Primary Election Voting Information

In-person No-excuse Absentee  (Early) Voting: 

Dates: May 11,12,13  Time:8:00am – 6:00pm  Local locations: See below

The Arterburn (Formerly St. Matthews Community Center) 310 Ten Pin Lane 40207

Bowman Field 2815 Taylorsville RD. 40205

The Jeffersonian 10617 Taylorsville Rd. 40299

Kentucky Center for African American Heritage 1701 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd. 40203

Sun Valley Community Center 6505 Bethany Ln. 40272

Mary Queen of Peace Gym 4005 Dixie Hwy. 40216

Triple Crown Pavilion 1780 Plantside Dr. 40299

Kentucky Exposition Center: Broadbent Arena 937 Phillips Ln. 40209

Old Forester's Paristown Hall 724 Brent St. 40204

Lyndon Elks Lodge #2052 904 Ormsby Lane 40242

Election Day Voting

Date: May 16  Time: 6:00am – 6:00pm

To view your polling location visit:  JeffersonCountyClerk.org/WhereDoIVote.    For more information visit:    elections.jeffersoncountyclerk.org

Contract Awarded for I-265 Concrete Rehabilitation in Jefferson County

Contract Awarded for I-265 Concrete Rehabilitation in Jefferson County

Project includes slab replacements and diamond grinding

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (May 11, 2023) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) announces the awarding of a contract for a concrete rehabilitation of Interstate 265 East and West in Jefferson County. This project will extend the life of the interstate and will improve driver comfort on the roadway. Preliminary work has begun on select ramps and sections of I-265. Closure details are available here.

The project will occur from just past the KY 864/Beulah Church Road interchange (mile point 15.6) to beyond the U.S. 31E/Bardstown Road interchange (mile point 18.80). This project includes the removal/replacement of concrete slabs, resealing joints, and diamond grinding to include work at exit ramps along the project route.

Lane closures and delays are possible on weeknights from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. and weekends beginning Friday at 9 p.m., continuing through Monday at 5 a.m. The weekend lane closures are necessary to allow ample time for the concrete used in the repairs to cure.

Motorists should expect changing traffic patterns, lane shifts, and closures as construction progresses. Earlier this week, signs notifying drivers of the upcoming work were placed in the area. Motorists should obey restrictions and drive cautiously through the construction zone. It is advised to seek an alternate route if possible.

Bluegrass Contracting Corporation of Lexington, KY, was awarded the $4.9 million contract. Construction is scheduled to be completed by the fall of 2023.

The date and duration of this work may be adjusted if inclement weather or other unforeseen delays occur. Visit goky.ky.gov for the latest in traffic and travel information in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. You can also get traffic information for the District 5 counties at facebook.com/KYTCDistrict5 and twitter.com/KYTCDistrict5.

Project includes slab replacements and diamond grinding

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (May 11, 2023) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) announces the awarding of a contract for a concrete rehabilitation of Interstate 265 East and West in Jefferson County. This project will extend the life of the interstate and will improve driver comfort on the roadway. Preliminary work has begun on select ramps and sections of I-265. Closure details are available here.

The project will occur from just past the KY 864/Beulah Church Road interchange (mile point 15.6) to beyond the U.S. 31E/Bardstown Road interchange (mile point 18.80). This project includes the removal/replacement of concrete slabs, resealing joints, and diamond grinding to include work at exit ramps along the project route.

Lane closures and delays are possible on weeknights from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. and weekends beginning Friday at 9 p.m., continuing through Monday at 5 a.m. The weekend lane closures are necessary to allow ample time for the concrete used in the repairs to cure.

Motorists should expect changing traffic patterns, lane shifts, and closures as construction progresses. Earlier this week, signs notifying drivers of the upcoming work were placed in the area. Motorists should obey restrictions and drive cautiously through the construction zone. It is advised to seek an alternate route if possible.

Bluegrass Contracting Corporation of Lexington, KY, was awarded the $4.9 million contract. Construction is scheduled to be completed by the fall of 2023.

The date and duration of this work may be adjusted if inclement weather or other unforeseen delays occur. Visit goky.ky.gov for the latest in traffic and travel information in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. You can also get traffic information for the District 5 counties at facebook.com/KYTCDistrict5 and twitter.com/KYTCDistrict5.

