In this Issue
Hello Neighbors and Friends,
Each October, communities across the nation unite to observe Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM)—a time to shed light on a serious issue that affects individuals and families in every neighborhood, regardless of race, age, gender, or income level. It’s an opportunity for us to raise awareness, show support for survivors, and stand together against all forms of abuse.
On Thursday at 2 p.m., the Louisville Metro Council Women's Caucus hosted a domestic violence program and heard from a victim of domestic violence who is now doing great work as an advocate, helping others to thrive after experiencing violence at the hands of a domestic partner. We also heard from the co-chairwomen of the Domestic Violence Prevention Coordinating Council, established in 1996 to improve interagency cooperation and communication in the area of domestic violence and abuse, and to promote effective prevention, intervention, and treatment techniques to improve the response to domestic violence and abuse to reduce the number of incidents each year. It was an informative gathering.
Domestic violence occurs far more often than many realize—every 15 seconds, someone in the United States experiences violence at the hands of an intimate partner. That means every minute of every day, lives are being shattered, and yet too many of these tragedies remain hidden behind closed doors. DVAM was established in 1981 by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence to bring this silent crisis into the open, connect victims with resources, and break the chains of abuse that grip our communities.
Since the passage of the Violence Against Women Act in 1994, tremendous progress has been made. The rate of domestic violence dropped by nearly two-thirds between 1993 and 2010, and laws have been strengthened to address issues such as dating violence, stalking, and workplace discrimination. Yet, even today, an estimated 10 million people become victims of domestic violence each year—proof that our work is far from over.
Domestic violence comes in many forms—physical, emotional, verbal, sexual, and financial abuse. No matter how it appears, it is never acceptable. Survivors need to know they are not alone and that help is available. Many local organizations and shelters provide services, safety, and support to those seeking to rebuild their lives free from fear and harm.
Throughout October, you may notice purple ribbons displayed around the community. The color purple symbolizes courage, survival, and honor—it represents our shared commitment to ending domestic violence. Let us wear it proudly as a sign of solidarity.
I encourage you to be an advocate: educate yourself and others, support organizations that serve survivors, and speak out when you witness abuse. Together, we can create a community where safety, respect, and love prevail.
Let’s shine a light on domestic violence—not just in October, but every day.
Warm regards,
MSD prepares for expected rains
MSD drainage crews have been busy making sure drainage systems are ready to receive the expected heavy rains during the overnight hours on Saturday. Crews have inspected known trouble spots and cleared them of debris that could clog catch basins and roadway culverts.
“Additionally, MSD’s combined sewer overflow basins, such as the four-mile-long Waterway Protection Tunnel, are ready to capture overflows and hold that water until the wastewater treatment system is ready to receive it. And our stormwater basins are ready to receive and hold the rainwater to help mitigate inland flooding,” states MSD Executive Director Tony Parrott.
Louisville Metro Emergency Services and our partners at the National Weather Service are monitoring a risk for strong to severe storms late Saturday into Sunday; followed by gusty winds.
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WHEN: Saturday PM into Sunday AM (9PM --5AM)
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WHAT: Risk for severe thunderstorms, gusty winds, heavy rain.
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IMPACT: There is a non-zero risk for a quick spin up tornado, thought the risk is higher to the southwest near Paducah. Locally, gusty winds and locally torrential rainfall are our greatest threat. Outside of storms, gusty winds will be possible due to the approaching system (30MPH +). Winds will continue to be gusty throughout the day on Sunday, and even into next week.
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PUBLIC SAFETY MESSAGE: We encourage everyone to sign up for LENSAlert, Louisville's only official emergency notification platform. Likewise, download our new LouReady app. Both LENSAlert and LouReady will automatically send alerts to those affected by severe weather (LouReady receives tornado and flash flood warnings only). Learn more on our website at https://louisvilleky.gov
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Police, Fire, and EMS agencies are encouraged to monitor radio traffic for weather alerts and take appropriate actions should a warning be issued. As always, Operation Weather for the fire departments may be required if run volume dictates. Again, that information will be shared via radio and pager. Don't forget our Louisville Metro Emergency Services LIVE weather camera and sensor data. Link can be found below:
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RESOURCES: For more information, visit our partners:
The next Metro Council meeting is Thursday, October 30, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.
