act-now-to-reform-runaway-pbm-practices/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Dec 2024 12:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/viewpoint-congress-must-act-now-to-reform-runaway-pbm-practices/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Foundation donates $2M to local nonprofits]]></title><description><![CDATA[The donations went to nonprofits working to make a difference in health, education, work readiness and housing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/foundation-donates-2m-to-local-nonprofits/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Dec 2024 12:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/foundation-donates-2m-to-local-nonprofits/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kentucky Owl, parent company file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy]]></title><description><![CDATA[First, there was a revival. Then, big plans. Now &mdash; a bankruptcy filing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-owl-parent-company-file-for-chapter-11-bankruptcy/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Dec 2024 20:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-owl-parent-company-file-for-chapter-11-bankruptcy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville startup partners with UK-based accelerator collective]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of Louisville&rsquo;s most well-known startups has teamed up with one of Lexington&rsquo;s most well-known accelerator platforms.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-startup-partners-with-uk-based-accelerator-collective/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Dec 2024 12:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-startup-partners-with-uk-based-accelerator-collective/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 NuLu and Downtown projects set to be complete in 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new year will bring with it several new apartments, hotels and attractions to Louisville&rsquo;s urban core.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/5-nulu-and-downtown-projects-set-to-be-complete-in-2025/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Dec 2024 12:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/5-nulu-and-downtown-projects-set-to-be-complete-in-2025/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nominations ending soon for LBF's Health Care Heroes Awards]]></title><description><![CDATA[The deadline for several of our awards programs is fast approaching.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/nominations-ending-soon-for-lbfs-health-care-heroes-awards/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Dec 2024 12:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/nominations-ending-soon-for-lbfs-health-care-heroes-awards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rainbow Blossom CEO talks overcoming market difficulties (Access Louisville Podcast)]]></title><description><![CDATA[After some struggles years ago, Louisville-based grocer Rainbow Blossom has a great last few years. CEO Summer Auerbach is on the Access Louisville podcast to talk about how the ship was righted.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/rainbow-blossom-ceo-talks-overcoming-market-difficulties-access-louisville-podcast/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Dec 2024 12:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/rainbow-blossom-ceo-talks-overcoming-market-difficulties-access-louisville-podcast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The most expensive homes sold in Jefferson County (Oct. 28-Nov. 6, 2024)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our latest roundup of Jefferson County's most expensive homes sold is in the attached gallery. This time we're looking at late October and early November.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-oct-28-nov-6-2024/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Dec 2024 16:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-oct-28-nov-6-2024/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peerless Distilling is ‘right where we need to be right now’ (GALLERY)]]></title><description><![CDATA[This is a story about close-but-not-yet retirements, family &mdash; and bourbon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/peerless-distilling-is-right-where-we-need-to-be-right-now-gallery/</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Nov 2024 18:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/peerless-distilling-is-right-where-we-need-to-be-right-now-gallery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Announcing: LBF's 20 People to Know in Accounting]]></title><description><![CDATA[We're getting to know some of the Louisville area's accounting professionals with our upcoming 20 People to Know in Accounting feature. Many work in CPA firms while others on the list work directly for companies and organizations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/announcing-lbfs-20-people-to-know-in-accounting/</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Nov 2024 12:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/announcing-lbfs-20-people-to-know-in-accounting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kentucky ABC auctioning rare, confiscated bourbon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nothing tastes sweeter than a fine pour of confiscated Kentucky bourbon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-abc-auctioning-rare-confiscated-bourbon/</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Nov 2024 20:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-abc-auctioning-rare-confiscated-bourbon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New brunch restaurant set to open]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new brunch and lunch restaurant is scheduled to open on Wednesday, Dec. 4.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-brunch-restaurant-set-to-open/</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Nov 2024 19:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-brunch-restaurant-set-to-open/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. X plans $6M football center (RENDERINGS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new facility will be named in honor of 1982 alumnus and former NFL All-Pro.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/st-x-plans-6m-football-center-renderings/</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Nov 2024 19:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/st-x-plans-6m-football-center-renderings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Extra hospitality inventory created due to high demand at Hurstbourne PGA event]]></title><description><![CDATA[It may be getting cold now, but interest in Louisville&rsquo;s newest PGA event is heating up.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/extra-hospitality-inventory-created-due-to-high-demand-at-hurstbourne-pga-event/</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Nov 2024 19:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/extra-hospitality-inventory-created-due-to-high-demand-at-hurstbourne-pga-event/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ade Food offers African cuisine in Southern Indiana]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new restaurant offers dishes from Nigeria and other parts of West Africa.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ade-food-offers-african-cuisine-in-southern-indiana/</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Nov 2024 13:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ade-food-offers-african-cuisine-in-southern-indiana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carrier Process Equipment Group expands with acquisition of New York manufacturer]]></title><description><![CDATA[The employee-owned Louisville company looked to New York for its latest acquisition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/carrier-process-equipment-group-expands-with-acquisition-of-new-york-manufacturer/</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Nov 2024 13:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/carrier-process-equipment-group-expands-with-acquisition-of-new-york-manufacturer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tee24 golf simulator plans Middletown location]]></title><description><![CDATA[The founders of this business see it as a huge opportunity to engage with golfers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/tee24-golf-simulator-plans-middletown-location/</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Nov 2024 12:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/tee24-golf-simulator-plans-middletown-location/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Landmark status sought for Urban Government Center again]]></title><description><![CDATA[The landmark designation paperwork filed this week is the second arm of a years-long, now two-pronged approach to preserve the site and potentially put it back up for bid.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/landmark-status-sought-for-urban-government-center-again/</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Nov 2024 12:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/landmark-status-sought-for-urban-government-center-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Racing Louisville FC parts ways with GM Ryan Dell]]></title><description><![CDATA[The club says it plans to move quickly to hire a replacement.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/racing-louisville-fc-parts-ways-with-gm-ryan-dell/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Nov 2024 20:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/racing-louisville-fc-parts-ways-with-gm-ryan-dell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IU Southeast announces new programs, degree pathways to meet workforce demand]]></title><description><![CDATA[The university says it is bolstering its partnerships to meet workforce demands.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/iu-southeast-announces-new-programs-degree-pathways-to-meet-workforce-demand/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Nov 2024 20:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/iu-southeast-announces-new-programs-degree-pathways-to-meet-workforce-demand/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hip Hop Sweet Shop to reopen in new location after fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[The dessert shop is moving into one of row houses renovated by OneWest, an economic development nonprofit focused on West Louisville.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/hip-hop-sweet-shop-to-reopen-in-new-location-after-fire/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Nov 2024 20:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/hip-hop-sweet-shop-to-reopen-in-new-location-after-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Old National CEO speaks on $1.4B Bremer Bank acquisition]]></title><description><![CDATA[The CEO of one of Louisville's largest banks breaks down the $1.4 billion deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/old-national-ceo-speaks-on-14b-bremer-bank-acquisition/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Nov 2024 19:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/old-national-ceo-speaks-on-14b-bremer-bank-acquisition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Endeavor Midwest members reflect on state of region's entrepreneurial ecosystem]]></title><description><![CDATA[At Endeavor Midwest's 10-year celebration, there was plenty of bourbon being poured &mdash; and plenty of perspectives being given.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/endeavor-midwest-members-reflect-on-state-of-regions-entrepreneurial-ecosystem/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Nov 2024 13:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/endeavor-midwest-members-reflect-on-state-of-regions-entrepreneurial-ecosystem/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Old National to acquire Bremer Bank for $1.4 billion]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of Louisville's biggest banks makes a big buy, creating the one of the largest banks in the Twin Cities.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/old-national-to-acquire-bremer-bank-for-14-billion/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Nov 2024 12:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/old-national-to-acquire-bremer-bank-for-14-billion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brokers detail Shelbyville battery plant deal, what it means for area's future growth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brokers who managed the transaction that ultimately landed Canadian Solar Inc. explain how it happened.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/brokers-detail-shelbyville-battery-plant-deal-what-it-means-for-areas-future-growth/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Nov 2024 12:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/brokers-detail-shelbyville-battery-plant-deal-what-it-means-for-areas-future-growth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[GLI seeks diverse business owners for accelerator program]]></title><description><![CDATA[The accelerator, valued at $15,000 per individual, is offered free to participants through funding from GLI investors, Papa Johns, and Beam Suntory.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/gli-seeks-diverse-business-owners-for-accelerator-program/</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Nov 2024 20:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/gli-seeks-diverse-business-owners-for-accelerator-program/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brown-Forman board chair stepping down]]></title><description><![CDATA[His replacement has already been announced, and the company is once again keeping it in the family.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/brown-forman-board-chair-stepping-down/</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Nov 2024 20:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/brown-forman-board-chair-stepping-down/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LBF celebrates executives and companies working to improve Greater Louisville]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2024 Most Admired CEOs honorees&rsquo; contributions impact the organizations they lead as well as the community in which they serve.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/lbf-celebrates-executives-and-companies-working-to-improve-greater-louisville/</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Nov 2024 19:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/lbf-celebrates-executives-and-companies-working-to-improve-greater-louisville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Builder Backed expands to Louisville after $1.99M raise]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Covington-based startup is expanding its reach to a trio of nearby cities, part of a relationship it struck earlier this year with the area&rsquo;s largest homebuilder.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/builder-backed-expands-to-louisville-after-199m-raise/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Nov 2024 20:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/builder-backed-expands-to-louisville-after-199m-raise/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City offering loans for brownfield cleanup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville Metro Office of Planning hopes to make three loans before March.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/city-offering-loans-for-brownfield-cleanup/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Nov 2024 20:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/city-offering-loans-for-brownfield-cleanup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kentucky Kingdom teases $25M investment, opening Christmas attraction]]></title><description><![CDATA[During the event to unveil the Christmas attraction, park leadership referenced future developments by announcing a $25 million investment to bring new experiences for the 2025 and 2026 seasons.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-kingdom-teases-25m-investment-opening-christmas-attraction/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Nov 2024 19:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-kingdom-teases-25m-investment-opening-christmas-attraction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Feed Louisville launches Zest, a grab-and-go meal line]]></title><description><![CDATA[Feed Louisville received a $100,000 grant from the 2023 Reconstruct Challenge, a contest for organizations trying to find solutions to challenges surrounding health equity.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/feed-louisville-launches-zest-a-grab-and-go-meal-line/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Nov 2024 19:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/feed-louisville-launches-zest-a-grab-and-go-meal-line/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BUSINESS IMPACT AWARDS: Republic Bank's Juneteenth celebration]]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;One of the things that we try to celebrate is &lsquo;party with a purpose,&rsquo; and so we have a collaboration of health organizations as well as education organizations.&rdquo;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/business-impact-awards-republic-banks-juneteenth-celebration/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Nov 2024 19:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/business-impact-awards-republic-banks-juneteenth-celebration/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Caitlin Clark joins Cincinnati’s NWSL expansion bid ownership group]]></title><description><![CDATA[Women's basketball superstar Caitlin Clark has joined Cincinnati's NWSL expansion bid ownership group.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/caitlin-clark-joins-cincinnatis-nwsl-expansion-bid-ownership-group/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Nov 2024 12:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/caitlin-clark-joins-cincinnatis-nwsl-expansion-bid-ownership-group/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ollie's, Burlington continue their Big Lots buying streak]]></title><description><![CDATA[An additional nine shuttered Big Lots locations are in new hands.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ollies-burlington-continue-their-big-lots-buying-streak/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Nov 2024 12:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ollies-burlington-continue-their-big-lots-buying-streak/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BUSINESS IMPACT AWARD: STEWART lends a hand to Portland Museum]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new AHOY Initiative marks a significant push toward revitalization. AHOY is a progressive, exciting new addition to Portland Museum, focused on creating an immersive, experiential children&rsquo;s space.