New traffic pattern to be expected
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Apr. 21, 2026) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) announces the activation of a new traffic signal at the KY 155 (Taylorsville Road) and South Pope Lick Road on Tuesday, April 21, in Jefferson County.
To prepare motorists for the traffic pattern change, temporary electronic message boards are installed near the intersection ahead of the activation. Updated pavement markings reflecting the new signal configuration will be in place prior to the activation of the signal on Tuesday, April 21. Drivers are advised to approach the area with caution and follow the new traffic pattern.
The date and duration of this work may be adjusted if inclement weather or other unforeseen delays occur. For the latest traffic and travel updates across the Commonwealth of Kentucky, visit goky.ky.gov. Information specific to District 5 counties is also available on Facebook and X.
Gilliland Rd. will be closed between U.S. 60 (Shelbyville Rd.) and Eastwood Cut Off Rd. on Saturday, April 18 as part of an ongoing U.S. 60 widening and improvement project. The closure is expected to last through June 30. The road closure is necessary for the $3 million project, which will improve traffic flow and reduce congestion along part of Shelbyville Rd. in Louisville, and enhance mobility for pedestrians and bicyclists. Motorists should obey work zone traffic restrictions, follow any signed detours, and plan ahead when traveling. For more on the project, visit https://bit.ly/us60wideningimprovementproject
LG&E has advised that power is expected to be connected by the end of this week. As a result, you may begin to see operational testing of the new traffic signal. We are hopeful the signal will be fully activated by the end of next week. A more detailed schedule will be available later this week and will be shared once confirmed.
The Jefferson County PVA will mail property assessments on April 24, 2026. The 2026 reassessment covers MLS Areas 8 & 9, including areas in and around Prospect, Norton Commons, Glenview, Graymoor-Devondale, Anchorage, Lyndon, Hurstbourne, Douglass Hills, Middletown, Lake Forest and Polo Fields. If your property value changes, a full-color assessment notice on a large postcard that includes a photo of the property and information about the assessment appeal process will be mailed to you. New values will be posted on Jeffersonpva.ky.gov on April 24, 2026 at noon.
If you believe the assessed value is not correct, The Jefferson County PVA wants you to know: You have a right to appeal.
The mission of the PVA is to provide fair and equitable assessments for all property owners in Jefferson County. PVA staff works hard to get the value of our property correct. However, the PVA does not know every detail or condition of your property. If you believe the PVA assessed value does not represent the fair-market value of your property, you have a right to appeal your assessment.
To learn more about property assessments and how to file an appeal, attend one of the PVA’s upcoming community meetings:
March 31: Anchorage Middletown Fire & EMS HQ (108 Urton Ln) 6:30pm-8pm April 14: Lyndon City Hall (515 Wood Ln) 6:30pm-8pm April 16: Berrytown Recreation Senior Nutrition Annex (1340 Heafer Rd) 6:30pm-8pm
All meetings will also be available on Zoom, visit jeffersonpva.ky.gov to register for virtual meetings.
The first step of the appeal process is to complete the PVA Online Conference which is available at www.jeffersonpva.ky.gov from April 24, 2026 at noon EDT, until May 18, 2026 at 4pm EDT.
Most people prefer to complete the appeal using online self-service. However, if you need assistance with the Online Conference, PVA staff will be available and ready to assist you.
In-Person Appeal Assistance at the Southwest and South-Central Library Branches: • Opening Day April 24: 12pm-4pm • Weekdays April 27-May 18: 9am-4pm
PVA Office By Appointment: Weekdays April 24-May 18, 8am-4pm EDT and 2 Saturdays, May 9 and 16, 9am-1pm EDT at the PVA Office, 815 W. Market Street, suite 400. Optional appointments available: 502-574-6224 to reserve a time.
By Telephone: Accommodations will be made for property owners with limited mobility and access to technology. Call 502-574-6224 to reserve a time for a telephone conference.
More helpful information, including tips on preparing for your Online Conference can be found at www.jeffersonpva.ky.gov.
This annual event marks the beginning of farm animal feeding days at Blackacre and offers families a chance to connect with agriculture, nature, and each other in a fun and engaging setting.
