 The West Louisville Performing Arts Academy, known as The West Louisville Boys and Girls Choirs, hosted its 19th Annual Hope Awards Dinner Concert. This award is given annually to someone who has spent their life instilling hope in the hearts of young children and for giving them a vision they could never create on their own.
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 This year's recipient was Manfred Reid, Sr. Reid was born in the coal-mining town of Lothair, Ky., near Hazard, and moved to Louisville with his parents and siblings, when he was eight. Reid is a proud graduate of Central High School and attended Kentucky State University and Bellarmine College (now University).
In the late 1980s, Reid said, he was urged to attend a residents’ council meeting at Beecher Terrace, and soon was council president. That later led to his appointment to the Housing Authority’s board of commissioners.
Reid is proud of the work he’s done on projects that resulted in the redevelopment of public housing complexes in Louisville – and he is especially gratified by recent news that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has awarded Louisville a $29.5 million grant to kick-start the Vision Russell plan to transform the neighborhood where he lives.
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We had a wonderful time at the Greater Louisville Building and Trades Council Holiday Luncheon at IBEW Local 36. |
 Councilwomen Sexton Smith and Bryant Hamilton celebrated the 43rd Annual Police Auxiliary Holiday Party at the Molly Leonard Portland Community Center.
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 The room was full of smiles at the retirement celebration for Councilwoman Mary C. Woolridge. The only thing she loves more than serving District 3 is her family. Thank you for your sacrifice, tenacity and spirit. Happy Re-Wirement!
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Bourbon Barrel Foods began as a soy sauce microbrewery. Matt Jamie taught himself the art of soy sauce brewing by researching online, followed by many hours of trial and error. The final result is their Bluegrass Soy Sauce, inspired by Kentucky’s nickname, “The Bluegrass State.” Thank you for making your home in historic Butchertown Market!
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Youthbuild's Building Lives Breakfast was a chance for guests to meet students and alumni from YouthBuild Louisville, while also learning about the unique services and outcomes YouthBuild produces. Student and staff shared stories to provide guests with an in-depth understanding of the impact and benefits of the program. |
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 Whereas, Dr. James Elijah Miller was born on July 2, 1936 in Dallas, Texas, raised by his mother and his stepfather, George Butler, and he loved spending time with his grandmother, Cora Burks, who imparted a wealth of knowledge upon him that he used throughout his lifetime; and
Whereas, Dr. Miller received degrees from both Butler College and Dallas Theological Seminary; and
Whereas, Dr. Miller began preaching as a teenager at Beulah Baptist Church in Texas, and later preached at Greater Galilee Baptist Church in Oklahoma before being called to serve in Louisville; and
Whereas, Dr. Miller was the Pastor of Lampton Baptist Church in Louisville for 44 years, and after retirement he joined Christ’s Church of Our Community as an Associate Pastor; and
Whereas, Dr. Miller served the Louisville community for more than 40 years in various ways including the following: hosted the Annual Martin Luther King Memorial Program, was an active member of the NAACP’s State Conference and an integral part of the 1979 NAACP National Convention in Louisville, and Mayor Harvey Sloane appointed him as Board Commissioner of the Housing Authority of Louisville where he served for 10 years and also awarded him with the key to the City of Louisville; and
Whereas, Dr. Miller was married to the late Doris Fay Lyons and had four children, Rev. Joel Miller, Rev. David Miller, JoAnna Harlan, and DeAnna Miller-Wooden. Dr. Miller passed away on September 2, 2018, and leaves behind his children, sisters, and many grandchildren, godchildren and great grandchildren; and
Whereas, the Council would like to recognize Dr. James E. Miller for his service to the Louisville community.
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Councilwoman Barbara Sexton Smith will join the family and friends of the late Dr. James E. Miller and unveil an honorary sign on Golden Rule Way near the church where he preached. The unveiling ceremony will take place at 11:00am at the corner of South Fourth Street and Golden Rule Way located next to Immanuel Baptist Church.
Louisville Metro Government is seeking input for a feasibility study on the need for a new indoor aquatics center and will be hosting two public meetings to gather input during the month of December.