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/business-impact-award-stewart-lends-a-hand-to-portland-museum/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Nov 2024 12:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/business-impact-award-stewart-lends-a-hand-to-portland-museum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville homelessness resource service gets $5M from Bezos fund]]></title><description><![CDATA[A decades-old Louisville group coordinating a community response to homelessness received its largest private gift in its history this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-homelessness-resource-service-gets-5m-from-bezos-fund/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Nov 2024 12:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-homelessness-resource-service-gets-5m-from-bezos-fund/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family &amp; Children's Place names new CEO]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new exec comes from UofL Health.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/family-amp-childrens-place-names-new-ceo/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 20:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/family-amp-childrens-place-names-new-ceo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Holy spirits: Pope Francis, Tom Brady autograph rare whiskey]]></title><description><![CDATA[How to get your hands on a bottle of whiskey signed by the Pope.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/holy-spirits-pope-francis-tom-brady-autograph-rare-whiskey/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 20:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/holy-spirits-pope-francis-tom-brady-autograph-rare-whiskey/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[C&amp;S Machine &amp; Manufacturing begins work on new Oldham County facility]]></title><description><![CDATA[C &amp; S Machine &amp; Manufacturing Corp., a contract manufacturer, has broken ground on a facility in Oldham County, Kentucky.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/camps-machine-amp-manufacturing-begins-work-on-new-oldham-county-facility/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 20:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/camps-machine-amp-manufacturing-begins-work-on-new-oldham-county-facility/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Endeavor Midwest leader reflects on organization's origin story]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the majority of his career, Jackson Andrews has been based in his hometown of Louisville &mdash; but the passports he has filled up tell a different story.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/endeavor-midwest-leader-reflects-on-organizations-origin-story/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 19:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/endeavor-midwest-leader-reflects-on-organizations-origin-story/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Highlands cigar bar opens]]></title><description><![CDATA[The bar's owner claims its humidor mirrors the exact environments of cigar factories.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/highlands-cigar-bar-opens/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 13:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/highlands-cigar-bar-opens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville founder earns top honor from global network]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Louisville-based startup was selected as an Endeavor Entrepreneur at the international level.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-founder-earns-top-honor-from-global-network/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 12:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-founder-earns-top-honor-from-global-network/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oddbird Bakery opens in former Steel City Pops location in the Highlands]]></title><description><![CDATA[Oddbird Bakery is a new food-focused concept from the owners of Quills Coffee.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/oddbird-bakery-opens-in-former-steel-city-pops-location-in-the-highlands/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 12:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/oddbird-bakery-opens-in-former-steel-city-pops-location-in-the-highlands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UAW takes first step to unionize BlueOval SK plant]]></title><description><![CDATA[A press release put out by UAW said that if BlueOval SK Kentucky 1 does unionize, wages could rise significantly.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uaw-takes-first-step-to-unionize-blueoval-sk-plant/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Nov 2024 22:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uaw-takes-first-step-to-unionize-blueoval-sk-plant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado butcher Rugby Scott to open Norton Commons shop]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Denver-based butcher is expanding outside of Colorado for the first time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/colorado-butcher-rugby-scott-to-open-norton-commons-shop/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Nov 2024 20:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/colorado-butcher-rugby-scott-to-open-norton-commons-shop/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Federal board investigating Givaudan plant explosion]]></title><description><![CDATA[The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board has launched a probe into the deadly Givaudan plant explosion.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/federal-board-investigating-givaudan-plant-explosion/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Nov 2024 20:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/federal-board-investigating-givaudan-plant-explosion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Downtown restaurant closing for renovations]]></title><description><![CDATA[The restaurant will have its last service on Nov. 30 before the scheduled reopening in April 2025.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/downtown-restaurant-closing-for-renovations/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Nov 2024 20:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/downtown-restaurant-closing-for-renovations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bellarmine looks to future as a full Division I member]]></title><description><![CDATA[It was a long journey. How Bellarmine leadership is celebrating its status of being a full Division I member.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bellarmine-looks-to-future-as-a-full-division-i-member/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Nov 2024 20:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bellarmine-looks-to-future-as-a-full-division-i-member/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How competitive is Louisville's apartment market?]]></title><description><![CDATA[While the national occupancy rate dropped to 93.7% this season from 94% last year, 62% of renters renewed in summer 2024 compared to 60.5% in 2023.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/how-competitive-is-louisvilles-apartment-market/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Nov 2024 19:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/how-competitive-is-louisvilles-apartment-market/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Construction begins on Origin Park event center]]></title><description><![CDATA[Clarksville's mayor says the park is a transformational project for the region.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/construction-begins-on-origin-park-event-center/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Nov 2024 19:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/construction-begins-on-origin-park-event-center/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LG&amp;E begins work on new $902M generating station]]></title><description><![CDATA[The $902 million project is expected to be complete in 2027.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/lgampe-begins-work-on-new-902m-generating-station/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Nov 2024 18:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/lgampe-begins-work-on-new-902m-generating-station/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['The missing piece': Potential sites, cost for a new Cincinnati arena unveiled]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new study reveals the price tag &ndash; and potential locations &ndash; for replacing the aging Heritage Bank Center with a new arena.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-missing-piece-potential-sites-cost-for-a-new-cincinnati-arena-unveiled/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Nov 2024 13:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-missing-piece-potential-sites-cost-for-a-new-cincinnati-arena-unveiled/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Artisan ice cream shop coming to Clifton]]></title><description><![CDATA[The ice cream brand is available at retail shops and restaurants in Louisville.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/artisan-ice-cream-shop-coming-to-clifton/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Nov 2024 13:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/artisan-ice-cream-shop-coming-to-clifton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades: Two Louisville hospitals receive 'A' grades]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville-area hospitals see improvements in safety grades, with two facilities earning top marks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/leapfrog-hospital-safety-grades-two-louisville-hospitals-receive-a-grades/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Nov 2024 13:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/leapfrog-hospital-safety-grades-two-louisville-hospitals-receive-a-grades/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville execs cautiously optimistic about 2025 economy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three Louisville executives are cautiously optimistic about the economic conditions under which their businesses will operate next year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-execs-cautiously-optimistic-about-2025-economy/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Nov 2024 13:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-execs-cautiously-optimistic-about-2025-economy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Givaudan president open to moving facility following explosion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Givaudan's president says the company is exploring alternative sites for a new facility.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/givaudan-president-open-to-moving-facility-following-explosion/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Nov 2024 13:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/givaudan-president-open-to-moving-facility-following-explosion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Massive spec warehouse planned near airport]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 340,720-square-foot facility will be just seconds away from some of Louisville&rsquo;s largest employers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/massive-spec-warehouse-planned-near-airport/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Nov 2024 12:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/massive-spec-warehouse-planned-near-airport/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What's next for Clifton after factory explosion (Access Louisville Podcast)]]></title><description><![CDATA[How does Louisville moves forward after the Givaudan Sense Colour factory explosion?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/whats-next-for-clifton-after-factory-explosion-access-louisville-podcast/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Nov 2024 12:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/whats-next-for-clifton-after-factory-explosion-access-louisville-podcast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Get to know LBF's 20 People to Know in Law]]></title><description><![CDATA[Need a good lawyer? Here's 20.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/get-to-know-lbfs-20-people-to-know-in-law/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Nov 2024 12:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/get-to-know-lbfs-20-people-to-know-in-law/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Airline drops nonstop service to LAX, declares bankruptcy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville now has just one direct flight to the West Coast.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/airline-drops-nonstop-service-to-lax-declares-bankruptcy/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Nov 2024 12:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/airline-drops-nonstop-service-to-lax-declares-bankruptcy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Most expensive homes sold in Jefferson County (mid-October 2024)]]></title><description><![CDATA[A second term for President Donald Trump has implications for the housing market. Learn more and check out the photo gallery of our latest roundup of most expensive home sales.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-mid-october-2024/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 Nov 2024 18:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-mid-october-2024/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Givaudan exec speaks after deadly explosion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Many questions remain about the causes and circumstances that lead to the deadly explosion at the Givaudan Sense Colour factory on Tuesday afternoon in Louisville's Clifton neighborhood.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/givaudan-exec-speaks-after-deadly-explosion/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Nov 2024 22:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/givaudan-exec-speaks-after-deadly-explosion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[$700M battery plant, 1,600 jobs coming to Shelby County]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's one of the largest investments in the history of Kentucky.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/700m-battery-plant-1600-jobs-coming-to-shelby-county/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Nov 2024 20:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/700m-battery-plant-1600-jobs-coming-to-shelby-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unique Imaging Concepts and Kinetic Imaging to relocate after merger]]></title><description><![CDATA[The two companies are located in the six-acre Distillery Commons, which is slated to be transformed into a mixed-use development.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/unique-imaging-concepts-and-kinetic-imaging-to-relocate-after-merger/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Nov 2024 18:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/unique-imaging-concepts-and-kinetic-imaging-to-relocate-after-merger/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Restaurant reopens under new ownership following closure, bankruptcy]]></title><description><![CDATA[The restaurant's new owner says she's revamped her management teams and menus.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/restaurant-reopens-under-new-ownership-following-closure-bankruptcy/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Nov 2024 18:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/restaurant-reopens-under-new-ownership-following-closure-bankruptcy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Auto-parts retailer to close 700 stores]]></title><description><![CDATA[The aftermarket auto-parts retailer is closing more than 700 stores and a handful of distribution centers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/auto-parts-retailer-to-close-700-stores/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Nov 2024 17:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/auto-parts-retailer-to-close-700-stores/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thrive By 5 Louisville names inaugural board members]]></title><description><![CDATA[The board is composed of leaders with extensive experience in education, business, nonprofits and community engagement.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/thrive-by-5-louisville-names-inaugural-board-members/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Nov 2024 17:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/thrive-by-5-louisville-names-inaugural-board-members/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[20 People to Know in Law: Scott Roby]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scott Roby of Roby Law Office is one of our 20 People to Know in Law for 2024.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-law-scott-roby/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Nov 2024 17:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-law-scott-roby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[20 People to Know in Law: Cindy Young]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cindy Young of Wyatt, Tarrant &amp; Combs LLP is one of our 20 People to Know in Law for 2024.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-law-cindy-young/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Nov 2024 17:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-law-cindy-young/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[20 People to Know in Law: Chris Wolfe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris Wolfe of Wolfe &amp; Bosch PLLC is one of our 20 People to Know in Law for 2024.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-law-chris-wolfe/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Nov 2024 17:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-law-chris-wolfe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[20 People to Know in Law: Janine Webb]]></title><description><![CDATA[Janine Webb of Yum Brands is one of our 20 People to Know in Law for 2024.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-law-janine-webb/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Nov 2024 17:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-law-janine-webb/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Construction worker trapped after accident at LOUMED site]]></title><description><![CDATA[The incident is the second high-profile workplace accident in Louisville this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/construction-worker-trapped-after-accident-at-loumed-site/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Nov 2024 20:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/construction-worker-trapped-after-accident-at-loumed-site/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stengel Hill Architecture acquires Florida firm]]></title><description><![CDATA[This is the second out-of-state deal this year for Louisville's largest architecture firm.