 Louisville Metro's first Pop-Up Drop-Off event of the year is right around the corner, and we want to make sure you have the official information. Please share the graphic below with friends, neighbors, and community groups.
We're thrilled to announce a new addition for 2026: Goodwill Kentucky will be on-site collecting gently used textiles and household items. It you've still got the bag of donations sitting in your trunk, this is the perfect chance to finally give those items a second life.
These events are designed to be a one-stop-shop for responsible decluttering - recycling, donating, and proper disposal all in one place. And your participation truly makes a difference. Last year, Pop-Up Drop-Offs achieved a 53% diversion rate, keeping more than half of all collected material out of the landfill. That's momentum worth building on.
As we kick off a new year, we're encouraging residents to embrace a reduce and reuse mindset rather than a throw-away one. Reducing waste starts long before items reach the curb or a Pop-Up Drop-Off - by choosing durable products, avoiding unnecessary purchases, and being mindful consumers. Every item donated, recycled, or avoided in the first place helps reduce waste and supports a cleaner, more sustainable Louisville.
We can't wait to see you at a Pop-Up Drop-Off this year! Join us at Sun Valley Park and Ashby Lane Baptist Church on March 21, 2026 for the first one. And mark your calendars for the second one at UofL Shelby Campus on April 4!
Our pet of the week is James P Sullivan,
"Hi, I’m James (FKA as Tank)!
And I have a confession: I am a toy hoarder.
Why hold one tennis ball when you can fit three? Why choose between the squeaky pig and the rope when you can just... take them all?
The volunteers say I have a "zest for life" despite living in a kennel!
My fav activity (besides hoarding toys..) is eating cheeseburgers (yes, that really happened, and it was the best day of my life 🍔).
I’m a 60lb lap dog. Seriously. If you sit down, I will be in your lap. Plus kisses.
I might try to walk you by holding the leash in my mouth. I’m helping!
I dream of a family who will supply me with endless cuddles and stuffies.
I came here after our family lost their home. We were loved, and I miss them, but I’m ready to bring my toy collection to your house." xoxoxo James P Sullivan (TANK).
No adoption fee thanks to Friends of Metro Animal Services
🏡 Visit Animal House today! 🐾
📍 3516 Newburg Rd, Louisville, KY
🕒 Open daily noon–6pm
🐶🐱 Adoptable pets & more: linktree.com/yourcityshelter
#yourcityshelter "
Drive Thru Microchip Clinic is this Saturday, February 15th 1pm-3:30pm
"Join us for our 2nd Drive-Thru Microchip Clinic on Sunday, February 15th 1pm-3:30pm ( must be in live by 3:30pm)
First 50 microchips are FREE!
$10 per chip after that.
ALL Jefferson County residents are welcome!
You will stay in your car to keep warm while we take care of your pet-- this is done in a climate-controlled garage.
Animals@Louisvilleky.gov with any questions "
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February 25th, 6pm-7pm
Southwest Library
This will be a social event where officers and community members will have an opportunity to get to know each other, ask questions, and answers questions. We hope you'll join us.
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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (March 3, 2026) – Louisville Metro Government continues its push to find
individuals eager to give back to their community by hosting a career fair allowing the public to interact with over 25 Metro Government departments looking to fill over 55 vacant positions.
The event will be held on Tuesday, March 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Louisville Slugger Field, 501 East Market Street.
Ernestine Booth-Henry, Director of Human Resources for Metro Government, is happy to allow the public to meet face-to-face with representatives of every Metro Government department. “We have so many different agencies doing so many good things for our community, that everyone will be able to find a career opportunity that fits their experience level and life interests,” she said. “And when you consider how Metro Government touches the lives of every person in Louisville in so many ways, a career with Metro provides far more than just a job opportunity. It’s a way to live a life of service.”
The fair will provide the public the chance to ask questions of hiring managers from all Metro
Government departments and to apply for positions on-site. Job openings cover a huge range of skills and interests, and all levels of experience and education. People are encouraged to bring their resumes. For additional information, contact a Louisville Metro Government Talent Acquisition Coordinator at TandRHiring@louisvilleky.gov
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Habitat for Humanity offers free homeowner education classes at their office in Portland (1620 Bank St) almost every month. The classes focus on developing and improving homeowners' skills to upkeep and manage their home. We work with various organizations, contractors, and volunteers to teach classes, and every class offers giveaways as an incentive to attend.