Saturday, December 15, 1-3 p.m. – Central High School, 130 W. Chestnut Street, 40203
Those who are unable to attend either meeting can also give feedback by e-mailing parks@louisvilleky.gov or by filling out an online form located here.
 The 8th Annual Give-A-Jam to End Homelessness will be held on Thursday, December 20th from 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. at Headliners Music Hall, 1386 Lexington Road. The evening will feature performances by local musicians and artists including: Ben Sollee, John Gage, Tyrone Cotton, Relic with Michael Cleveland and many more. General admission is $20 in advance and $25 at the door. VIP tickets are $45 in advance and $50 the day of the show. Proceeds will benefit the Coalition for the Homeless and its efforts to end youth, veteran and chronic homelessness. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.louhomeless.org. Tickets may be available at the door, but the event has sold out in previous years so advanced tickets are encouraged.
For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit www.louhomeless.org.
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Is it hard to for you to get food where you live? What makes it easy or difficult? The Courier Journal wants to know. The newspaper has received support from the University of Southern California's Center for Health Journalism to embark on a project about food insecurity in Louisville, with the goal of presenting solutions that fit our community. You can help us make sense of what's going on here by taking this survey: We won't publish any information you share without your permission.
Take the survey HERE
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The Sickle Cell Association of Kentuckiana (SCAK) and the Youth In Action Network (YIAN) are collecting blankets for the homeless, veterans, and the needy in our community. This event is in celebration of the Martin Luther King Day of Service 2019, and our collaboration with Blanket Louisville and the Louisville Metro Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP). Donors are encouraged to put a blanket on their holiday shopping list to donate to this worthy cause.
Slightly used or new blankets can be dropped off daily at:
Louisville Metro Office of Resilience and Community Services, 701 W. Ormsby Ave, Ste 201
Louisville, KY 40203
On January 5, 2019, from 1 to 3 pm
Bon Air Library
2816 Del Rio Pl.
Louisville, KY 40220
For further pickup or drop off information
Contact: Jo Ann Orr
(502)767-2260
   
 
There are many free and low-cost activities to keep students active and engaged during the winter break. Camps, movies, parties and sports clinics are among the dozens of activities available during the Jefferson County Public Schools winter break, Dec. 24-Jan. 4, and throughout the month of December.
Louisville Parks and Recreation has published a Holiday Event guide that contains more than 30 events taking place during the month of December at community centers, the city’s two historic homes and more. The season is capped with a free winter break sports camp offered by University of Louisville basketball legend Robbie Valentine at Cyril Allgeier Community Center on Jan.3-4. To register for Valentine’s camp, click here.
Also, the Louisville Free Public Library will offer more than 100 free programs for kids, teens, and families while school is out, including story times, crafts, film screenings, games, and more. As always, the library also offers a wide selection of books and DVDs to keep kids reading and entertained during the break—all for free. A complete list of library programs is available at http://www.lfpl.org/events.
The Southwest Regional Library will host the Winter Wonderland Train Show — presented by K & I Model Rail Road Club —Dec. 22-Jan 6. The show is free and open during regular library hours, for more information, click here.
In addition, the Kentucky Science Center is offering day camps for children ages Pre-K through grade 5. Children can attend as many days as they like or just do it a day at a time and learn about coding, robotics, engineering and more. For more information, click here.
FOR MORE INFORMATION Louisville Parks and Recreation: https://bestparksever.com Jefferson County Public Schools: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/ Kentucky Science Center: https://kysciencecenter.org/ Louisville Free Public Library: http://www.lfpl.org/
Enhanced After School Tutoring Program & Cultural Institute
Our students are coming home these days with more questions, fewer books and the achievement gap continues to increase. The Office of Multicultural Ministry’s Catholic Enrichment Center is offering homework assistance and basic academic review for students in grades K-12 to assist in bridging that gap. Students will be exposed to alternative learning exercises provided by experienced educators. Tutoring takes place on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. The Cultural Institute is being offered again this year. Sewing takes place on Monday, Dance on Tuesday and Arts and Crafts on Thursday. The daily tutoring sessions are by appointment only and must be scheduled in advance. The program cost is $20 per month per child. Contact the CEC at 502.776.0262 for additional information and to schedule your child. Volunteers are always welcome to assist with providing tutoring! The center is located at 3146 West Broadway, Louisville, KY 40211.