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/stengel-hill-architecture-acquires-florida-firm/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Nov 2024 20:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/stengel-hill-architecture-acquires-florida-firm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UofL great listed as one of NFL’s most marketable players]]></title><description><![CDATA[The first name on the list will come as no surprise &mdash; but the fourth one might.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uofl-great-listed-as-one-of-nfls-most-marketable-players/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Nov 2024 19:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uofl-great-listed-as-one-of-nfls-most-marketable-players/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Owners behind The Last Place to take over Naïve]]></title><description><![CDATA[Na&iuml;ve will close on November 24 for renovations and will reopen in January with a Latin-influenced menu.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/owners-behind-the-last-place-to-take-over-nave/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Nov 2024 19:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/owners-behind-the-last-place-to-take-over-nave/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mid City Mall is for sale. What the owners hope comes next.]]></title><description><![CDATA[The iconic property is home to several long-time Louisville businesses, including Baxter Avenue Theatres, The Caravan Comedy Club and the now-shuttered The Back Door bar.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/mid-city-mall-is-for-sale-what-the-owners-hope-comes-next/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Nov 2024 18:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/mid-city-mall-is-for-sale-what-the-owners-hope-comes-next/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bourbon founder launches vodka-based RTD]]></title><description><![CDATA[The former 40 Under 40 honoree's new product consists mostly of vodka, black tea and lemon juice.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bourbon-founder-launches-vodka-based-rtd/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Nov 2024 13:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bourbon-founder-launches-vodka-based-rtd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Near $40M road project complete and open to traffic]]></title><description><![CDATA[The final section of a road with direct connections to a business park, interstate and state road is complete.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/near-40m-road-project-complete-and-open-to-traffic/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Nov 2024 12:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/near-40m-road-project-complete-and-open-to-traffic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Millions set aside for Ohio River bridge project]]></title><description><![CDATA[A key connection for freight over the Ohio River is set for a big upgrade.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/millions-set-aside-for-ohio-river-bridge-project/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Nov 2024 12:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/millions-set-aside-for-ohio-river-bridge-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Clifton businesses recover following Givaudan Sense Colour explosion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Quills Coffee is one of several businesses that received extensive damage from the Nov. 12 explosion, which left two people dead.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/clifton-businesses-recover-following-givaudan-sense-colour-explosion/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Nov 2024 12:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/clifton-businesses-recover-following-givaudan-sense-colour-explosion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bernheim Forest buys up nearly 200 acres]]></title><description><![CDATA[The project was made possible with funding from the Kentucky Heritage Land Conservation Fund and the Imperiled Bat Conservation Fund.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bernheim-forest-buys-up-nearly-200-acres/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Nov 2024 20:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bernheim-forest-buys-up-nearly-200-acres/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bottom-line advantages for your business: How utilities’ programs reduce energy expenses, offset capital improvement projects]]></title><description><![CDATA[Whether you&rsquo;re running a local coffee shop or a multinational corporation, capital improvement projects and major long-term renovations can put a strain on any bottom line.<br />
Manufacturer rebates, tax incentives and other cost-saving measures can help offset the added expenses, but don&rsquo;t forget to look to your local utility provider and find out what&rsquo;s available to business customers &mdash; those small and large.<br />
Earlier this year, Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentuck]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bottom-line-advantages-for-your-business-how-utilities-programs-reduce-energy-expenses-offset-capital-improvement-projects/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2024 22:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bottom-line-advantages-for-your-business-how-utilities-programs-reduce-energy-expenses-offset-capital-improvement-projects/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Large explosion reported at Givaudan Sense Colour]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dozens of first responders are on the scene following a large workplace explosion in the Clifton neighborhood.The explosion happened at Givaudan Sense Colour at 1901 Payne St. around 3 p.m. Aerial footage from our news partner WLKY showed extensive damage to the structure.Mayor Craig Greenberg told WLKY on Tuesday afternoon that two people were rescued and 11 people, all employees, were transported to local hospitals. He said no fatalities had been reported.Multiple reports lit up the internet&h]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/large-explosion-reported-at-givaudan-sense-colour/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2024 22:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/large-explosion-reported-at-givaudan-sense-colour/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Seas Tiki Bar sold to new owner]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Louisville woman realized her dreams with the purchase of the lively Butchertown bar and restaurant.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/south-seas-tiki-bar-sold-to-new-owner/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2024 20:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/south-seas-tiki-bar-sold-to-new-owner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maker’s Mark names master distiller, lead blender]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the biggest names in bourbon has a new master distiller.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/makers-mark-names-master-distiller-lead-blender/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2024 20:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/makers-mark-names-master-distiller-lead-blender/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Motorcycle Museum coming to Jeffersontown]]></title><description><![CDATA[The sprawling $3 million attraction features a museum, spa and bed and breakfast.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/motorcycle-museum-coming-to-jeffersontown/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2024 19:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/motorcycle-museum-coming-to-jeffersontown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Rotunda Group Names Sarah Van Wallaghen as partner]]></title><description><![CDATA[This leader played a key role in a slew of GOP victories in recent years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-rotunda-group-names-sarah-van-wallaghen-as-partner/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2024 18:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-rotunda-group-names-sarah-van-wallaghen-as-partner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bellarmine lands $1M workforce grant]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Bellarmine program earlier this year received a $1.75M cash infusion.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bellarmine-lands-1m-workforce-grant/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2024 17:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bellarmine-lands-1m-workforce-grant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cigna drops Humana merger talks]]></title><description><![CDATA[A possible merger is off the table for Humana, one of Louisville's largest employers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/cigna-drops-humana-merger-talks/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2024 13:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/cigna-drops-humana-merger-talks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Whiskey producer lays out plans for Kentucky campus]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every bourbon operation has a rickhouse and distillery, but a malted barley facility? Not so much.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/whiskey-producer-lays-out-plans-for-kentucky-campus/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2024 12:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/whiskey-producer-lays-out-plans-for-kentucky-campus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jim Reynolds Asphalt Contractor launches cleaning service]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Louisville company known for asphalt work is launching a new cleaning division.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/jim-reynolds-asphalt-contractor-launches-cleaning-service/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2024 12:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/jim-reynolds-asphalt-contractor-launches-cleaning-service/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A 27-story tower is proposed in Downtown Louisville: Here's the latest (Access Louisville Podcast)]]></title><description><![CDATA[A couple recent real estate deals allow plans for a proposed 27-story tower to move forward. We chat about the latest on this week's Access Louisville podcast.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/a-27-story-tower-is-proposed-in-downtown-louisville-heres-the-latest-access-louisville-podcast/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Nov 2024 03:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/a-27-story-tower-is-proposed-in-downtown-louisville-heres-the-latest-access-louisville-podcast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The most expensive homes sold in Jefferson County (Oct. 8-15, 2024)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Since a series of lawsuits hit the real estate industry, real estate agent commissions haven't fallen much. Learn more and see our most recent roundup of pricey homes sold in a photo gallery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-oct-8-15-2024/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 Nov 2024 19:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-oct-8-15-2024/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New-to-market retailer REI Co-op opens]]></title><description><![CDATA[An outdoor-focused retailer is open in the Paddock Shops.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-to-market-retailer-rei-co-op-opens/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Nov 2024 20:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-to-market-retailer-rei-co-op-opens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Shark Tank'-backed franchise coming to Middletown]]></title><description><![CDATA[A donut chain made popular on social media is coming to Louisville.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/shark-tank-backed-franchise-coming-to-middletown/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Nov 2024 20:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/shark-tank-backed-franchise-coming-to-middletown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spectrum expanding service in Southern Indiana]]></title><description><![CDATA[Internet and TV provider Spectrum has expanded its service offerings in rural communities across Southern Indiana, part of a $9 billion investment.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/spectrum-expanding-service-in-southern-indiana/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Nov 2024 20:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/spectrum-expanding-service-in-southern-indiana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Papa Johns hires new chief marketing officer]]></title><description><![CDATA[She replaces a Papa Johns exec who was hired last year for the same role.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/papa-johns-hires-new-chief-marketing-officer/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Nov 2024 19:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/papa-johns-hires-new-chief-marketing-officer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A look at big dollar higher education projects in Greater Louisville]]></title><description><![CDATA[We put the spotlight on several projects at local universities that will change their physical landscape.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/a-look-at-big-dollar-higher-education-projects-in-greater-louisville/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Nov 2024 15:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/a-look-at-big-dollar-higher-education-projects-in-greater-louisville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet MTSU's anti-workplace bullying professor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Workplace bullying takes many forms, from overt aggression to subtle exclusion. Learn the signs, impacts, and strategies to create a safer, more respectful work environment.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/meet-mtsus-anti-workplace-bullying-professor/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Nov 2024 15:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/meet-mtsus-anti-workplace-bullying-professor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amid Nashville's boom, American Baptist College soldiers through history]]></title><description><![CDATA[As American Baptist College turns 100, its mission to promote social justice, Christianity and education remains the same. &ldquo;When you have a commitment to investing in people and students, you never know your return on investment."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/amid-nashvilles-boom-american-baptist-college-soldiers-through-history/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Nov 2024 15:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/amid-nashvilles-boom-american-baptist-college-soldiers-through-history/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ohio State’s main campus welcomes largest-ever freshman class]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ohio State University is setting records as the 2024-25 academic year begins.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ohio-states-main-campus-welcomes-largest-ever-freshman-class/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Nov 2024 15:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ohio-states-main-campus-welcomes-largest-ever-freshman-class/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ohio State President Ted Carter on the upcoming school year, campus diversity, affordability and working with trustees]]></title><description><![CDATA["We're talking about moving three aircraft carriers worth of people here in just a couple of days. It's quite a machine."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ohio-state-president-ted-carter-on-the-upcoming-school-year-campus-diversity-affordability-and-working-with-trustees/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Nov 2024 15:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ohio-state-president-ted-carter-on-the-upcoming-school-year-campus-diversity-affordability-and-working-with-trustees/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Central State University hopes to be out of 'fiscal watch' in 18 months]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Dayton-area university has been placed on fiscal watch by Ohio's governor and the financial concerns could last for years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/central-state-university-hopes-to-be-out-of-fiscal-watch-in-18-months/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Nov 2024 15:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/central-state-university-hopes-to-be-out-of-fiscal-watch-in-18-months/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EXCLUSIVE: WhistlePig Distillery eyes Louisville for tasting room]]></title><description><![CDATA[The tasting room would be the first for an out-of-state distiller Downtown, and it could go into a former well-known pool hall location.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/exclusive-whistlepig-distillery-eyes-louisville-for-tasting-room/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Nov 2024 22:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/exclusive-whistlepig-distillery-eyes-louisville-for-tasting-room/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Security checkpoint expansion underway at Louisville's airport]]></title><description><![CDATA[A multimillion dollar expansion to Louisville's airport security checkpoint is underway.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/security-checkpoint-expansion-underway-at-louisvilles-airport/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Nov 2024 20:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/security-checkpoint-expansion-underway-at-louisvilles-airport/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MGP Ingredients to lower production, focus on its own brands]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the largest producers of bulk whiskey &mdash; if not the biggest &mdash; has recently announced that it will be scaling down its production in the interest of focusing on its own portfolio of brands.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/mgp-ingredients-to-lower-production-focus-on-its-own-brands/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Nov 2024 20:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/mgp-ingredients-to-lower-production-focus-on-its-own-brands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reimagine Ninth Street kicks off with two-way street conversion project]]></title><description><![CDATA[Transitioning these streets to two-way traffic, between Ninth Street and Shawnee Park, is the first step in reimagining the Ninth Street corridor.