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Mailbox Improvement Week arrives in time for spring cleaning

Mailbox Improvement Week arrives in time for spring cleaning

From U.S. Postal Service

LOUISVILLE, KY - The U.S. Postal Service is asking all Louisville homeowners to inspect and repair their mailboxes during Mailbox Improvement Week, May 19-25, says Postmaster Steve Kirkland.

Devilishly delicious ideas for Easter eggs post-holiday

Devilishly delicious ideas for Easter eggs post-holiday

From Carly Dennis

LOUISVILLE, KY - Every Easter, a serious dilemma exists – what to do with all of those beautifully colored hard-boiled eggs?  The Fresh Market has it covered with a number of scrumptious solutions for any leftover eggs in the fridge.

ACE Hardware hosts free paint Saturday

ACE Hardware hosts free paint Saturday

From Victoria Jukofski  

LOUISVILLE, KY - Did you get your free quart of Clark+Kensington paint from Ace Hardware this weekend? If not, you're in luck because Ace is hosting another Free Paint Saturday this weekend, March 16.

Gov. Beshear announces Unique Granite and Marble to expand manufacturing in Owensboro

Gov. Beshear announces Unique Granite and Marble to expand manufacturing in Owensboro

From Kerri Richardson, Governor's Communications Office

FRANKFORT, KY – Governor Steve Beshear announced Unique Granite and Marble Inc. plans to expand manufacturing operations in Owensboro, creating 25 new, full-time jobs and investing $400,000 in the project.
“Unique Granite and Marble is a true small business success story, with an owner who saw a need in his community, began filling that need and is now looking to expand the company’s footprint,” said Gov. Beshear. “We’re excited to see these 25 new jobs and a $400,000 investment in the Commonwealth.”

Unique Granite and Marble has been manufacturing custom granite and quartz countertops in Owensboro since 2004, after the company saw a need in the local market and transitioned from home building and remodeling to countertop manufacturing.

Agricultural Commissioner Comer launches programs to help veterans find farm jobs

Agricultural Commissioner Comer launches programs to help veterans find farm jobs

From Ted Sloan, Kentucky Department of Agriculture

FRANKFORT, KY - Agriculture Commissioner James Comer launched two new programs to help Kentucky military veterans find jobs in agriculture and sell their farm products.


Kentucky Proud Jobs for Vets connects veterans looking for work with farmers who need labor. Homegrown by Heroes is a new logo that identifies farm products produced by Kentucky veterans. The programs will operate out of the Kentucky Department of Agriculture.

Simple steps can prevent frozen water pipes

Simple steps can prevent frozen water pipes

From Robynne Gardner, Louisville Water Company

LOUISVILLE, KY - As the temperatures dip below freezing, Louisville Water Company reminds customers to take steps to avoid frozen water lines inside their homes and businesses.

Exercise caution when using heating equipment to deal with frigid temperatures

Exercise caution when using heating equipment to deal with frigid temperatures

From Ryan Houchen

LOUISVILLE, KY - Much of the Metro Area will be dealing with below freezing temperatures for the next week.  To cope with the Arctic air, Floyds Knobs residents may turn to alternative heating methods to help warm their homes. The Lafayette Township Fire Protection District is reminding its customers to take extra care when using any heating equipment other than a central heating system.