LIHEAP is accepting applications through March 30th or until available funds have been expended, whichever comes first. This year’s Crisis Program features expanded eligibility for past due amounts in addition to those that have received a disconnect notice. Residents wishing to apply must make an appointment utilizing the automated appointment system. Schedule appointments by phone at 502-991-8391 or online at louisvilleky.cascheduler.com.  The toll-free service is available twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.

The Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness and its community partners are offering free stop smoking classes using the American Lung Association's Freedom From Smoking® (FFS) program. The eight-session program includes weekly support group meetings combined with the use of nicotine replacement products such as patches and gum. Participants receive free supplies of nicotine replacement products. For further information call 574-7867, email StopSmoking@louisvilleky.gov or go online.

January is National Radon Action month. The Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness wants you to know the dangers of radon and encourages you to test your home. Radon is a gas that you cannot smell, taste or see. It forms naturally when uranium, radium and thorium break down in rocks, soil and groundwater. People can be exposed to radon primarily from breathing radon in air that comes in through cracks and gaps in homes and other buildings. Radon can cause lung cancer through prolonged exposure. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, behind smoking, and the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers, causing between 15,000 and 22,000 lung cancer deaths each year. The department is offering free radon test kits while the supply lasts. You can request a kit by calling 574-6650.

TreesLouisville, in partnership with the Louisville Metro Division of Community Forestry, is currently running a Tree Rebate Program as an incentive for homeowners to plant more trees.

The Tree Rebate Program is open to all residents of Jefferson County. Through the program, participants can earn a rebate of 40 percent (up to $80) on the purchase of a shade tree. Rebates will be awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis until funds run out. For full details, visit treeslouisville.org/rebate.

Kentucky Kingdom and Hurricane Bay are hiring for the upcoming park season. There are 1,400 positions in several departments, including rides, food service, retail, public safety, and guest services. Kentucky Kingdom lifeguards must be at least 16 years-old and ride operators must be at least 18. There are a limited number of positions open for applicants who are 15. For further information or applications click here.

Louisville Parks and Recreation is currently accepting applications for AmeriCorps and VISTA positions. Positions include service terms of 9 to 12 months starting now. They currently have openings in natural areas, forestry and landscaping, environmental education, community centers, and volunteer programming. Individuals selected will be eligible to receive a living allowance and educational award and may also be eligible for health insurance and child care. For additional information/application, send email of interest to Laura.Ryan@louisvilleky.gov and attach a copy of your resume.