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/reimagine-ninth-street-kicks-off-with-two-way-street-conversion-project/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Nov 2024 19:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/reimagine-ninth-street-kicks-off-with-two-way-street-conversion-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Joseph Children’s Home names new CEO]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new St. Joe's CEO previously was a statewide director at the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/st-joseph-childrens-home-names-new-ceo/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Nov 2024 19:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/st-joseph-childrens-home-names-new-ceo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Furniture retailer closing all stores, including 4 in Louisville area]]></title><description><![CDATA[A national furniture and appliance retailer is closing for business and shuttering all of its stores, including four in the Louisville area.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/furniture-retailer-closing-all-stores-including-4-in-louisville-area/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Nov 2024 13:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/furniture-retailer-closing-all-stores-including-4-in-louisville-area/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kentucky’s emerging medicinal cannabis industry offers opportunities for entrepreneurs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Entrepreneurs explore the potential of medical marijuana's economic impact.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentuckys-emerging-medicinal-cannabis-industry-offers-opportunities-for-entrepreneurs/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Nov 2024 12:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentuckys-emerging-medicinal-cannabis-industry-offers-opportunities-for-entrepreneurs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Financial institution to help build credit, offer small consumer loans]]></title><description><![CDATA[Small dollar consumer loans and credit building loans are being made available through a new fund and financial institution.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/financial-institution-to-help-build-credit-offer-small-consumer-loans/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Nov 2024 12:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/financial-institution-to-help-build-credit-offer-small-consumer-loans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hikes Point Bar and Lounge closing after 64 years in business]]></title><description><![CDATA[This business has been operating on Taylorsville Road since 1960.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/hikes-point-bar-and-lounge-closing-after-64-years-in-business/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Nov 2024 12:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/hikes-point-bar-and-lounge-closing-after-64-years-in-business/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ArcWear opens $5M Louisville facility]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new facility will allow the firm to grow its testing capabilities.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/arcwear-opens-5m-louisville-facility/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Nov 2024 20:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/arcwear-opens-5m-louisville-facility/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Developer expands NuLu land holdings]]></title><description><![CDATA[The plots of land sit across from the Main &amp; Clay Apartments and catty cornered from Goodwood Brewing]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/developer-expands-nulu-land-holdings/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Nov 2024 20:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/developer-expands-nulu-land-holdings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zappos to reopen a Louisville retail location]]></title><description><![CDATA[Zappos is reopening the outlet store it closed two years ago.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/zappos-to-reopen-a-louisville-retail-location/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Nov 2024 19:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/zappos-to-reopen-a-louisville-retail-location/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pizzeria opening new location near UofL]]></title><description><![CDATA[The location will offer traditional and Indian-inspired pizza options.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/pizzeria-opening-new-location-near-uofl/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Nov 2024 19:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/pizzeria-opening-new-location-near-uofl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville tech firm acquired]]></title><description><![CDATA[The firm's tech is used in some of the country's largest restaurant chains.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-tech-firm-acquired/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Nov 2024 12:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-tech-firm-acquired/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LUXURY LIVING: Behind the investments and growth at Hurstbourne Country Club (PHOTOS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[The heydays that country clubs experienced in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic are over &mdash; but that bump allowed clubs to perform upgrades and make improvements.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/luxury-living-behind-the-investments-and-growth-at-hurstbourne-country-club-photos/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Nov 2024 12:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/luxury-living-behind-the-investments-and-growth-at-hurstbourne-country-club-photos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DHL Express investing $292M at Kentucky airport]]></title><description><![CDATA[DHL Express, which already has a major operation at CVG, has increased its planned investment at the airport by $100 million.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/dhl-express-investing-292m-at-kentucky-airport/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Nov 2024 12:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/dhl-express-investing-292m-at-kentucky-airport/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EXCLUSIVE: Zyyo closes deals to buy land for 27-story Downtown tower]]></title><description><![CDATA[Several plots of land were acquired for more than $4 million to advance the project.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/exclusive-zyyo-closes-deals-to-buy-land-for-27-story-downtown-tower/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Nov 2024 12:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/exclusive-zyyo-closes-deals-to-buy-land-for-27-story-downtown-tower/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville investor celebrates Breeders' Cup win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Second. Third. Now, first.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-investor-celebrates-breeders-cup-win/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Nov 2024 20:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-investor-celebrates-breeders-cup-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Private equity firm commits $50 million for loans for bourbon industry]]></title><description><![CDATA[The firm uses filled barrels as collateral for the loans. But that can be a risky proposition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/private-equity-firm-commits-50-million-for-loans-for-bourbon-industry/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Nov 2024 20:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/private-equity-firm-commits-50-million-for-loans-for-bourbon-industry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sweet suite: A look inside Dr. Mark Lynn's suite at the KFC Yum Center (PHOTOS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[For many who chose to purchase suites at the KFC Yum Center, the primary goal for the suite holder is to host clients and customers. That is not the case, though, for Dr. Mark Lynn.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/sweet-suite-a-look-inside-dr-mark-lynns-suite-at-the-kfc-yum-center-photos/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Nov 2024 19:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/sweet-suite-a-look-inside-dr-mark-lynns-suite-at-the-kfc-yum-center-photos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Local rum producers bring back 100-plus-year bourbon brand]]></title><description><![CDATA[The historic brand is being revived as a super premium release.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/local-rum-producers-bring-back-100-plus-year-bourbon-brand/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Nov 2024 13:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/local-rum-producers-bring-back-100-plus-year-bourbon-brand/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kroger breaking ground on $40 million Marketplace store]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Kroger Marketplace will anchor a new $90 million development in South Louisville]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kroger-breaking-ground-on-40-million-marketplace-store/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Nov 2024 13:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kroger-breaking-ground-on-40-million-marketplace-store/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[High Stakes Rooftop Grill names executive chef]]></title><description><![CDATA[High Stakes Rooftop Grill opened this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/high-stakes-rooftop-grill-names-executive-chef/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Nov 2024 12:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/high-stakes-rooftop-grill-names-executive-chef/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What kind of grocery store does Louisville need? (ACCESS LOUISVILLE)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville is getting a new international grocery store, which got us talking about the city's needs on this week's Access Louisville podcast.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/what-kind-of-grocery-store-does-louisville-need-access-louisville/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Nov 2024 12:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/what-kind-of-grocery-store-does-louisville-need-access-louisville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Floyd County's regional park days away from opening]]></title><description><![CDATA[We've got a sneak peak and an opening date for a new local park opening soon in the area.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/floyd-countys-regional-park-days-away-from-opening/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Nov 2024 12:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/floyd-countys-regional-park-days-away-from-opening/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[These are the most expensive homes sold in Jefferson County (Mid-September 2024)]]></title><description><![CDATA[We have our latest roundup of the most expensive homes sold in Jefferson County in the attached gallery. This time we're look at mid-to-late September.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/these-are-the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-mid-september-2024/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 Nov 2024 17:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/these-are-the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-mid-september-2024/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Are you financially prepared for a natural disaster? 5 steps to help you prepare]]></title><description><![CDATA[We have all witnessed the devastation caused by hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, earthquakes and fires. In the wake of these disasters, we often come together as a community &mdash; donating money, food and supplies to help those in need. Yet, amid our efforts to support our neighbors, we can't help but wonder: What if this was me? Am I truly prepared for a disaster?Many individuals update their insurance policies and feel confident in their readiness. However, preparedness goes beyond just covera]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/are-you-financially-prepared-for-a-natural-disaster-5-steps-to-help-you-prepare/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Nov 2024 20:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/are-you-financially-prepared-for-a-natural-disaster-5-steps-to-help-you-prepare/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[4 get funding in Women of Color Entrepreneurs Program pitch competition]]></title><description><![CDATA[Find out who took home the big check at the pitch event.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/4-get-funding-in-women-of-color-entrepreneurs-program-pitch-competition/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Nov 2024 19:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/4-get-funding-in-women-of-color-entrepreneurs-program-pitch-competition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A how-to guide for adding a pool in Louisville]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fall is an ideal time to start planning for an in-ground swimming pool that could be ready in the spring, local contractors tell LBF.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/a-how-to-guide-for-adding-a-pool-in-louisville/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Nov 2024 18:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/a-how-to-guide-for-adding-a-pool-in-louisville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Redwire among key developments in Georgetown area]]></title><description><![CDATA[Floyd County officials hope anchor tenant Redwire will move development forward around Georgetown and Edwardsville.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/redwire-among-key-developments-in-georgetown-area/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Nov 2024 18:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/redwire-among-key-developments-in-georgetown-area/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EXCLUSIVE: Total Quality Logistics moving out of Downtown tower]]></title><description><![CDATA[The firm cites growth and says it needs and improved amenities for its nearly 200 local employees, with plans for more.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/exclusive-total-quality-logistics-moving-out-of-downtown-tower/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Nov 2024 15:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/exclusive-total-quality-logistics-moving-out-of-downtown-tower/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MIT researcher provides insights into U.S., Kentucky manufacturing landscape]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kentucky manufacturing faces 'retirement bomb' as experts exit.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/mit-researcher-provides-insights-into-us-kentucky-manufacturing-landscape/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Nov 2024 12:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/mit-researcher-provides-insights-into-us-kentucky-manufacturing-landscape/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Upscale steakhouse opens new Downtown Louisville location]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new location has a modern retro design and live music during the week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/upscale-steakhouse-opens-new-downtown-louisville-location/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Nov 2024 11:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/upscale-steakhouse-opens-new-downtown-louisville-location/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CEO of Nashville's largest bank has big Louisville ambitions]]></title><description><![CDATA["There's no limit on how many people we can hire if they're revenue producers."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ceo-of-nashvilles-largest-bank-has-big-louisville-ambitions/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Nov 2024 11:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ceo-of-nashvilles-largest-bank-has-big-louisville-ambitions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Behind John Vellinger's cosmic career]]></title><description><![CDATA[John Vellinger is the co-founder and former CEO of Techshot Inc., a research and manufacturing company based in Galena, Indiana, that&rsquo;s been pioneering biological and physical science space payloads since 1988.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/behind-john-vellingers-cosmic-career/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Nov 2024 11:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/behind-john-vellingers-cosmic-career/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Highlands bar loses liquor license]]></title><description><![CDATA[The bar loses its license following a string of violent incidents.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/highlands-bar-loses-liquor-license/</link><pubDate>Thu, 31 Oct 2024 12:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/highlands-bar-loses-liquor-license/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[$8M+ construction project to add buildings at apartment complex]]></title><description><![CDATA[Construction progress is being made at a multi-building apartment complex and more is planned.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/8m-construction-project-to-add-buildings-at-apartment-complex/</link><pubDate>Thu, 31 Oct 2024 11:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/8m-construction-project-to-add-buildings-at-apartment-complex/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Gilda's Club of Kentuckiana headquarters for sale]]></title><description><![CDATA[The building last sold for $2 million.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/former-gildas-club-of-kentuckiana-headquarters-for-sale/</link><pubDate>Thu, 31 Oct 2024 11:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/former-gildas-club-of-kentuckiana-headquarters-for-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK-backed program aims to cultivate more in-state angel investors]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK has launched a syndicate to help cultivate angel investment opportunities across the state.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uk-backed-program-aims-to-cultivate-more-in-state-angel-investors/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Oct 2024 19:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uk-backed-program-aims-to-cultivate-more-in-state-angel-investors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TARC plans 2025 route cuts amid financial challenges]]></title><description><![CDATA[Service cuts, reductions and other changes to Louisville's bus routes will take effect at the start of next year. Here are the lines impacted.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/tarc-plans-2025-route-cuts-amid-financial-challenges/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Oct 2024 19:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/tarc-plans-2025-route-cuts-amid-financial-challenges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lou Lou opens its third location]]></title><description><![CDATA[The restaurant boasts a different menu and atmosphere than the two other locations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/lou-lou-opens-its-third-location/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Oct 2024 19:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/lou-lou-opens-its-third-location/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Local McDonald's operator Ira Salls dies at 70]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ira Salls, a Louisville restaurant operator and businesswoman, has died at the age of 70.Salls owned and operated numerous McDonald's restaurants throughout the area. According to a news release from the company, her professional journey began at McDonald&rsquo;s corporate office as a staff accountant, a role she transformed into a groundbreaking career.<br />