Men’s Bible Study
The Office of Multicultural Ministry’s Catholic Enrichment Center is hosting Men’s Bible Study sessions on Tuesdays from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. This is a weekly opportunity for men to study scripture and explore the power of God’s word while providing an opportunity for men to connect and bond with other men through this male ministry initiative. This program is in partnership with the Naioth School Ministry. For more information contact John Reed at 502.776.0262 or John McKinney, PhD at 502.602.1316.
Citywide Kwanzaa Celebration
The Office of Multicultural Ministry will host the 37th Annual Citywide Kwanzaa Celebration on Saturday, December 29, 2018, 12:00 p.m. at Catholic Enrichment Center, 3146 West Broadway, Louisville, KY 40211. This is a community-wide family event filled with music, prayer, African drumming, food, a celebration of history and much more. Kwanzaa, which means “first fruits of the harvest” in the African language Kiswahili, is a seven-day harvest festival celebrated December 26 – January 1. This is a celebration of family, community and culture. It is not a religious holiday. Kwanzaa was founded in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga, Professor of Africana Studies at California State University-Long Beach. At the heart and center of Kwanzaa are the Nguzo Saba, The Seven Principles, one for each day of the observance. The principle and practice of the day for the 2013 celebration is Nia (NEE-ah) which means Purpose: To make our collective vocation the building and developing of our community in order to restore our people to their traditional greatness. For further details, please call the Office of Multicultural Ministry at 502/636-0296, ext. 1245 or the Catholic Enrichment Center at 502/776-0262.
ACT/SAT Test Prep
The Office of Multicultural Ministry’s Catholic Enrichment Center will offer ACT/SAT Test Prep Sessions on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., October 20, 2018 – June 1, 2019. The center is located at 3146 West Broadway, Louisville, KY 40211. The next dates are: January 9, 2019; April 6, 2019; and June 1, 2019. The classes are FREE!! These dates coincide with the national ACT/SAT test dates which are: February 9, 2019; April 13, 2019; June 8, 2019; and July 13, 2019. The test is not offered at the CEC. Call 502.776.0262 for additional information or to register.
Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration
The Archdiocese of Louisville’s Office of Multicultural Ministry will host its 34th Annual Archdiocesan Community Wide Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration on Monday, January 21, 2019, 10:00 a.m. at the Cathedral of the Assumption, 433 South Fifth Street, Louisville, KY 40202. The theme is “From Maintenance to Mission” and Sr. Anita P. Baird, DHM will be the Guest Speaker. Join Archbishop Joseph E. Kurtz, D.D., the Archdiocesan Gospel Choir, and many more during this celebration to honor a man who fought for all people. This service of prayer and praise will include scripture, reflective readings and songs of praise. For further details please call the Office of Multicultural Ministry at (502)636-0296.
 See Something Say Something!!!!
We all know that
illegal dumping--putting waste on property that is not licensed as a disposal
facility--is an eyesore that is expensive to clean up, diminishes quality of
life, discourages economic development and even sends plastic debris into our
waterways.
That's why people caught dumping along our
city's alleys, sidewalks, fields and roadsides are subject to fines and
impoundment of any vehicle used in the dumping. That's where citizens can help
with the problem. If you witness illegal dumping while it's happening, report
it.
We've developed a new online form you can use to tell us where
it happened, describe the vehicle(s) involved, preferably with license plate
number(s), and even upload pictures. Of course you can always call
Metro Call 311 or 574-5000. For more information about illegal dumping,
including a link to the reporting form, visit our illegal dumping webpage.
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 The public comment period is 30 days after the announcement is printed in the Courier Journal. If you chose to voice your opinion, letters must be mailed to: Alcohol Beverage Control Board
1003 Twilight Drive
Frankfort, KY 40601.
New Location 720 Brent Street
Attached, please find a New Location memo and Courier Journal Legal announcement for an NQ1 Retail Drink and Extended Hours Supplemental license(s) being applied for, located at 720 Brent Street, Louisville, KY, 40204. The ad ran in The Courier Journal Wednesday, December 12, 2018.