May 20 - The Neighborhood Summit Returns to Louisville

Join the in-person learning event and “Bloom Where You’re Planted!” Center For Neighborhoods is proudly hosting this year's Neighborhood Summit on Saturday, May 20 at Neighborhood House, 201 N. 25th Street. With the pandemic largely behind us, we anticipate this will be our most successful Neighborhood Summit to date. More than 250 attendees will be joining together to build connections and knowledge-sharing, guided by the theme “Bloom Where You’re Planted: Embracing Your Power in the Place You Call Home.”  

The Neighborhood Summit is an in-person, half-day conference that showcases community-building success stories and celebrates inspired neighborhood development across Louisville. Through interactive workshops, engaging keynote speakers, and networking breakouts, attendees learn about community achievements, make valuable connections, and recognize leaders affecting positive change in the places and spaces we live in. 

Register for the Summit.

Shakespeare in Beckley Creek Park

May is Motorcycle Safety Month

According to the U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), per vehicle miles traveled in 2019, motorcyclist fatalities occurred nearly 29 times more frequently than passenger car occupant fatalities. Motorcyclists, like pedestrians and bicyclists, are more vulnerable to blunt force trauma than motorists, resulting in higher risk of death or serious injury. In Kentucky, the Motorcycle Rider Education Program offers training courses for beginner, intermediate, and advanced riders. Visit Ride Smart KY for more information on motorcycle safety.

BBB May Hot Topics

1.       A local consumer’s Facebook account was hacked recently, and the hacker made a post claiming the consumer was selling several items as part of a moving sale. The hacker then requested any interested buyers first send a deposit in an attempt to defraud the consumer’s Facebook friends. If you believe a friend’s social media account has been hacked, contact them via phone or email to let them know. Report any hacked accounts to the social media platform.

2.       A local consumer reported a scam that occurred on Craigslist.com. The consumer paid a deposit on a Jeep; however, when the consumer attempted to pick up the car and complete the sale, the seller was a no-show and the consumer was unable to contact them. BBB warns consumers to be cautious when sellers on Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, and other online selling sites request deposits to “hold” items. Always pay with a credit card whenever possible.

3.       A local consumer fell prey to a complex tech support scam. The consumer was contacted by someone alleging to represent Microsoft and informed their computer and smartphone had been compromised. The scammer requested the phone number of the victim’s bank and claimed they would connect the victim to their bank via a “secure line.” The “bank representative” was part of the scam, and the victim lost close to $10,000. BBB warns consumers not to grant access to their personal devices in response to unsolicited “tech support” messages, and to not give out personal or financial information as well.

4.       A local consumer received a phone call from a scammer claiming to be an FBI agent. The scammer alleged the consumer’s identity had been stolen and asked her to provide personal and bank account information to verify her identity. This is a phishing scam. Government agency and law enforcement imposters will often use scare tactics to convince victims to give out their personal and/or financial information.

5.       A local consumer recently lost $3,000 in a puppy scam. BBB reminds consumers who want to buy from breeders to always see the animal in person first, check the breeder’s credentials and references, and always pay with credit card.

6.       A local consumer was contacted via phone by someone claiming to be the consumer’s granddaughter. The granddaughter said she’d been jailed after an accident and needed bail money. This is commonly known as the grandparent scam. If you receive a similar call, do not wire money or give out your financial information over the phone. If you are concerned the caller may be legitimate, hang up and contact another family member or friend who can verify the caller’s story.

7.       BBB has received a report of a reshipping employment scam from a local consumer. Any “job opportunity” that involves receiving other people’s mail and packages at your home address so that you can inspect and reship the packages is a scam and not a legitimate work-from-home job.

8.       A consumer alerted BBB that they were receiving multiple phone calls from a loan company claiming to be accredited with BBB. This turned out to be untrue. Consumers can always verify whether a company is BBB accredited (as well as see their rating, reviews, and any complaints) by visiting bbb.org.

9.       Multiple consumers have reported receiving fraudulent phone calls claiming to represent Amazon customer support. BBB reminds consumers that Amazon will not call you to question a purchase on your account. If you have any concerns about your Amazon account, contact the company directly.

10.   A local consumer ordered a flower delivery from a florist, only for the delivery to be cancelled and no refund issued. BBB advises consumers to check a company’s reviews and complaints at bbb.org before purchasing a product or service.