To watch the Council meeting and access the agenda and related attachments, click HERE.
To see all meetings on Facebook Live, go to the Metro Council Facebook page by clicking here. To watch Metro Council Meetings live on YouTube, you can visit the LouisvilleMetroTV channel by clicking here,
The public can also view all council and committee meetings on Metro TV, Spectrum Cable Channel 184, or on UVERSE at Channel 99. Proceedings are live-streamed from the Metro Council Clerk’s Archived Media page here.
For additional information or questions, you can reach the Metro Council Clerk’s Office at (502) 574-3902.
Click here for the video recap of the October 16th Metro Council meeting.
From creating safe, affordable places to call home for our community to celebrating and joining volunteer efforts like GE Appliances’ Blue Wave, this week was all about supporting our community and the people who make it great. Check out this week’s Mayor’s Minute.
Mayor Greenberg invites community to free hayride on
October 26 to celebrate fall in Cherokee Park
Olmsted Parks Conservancy’s popular Hayride in the Park features rides around the Scenic Loop, food trucks and children’s Free Play experience
On October 16th, Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg invited the community to a free and fun family-friendly experience in Cherokee Park to officially celebrate the autumnal beauty of Louisville’s parks. The event takes place on October 26, 2025, from 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. and features hayrides through Cherokee Park. Hayride in the Park is hosted by Olmsted Parks Conservancy, and the free hayrides are led by guides who will highlight the park’s history and points of interest.
“This year alone we’ve completed more than $30 million in park projects throughout our city – the most in history,” said Mayor Greenberg. “Our parks are amazing and offer incredible programming throughout the year, but there is something really special about fall in our city’s outdoor spaces. I can’t wait for families to take advantage of this special day in one of Louisville’s original Olmsted parks, the crown jewels of our city’s park system.”Hayride in the Park will also feature a Free Play experience for children that incorporates items like boxes, tunnels and fabric to inspire imaginative play. Food trucks will offer refreshments and beer for sale.
“Each year we rotate between the three flagship Olmsted Parks to bring free hayrides and lawn games in celebration of fall in the parks! Hayride in the Park is a beloved tradition in Iroquois, Shawnee and Cherokee Parks, and we are excited to be back in Cherokee Park this year, where it all began!” said President and CEO of Olmsted Parks Conservancy Mary Grissom.
Louisville’s Olmsted Park System is one of only four such completed systems in the world and is iconic as a masterpiece of landscape architecture. Shawnee, Cherokee and Iroquois Parks are the largest parks in the system, anchoring the six parkways that connect 17 total urban green spaces. The Olmsted Park System was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, who is also responsible for the design of Central Park in New York, the Biltmore in Asheville, N.C., and countless other significant parks and landscapes.
Hayride in the Park is made possible by Heaven Hill Brands and Heine Brothers Coffee.
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Louisville Metro Emergency Services is proud to launch LouReady, a vital new tool to help families stay safe and informed during emergencies. LouReady empowers residents with real-time alerts, safety tips, and community contacts—so you can act fast and make smart decisions when it matters most.
Preparedness starts at home. With LouReady, you can:
- Receive location-based alerts for severe weather, public safety threats, and community-wide emergencies in connection with our already active alert method LENSAlert, Louisville Emergency Notification System.
- Build a family emergency plan with checklists for various types of emergency events
- Access Safe Walk technology which allows you to share your live location with a trusted friend or family member via email or SMS
- Know where to turn for help—LouReady connects you to maps, emergency contacts, city services through Metro 311, and recovery resources after emergency incidents
- Monitor live weather updates with access to a live Downtown weather camera, the ability to monitor air pollution levels, and catch up on daily forecasts through the National Weather Services
Whether it’s a tornado warning or a hazardous materials incident, LouReady helps you stay one step ahead. Download the app today and take control of your family’s safety—because preparedness starts with awareness. The app is currently available on the Apple Store for iPhones with IOS 15.6 or later, and in the Google Play Store, just search LouReady.
In an emergency, call 911 immediately from any wired or wireless phone. An emergency is any situation that requires immediate assistance.