Guests of all ages can enjoy:
- Hands-on farm animal feeding experiences
- Adorable baby goat races
- Hayrides and barrel train rides
- An antique tractor display
- Local vendors, food, and refreshments
“This event is all about creating meaningful, memorable experiences for families,” said Dennis Craig, Executive Director. “Whether it’s feeding a goat for the first time or cheering on baby goats as they race, these are the moments that stick with children—and inspire a lifelong connection to the land, animals, and agriculture.”
Admission is $20 per carload, making it an affordable outing for families and groups.
The Farm Animal Feeding Kick-Off also signals the start of select Saturday animal feeding opportunities throughout the summer, giving visitors even more chances to return and experience the farm in action.
No registration is required—just load up the car and join the fun!
For more information, visit www.VisitBlackacre.org or follow social media for updates.
 Fan Fair 2025 was an overwhelming success. More than 700 fans were donated to seniors and disabled citizens in need.
I am excited to announce that the 11th Annual Fan Fair will be held on Saturday, June 6th from 9am-11am at the Edison Center (701 W. Ormsby Ave). We are still seeking sponsors for Fan Fair 2026.
Contact Alli at allison.woosley@louisvilleky.gov or 502.574.5092 for more information about this event and sponsorship
Saturday, April 25th, 8 am - 2 pm.
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 Guests can watch the nesting process via live webcam at louisvillezoo.org/stellercam
Louisville, KY (April 21, 2026) – Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg and the Louisville Zoo are thrilled to share that the Zoo’s pair of Steller’s sea eagles are nesting with their new 7‑day‑old eaglet. Piotr (30) and Anastasia (8) hatched the chick on April 14, 2026.
This marks only the third Steller’s sea eagle hatchling in the Zoo’s 57‑year history; the first two chicks hatched in 2017. The Louisville Zoo has cared for Steller’s sea eagles for nearly 30 years.
“This is an extraordinary moment for our Louisville Zoo and an incredible opportunity for our community and the world beyond to follow along as our newest Zoo resident learns and grows,” said Mayor Greenberg, “You can literally take a peek inside the nest with our live cam, and it’s a powerful reminder of the important conservation work happening at our amazing Louisville Zoo.”
With only an estimated 5,000 individuals of this stunning species remaining in the wild and a declining population listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, these hatchlings will help raise awareness of the importance of protecting this magnificent raptor.
“This eaglet is significant to the Species Survival Plan as a whole. These birds are seldom successfully bred in human care,” said Louisville Zoo Director Dan Maloney. “The Louisville Zoo is one of only 17 North American Zoos to feature sea eagles and our pair are among just a few to successfully breed. We are so excited to watch the pair nest with their chick and encourage the community to celebrate with us in viewing the new family on the Zoo’s web cam.”
A live webcam outside the eagle exhibit in Glacier Run allows guests to follow along as the parents’ nest and care for their chick. Guests can expect to see Piotr assisting Anastasia and the hatchling by helping with feedings and occasionally brooding the eaglet. Fans can also access the webcam at louisvillezoo.org/stellercam.
The Steller’s sea eagle exhibit features a five-story aviary that is also home to red‑breasted geese, azure‑winged magpies, and mandarin ducks.
About Steller’s sea eagles
Steller’s sea eagle’s wingspan can be 7.5 to 8 feet. They breed in eastern Russia, around the Sea of Okhotsk and on the Kamchatka Peninsula. A small number of birds remain in Kamchatka over the winter but the majority fly south to the Japanese Islands of Kuril and Hokkaido. This species is occasionally seen in China and in North and South Korea. Though usually solitary in the southern part of its range, it is more likely to congregate in numbers on salmon rivers. The sea eagle is listed as Vulnerable to extinction on the IUCN Red List of Endangered Species.
Zoo Hours
The Zoo is open daily year-round. Now through September 20, 2026, hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with guests exiting by 6 p.m. The Zoo is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. Visit louisvillezoo.org for more information on hours and admission.
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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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All events are 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. on a Saturday. Please do not arrive early. Vehicles waiting cause traffic backups.
