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Greenspace To Be “Parklands Of Floyds Fork”

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The non-profit group that’s creating a four-thousand acre park system along eastern Louisville’s Floyd’s Fork corridor has given the project an official name and brand.

Arena Opening Just Over Two Months Away

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The head of construction for Louisville’s new downtown arena says the project has presented some unique challenges.

Hollowell Files For Special Election

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Sixth District Metro Councilman Deonte Hollowell has filed to run in the special election that will be held for his seat this November. Hollowell is the first candidate to file to run for the seat, which was previously held by the late George Unseld.

New Sprayground Opens In Portland

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Louisville’s tenth free sprayground was opened Wednesday by Mayor Jerry Abramson at LaPorte Park in the city’s Portland neighborhood.

Hollowell To Seek 6th District Seat In Special Election

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Independent Metro Councilmember Deonte Hollowell will file his paperwork Wednesday to run for the seat he was appointed to last month. Hollwell will be the first person to declare his candidacy in the race.

Work Continues On Zoo Polar Bear Exhibit

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The Louisville Zoo continues work on the next phase of Glacier Run, the Arctic themed exhibit that will feature polar bears, sea lions, and Amur Tigers.

HullabaLOU To Return In 2011

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Officials says last weekend’s HullabaLOU Festival drew nearly 79,000 music fans from across North America, despite the searing summer heat.