Addition to License 800 E. Kentucky Street
Attached, please find an Addition to Existing License memo and Courier Journal Legal announcement for a Quota Retail Liquor by the Package license being applied for, located at 800 E. Kentucky Street, Louisville, KY. 40204. The ad ran in The Courier Journal Wednesday, December 12, 2018.
New Location 108 W. Washington Street
Attached, please find a New Location memo and Courier Journal Legal announcement for an NQ2 Retail Drink, Sunday Liquor Drink, Quota Retail Liquor by the Package, NQ Retail Malt Beverage by the Package, and 2 a.m. Extended Drink and Package Sales Hours license(s) being applied for, located at 108 W. Washington Street, Louisville, KY. 40202. The ad ran in The Courier Journal Wednesday, December 5, 2018.
Addition to Existing License 146 N. Clay Street
Attached, please find an Addition to Existing License memo and Courier Journal Legal announcement for a Quota Retail Liquor by the Drink license being applied for, located at 146 N. Clay Street, Louisville, KY. 40202. The ad ran in The Courier Journal Saturday, November 24, 2018.
Addition to License 129 E. River Road
Attached, please find an Addition to License memo and Courier Journal Legal announcement for a 4 a.m. Extended Hours license being applied for, located at 401 West River Road, Louisville, KY. 40202. The ad ran in The Courier Journal Wednesday, November 21, 2018.
Change in Ownership 301 S. 18th St.
Attached, please find a Change in Ownership memo and Courier Journal Legal announcement for an NQ Retail Malt Beverage by the Package license being applied for, located at 301 S. 18th Street, Louisville, KY. 40203. The ad ran in The Courier Journal Wednesday, November 14, 2018.
Change in Ownership 1420 W. Jefferson St.
Attached, please find a Change in Ownership memo and Courier Journal Legal announcement for an NQ Retail Malt Beverage by the Package, Quota Retail Liquor by the Package, 2 a.m. Extended Package Sales Hours, and Sampling license(s) being applied for, located at 1420 W. Jefferson St., Louisville, KY. 40203. The ad ran in The Courier Journal Wednesday, November 14, 2018.
Addition to License 112 W. Washington St.
Attached, please find an Addition to Existing License memo and Courier Journal Legal announcement for a Quota Retail Liquor by the Package and 2 a.m. Extended Package Sales Hours license(s) being applied for, located at 112 W. Washington Street, Louisville, KY. 40202. The ad ran in The Courier Journal Friday, November 16, 2018.
 The LIHEAP Program that helps low income residents of Jefferson County with their utility bills has officially begun.
LIHEAP, the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, is a federally funded, income-based program that provides financial help to low-income households in meeting the costs of heating their home. The LIHEAP Subsidy Component is a one-time assistance benefit, which is paid directly to the heating vendor. The LIHEAP Subsidy Component will operate through Dec. 14, 2018, or until funding is depleted, whichever comes first.
Residents wishing to apply must schedule an appointment utilizing the automated appointment system. The appointment system is currently open and is available twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. Appointments can be scheduled by phone by calling 502-991-8391 or online at louisvilleky.cascheduler.com.
Applicants must be Louisville Metro/Jefferson County residents with a household income at or below 130 percent of the federal poverty guidelines. For the Subsidy Component of LIHEAP, residents can apply regardless of the status of their utility bills.
Applicants must also provide the following documentation:
- Proof of all household income for the preceding month (Food Stamp award letter, Social Security Award letter, pay stubs, etc. or proof of $0 income.) Note: Zero Income forms are available at the Office of Resilience and Community Services office at 701 W. Ormsby Ave., Suite 201 or by clicking here.
- Proof of Social Security number for each member of the household.
- Most current heating bill; or statement from your landlord if heating expenses are included in your rent; or statement from your utility company if you participate in a pre-pay electric program. Please bring the account number and name on the account for main heating fuel sources and electric.
LIHEAP applications will be completed at the time of the appointment at one of the six locations listed below.