In 1991, she became the first Black female franchisee in Kentucky and Indiana, the release said. Her excellence earned her the prestigious Gold]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/local-mcdonalds-operator-ira-salls-dies-at-70/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Oct 2024 17:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/local-mcdonalds-operator-ira-salls-dies-at-70/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicken chain opening drive-thru only location]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new restaurant is expected to create dozens of jobs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/chicken-chain-opening-drive-thru-only-location/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Oct 2024 12:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/chicken-chain-opening-drive-thru-only-location/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LIST EXTRA: The explosive growth of college savings plans]]></title><description><![CDATA[529 Plans for college savings have grown exponentially over the past 15 years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/list-extra-the-explosive-growth-of-college-savings-plans/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Oct 2024 11:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/list-extra-the-explosive-growth-of-college-savings-plans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fizz District, new soda shop, opening on Frankfort Avenue]]></title><description><![CDATA[The brand is targeting emerging trends in the drink sector like mocktails, alcohol-free cocktails, and "Dirty Sodas."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/fizz-district-new-soda-shop-opening-on-frankfort-avenue/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Oct 2024 11:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/fizz-district-new-soda-shop-opening-on-frankfort-avenue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville distillery and brand to sell at auction in December]]></title><description><![CDATA[In terms of opportunities to immediately buy a large stake in the bourbon industry, consider this a shooting star &mdash; a sealed-bid auction for a "Kentucky Premium Whiskey Distillery."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-distillery-and-brand-to-sell-at-auction-in-december/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Oct 2024 17:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-distillery-and-brand-to-sell-at-auction-in-december/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Confluent Health adds 2 to C-suite]]></title><description><![CDATA[Recent acquisitions have brought the Confluent Health footprint to more than 1,500 sites of care with over 550,000 patients served annually.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/confluent-health-adds-2-to-c-suite/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Oct 2024 16:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/confluent-health-adds-2-to-c-suite/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manufacturer announces $71M expansion]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's the second multimillion-dollar expansion for the company in as many years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/manufacturer-announces-71m-expansion/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Oct 2024 12:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/manufacturer-announces-71m-expansion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OPINION: In defense of our free-enterprise system]]></title><description><![CDATA["Despite this election&rsquo;s emotions and rhetoric, Americans understand that business and free enterprise are vital."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/opinion-in-defense-of-our-free-enterprise-system/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Oct 2024 11:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/opinion-in-defense-of-our-free-enterprise-system/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fast-growing engineering firm caps two decades in business with new office]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the fastest-growing companies in the country, certainly in Louisville, is celebrating two decades in business with a significant office expansion. See inside.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/fast-growing-engineering-firm-caps-two-decades-in-business-with-new-office/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Oct 2024 11:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/fast-growing-engineering-firm-caps-two-decades-in-business-with-new-office/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NKU sets groundbreaking on $86 million science center expansion]]></title><description><![CDATA[The is ready to break ground on an $86 million expansion project.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/nku-sets-groundbreaking-on-86-million-science-center-expansion/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Oct 2024 11:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/nku-sets-groundbreaking-on-86-million-science-center-expansion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How affordable is Louisville? Here's how our costs compare.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Costs skyrocketed around the nation as inflation soared after the pandemic. Here's how it affected the Louisville metro area.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/how-affordable-is-louisville-heres-how-our-costs-compare/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Oct 2024 11:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/how-affordable-is-louisville-heres-how-our-costs-compare/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Germantown coffee shop plans $100,000 micro-roastery]]></title><description><![CDATA[The shop's owners plan to transform a garage in the back of the Germantown property into a micro-roastery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/germantown-coffee-shop-plans-100000-micro-roastery/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Oct 2024 19:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/germantown-coffee-shop-plans-100000-micro-roastery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walgreens in New Albany set to close before end of year]]></title><description><![CDATA[This local Walgreens store is one of the 1,200 locations planned for closure. Here's where.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/walgreens-in-new-albany-set-to-close-before-end-of-year/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Oct 2024 18:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/walgreens-in-new-albany-set-to-close-before-end-of-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grocery chain to open first Louisville store in East End]]></title><description><![CDATA[The international grocer operates three stores in Indianapolis, three more in Columbus, Ohio, and will be moving into Louisville's East End.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/grocery-chain-to-open-first-louisville-store-in-east-end/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Oct 2024 18:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/grocery-chain-to-open-first-louisville-store-in-east-end/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UPS posts strong Q3 financial results after rocky period]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the first time in two years, the shipping giant grew quarterly revenue and profit.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ups-posts-strong-q3-financial-results-after-rocky-period/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Oct 2024 20:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ups-posts-strong-q3-financial-results-after-rocky-period/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big advertising firm opens St. Matthews HQ]]></title><description><![CDATA[The distinctive space in St. Matthews was previously home to a longtime Louisville business.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/big-advertising-firm-opens-st-matthews-hq/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Oct 2024 20:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/big-advertising-firm-opens-st-matthews-hq/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kentucky Entrepreneur Hall of Fame names new class]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2024 class of the Kentucky Entrepreneur Hall of Fame has been announced &mdash; and four of the five honorees have ties to the health care industry.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-entrepreneur-hall-of-fame-names-new-class/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Oct 2024 20:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-entrepreneur-hall-of-fame-names-new-class/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Waterfront Botanical Gardens lands major funding]]></title><description><![CDATA[Waterfront Botanical Gardens lays out construction timeline with cash infusion.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/waterfront-botanical-gardens-lands-major-funding/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Oct 2024 20:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/waterfront-botanical-gardens-lands-major-funding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Churchill Downs details next gaming venue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Churchill Downs Inc. is planning its eighth Kentucky historical horse racing machine entertainment venue. Here's where.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/churchill-downs-details-next-gaming-venue/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Oct 2024 13:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/churchill-downs-details-next-gaming-venue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nearly 1,500 apartment units change hands in $155M deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[The deal is the largest multifamily transaction in Kentucky this year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/nearly-1500-apartment-units-change-hands-in-155m-deal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Oct 2024 12:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/nearly-1500-apartment-units-change-hands-in-155m-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sazerac auctions off rare bottles to raise money for hurricane victims]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some of the Sazerac Company&rsquo;s most hard-to-find bourbon bottles are up for an online auction.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/sazerac-auctions-off-rare-bottles-to-raise-money-for-hurricane-victims/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Oct 2024 12:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/sazerac-auctions-off-rare-bottles-to-raise-money-for-hurricane-victims/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flagger Force acquires Louisville company, plans to hire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Flagger Force is expected to go on a local hiring spree after the deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/flagger-force-acquires-louisville-company-plans-to-hire/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Oct 2024 12:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/flagger-force-acquires-louisville-company-plans-to-hire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HealthTrackRx to open nearly $50M facility, add 200+ jobs]]></title><description><![CDATA[HealthTrackRx will add more than 200 full-time jobs with major investment.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/healthtrackrx-to-open-nearly-50m-facility-add-200-jobs/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Oct 2024 22:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/healthtrackrx-to-open-nearly-50m-facility-add-200-jobs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amenity updates teased in Churchill Downs' earnings call]]></title><description><![CDATA[Another major project is coming to Churchill Downs Racetrack.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/amenity-updates-teased-in-churchill-downs-earnings-call/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Oct 2024 20:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/amenity-updates-teased-in-churchill-downs-earnings-call/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[KY venture capital firm Connetic launches fund accessible to most investors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kentucky venture capital firm Connetic has launched an "ultra rare" fund that's accessible to most investors.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ky-venture-capital-firm-connetic-launches-fund-accessible-to-most-investors/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Oct 2024 12:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ky-venture-capital-firm-connetic-launches-fund-accessible-to-most-investors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Here's the latest on the planned Louisville Hy-Vee]]></title><description><![CDATA[One new store was to open in Louisville, with additional stores in Indianapolis, Nashville, Knoxville and Memphis]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/heres-the-latest-on-the-planned-louisville-hy-vee/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Oct 2024 12:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/heres-the-latest-on-the-planned-louisville-hy-vee/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dessert chain moving its headquarters back to Louisville]]></title><description><![CDATA[The chain's owner calls Louisville "the center of the earth in the food distribution business."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/dessert-chain-moving-its-headquarters-back-to-louisville/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Oct 2024 12:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/dessert-chain-moving-its-headquarters-back-to-louisville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[California-based energy firm to establish $70 million facility in Louisville]]></title><description><![CDATA[The company is bringing the facility to Louisville thanks to a $24.9 million grant.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/california-based-energy-firm-to-establish-70-million-facility-in-louisville/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Oct 2024 12:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/california-based-energy-firm-to-establish-70-million-facility-in-louisville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[See photos from our Fast 50 event]]></title><description><![CDATA[Check out the scenes from our annual Fast 50 celebration of the area's 50 fastest-growing private companies.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/see-photos-from-our-fast-50-event/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Oct 2024 20:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/see-photos-from-our-fast-50-event/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[West End Opportunity Partnership getting TIF money]]></title><description><![CDATA[The West End Opportunity Partnership is readying funding for nonprofit and small businesses to access in West Louisville. Here's how to apply.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/west-end-opportunity-partnership-getting-tif-money/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Oct 2024 20:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/west-end-opportunity-partnership-getting-tif-money/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Midea breaks ground on $36M R&amp;D expansion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Midea America will invest about $36 million in the project and add 100 jobs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/midea-breaks-ground-on-36m-rampd-expansion/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Oct 2024 19:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/midea-breaks-ground-on-36m-rampd-expansion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bank accelerating branch openings in high-growth Southeast, CEO Spence says]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fifth Third Bank is speeding up its pace of opening new branches, largely as part of its rapid expansion in the fast-growing Southeast, CEO Tim Spence said.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bank-accelerating-branch-openings-in-high-growth-southeast-ceo-spence-says/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Oct 2024 19:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bank-accelerating-branch-openings-in-high-growth-southeast-ceo-spence-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Firms break ground on 1M-s.f. industrial park]]></title><description><![CDATA[Workers broke ground on the 1M-s.f. industrial park Wednesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/firms-break-ground-on-1m-sf-industrial-park/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Oct 2024 19:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/firms-break-ground-on-1m-sf-industrial-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bourbon bar owners launch whiskey brand]]></title><description><![CDATA[The brand will focus on limited, high proof, high quality releases.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bourbon-bar-owners-launch-whiskey-brand/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Oct 2024 13:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bourbon-bar-owners-launch-whiskey-brand/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Direct European flight coming to region]]></title><description><![CDATA[The city regains European service after losing a direct flight to Paris in 2020.