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The Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet, Solid Waste Management Services, and the Waste Management District will be hosting a Waste Tire Collection Event.
Take advantage of this opportunity to properly dispose of unwanted tires. Any Kentucky resident or business is eligible to participate in this event EXCEPT tire retailers, scrap/salvage yards, and recycling facilities. No limit.
October 1, 2, 3, 2026
Thursday & Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm
Saturday, 7:00am - 1:00pm
1030 Phillips Lane, across from KY Exposition Center
Any Kentucky resident or business may participate, with the exception of tire retailers, scrap/salvage yards, and recycling facilities.
Tires must be separated by type prior to arrival.
Accepted:
• Tires on or off rim
• Truck, light truck, and passenger
• Tractor and farm implement
• Bicycle, motorcycle, golf cart, ATV
Not Accepted:
• Foam filled
• Calcium filled
• Off road construction
• Rubber tracks
• Solid tires with or without press on rims
• Any tires generated outside of KY
• Tires from tire retailers, scrap/salvage yards, and recycling businesses
If your church, school, club, group or business would like to have a booth or participate please fill out and submit the
2026 Highview Fall Festival Participation Form.
McNeely Lake Park Cleanup
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Cleanup: 9:00am-noon
Music and Lunch for Volunteers: 10:00am-1:00pm
Supplies for the cleaning will be provided.
Be sure to dress appropriately.
For planning purposes please RSVP by calling 574-1123 or emailing jeff.hudson@louisvilleky.gov
Louisville Metro Solid Waste Management will be hosting various free recycling and large item disposal events throughout 2026. All events are from 10:00am to 2:00pm on select Saturdays:
Remaining 2026 Pop-Up Drop-Off Schedule:
- October 17: Metro Fleet Services, 3515 Newburg Rd
- November 21: UofL Shelby Campus, 440 N Whittington Pkwy
New this year, residents can also bring gently used textiles and household items, which will be donated to Goodwill Kentucky.
Residents are encouraged to review accepted and non-accepted items before attending and take advantage of this free service.
Learn more: Pop-Up Drop-Off
Louisville Zoo is proud to announce the return of Louisville’s premier Halloween event. Marking its 45th year, Boo at the Zoo presented by Meijer invites families to enjoy festive fall fun on Thursday through Sunday evenings, Oct. 1-30. Tickets are on sale now at louisvillezoo.org/boo.
Tickets are all-inclusive and include Boo at the Zoo admission, parking, Spooktacular Carousel, “not-so-itsy-bitsy” Spider House and the Headless Horseman of Sleepy Hollow attraction.
Children and adults are invited to dress up in their wildest costumes for the after-hours event.
Boo at the Zoo turns the Zoo into a living storybook, complete with favorite characters brought to life. There will be music, photo opportunities around every corner and, of course, a safe place to trick-or-treat for kids 11 and under. Guests are encouraged to bring their own trick-or-treat bags, but reusable treat bags will be available for purchase at the Zoo’s Gift Shop (while supplies last).
Looking for a fun fall tradition for the whole family? Jack's Lantern Trail is lighting up Iroquois Park nightly from October 1–November 1, 2026. Enjoy a magical evening walking through the woods of Iroquois Park surrounded by thousands of glowing pumpkins, while supporting the Parks Alliance of Louisville and our city's public parks.
Explore this year's "Woods of Wonder" theme, where the historic woods of Iroquois Park come to life with captivating creatures, a woodland village, musical skeletons, and larger-than-life displays. More than 25 local artists will transform pumpkins into works of art, creating an unforgettable experience for the whole family. Same Woods. New Wonder.
Tickets are on sale now at: www.jackslanterntrail.org
LHOME's Home Repair Access Loan helps low- and moderate-income owner-occupants pay for essential repairs like roofs, gutters, and HVAC systems. Loans go up to $24,999 at a fixed 4% rate with terms up to seven years. There are no application, credit check, or origination fees, and radon testing is included at no cost. Payments on a $10,000 loan run about $137 a month over seven years.
The program is funded by a Community Development Block Grant award from Louisville Metro, the city's first CDBG-funded home repair revolving loan pool. Funding is available now. Homeowners with traditional credit challenges are encouraged to apply.
Homeowners can apply online at www.lhomeky.org.
For questions or referrals contact:
Kevin Ratliff (kratliff@lhomeky.org, 657-1297 or
Marisa Tribble (mtribble@lhomeky.org, 657-5943
Monday, October 12
5:00pm-6:00pm (Drop In)
6:00pm-7:00pm (By Appointment)
Central Government Center, 7201 Outer Loop
Councilman Hudson wants to hear directly from you! Join him during this month’s District Office Hours to share your thoughts on Metro Government, whether it’s a concern, a suggestion, or a question about your neighborhood.
District Office Hours are the 2nd Monday of each month at the Central Government Center. Speak directly with Councilman Hudson or his assistant, John Torsky
Call 574-1123 or email Jeff.Hudson@louisvilleky.gov for more information.
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.
To learn more please visit Boards and Commissions.
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Report Date September 30, 2026
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If you see crime occurring, please contact the Louisville Metro Police Department.
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Call 574-7111 for non-emergency related assistance.
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