Next month, February 14th, they will be offering their first two classes of the year focusing on preparing for disasters and learning how to fix your toilet. For the disaster preparedness class, they will be working with the Louisville Metro Emergency Services to teach the class.
 Recent winter weather has already begun to take a toll on Louisville Metro’s roads. Snow, ice, and repeated freezing and thawing allow water to seep into small cracks in the pavement. When temperatures drop, that water freezes and expands, weakening the road surface and causing potholes to form.
The good news is that residents can play an important role in helping crews make repairs faster. Reporting potholes helps us identify problem areas and prioritize repairs, keeping streets safer and smoother for everyone.
You can report potholes by:
- Filling out the online form at LouisvilleKY.gov
- Using Twitter (X) by sending the location to @LouMetro311 and including #502pothole
- Calling Metro311 or 502-574-5000 to report potholes or other service issues
A few helpful tips when reporting a pothole:
- Be as specific as possible about the location, including nearby intersections or landmarks
- Avoid stopping in traffic to take photos — your safety comes first
- If you see crews working in the area, please slow down and give them space
With continued winter weather expected, potholes may appear throughout the season. Reporting them promptly helps us respond quickly and maintain safer roads across the city.
 Louisville Grows would like to remind the community about our Treecipient Program, which provides free trees to residents across Louisville neighborhoods. The attached graphic details how residents can sign up to receive trees and work with their community to grow our urban tree canopy.
As a longstanding leader in residential tree distribution, Louisville Grows continues to offer support through this program, helping residents connect to resources and participate in tree planting in their neighborhoods.
Property Address: 1305 Fairdale Rd.
Case Number: 26-ZONEPA-0016
Case Information: Truck Parking
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Property Address: 3201 Brooke Elizabeth Way
Case Number: 26-MPLAT-0156
Case Information: A minor plat to create a new 3.46-acre parcel for a Texas Roadhouse in the PEC zoning district.
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 LOUISVILLE, Ky. (February 11, 2026) – Stay in your pajamas, grab your favorite stuffed animal, and head to the South Central Regional Library for a special Preschool Pajama Party featuring Llama Llama! Families can get hands-on with activity stations located throughout the library, including: a Slumber Party Room designed by Inner Sparkle Parties, a “Build Your Breakfast” play kitchen, and a Stuffed Animal Adoption Center. Additional highlights include a Bubble House inflatable, scavenger hunt, and multiple meet-and-greet opportunities with Llama Llama, in his signature red pajamas.
Every child who attends will receive a free book to take home, courtesy of the Jefferson County Early Childhood Collaborative. Families can also connect with local early childhood resources at information tables hosted by HANDS, YMCA, Imagination Library, and more.
The Llama Llama Preschool Pajama Party takes place Saturday, February 21, (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.), at the South Central Regional Library, 7300 Jefferson Boulevard. The event is free and open to preschoolers and their families. Overflow parking is available in the Target parking lot.
For more information, visit LFPL.org or call (502) 964-3515.
 Louisville Metro’s Department of Transportation will host an additional public meeting to gather community feedback as part of the Freight Mobility Action Plan.
The open house-style meeting will take place on Tuesday, February 24, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Edison Center, 701 W. Ormsby Avenue. This session provides another opportunity for residents to share their experiences and concerns related to truck traffic in their neighborhoods. Attendees may stop by at any time during the meeting to participate in informal, conversational discussions with the project team.
The Freight Mobility Action Plan is being developed in partnership with HDR Engineering, Inc. The plan aims to better understand how freight movement interacts with neighborhoods and to identify action steps that support a preferred freight network across Jefferson County while reducing impacts to residential areas.
For those unable to attend in person, the online public survey has been extended through March 6. Feedback collected through the meeting and survey will help shape safer, more efficient truck routes and reduce disruptions to neighborhoods across Louisville Metro.
The survey can be accessed here:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JB6NFNN
Residents are encouraged to participate and help inform the future of freight movement in Louisville.
 Norton Children's is hosting interactive community listening sessions to give you an opportunity to learn more about our future campus, ask questions and share ideas that will directly impact planning, design, and services.
A campus will serve families from across the region with the goal of becoming a national destination for pediatric care. A key focus will be addressing the mental health needs of children and teens, along with comprehensive medical care.