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/direct-european-flight-coming-to-region/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Oct 2024 13:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/direct-european-flight-coming-to-region/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Twice bitten: Louisville native earns deal with two investors on 'Shark Tank']]></title><description><![CDATA[Destin George Bell wants to make one thing clear: &ldquo;It&rsquo;s completely unscripted.&rdquo;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/twice-bitten-louisville-native-earns-deal-with-two-investors-on-shark-tank/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Oct 2024 12:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/twice-bitten-louisville-native-earns-deal-with-two-investors-on-shark-tank/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kentucky distillery opening corporate office in Louisville]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Kentucky distillery has found a home in Louisville&rsquo;s downtown Bourbon District.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-distillery-opening-corporate-office-in-louisville/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Oct 2024 12:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-distillery-opening-corporate-office-in-louisville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Data center proposed for East End]]></title><description><![CDATA[The East End property, near the I-64 and I-265 interchange, is adjacent to a substation with &ldquo;abundant&rdquo; power.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/data-center-proposed-for-east-end/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Oct 2024 12:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/data-center-proposed-for-east-end/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Popular restaurant closes indefinitely following fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rapper Jack Harlow was among those forced to evacuate when the fire interrupted dinner service, according to a media report.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/popular-restaurant-closes-indefinitely-following-fire/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Oct 2024 21:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/popular-restaurant-closes-indefinitely-following-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Local post-production company to build Dolby-certified screening room]]></title><description><![CDATA[The goal is to keep producers working in Louisville instead of flying to LA to finish projects.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/local-post-production-company-to-build-dolby-certified-screening-room/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Oct 2024 20:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/local-post-production-company-to-build-dolby-certified-screening-room/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LBF editor wins journalism award from PRSA]]></title><description><![CDATA[The award from Public Relations Society of America Bluegrass Chapter is named for the late, legendary Louisville journalist Sheldon Shafer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/lbf-editor-wins-journalism-award-from-prsa/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Oct 2024 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/lbf-editor-wins-journalism-award-from-prsa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kentucky tech company to lay off 100]]></title><description><![CDATA[A little more than a month after announcing that it had been acquired, an Elizabethtown, Kentucky-based company has made plans to lay off 100 employees.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-tech-company-to-lay-off-100/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Oct 2024 18:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-tech-company-to-lay-off-100/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['She's standing right there': Female leaders in bourbon industry provide insights]]></title><description><![CDATA[Why you may soon see higher-aged bourbon on the shelves.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/shes-standing-right-there-female-leaders-in-bourbon-industry-provide-insights/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Oct 2024 16:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/shes-standing-right-there-female-leaders-in-bourbon-industry-provide-insights/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inside the $7M custom home on the Louisville market (PHOTOS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[See inside the home with over 14,500 square feet, six bedrooms, six full bathrooms, five half bathrooms and other luxury features.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/inside-the-7m-custom-home-on-the-louisville-market-photos/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Oct 2024 13:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/inside-the-7m-custom-home-on-the-louisville-market-photos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[These are the most expensive homes sold in Jefferson County (Sept. 20-24)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our latest roundup of the area's most expensive homes is here.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/these-are-the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-sept-20-24/</link><pubDate>Sun, 20 Oct 2024 16:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/these-are-the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-sept-20-24/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three inductees named to Kentuckiana Business Hall of Fame]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some well-known names in Louisville business are being named to the Kentuckiana Business Hall of Fame.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/three-inductees-named-to-kentuckiana-business-hall-of-fame/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Oct 2024 20:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/three-inductees-named-to-kentuckiana-business-hall-of-fame/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Office Cigar Lounge reopens in New Albany]]></title><description><![CDATA[The lounge moved following the sale of its original location.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/office-cigar-lounge-reopens-in-new-albany/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Oct 2024 19:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/office-cigar-lounge-reopens-in-new-albany/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EXCLUSIVE: Scott Catlett, top Yum Brands exec in Louisville, leaving company]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scott Catlett is stepping down from his role as chief legal and franchise officer and corporate secretary of Yum Brands Inc. Find out who is replacing some of his roles.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/exclusive-scott-catlett-top-yum-brands-exec-in-louisville-leaving-company/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Oct 2024 19:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/exclusive-scott-catlett-top-yum-brands-exec-in-louisville-leaving-company/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Humana Foundation gives out $15M+ in grants]]></title><description><![CDATA[The investment, totaling $15.2 million, includes some big gifts to local and state agencies.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/humana-foundation-gives-out-15m-in-grants/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Oct 2024 17:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/humana-foundation-gives-out-15m-in-grants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Groups sue Kentucky, Ohio, feds over Brent Spence Bridge project]]></title><description><![CDATA[A coalition of groups pushing for diverse transportation options sued the federal government, Kentucky and Ohio in a bid to modify the Brent Spence Bridge project.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/groups-sue-kentucky-ohio-feds-over-brent-spence-bridge-project/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Oct 2024 13:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/groups-sue-kentucky-ohio-feds-over-brent-spence-bridge-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nominations are open for several of the LBF 2025 awards programs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville Business First is beginning to work on its 2025 recognition programs.We are already taking nominations for many of our 2025 signature program awards.&nbsp;You can find all nomination forms and instructions at&nbsp;our main nominations landing page.<br />
The following nominations close in in November and December &ndash; so make sure to nominate soon.For the 20 People to Know: Accounting, we are looking for influential businesspeople will be in key roles that are crucial to their businesses]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/nominations-are-open-for-several-of-the-lbf-2025-awards-programs/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Oct 2024 12:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/nominations-are-open-for-several-of-the-lbf-2025-awards-programs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville native to appear on season debut of 'Shark Tank']]></title><description><![CDATA[The Louisville startup founder is readying his pitch to the sharks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-native-to-appear-on-season-debut-of-shark-tank/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Oct 2024 12:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-native-to-appear-on-season-debut-of-shark-tank/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wow Cafe to open in former Oak Street Food Mart in Germantown]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new restaurant is expected to be open by early November.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/wow-cafe-to-open-in-former-oak-street-food-mart-in-germantown/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Oct 2024 12:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/wow-cafe-to-open-in-former-oak-street-food-mart-in-germantown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A look at the reach of Kentucky's manufacturing industry in one map]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kentucky makes bourbon &mdash; and famously so. But that&rsquo;s not the only thing driving the Bluegrass State&rsquo;s economy. Here's a look at manufacturing in the Bluegrass State.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/a-look-at-the-reach-of-kentuckys-manufacturing-industry-in-one-map/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2024 22:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/a-look-at-the-reach-of-kentuckys-manufacturing-industry-in-one-map/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ford, Toyota and others in the auto industry double down on Kentucky]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kentucky&rsquo;s automotive manufacturing industry has reached new heights in recent years. Check out our roundup of some of the major activity taking place lately.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ford-toyota-and-others-in-the-auto-industry-double-down-on-kentucky/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2024 22:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ford-toyota-and-others-in-the-auto-industry-double-down-on-kentucky/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Neace Venures names new president]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new president will recruit a senior executive to head the company&rsquo;s food and beverage initiatives and provide oversight for that division.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/neace-venures-names-new-president/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Oct 2024 20:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/neace-venures-names-new-president/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Firm appoints new attorney to lead signature practice]]></title><description><![CDATA[The unit was established by a well-known Louisville IP attorney in 2016.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/firm-appoints-new-attorney-to-lead-signature-practice/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Oct 2024 20:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/firm-appoints-new-attorney-to-lead-signature-practice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Humana buys portion of bankrupt company for $45 million]]></title><description><![CDATA[The company has more than $100 million in debt.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/humana-buys-portion-of-bankrupt-company-for-45-million/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Oct 2024 20:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/humana-buys-portion-of-bankrupt-company-for-45-million/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EXCLUSIVE: Bistro Le Relais sold to new owner after 36 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bistro Le Relais, an upscale eatery at Bowman Field, has a new owner as the founder has sold.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/exclusive-bistro-le-relais-sold-to-new-owner-after-36-years/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Oct 2024 18:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/exclusive-bistro-le-relais-sold-to-new-owner-after-36-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Derby gala makes $1 million donation]]></title><description><![CDATA[The was recently named among the best parties in the world.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/derby-gala-makes-1-million-donation/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Oct 2024 13:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/derby-gala-makes-1-million-donation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[$6M KY mansion hits market (PHOTOS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[A lavish Kentucky mansion has been listed for sale at a price of nearly $6 million.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/6m-ky-mansion-hits-market-photos/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Oct 2024 12:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/6m-ky-mansion-hits-market-photos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Better Days closes one of its locations]]></title><description><![CDATA[The owner is consolidating his employees and record collection to a single location.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/better-days-closes-one-of-its-locations/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Oct 2024 12:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/better-days-closes-one-of-its-locations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ports of Indiana launches new venture]]></title><description><![CDATA[Indiana River &amp; Rail Terminals is the new operator of two of the area's ports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ports-of-indiana-launches-new-venture/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Oct 2024 12:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ports-of-indiana-launches-new-venture/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big logistics center planned after 21-acre land sale]]></title><description><![CDATA[A company will redevelop the property and build LogistiCenter at Airport West, a new, 342,720 square-foot Class A logistics facility.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/big-logistics-center-planned-after-21-acre-land-sale/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Oct 2024 20:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/big-logistics-center-planned-after-21-acre-land-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Western Kentucky tech hub unveils Next50K competition]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paducah-based Sprocket Inc. has announced the winners of its first Next50K Startup Pitch Competition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/western-kentucky-tech-hub-unveils-next50k-competition/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Oct 2024 20:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/western-kentucky-tech-hub-unveils-next50k-competition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[National retailer closing another local store]]></title><description><![CDATA[Big Lots announced store closings for the sixth week in a row, including one Louisville area store.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/national-retailer-closing-another-local-store/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Oct 2024 13:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/national-retailer-closing-another-local-store/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How two founders left Maker's Mark to create their own distillery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Put away the leather-bound books. Or the backdrops saturated in mahogany and dark tones and dark-colored lettering. This is something different &mdash; or least it will be when it hits the shelves in 2029.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/how-two-founders-left-makers-mark-to-create-their-own-distillery/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Oct 2024 13:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/how-two-founders-left-makers-mark-to-create-their-own-distillery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[REI Co-op sets Louisville opening date]]></title><description><![CDATA[REI is the nation&rsquo;s largest consumer co-op and is set to open its first Kentucky store next month.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/rei-co-op-sets-louisville-opening-date/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Oct 2024 12:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/rei-co-op-sets-louisville-opening-date/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WDRB's former GM returns in leadership change]]></title><description><![CDATA[A well-known executive in local media is returning to his previous role.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/wdrbs-former-gm-returns-in-leadership-change/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Oct 2024 22:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/wdrbs-former-gm-returns-in-leadership-change/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Harvest restaurant building sold, developer plans renovations]]></title><description><![CDATA[The developer has plans for the building and the one next door.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/former-harvest-restaurant-building-sold-developer-plans-renovations/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Oct 2024 21:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/former-harvest-restaurant-building-sold-developer-plans-renovations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[High-end storage business opens near Norton Commons]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hangars, a high-end storage facility for vehicles, boats, RVs and more, opened Oct. 1 near Norton Commons.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/high-end-storage-business-opens-near-norton-commons/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Oct 2024 20:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/high-end-storage-business-opens-near-norton-commons/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Glow Worm Caf&eacute; &amp; Play to close Anchorage location this month]]></title><description><![CDATA[October 30 will be the last day of operation for the chain's Anchorage location.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/glow-worm-cafeacute-amp-play-to-close-anchorage-location-this-month/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Oct 2024 19:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/glow-worm-cafeacute-amp-play-to-close-anchorage-location-this-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[$14M mixed-use development gets tax break]]></title><description><![CDATA[Voting unanimously at a meeting last week, local officials approved a 10-year investment deduction for the $13.6 million project.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/14m-mixed-use-development-gets-tax-break/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Oct 2024 19:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/14m-mixed-use-development-gets-tax-break/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The area’s top public high schools for 2025, as ranked by Niche.com]]></title><description><![CDATA[Niche.com has released its 2025 best high schools and districts rankings.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-areas-top-public-high-schools-for-2025-as-ranked-by-nichecom/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Oct 2024 19:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-areas-top-public-high-schools-for-2025-as-ranked-by-nichecom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spalding University academic dean shares 4 leadership imperatives for leading in a busy world]]></title><description><![CDATA[We live in a world where being a leader is not easy. Not only is it hard to find those that want to be leaders, but it is also difficult to find the time and resources to train leaders in organizations today.<br />
