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Jeff Milby

City Editor

Jeff is based in Louisville, Kentucky and previously worked in radio, print, and television newsrooms. A fan of craft beer, he and his friends are regulars at his neighborhood brewery’s trivia night.

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Live
30 historic street names in Louisville, KY
In this guide, we’re diving into the city’s oldest streets and how they got their names.
January 17, 2025
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City
A $14.5 million grant will help reconnect Portland to the riverfront
The funds come from the US Department of Transportation.
January 16, 2025
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Jeff Milby
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Culture
Construction underway on $2.3 million upgrade at Kentucky Derby Museum
Improvements are coming to the Great Hall’s oval theater.
January 14, 2025
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City
Help decide the future of the Belvedere
You can learn more and offer your input at three public meetings this month.
January 14, 2025
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Culture
What will Columbia look like in the 22nd century?
Babies born this year are part of Generation Beta, the first generation likely to live to see the year 2101 — what will Columbia be like for them?
January 13, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
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Events
Get a taste of New Orleans with this four-course Cajun dinner
The Cajun Comfort Bourbon Dinner featuring Heaven’s Door Whiskey is coming to Lou Lou on Market on Jan. 27 + 29.
January 10, 2025
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Jeff Milby
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City
Goodwood Brewing is coming to Whiskey Row
Out with the whiskey, in with the beer at the former Number 15 space.
January 10, 2025
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A person uses a rowing machine to workout.
Live
Get your sweat on at gyms around Louisville, KY
From lifting weights, indoor rock climbing, personal training, dance fitness, boxing classes, and martial arts programs — we’ve rounded up 29 gyms and fitness offerings around Louisville.
January 10, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Culture
What will Louisville look like in the 22nd century?
Babies born this year are part of Generation Beta, the first generation likely to live to see the year 2101 — what will Louisville be like for them?
January 9, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
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City
These 7 Louisvillians are getting Hometown Hero banners in 2025
It’s gonna be a banner year for these local athletes, musicians, and leaders.
January 8, 2025
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Culture
Be an extra in a new Gus Van Sant movie
“Dead Man’s Wire” comes from Louisville-born director Gus Van Sant.
January 8, 2025
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City
Snow day tips and resources for Louisville
If you’re snowed in, here’s what to do.
January 6, 2025
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Business
Kentucky Kingdom planning $11 million expansion
The new “land” will open in May 2025.
January 2, 2025
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Jeff Milby
A church steeple rises above a quiet city street. The red brick church is lit with purple light, and features stained glass windows.
Culture
5 Bob Dylan connections to Louisville
With “A Complete Unknown” hitting theaters, we thought we’d round up Dylan’s connections to Derby City.
December 17, 2024
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Jeff Milby
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City
Learn the history behind Louisville’s first skyscraper
The Columbia Building was an iconic Louisville feature for ~75 years.
December 11, 2024
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The photo shows the exterior of a restaurant or establishment at night. It has large black-framed glass doors and windows. The name "Byrdie's" is visible on the window, along with the text "Joie de Vivre" and "Louisville, Kentucky." Inside, a warmly lit reception area features a person standing at a counter with plants and decorative items around. Two large potted plants are placed outside the entrance, adding to the welcoming aesthetic.
Food
French bistro Byrdie’s opens in NuLu
The restaurant comes from the acclaimed restaurateurs behind a Michelin star spot in Chicago.
December 11, 2024
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Jeff Milby
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City
See renderings of LOUMed Commons
A park is breaking out of the site of a decommissioned city jail.
December 9, 2024
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Food
MeeshMeesh is the No. 3 best new restaurant in America
The NuLu Mediterranean spot was awarded the title based on user reviews + Yelp trends.
December 5, 2024
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Jeff Milby
A TARC bus in Louisville, Kentucky.
City
TARC seeking student artists to design a bus
The artwork will be seen on a bus route near you
December 4, 2024
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City
3 places to go ice skating in Louisville
Lace em’ up, LOU — let’s hit the ice.
December 3, 2024
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Culture
3 Louisville stories to bring up at the Thanksgiving table
You can thank us later.
November 25, 2024
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A slice of pizza on a plate sitting on a menu for Pizza Lupo
Live
A guide to Louisville’s pizza scene
Dig into LOU’s must-try pizza shops including Lupo, The Post, and Mozzapi.
November 22, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
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Events
These holiday gift baskets help rescue local cats and dogs
The Bow Wow Meow Holiday Basket Boutique benefits the Animal Care Society.
November 21, 2024
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Culture
A brief history of Louisville on “Jeopardy!”
I’ll take LOU for 502, Alex.
November 21, 2024
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Play
How to plan the ultimate road trip to Lexington
Hit the road and head to the Horse Capital of the World — we’re sharing all the details about what to do and eat, plus where to stay.
November 19, 2024
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Jeff Milby
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City
Louisville’s Main Library ranked No. 8 most beautiful in US
The York Street branch finished just below libraries in New York, Boston, and the Library of Congress.
November 15, 2024
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Jeff Milby
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Real Estate
After 62 years, Mid-City Mall is up for sale
The 11-acre Highlands property is destined to become a mixed-used development.
November 14, 2024
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Declan Lowthian
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Events
‘Lights on Main’ returns to the Frazier History Museum
The fifth annual event will run from Wednesday, Nov. 20 through Friday, Jan. 6.
November 13, 2024
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Jeff Milby
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Culture
Meet Knocked Loose, the Louisville band that’s up for a Grammy
Louisville’s hardcore scene has a new reason to mosh.
November 11, 2024
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Jeff Milby
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City
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport breaks ground on $45 million expansion
The security checkpoint expansion is the largest project at SDF in 35 years.
November 7, 2024
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