- Northwest Neighborhood Place/Academy at Shawnee, 4018 W Market St., 40212
- South Central Neighborhood Place, 4255 Hazelwood Ave., 40215
- Neighborhood Place Ujima/Duvalle Education Center, 3610 Bohne Ave., 40211
- Neighborhood Place/Bridges of Hope, 1411 Algonquin Pkwy., 40210
- Newburg Community Center/East, 4810 Exeter Ave, 40218
- Southwest Government Center/Dixie Highway location. 7219 Dixie Highway, 40258
Individuals who are unable to apply for this program in person may send a representative on their behalf with a note including the applicant’s signature and phone number. Residents who are homebound and who are unable to send a representative may call 502/780-7937.
Callers who require more information can contact MetroCall 311 by simply dialing 311 or (502) 574-5000, email metro.call@louisvilleky.gov, visit the website’s On Line Customer Service or Live Chat at http://www.louisvilleky.gov/metrocall, tweet @LouMetro311, or download the free Mobile 311 app from the website. Residents can also call Metro United Way’s 2-1-1 help referral service.
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Notice of Planning & Design Public Meetings
For basic details for all of below case/s please visit http://www.louisvilleky.gov/PlanningDesign/. Click on “Search Case Information” link on the left navigation bar. Then select the “home” tab and select the type of case and enter the above case number.
You can also click on the image below to go to the application page, although the page may be slow to load.
For specific case information please call or email the listed case manager. If you have any questions please contact Planning & Design directly at 574-6230.
Butchertown butchertownpres@gmail.com 1st Tuesday @ 6:00 pm
Germantown Paristown 1094 E. Kentucky St. 396-4836 judithmagrem28@gmail.com 3rd Monday @ 6:00 pm
Irish Hill Neighborhood Association For more information info@irishhillneighbors.org
Original Highlands 1228 E. Breckenridge St 287-3938 cwoo59@aol.com 3rd Monday @ 6:00 pm
Paristown Pointe 1228 E. Breckinridge St 502-587-1595 jorobinson854@icloud.com 2nd Tuesday @6:30 pm
Phoenix Hill 451 Baxter Avene 583-7133 phoenixhillna@gmail.com 4th Monday @ 5:30 pm
Portland Now 2503 Montgomery St. 438-0189 larry.stoess@gmail.com 1st Tuesday @ 6:30 pm
Russell Neighborhood -6pm 631 S 28th St. The fourth Tuesday of the month at (502) 489-7004 or email Jackie Floyd
Schnitzelburg Area Community Council St Elizabeth's 1020 E Burnett Schnitzelburg.org
Shelby Park 600 E. Oak Street charles.rogalinski@ky.gov Shelby Park on Facebook 2nd Thursday @ 6:00 pm
Smoketown 620 Lampton 836-7661 666@webberconsulting.org 3rd Monday @ 6:30 pm
South Fourth Street- Jim Reskin, President jreskin5@gmail.com
Metro Call: 311 or (502) 574-5000
Air Pollution: (502) 574-6000
Animal Services: (502) 363-6609 or (502) 361-1318
Louisville Forward/Economic Development: (502) 574-4140
Planning & Design Services: (502) 574-6230
Community Services & Revitalization: (502) 574-4377
Public Works: (502) 574-5810
TARC: (502) 585-1234
PARC: (502) 569-6222
Legal Aid: (502) 584-1254
IPL (Code Enforcement): (502) 574-3321
Congressman John Yarmuth: (502) 582-5129
Solid Waste Management (SWMS): (502) 574-3571
Metro Parks: (502) 456-8100
Metro Police: (Non Emergency) (502) 574-7111 or (502) 574-2111
LMPD 1st Division: (502) 574-7167
LMPD 2nd Division: (502) 574-2478
LMPD 4th Division: (502) 574-7010
LMPD 5th Division: (502) 574-7636
Anonymous Tipline: (502) 574-LMPD (5673)
Metro Safe: (502) 572-3460 or (502) 574-7111
Vacant & Public Property Administration: (502) 574-4016
Brightside: (502) 574-2613
Master Commissioner Jefferson Circuit Court (Foreclosure Sales): (502) 753-4888
Your State Representative or State Senator: http://www.lrc.ky.gov
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