January 2009

Louisville Metro Offers Shelters

by Gabe Bullard January 28, 2009

Louisville Metro Government is offering a place to stay and access to electricity to anyone who lost power in the ice storm.

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Power Restoration Could Take 7-10 Days

by Gabe Bullard January 28, 2009

Utility officials in Kentucky say crews are coming in from several states to help restore power lost in this week’s ice storm.

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Storm Causes Problems For Sewer District

by Gabe Bullard January 28, 2009

The ice storm has caused problems for the Louisville Metro Sewer District.

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PSC Says 473,000 In Kentucky Without Power

by Rick Howlett January 28, 2009

The Kentucky Public Service Commission says the ice storm that moved across Kentucky Tuesday and Wednesday has left 473,000 utility customers without electricity. That includes about 100,000 Louisville Gas and Electric Customers and more than 176,000 Kentucky Utilities customers. In southern Indiana, Duke Energy says more than 60,000 customers are without service and that number [...]

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Beshear: Budget Woes Won't Affect Storm Relief

by Rick Howlett January 28, 2009

Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear says state government’s financial crisis won’t have any impact on efforts to help citizens recover from the ice storm. Beshear says the state will deliver emergency services at full strength.                “We’re going to pull out all the stops, money is not going to be an object and a problem when it [...]

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Duke Energy Restoring Service In Southern Indiana

by Rick Howlett January 28, 2009

Tens of thousands of Duke Energy customers in southern Indiana are without electricity in the  wake of the ice storm. Company spokesman Lou Middleton says crews are in the field assessing the damage. “We are looking at just about 40,000  people out in Clarksville, about 16,700 who are out in the Corydon and Salem area, [...]

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Investing in a Volitle Market

by Laura Ellis January 28, 2009

Wall Street is continuing to take investors on a wild ride. Up one day, down the next, what’s an investor to do? With many stocks at an all time low, could this be a good time to put money into the market? But just because a stock is low doesn’t mean it’s a good investment. And many people are wondering about their 401(k)’s and if they should stop contributing until the market levels out. And what about bonds, or… So whether you are a seasoned investor or just thinking of getting your feet wet, join us this Friday with your questions about investing in a volatile market. Listen to the Show

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E-On VP Compares Ice Storm To Ike In Louisville

by Gabe Bullard January 28, 2009

Last night’s ice storms have brought the second widespread power outage to Louisville in six months.

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Downed Power Line Safety Info From E.ON U.S.

by Rick Howlett January 28, 2009

Stay away from downed wires. Keep others away, too. Always assume any downed wire is an energized power line and call us immediately. LG&E Customers:   (502) 589-3500 (toll-free 1-800-331-7370) KU/ODP Customers:   (800) 981-0600 There is no way to tell if a downed wire is an energized power line, or a cable or telephone wire. We [...]

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Weather Statement From The Mayor's Office

by Rick Howlett January 28, 2009

More than 75,000 people are without power in Louisville, and more than a dozen roads are blocked by downed trees, limbs and power lines, following a major ice storm that glazed the city overnight. “This is a dangerous situation,” Mayor Jerry Abramson said. “People should not leave their homes unless absolutely necessary.” Mayor Jerry Abramson [...]

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