How can organizational leaders find ways to inspire employees to &ldquo;step up&rdquo; or encourage them to be leaders in their organizations? I have led colleagues for nearly 30 years as an administrator in higher education at multiple universities, and for the last seven years as an acade]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/spalding-university-academic-dean-shares-4-leadership-imperatives-for-leading-in-a-busy-world/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Oct 2024 18:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/spalding-university-academic-dean-shares-4-leadership-imperatives-for-leading-in-a-busy-world/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The most expensive homes sold in Jefferson County (Sept. 10-12)]]></title><description><![CDATA[To date, the Louisville Metro Housing Authority's Homeownership Program has purchased and closed on more than 500 homes across the city. Learn more and check out our most recent roundup of most expensive homes in a photo gallery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-sept-10-12/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Oct 2024 20:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-sept-10-12/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Upscale Louisville steakhouse undergoing big change]]></title><description><![CDATA[The steakhouse will "no longer operate as a standalone restaurant."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/upscale-louisville-steakhouse-undergoing-big-change/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Oct 2024 21:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/upscale-louisville-steakhouse-undergoing-big-change/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Angel's Envy's new bottling line is allowing space to be maximized]]></title><description><![CDATA[When it comes to running an urban distillery, space is always at a premium. Just ask the leadership team at Angel&rsquo;s Envy in Downtown Louisville.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/how-angels-envys-new-bottling-line-is-allowing-space-to-be-maximized/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Oct 2024 20:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/how-angels-envys-new-bottling-line-is-allowing-space-to-be-maximized/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[State secrets trial with Louisville ties to proceed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Quadrant Magnetics is accused of sending state secrets to China.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/state-secrets-trial-with-louisville-ties-to-proceed/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Oct 2024 20:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/state-secrets-trial-with-louisville-ties-to-proceed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EXCLUSIVE: Private high school details major expansion]]></title><description><![CDATA[A local private school is more than doubling the space it dedicates to science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education with a major construction project that's in the planning phases.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/exclusive-private-high-school-details-major-expansion/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Oct 2024 17:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/exclusive-private-high-school-details-major-expansion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OPINION: Restorative justice program offers effective alternative in sentencing]]></title><description><![CDATA[For a long time, punitive sentences like probation and fines were the only tools judges and prosecutors had. But sometimes these unfortunate acts serve as great opportunities for young people to learn from their mistakes and promote a positive behavior change.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/opinion-restorative-justice-program-offers-effective-alternative-in-sentencing/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Oct 2024 13:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/opinion-restorative-justice-program-offers-effective-alternative-in-sentencing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ohio-based property developer breaks ground on River Ridge spec building]]></title><description><![CDATA[Taking shape on a 14-acre site within River Ridge is a spec warehouse designed for single and multi-tenant users, which features 36-foot clear heights, 40 dock doors, 57 trailer spaces and 211 car parking spots.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ohio-based-property-developer-breaks-ground-on-river-ridge-spec-building/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Oct 2024 13:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ohio-based-property-developer-breaks-ground-on-river-ridge-spec-building/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Where the wealth lives in Louisville (MAP)]]></title><description><![CDATA[LBF takes a look at income and other wealth metrics in Greater Louisville.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/where-the-wealth-lives-in-louisville-map/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Oct 2024 13:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/where-the-wealth-lives-in-louisville-map/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manufacturer to close Kentucky facility, lay off 108]]></title><description><![CDATA[A publicly traded global manufacturing company is closing one of its Northern Kentucky facilities and laying off more than 100 employees later this year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/manufacturer-to-close-kentucky-facility-lay-off-108/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Oct 2024 12:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/manufacturer-to-close-kentucky-facility-lay-off-108/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bourbon &amp; Beyond Festival lands international award]]></title><description><![CDATA[The festival set a one-day attendance record this year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bourbon-amp-beyond-festival-lands-international-award/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Oct 2024 12:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bourbon-amp-beyond-festival-lands-international-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The biggest bar and restaurant closings so far in 2024]]></title><description><![CDATA[It sometimes feels like a new restaurant is opening in Louisville every day, but it has not been all hearts and rainbows for the city's food and beverage sector this year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-biggest-bar-and-restaurant-closings-so-far-in-2024/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Oct 2024 20:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-biggest-bar-and-restaurant-closings-so-far-in-2024/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US Census Bureau office to move]]></title><description><![CDATA[The U.S. Census Bureau's National Processing Center will relocate to the River Ridge Commerce Center.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/us-census-bureau-office-to-move/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Oct 2024 20:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/us-census-bureau-office-to-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[These executives took on new roles in Q3 (PHOTOS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest entry into our quarterly New Executives to Watch feature is here.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/these-executives-took-on-new-roles-in-q3-photos/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Oct 2024 20:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/these-executives-took-on-new-roles-in-q3-photos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Caesars Foundation leader exits]]></title><description><![CDATA[This leader grew up locally and has worked for Ivy Tech Community College, the Kentucky Science Center and Volunteers of America of Kentucky. He's now leaving the area for a new role.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/caesars-foundation-leader-exits/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Oct 2024 20:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/caesars-foundation-leader-exits/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bars and restaurants that opened in Louisville in 2024]]></title><description><![CDATA[Looking for something new? These bars and restaurants opened this year in Louisville.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bars-and-restaurants-that-opened-in-louisville-in-2024/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Oct 2024 20:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bars-and-restaurants-that-opened-in-louisville-in-2024/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2 local attractions make USA Today top 10 list]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of these two venues also just announced record-breaking attendance.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/2-local-attractions-make-usa-today-top-10-list/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Oct 2024 19:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/2-local-attractions-make-usa-today-top-10-list/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Waterfront Park's Great Lawn gets new name]]></title><description><![CDATA[The rebranding comes following a big donation from a national nonprofit.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/waterfront-parks-great-lawn-gets-new-name/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Oct 2024 16:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/waterfront-parks-great-lawn-gets-new-name/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kroger now offering subscription to Disney streaming services with Boost membership]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kroger is offering access to a selection of Disney streaming services as part of its Boost by Kroger Plus grocery delivery program.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kroger-now-offering-subscription-to-disney-streaming-services-with-boost-membership/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Oct 2024 13:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kroger-now-offering-subscription-to-disney-streaming-services-with-boost-membership/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UofL innovation leader looks back on one year on campus]]></title><description><![CDATA[Time flies when you&rsquo;re making inroads. Just ask Sergey Anokhin at the University of Louisville&rsquo;s Forcht Center for Entrepreneurship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uofl-innovation-leader-looks-back-on-one-year-on-campus/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Oct 2024 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/uofl-innovation-leader-looks-back-on-one-year-on-campus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two large banks add multiple branches in Louisville]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two major banks are in the process of opening numerous new branches across Louisville and Southern Indiana.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/two-large-banks-add-multiple-branches-in-louisville/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Oct 2024 12:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/two-large-banks-add-multiple-branches-in-louisville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bar leaving Butchertown for new location in NuLu]]></title><description><![CDATA[According to the bar's social media post, the decision to move the High Horse was motivated by a disagreement with the bar's landlord.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bar-leaving-butchertown-for-new-location-in-nulu/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Oct 2024 21:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/bar-leaving-butchertown-for-new-location-in-nulu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New pedway to connect major NuLu developments]]></title><description><![CDATA[The skyway could help create a new tech hub for Louisville.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-pedway-to-connect-major-nulu-developments/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Oct 2024 20:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/new-pedway-to-connect-major-nulu-developments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Speakeasy unveiled at Yum Center]]></title><description><![CDATA[The speakeasy replaces the Evan Williams Bourbon Bar.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/speakeasy-unveiled-at-yum-center/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Oct 2024 13:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/speakeasy-unveiled-at-yum-center/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DATA DIVE: 39% of U.S. businesses are women-owned]]></title><description><![CDATA[The number of women-owned businesses increased by 5.9% from 2022 to 2023.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/data-dive-39-of-us-businesses-are-women-owned/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Oct 2024 12:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/data-dive-39-of-us-businesses-are-women-owned/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[First Look: Louisville Slugger Hitting Lab opens it doors to MLB clientele (GALLERY)]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the upcoming months, visitors to the Louisville Slugger Museum &amp; Factory campus might see a few Major League Baseball players walking the grounds.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/first-look-louisville-slugger-hitting-lab-opens-it-doors-to-mlb-clientele-gallery/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Oct 2024 12:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/first-look-louisville-slugger-hitting-lab-opens-it-doors-to-mlb-clientele-gallery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Local tourism company expands to Europe]]></title><description><![CDATA[The company, which was purchased from its founders earlier this year, is expanding to its first foreign market.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/local-tourism-company-expands-to-europe/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Oct 2024 12:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/local-tourism-company-expands-to-europe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[See which bank branches closed in Q3]]></title><description><![CDATA[Public documents show where banks shut down branches in the third quarter.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/see-which-bank-branches-closed-in-q3/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Oct 2024 20:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/see-which-bank-branches-closed-in-q3/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kentucky distillery completes near $30M project (PHOTOS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[The nearly $30 million project dramatically increases capacity and adds jobs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-distillery-completes-near-30m-project-photos/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Oct 2024 20:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-distillery-completes-near-30m-project-photos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Highlands market and cafe opens]]></title><description><![CDATA[The market in a space that was previously occupied by Dad&rsquo;s Coffee, which closed in April after less than two years in business.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/highlands-market-and-cafe-opens/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Oct 2024 20:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/highlands-market-and-cafe-opens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Downtown apartment project now tops 300 units]]></title><description><![CDATA[The number of units Louisville-area housing developer LDG Development plans to build at the Brown Bros. Cadillac dealership on Broadway has almost doubled compared to previous plans for the site.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/downtown-apartment-project-now-tops-300-units/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Oct 2024 19:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/downtown-apartment-project-now-tops-300-units/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Private school names new leader]]></title><description><![CDATA[The appointment comes following a rigorous nationwide search.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/private-school-names-new-leader/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Oct 2024 13:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/private-school-names-new-leader/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kentucky startup aids Helene victims through clothing line]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hurricane Helene&rsquo;s aftermath did not have a severe impact on Kentucky &mdash; but it hit close enough for one Kentucky company to react in a significant way.