Jessica's Louisville Blog April 2008 Archive

Say Goodbye to the Delta Queen, Just In Case
The Great Steamboat Race is tomorrow, April 30th. Boarding is from 3:45 to 4:40, with the boats departing at 4:45 and the race starting at 5:00 p.m. at the Clark ... Read More

Tuesday April 29, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Great Balloon Glow Tonight
The Great Balloon Glow is tonight starting at 9 p.m. at the Kentucky Fair and Exposition Center. Admission is free with a 2008 Pegasus Pin. If you haven't bought a ... Read More

Friday April 25, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Find Out Which Stations Have the Cheapest Gas Prices
I've been doing a lot of research lately on the price of gasoline, and, in my research, I came across a couple of websites that are invaluable if you're trying ... Read More

Thursday April 24, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Go Green, Get Cash
If you need to replace your lawn care equipment this spring, then you may want to consider going green and purchasing an electric lawnmower, weed eater, or leaf blower. Not ... Read More

Wednesday April 23, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Barak Obama @ IU Southeast Wednesday
By Michael Maupin With the May 6 Indiana primary election drawing closer, another presidential contender is making a local stop at to rally votes. Illinois senator and Democratic Party hopeful Barak ... Read More

Tuesday April 22, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

How Are High Gas Prices Affecting You?
Gas prices were averaging $3.50 a gallon around town this weekend, and, if this year is anything like those that have come before it, the price will only rise as ... Read More

Monday April 21, 2008 | permalink | comments (2)

Earthquake in Louisville: What Was Your Reaction?
My sister-in law said she jumped out of bed thinking it was a tornado and frantically searching the floor for her pants. A lot of people I talked to said ... Read More

Friday April 18, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Kentucky Voter Registration Deadline
If you need to register to vote for the first time in Kentucky or make an update to your registered name or address, you'll have to do so by closing ... Read More

Friday April 18, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Louisville Loop: One-Fourth Down, Three-Fourths to Go
Mayor Jerry Abramson cut the tape on Tuesday for the opening of the first section of the Louisville Loop. The Louisville Loop will eventually become a 100-mile walking, hiking, and ... Read More

Thursday April 17, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Chalk It Up to a Free Book
April is National Poetry Month, and Louisville's own Sarabande Books is celebrating by giving books away. Throughout the month of April, if you chalk at least two lines of your ... Read More

Wednesday April 16, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Thunder Over Louisville in Hindsight


Tuesday April 15, 2008 | permalink | comments (1)

Vote for the Best of Louisville (For a Fee)
Louisville Magazine is accepting ballots for their annual Best of Louisville Awards through April 25th, 2008. Let me be the first to say that these awards are, at best, a ... Read More

Monday April 14, 2008 | permalink | comments (1)

Bill Clinton in Corydon on Monday
By Michael Maupin Former President Bill Clinton will present a "Solutions for America" event tomorrow, March 14, at the Corydon Central Junior High gymnasium from noon until 3 p.m. in support ... Read More

Sunday April 13, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Your Belief (or disbelief) in God on Display in Indiana
I bought a new car last year. When I went to the Indiana BMV to pay the taxes on it and get a license plate, the woman asked me if ... Read More

Thursday April 10, 2008 | permalink | comments (6)

The Clintons Vie for Votes in Indiana's May Primary
By Michael Maupin Chelsea Clinton spoke on Tuesday at IU Southeast in support of her mother Hillary Clinton. Her primary message was federal reform for students seeking financial aid. If elected, ... Read More

Wednesday April 9, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Yarmuth's Voice of the People
Do you have a personal story that is the basis for your opinion on an issue? Have you ever wished that you could share that story with the people that ... Read More

Wednesday April 9, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Chelsea Clinton @ IU Southeast Today
Chelsea Clinton will be talking and answering questions at Indiana University Southeast in New Albany today starting at 1:30. The session will occur in the Hoosier Room of the University ... Read More

Tuesday April 8, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Family Spring Break Activities
This week is Spring Break in Jefferson County. If your family is staying in town this week, then you're going to need things to do to keep the kids amused. ... Read More

Monday April 7, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Thousand Poets and the First Friday Trolley Hop
If you're planning on going to the First Friday Trolley Hop tonight, you might be interested in knowing that Thousand Poets will be teaming up with the Trolley Hop for ... Read More

Friday April 4, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Thunder Over Louisville Party
If you haven't yet decided where you're going to watch this year's Thunder Over Louisville fireworks and air show, you may want to consider making reservations for the Thunder Over ... Read More

Thursday April 3, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Thunder Over Louisville 2008 - FAQ
Q: What is the 2008 Thunder Over Louisville theme? A: "Out of this World" Q: Where can I find information on the 2008 Thunder Over Louisville road closings? A: Thunder Over Louisville street ... Read More

Wednesday April 2, 2008 | permalink | comments (7)

Big Brother Open Casting Call in Louisville
If you love the reality show Big Brother and think you have what it takes to succeed on the show, then you may be interested in attending the open casting ... Read More

Tuesday April 1, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)