August 2010

Kentucky’s Drinking Water

by rfisher August 30, 2010

Clean drinking water – fortunately most of us take it for granted. Sure, if you’re getting your water from the Ohio, right now there’s a funky taste, but those of us here in Louisville know we usually have really good tap water. For those of us out in the state, it varies by community. So, where does Kentucky get its drinking water, how do we know it is safe and what about the future? Join us on Tuesday when we talk with representatives from Kentucky’s two largest water providers, Louisville Water Company and Kentucky American Water. We welcome your questions and comments.   Listen to the Show

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Jackson Woods Renovations Underway

by Gabe Bullard August 30, 2010

An affordable-housing development in Louisville’s Shelby Park and Smoketown neighborhoods is being renovated with help from private donors and the federal stimulus package.

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Traffic Diversion on Main Street Downtown This Week

by Todd Mundt August 30, 2010

Construction crews will be installing signage on the KFC Yum Center this week. That means, after morning rush, one lane of traffic will be closed to accommodate a large crane.

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Bridges Project A Growing Issue In Mayor's Race

by Gabe Bullard August 30, 2010

The Bridges Authority is now figuring out how to pay for the project. Three candidates for mayor have spoken against high tolls on new bridges and any tolls on Spaghetti Junction. And, a recent poll showed the majority of Louisvillians opposed to the entire project.

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Meeting To Be Held On Making First And Brook Streets Two-Way

by Gabe Bullard August 30, 2010

A meeting will be held Monday evening in Old Louisville to discuss changing First and Brook Streets from one-way to two-way. It’s an issue that has been discussed before.

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Ruling Likely This Week In Furlough Suit

by tcveigh August 30, 2010

Attorneys for six state employees are pursuing a temporary injunction blocking upcoming furloughs and want the case declared a class action lawsuit. They argue the state has other options for cutting costs, like trimming spending on capital projects.

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Health Officials Urge Preparation For Flu Season

by Rick Howlett August 30, 2010

This year people will only have to get one shot to be vaccinated against both H1N1 and the seasonal flu virus. Schulz says most health care facilities should begin offering flu shots next month.

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Austrailians Take Ford Ironman Louisville Titles

by Rick Howlett August 29, 2010

The competition includes a 2.4 mile swim in the Ohio River, followed by a 112 mile bike ride and a 26.2 mile marathon run.

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Bridge Replacement To Close Stretch Of I-64

by Rick Howlett August 29, 2010

“The section of I-64 at the Simpsonville exit is going to be closed Monday evening August 30th and Tuesday evening August 31st. This will allow for demolition of the bridge on KY 1848 that goes over the interstate,” said Andrea Clifford of the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet.

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Ironman Competition This Weekend In Louisville

by Rick Howlett August 27, 2010

Competition begins at 7:00 a.m. Sunday with a 2.4 mile swim in the Ohio River near Tumbleweed restaurant then it’s on to a 112 mile bike race and a 26.2 mile marathon.

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