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-startup-aids-helene-victims-through-clothing-line/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Oct 2024 12:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-startup-aids-helene-victims-through-clothing-line/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[These are the most expensive homes sold in Jefferson County (Sept. 10)]]></title><description><![CDATA[A majority of real estate agents think changes to the industry's commissions will pressure professionals to quit their jobs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/these-are-the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-sept-10/</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Oct 2024 20:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/these-are-the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-sept-10/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Treyton Oaks names new CEO and CFO]]></title><description><![CDATA[The large nonprofit is adding years of experience to its executive team.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/treyton-oaks-names-new-ceo-and-cfo/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Oct 2024 20:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/treyton-oaks-names-new-ceo-and-cfo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Embattled Highlands bar closes]]></title><description><![CDATA[The bar had nearly a 20-year run at the busy intersection, but saw controversy over the past year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/embattled-highlands-bar-closes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Oct 2024 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/embattled-highlands-bar-closes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sundance Film Festival: How many millions Louisville and Kentucky offered up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville's Sundance Film Festival proposal was based upon a combination of factors, including an economic impact study and the value of hosting the internationally acclaimed event in Louisville.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/sundance-film-festival-how-many-millions-louisville-and-kentucky-offered-up/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Oct 2024 19:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/sundance-film-festival-how-many-millions-louisville-and-kentucky-offered-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ANNOUNCING: LBF's 2024 Business Impact Awards honorees]]></title><description><![CDATA[These companies are making a big impact in Greater Louisville. See who is being honored.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/announcing-lbfs-2024-business-impact-awards-honorees/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Oct 2024 17:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/announcing-lbfs-2024-business-impact-awards-honorees/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Q&amp;As: 20 People to Know in Real Estate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Get to know Louisville Business First's 20 People to Know in local commercial and residential real estate.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/qampas-20-people-to-know-in-real-estate/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Oct 2024 13:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/qampas-20-people-to-know-in-real-estate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville Public Media president announces departure]]></title><description><![CDATA[The nonprofit leader says he's leaving the organization after six years at the helm.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-public-media-president-announces-departure/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Oct 2024 13:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-public-media-president-announces-departure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How a former college football player is using bourbon to raise money for spinal injury research]]></title><description><![CDATA[The former player has been using his bourbon brand to raise money for spinal cord research.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/how-a-former-college-football-player-is-using-bourbon-to-raise-money-for-spinal-injury-research/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Oct 2024 13:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/how-a-former-college-football-player-is-using-bourbon-to-raise-money-for-spinal-injury-research/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Whiskey winnings' Examining the landscape of bourbon raffles and auctions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Consumer desire for hard-to-find bourbons leads to 'whiskey winnings' for area organizations]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/whiskey-winnings-examining-the-landscape-of-bourbon-raffles-and-auctions/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Oct 2024 12:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/whiskey-winnings-examining-the-landscape-of-bourbon-raffles-and-auctions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ford unveils redesigned SUV (PHOTOS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Louisville-made SUV from Ford gets a new look. Check it out in our photo gallery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ford-unveils-redesigned-suv-photos/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Oct 2024 02:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ford-unveils-redesigned-suv-photos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[20 People to Know in Real Estate: Shelly Bringardner]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shelly Bringardner of Lenihan Sotheby&rsquo;s International Realty is one of our 20 People to Know in Real Estate for 2024.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-real-estate-shelly-bringardner/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Oct 2024 22:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/20-people-to-know-in-real-estate-shelly-bringardner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Employees at these Louisville organizations are giving the most to presidential campaigns]]></title><description><![CDATA[According to organization data collected and organized by Open Secrets, UPS employees have contributed more than $226,500 to presidential campaigns this year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/employees-at-these-louisville-organizations-are-giving-the-most-to-presidential-campaigns/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Oct 2024 13:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/employees-at-these-louisville-organizations-are-giving-the-most-to-presidential-campaigns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vendome Copper &amp; Brass Works Inc. expands manufacturing capacity]]></title><description><![CDATA[The newly established 50,000-square-foot facility is tailored for the production of large equipment used in various industries.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/vendome-copper-amp-brass-works-inc-expands-manufacturing-capacity/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Oct 2024 13:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/vendome-copper-amp-brass-works-inc-expands-manufacturing-capacity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lone Kentuckian among 400 richest Americans]]></title><description><![CDATA[Her net worth grew more than 20% since appearing on the 2023 list of richest Americans.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/lone-kentuckian-among-400-richest-americans/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Oct 2024 12:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/lone-kentuckian-among-400-richest-americans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CEO of Kentucky home contractor buys Florida golf club for $5M]]></title><description><![CDATA[The CEO of a Kentucky home contractor has purchased a Florida golf club designed by prolific golf course architect Joe Lee.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ceo-of-kentucky-home-contractor-buys-florida-golf-club-for-5m/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Oct 2024 12:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/ceo-of-kentucky-home-contractor-buys-florida-golf-club-for-5m/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Credit union names its next president and CEO]]></title><description><![CDATA[After more than a decade, the head of one of Louisville's largest locally-based credit unions is set to retire and his replacement has already been named.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/credit-union-names-its-next-president-and-ceo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Oct 2024 20:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/credit-union-names-its-next-president-and-ceo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Home Run Burger plans to reopen one location]]></title><description><![CDATA[A locally owned fast casual burger chain is taking another swing in Central Louisville.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/home-run-burger-plans-to-reopen-one-location/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Oct 2024 20:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/home-run-burger-plans-to-reopen-one-location/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Daily service resumes between SDF and big Texas city]]></title><description><![CDATA[This low-cost airline serves 12 destinations from Louisville with 19 daily departing flights.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/daily-service-resumes-between-sdf-and-big-texas-city/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Oct 2024 20:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/daily-service-resumes-between-sdf-and-big-texas-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Renovations on new LMPD headquarters get underway this month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Demolition and prepping crews have been working in the building for months.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/renovations-on-new-lmpd-headquarters-get-underway-this-month/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Oct 2024 19:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/renovations-on-new-lmpd-headquarters-get-underway-this-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Humana shares plummet on Medicare Advantage ratings cuts]]></title><description><![CDATA[The company says it plans to appeal the Medicare rating cuts that hurt its stock price.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/humana-shares-plummet-on-medicare-advantage-ratings-cuts/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Oct 2024 17:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/humana-shares-plummet-on-medicare-advantage-ratings-cuts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville firm tapped to make St. Louis safer]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Louisville-based firm will manage the new St. Louis Ambassador program.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-firm-tapped-to-make-st-louis-safer/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Oct 2024 13:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-firm-tapped-to-make-st-louis-safer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louder Than Life days 3 and 4 (PHOTOS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[After the rains came, but mud remained. But rock fans still made the most of it Saturday and Sunday at Louder Than Life. See the photos.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louder-than-life-days-3-and-4-photos/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Oct 2024 19:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louder-than-life-days-3-and-4-photos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EXCLUSIVE: Spirits giant plans whiskey hub. Louisville looks to be in the mix.]]></title><description><![CDATA[A local bourbon brand founder has been named as chief whiskey officer at the new venture.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/exclusive-spirits-giant-plans-whiskey-hub-louisville-looks-to-be-in-the-mix/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Oct 2024 18:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/exclusive-spirits-giant-plans-whiskey-hub-louisville-looks-to-be-in-the-mix/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kentucky Supreme Court suspends KY attorney]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Kentucky Supreme Court has suspended Kentucky attorney Ben Dusing from the practice of law.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-supreme-court-suspends-ky-attorney/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Oct 2024 18:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kentucky-supreme-court-suspends-ky-attorney/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louisville franchisee files for bankruptcy after Nashville difficulties]]></title><description><![CDATA[The move comes after the firm's Nashville operations took on heavy debt.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-franchisee-files-for-bankruptcy-after-nashville-difficulties/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Oct 2024 17:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louisville-franchisee-files-for-bankruptcy-after-nashville-difficulties/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The impact of the new multigenerational workforce and shift in workplace benefits on employers]]></title><description><![CDATA[An aging population and a new worker majority make for a substantial shift in the American workforce.<br />
The landscape of the U.S. workforce has undergone a dramatic transformation in recent years with millennials and Gen Z representing more than 53% of the workforce [1]. Moreover, the workforce is growing at a slower pace than in the past [2]. This competitive labor market means companies that want to set themselves apart must focus on strategic investments in employee benefits beyond traditional&]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-impact-of-the-new-multigenerational-workforce-and-shift-in-workplace-benefits-on-employers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Oct 2024 14:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-impact-of-the-new-multigenerational-workforce-and-shift-in-workplace-benefits-on-employers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kroger, FTC file closing briefs in federal antitrust case seeking to halt Albertsons merger]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kroger argues the merger will lower consumer prices, but the FTC may still prevail in blocking the deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kroger-ftc-file-closing-briefs-in-federal-antitrust-case-seeking-to-halt-albertsons-merger/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Oct 2024 13:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/kroger-ftc-file-closing-briefs-in-federal-antitrust-case-seeking-to-halt-albertsons-merger/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iconic Old Louisville diner sold to developer behind Noble Funk]]></title><description><![CDATA[The diner has been an Old Louisville fixture since 1967.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/iconic-old-louisville-diner-sold-to-developer-behind-noble-funk/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Oct 2024 13:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/iconic-old-louisville-diner-sold-to-developer-behind-noble-funk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[William Summers V: Community connection and family history drive the Republic Bank exec]]></title><description><![CDATA[William Summers V knew he would carry on his family's legacy. And he tells LBF why a career in banking helped him do exactly that.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/william-summers-v-community-connection-and-family-history-drive-the-republic-bank-exec/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Oct 2024 12:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/william-summers-v-community-connection-and-family-history-drive-the-republic-bank-exec/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Safai Coffee owner launches bourbon brand]]></title><description><![CDATA[Give it eight years, the man said. And so Mike Safai did. Now, the bourbon &mdash; officially called Safai Bourbon &mdash; has made it to shelves in Kentucky liquor stores (at least for a while).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/safai-coffee-owner-launches-bourbon-brand/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Oct 2024 12:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/safai-coffee-owner-launches-bourbon-brand/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[When BoA's 5 local branches will open]]></title><description><![CDATA[The huge bank plans to have 10 financial centers in the state by end of 2027, with at least half in the Louisville area.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/when-boas-5-local-branches-will-open/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Oct 2024 12:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/when-boas-5-local-branches-will-open/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The most expensive homes sold in Jefferson County (late August)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our latest roundup of the most expensive homes sold in Jefferson County is here.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-late-august/</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Sep 2024 17:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/the-most-expensive-homes-sold-in-jefferson-county-late-august/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louder Than Life day 1 (PHOTOS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louisville Business First was out at Highland Festival Grounds on Thursday to take in the sights and sounds. See the photos.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louder-than-life-day-1-photos/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Sep 2024 20:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/louder-than-life-day-1-photos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[JCPS superintendent stepping down]]></title><description><![CDATA[According to an announcement sent to JCPS personnel Friday afternoon, Superintendent Marty Pollio is stepping down.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/jcps-superintendent-stepping-down/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Sep 2024 21:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/jcps-superintendent-stepping-down/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big Louisville nonprofit adds to C-suite]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the city's largest nonprofits makes a pair of key leadership hires.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/big-louisville-nonprofit-adds-to-c-suite/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Sep 2024 20:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/kentucky/big-louisville-nonprofit-adds-to-c-suite/</guid></item></channel></rss>