May 16 - Shawnee Park, 4501 W Broadway
June 13 - Doss High School (tentative), 7601 St. Andrews Church Rd
July 18 - Metro Fleet Services, 3515 Newburg Rd
August 15 - Fern Creek Elementary and High School, enter at 8815 Ferndale Rd
September 19 - Sun Valley Park and Ashby Lane Baptist Church, 10401 Lower River Rd/6617 Ashby Ln
October 17 - Metro Fleet Services, 3515 Newburg Rd
November 21 - UofL Shelby Campus, 440 N Whittington Pkwy
For more details about what is and isn't accepted please visit https://louisvilleky.gov/government/public-works/pop-drop-waste-disposal-events
The next quarterly community meeting is scheduled for June 24, 2026, at the Anchorage-Middletown Fire Station (9514 Featherbell Blvd), also from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
These meetings are part of LMPD's continued effort to strengthen partnerships, provide updates on public safety initiatives, and collaborate with residents to address concerns within the Eighth Division.
Have a question about zoning in your neighborhood? Wondering how developments get approved? Louisville Metro’s Office of Planning is hosting open Q&A sessions at library branches on select Tuesday afternoons. These sessions are free and open to the public – no RSVP required. Planning impacts how our neighborhoods grow, what the future of Louisville looks like, and where we live. The goal of these conversations is simple: to make the planning process clearer and easier to understand. It all kicks off March 3rd at the Shively-Newman Library. Join us!
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Mayor Greenberg and the Louisville Zoo invite you to celebrate April’s Birthday Bash
Louisville, KY (April 8, 2026) – Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg and the Louisville Zoo invite families to celebrate some of the Zoo’s most beloved animal residents with April birthdays on Saturday, April 25, 2026. This new “Birthday Bash” event launched in 2026 will be a monthly series of animal birthday celebrations that will continue throughout the year.
Watch as these birthday stars enjoy species-specific custom enrichment treats designed just for them. Plus, the day may include special keeper talks that reveal fascinating animal stories and care insights.
April Birthday Bash schedule (subject to change):
10:30 a.m. harbor seal Toney (4) Glacier Run pinniped training
11:00 a.m. koalas Dharuk (4) and Myalla (7) Australia (keeper talk)
11:30 a.m. warthogs Digger & Riggs (both 10) Warthog
11:45 a.m. Awapawa goats Pisthachio (“stash”) & Boma petting Zoo
Cashew (“cash”)
12:15 p.m. Armadillo Primo (19) Meta Zoo
1:00 p.m. Hyacinth macaw Saphira (6) Islands Pavilion - Forest Bird Trail
1:30 p.m. American beaver Bowie (2) Meta Zoo area
The April Birthday Bash is free with Zoo admission. Plan your visit and see the full schedule at https://louisvillezoo.org/birthdaybash.
Zoo Hours
The Zoo is open daily year-round. Now through September 20, 2026, hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with guests exiting by 6 p.m. The Zoo is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. Visit louisvillezoo.org for more information on hours and admission.