Register HERE.
 Recent winter weather has already begun to take a toll on Louisville Metro’s roads. Snow, ice, and repeated freezing and thawing allow water to seep into small cracks in the pavement. When temperatures drop, that water freezes and expands, weakening the road surface and causing potholes to form — sometimes very quickly after a major storm.
Since January, the Louisville Metro Department of Transportation has filled more than 2,500 potholes. Crews are now out every day making repairs, and overnight crews are also working to address problem areas as quickly as possible. Many of the team members now filling potholes are also part of Louisville Metro’s Snow Team — going straight from battling winter storms to repairing the road damage left behind.
Residents play an important role in helping crews respond faster. Reporting potholes allows us to identify trouble spots, prioritize repairs, and keep streets safer and smoother for everyone.
You can report potholes by:
- Filling out the online form at LouisvilleKY.gov
- Using Twitter (X) by sending the location to @LouMetro311 and including #502pothole
- Calling Metro311 or 502-574-5000 to report potholes or other service issues
A few helpful tips when reporting a pothole:
- Be as specific as possible about the location, including nearby intersections or landmarks
- Avoid stopping in traffic to take photos — your safety comes first
- If you see crews working in the area, please slow down and give them space
With a longer stretch of warmer weather ahead, crews will continue working to address potholes that formed during recent winter storms. Even as temperatures stabilize, damage from earlier freeze-thaw cycles can continue to surface. Reporting potholes promptly helps us respond quickly and maintain safer, smoother roads across the city.
To see our crews in action, watch this story on WDRB.
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (February 9, 2026) – Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg is proud to announce the Louisville Zoo has been nominated for two awards as part of USA Today’s “10Best Readers’ Choice Awards” program. The Zoo is nominated as “Best Zoo” and for “Best Zoo Membership.”
“Louisville is fortunate to have an amazing zoo, and our community knows it!” said Mayor Greenberg. “I encourage everyone to vote early and vote often to help get our Louisville Zoo the recognition it deserves.”
Voting begins today and continues through Monday, March 9 at 11:59 a.m. EST. The rules allow the public to vote online for one nominee per category, per day. This is the third consecutive year the Zoo has been nominated for “Best Zoo”, along with a top-ten finish for “Best Zoo Exhibit” for Glacier Run in 2024, and a sixth-place finish for “Best Zoo Membership” in 2025.
Guests can vote for the Zoo at https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/louisville-zoo-louisville-kentucky/ for Best Zoo and for Best Zoo Membership
The USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards highlight top-notch attractions and businesses, providing readers with trusted recommendations. Nominees for all categories are chosen by a panel of relevant experts which include a combination of editors from USA TODAY, editors from 10Best.com, relevant expert contributors, and sources for both these media and other Gannett properties.
Other nominees this year include the Audubon Zoo in New Orleans, Bronx Zoo in New York, San Diego Zoo in California and Cincinnati Zoo in Ohio.
Zoo Hours
The Zoo is open daily year-round. Now through March 20, 2026, hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with guests exiting by 5 p.m. The Zoo is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. Visit louisvillezoo.org for more information.
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The Louisville Zoo, the State Zoo of Kentucky, is the top, non-profit, paid attraction in the state. The Zoo is dedicated to bettering the bond between people and our planet by providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for visitors, and leadership in scientific research and conservation education. The Zoo is a member of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) which is a global alliance of zoos and aquariums. The Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).
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 Please click HERE for more details on how to start a neighborhood watch!
There are approximately 100 boards and commissions with many areas of interest, including business and economic development, land planning, parks and recreation, public health and public safety.
If you are interested in volunteering for one of Louisville Metro Government's Boards and Commissions, now is the time to start. By being a part of a board or commission, you will offer your time and your talents to improve the quality of life in our community.
There are currently or upcoming vacancies for the following boards and commissions: Building Code Board of Appeals (one vacancy), Civilian Review and Accountability (four vacancies), Downtown Management (one vacancy), Kentuckiana Works (one vacancy), Air Pollution Control District Board, 3-year term (one vacancy), Cemetery Board (two vacancies), Juneteenth Jubilee (four vacancies), Medical Center Commission of Jefferson County , Waterworks (two vacancies), and Greater Louisville Lodging Management District (four vacancies).
To learn more, please visit Boards and Commission.
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