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Emergency Services educates children about 9-1-1. Through play, children learn how to call 9-1-1, and what to say in case of a police, fire, or medical emergency.
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When a mosquito bites you, it pierces the skin using a special mouthpart (proboscis) to suck up blood. As the mosquito is feeding, it injects saliva into your skin. Your body reacts to the saliva resulting in a bump and itching.
Some people have only a mild reaction to a bite or bites. Other people react more strongly, and a large area of swelling, soreness, and redness can occur.
- Female mosquitoes bite people and animals to get a blood meal.
- Most female mosquitoes cannot produce eggs without a blood meal.
- Male mosquitoes do not bite people and animals.
- People react differently to mosquito bites.
Oct 23, 2025, at 5 p.m. - 1301 Herr Lane
Overview
Purchase tickets to the annual Fashion Show at Westport Village, sponsored by The Pet Station Country Club!
Witness the hottest Fall, Winter and Holiday fashion from our boutiques on the runway at Westport Village on Thursday, October 23rd! The event is located in the outdoor green space between Collections and Tunie's.
5pm: Cocktail Hour with 2 complimentary drink tickets for -196 Vodka Seltzers, wine or prosecco + light bites from some of our restaurants including Osteria Italian Seafood, Steak & Bourbon, Wild Eggs, Hiko-a-Mon, Boombozz , North Lime and The Comfy Cow!
6pm: Fashion Show with giveaways between each scene!
7pm: Shop the Looks you loved from the runway with our shops open late!
Plus, witness adoptable puppies from Kentucky Humane Society on the runway in the first scene and snap a pic with our complimentary photobooth!
Join us for our annual trick-or-treat at Westport Village on Thursday, October 30th from 5-7pm!
We invite you to stroll door-to-door collecting candy from participating shops and restaurants around the Village at this not-so-spooky event!
The VOICE-TRIBUNE’s 2nd Annual Halloween Contest
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The cobwebs are strung, the pumpkins are glowing, and our contestants have crept out from the shadows—our annual Halloween Costume Contest is officially underway! This year’s Halloween Costume Contest is packed with frightfully fun looks, from ghoulishly glamorous to bone-chillingly clever, and every entry is ready to win your vote. Now the power is in your hands, dare you cast yours?
Voting is open October 1 through Halloween night, October 31, with the winners announced online November 1 and featured in the December issue of the VOICE-TRIBUNE.
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Spooky Secrets Revealed: You Didn’t Know!
Halloween is filled with fascinating history and quirky traditions! Here are some fun facts and trivia to share with your family and friends:
Origins of Halloween:
Halloween traces back over 2,000 years to the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain. It marked the end of the harvest and the beginning of winter, a time when people believed the boundary between the living and the dead was blurred.
Jack-o’-Lanterns:
Did you know? The tradition of carving pumpkins started in Ireland, where people originally carved turnips to ward off evil spirits. When Irish immigrants arrived in America, they found that pumpkins were larger and much easier to carve!
Candy Corn:
This iconic Halloween treat was first made in the 1880s and was called “chicken feed” because it looked like corn kernels. Today, around 35 million pounds of candy corn are sold every year!
Spooky Colors:
The signature colors of Halloween—orange and black—symbolize the fall harvest (orange) and the darkness of winter (black).
Witch Trials:
The infamous Salem witch trials of 1692 in Massachusetts resulted in 20 people being executed. This dark chapter in history continues to influence Halloween stories and traditions today.
Trick-or-Treating:
The practice of trick-or-treating is believed to come from the medieval tradition of “souling,” where children would go door-to-door offering prayers for the dead in exchange for food.
Most Popular Halloween Costumes:
Witches, ghosts, and vampires are classic Halloween costume choices that remain popular every year. What’s your client’s favorite Halloween costume memory?
Halloween’s Popularity:
Halloween is the second-largest commercial holiday in the U.S., with consumers spending billions on candy, costumes, and decorations. It’s a big deal!
Black Cats:
In folklore, black cats were once thought to be witches’ companions or even witches in disguise. Today, many cultures see black cats as symbols of good luck.
Mischief Night:
In some places, the night before Halloween is called “Mischief Night,” where kids engage in lighthearted pranks. It’s a night of playful fun—but hopefully not too much trouble!
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