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The following streets will be closed during the following times for the Pegasus Parade:
Sunday, April 26, 2026
8 am - 8 pm
o Swan Street from Vine Street to Lampton Street
12:30 pm - 8 pm
o Broadway from Baxter Avenue to Shelby Street
o Vine Street from Brent Street to Breckinridge Street
o Brent Street from Stoneware Alley to Broadway
o Stoneware Alley from Vine Street to Brent Street
o Rubel Street from Broadway to Benton Avenue
o Rubel Street from Broadway to Rogers Street
o Barret Avenue from Baxter Avenue to Broadway
o Lexington Avenue from Baxter Avenue to Barret Avenue
o Logan Street from Broadway to Finzer Street
o Finzer Street from Logan Street to Campbell Street
o Campbell Street from Finzer Street to Gray Street
2:30 pm - 8 pm
o Broadway from Shelby Street to 12th Street
o Shelby Street from Finzer Street to Gray Street
o Clay Street from Finzer Street to Gray Street
o Hancock Street from Finzer Street to Gray Street
o Jackson Street from Finzer Street to Gray Street
o Preston Street from Finzer Street to Gray Street
o Floyd Street from Jacob Street to Gray Street
o Brook Street from Jacob Street to Gray Street
o 1st Street from Jacob Street to Gray Street
o 2nd Street from Jacob Street to Chestnut Street
o 3rd Street from York Street to Chestnut Street
o 4th Street from York Street to Chestnut Street
o 5th Street from York Street to Chestnut Street
o 6th Street from York Street to Chestnut Street
o 7th Street from York Street to Magazine Street
o 8th Street from York Street to Magazine Street
o 9th Street (Roy Wilkins Boulevard) from Kentucky Street to Chestnut Street
o Cawthon Street from 8th Street to 9th Street
o Breckinridge Street from 8th Street to 9th Street
o Interstate 65 northbound at Broadway exit (Exit 136A)
No Parking Areas
Sunday, April 26, 2026
8 am - 8 pm
o Barret Avenue from Broadway to Lexington Road
o Lexington Road from Barret Avenue to Baxter Avenue
o Vine Street from Brent Street to Breckinridge Street
o Brent Street from Broadway to Stoneware Alley
o Hamilton Avenue from Lexington Road to the dead end
o Broadway from Baxter Avenue to 11th Street
o Campbell Street from Finzer Street to Gray Street
o Finzer Street from Logan Street to Campbell Street
o Preston Street from Springer Alley to Jacob Street
o Floyd Street from Gray Street to Jacob Street
o Brook Street from Gray Street to Jacob Street
o Magazine Street from 8th Street to 9th Street
o 9th Street from Broadway to Kentucky Street
o Roy Wilkins Boulevard from Chestnut Street to Broadway
The following streets will be closed during the following times for the Pegasus Parade:
Sunday, April 26, 2026
8 am - 8 pm
- Swan Street from Vine Street to Lampton Street
12:30 pm - 8 pm
- Broadway from Baxter Avenue to Shelby Street
- Vine Street from Brent Street to Breckinridge Street
- Brent Street from Stoneware Alley to Broadway
- Stoneware Alley from Vine Street to Brent Street
- Rubel Street from Broadway to Benton Avenue
- Rubel Street from Broadway to Rogers Street
- Barret Avenue from Baxter Avenue to Broadway
- Lexington Avenue from Baxter Avenue to Barret Avenue
- Logan Street from Broadway to Finzer Street
- Finzer Street from Logan Street to Campbell Street
- Campbell Street from Finzer Street to Gray Street
2:30 pm - 8 pm
- Broadway from Shelby Street to 12th Street
- Shelby Street from Finzer Street to Gray Street
- Clay Street from Finzer Street to Gray Street
- Hancock Street from Finzer Street to Gray Street
- Jackson Street from Finzer Street to Gray Street
- Preston Street from Finzer Street to Gray Street
- Floyd Street from Jacob Street to Gray Street
- Brook Street from Jacob Street to Gray Street
- 1st Street from Jacob Street to Gray Street
- 2nd Street from Jacob Street to Chestnut Street
- 3rd Street from York Street to Chestnut Street
- 4th Street from York Street to Chestnut Street
- 5th Street from York Street to Chestnut Street
- 6th Street from York Street to Chestnut Street
- 7th Street from York Street to Magazine Street
- 8th Street from York Street to Magazine Street
- 9th Street (Roy Wilkins Boulevard) from Kentucky Street to Chestnut Street
- Cawthon Street from 8th Street to 9th Street
- Breckinridge Street from 8th Street to 9th Street
- Interstate 65 northbound at Broadway exit (Exit 136A)
No Parking Areas
Sunday, April 26, 2026
8 am - 8 pm
- Barret Avenue from Broadway to Lexington Road
- Lexington Road from Barret Avenue to Baxter Avenue
- Vine Street from Brent Street to Breckinridge Street
- Brent Street from Broadway to Stoneware Alley
- Hamilton Avenue from Lexington Road to the dead end
- Broadway from Baxter Avenue to 11th Street
- Campbell Street from Finzer Street to Gray Street
- Finzer Street from Logan Street to Campbell Street
- Preston Street from Springer Alley to Jacob Street
- Floyd Street from Gray Street to Jacob Street
- Brook Street from Gray Street to Jacob Street
- Magazine Street from 8th Street to 9th Street
- 9th Street from Broadway to Kentucky Street
- Roy Wilkins Boulevard from Chestnut Street to Broadway
8 am (Friday, April 24, 2026) - 4 pm (Saturday, April 25, 2026)
- Preston Street from Main Street to River Road
8 pm (Friday, April 24, 2026) - 4 pm (Saturday, April 25, 2026)
- River Road from Preston Street to Witherspoon Street
Race Day (Saturday, April 25, 2026)
4 am - 4 pm
- Main Street from Shelby Street to Brook Street
- Hancock Street from Main Street to Franklin Street
- Franklin Street from Hancock Street to Clay Street
- Clay Street from Franklin Street to Witherspoon Street
- River Road from Witherspoon Street to Edith Lane
- Witherspoon Street from Floyd Street to River Road
6 am - 4 pm
- 3rd Street from Central Avenue to Southern Parkway
- 3rd Street from Central Avenue to Main Street
- Iroquois Park Road from New Cut Road to Rundill Road
- Rundill Road loop
- Main Street from Shelby Street to 20th Street
- 20th Street from Main Street to Market Street
- Market Street from 20th Street to 13th Street
- 19th Street from Main Street to Market Street
- 18th Street from Main Street to Market Street
- 18th Street from Muhammad Ali Boulevard to Chestnut Street
- Muhammad Ali Boulevard from 12th Street to 20th Street
- 19th Street from Cedar Street to Magazine Street
- Madison Street from 20th Street to 13th Street
- Chestnut Street from 20th Street to 13th Street
- 20th Street from Muhammad Ali Boulevard to Chestnut Street
- 13th Street from Market Street to Chestnut Street
- 12th Street Connector from Chestnut Street to Broadway
- Broadway from 15th Street to 2nd Street
- 4th Street from Broadway to Oakdale Street
- Park Avenue from 4th Street to 6th Street
- 6th Street from Park Avenue to Magnolia Street
- Magnolia Street from 4th Street to 6th Street
- Central Avenue from Taylor Boulevard to 2nd Street
- Taylor Boulevard from Huntoon Avenue to Kenwood Drive
- Southern Parkway from 3rd Street to New Cut Road
- Interstate 264 eastbound off ramp at Southern Parkway
No Parking Areas
10 pm (Friday, April 24, 2026) - 4 pm (Saturday, April 25, 2026)
- Preston Street from Main Street to River Road
- River Road from Preston Street to Witherspoon Street
- Main Street from Shelby Street to Brook Street
- Hancock Street from Main Street to Franklin Street
- Franklin Street from Hancock Street to Clay Street
- Clay Street from Franklin Street to Witherspoon Street
- River Road from Witherspoon Street to Edith Lane
- Witherspoon Street from Floyd Street to River Road
- 3rd Street from Central Avenue to Southern Parkway
- 3rd Street from Central Avenue to Main Street
- Iroquois Park Road from New Cut Road to Rundill Road
- Rundill Road loop
- Main Street from Shelby Street to 20th Street
- 20th Street from Main Street to Market Street
- Market Street from 20th Street to 13th Street
- 19th Street from Main Street to Market Street
- 18th Street from Main Street to Market Street
- 18th Street from Muhammad Ali Boulevard to Chestnut Street
- Muhammad Ali Boulevard from 12th Street to 20th Street
- 19th Street from Cedar Street to Magazine Street
- Madison Street from 20th Street to 13th Street
- Chestnut Street from 20th Street to 13th Street
- 20th Street from Muhammad Ali Boulevard to Chestnut Street
- 13th Street from Market Street to Chestnut Street
- 12th Street Connector from Chestnut Street to Broadway
- Broadway from 15th Street to 2nd Street
- 4th Street from Broadway to Oakdale Street
- Park Avenue from 4th Street to 6th Street
- 6th Street from Park Avenue to Magnolia Street
- Magnolia Street from 4th Street to 6th Street
- Central Avenue from Taylor Boulevard to 2nd Street
- Taylor Boulevard from Huntoon Avenue to Kenwood Drive
- Southern Parkway from 3rd Street to New Cut Road
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