The easiest ways to attract butterflies and hummingbirds to your garden
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) – Pollinators add another layer of pretty to your outdoor space, but you first need to know how to attract them. Jeff Wallitsch, of Wallitsch Gardens, said now is a great time to get started because June is pollinator month. Milkweed, which has many varieties, is...
JCPS chooses million-dollar software to map out new bus routes
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- The largest school district in Kentucky will spend nearly $1.2 million to map out new bus routes and stops. The Jefferson County Public School System is now using a routing system called Traversa Student Transportation from Tyler Technologies out of Plano, Texas. "We are working to...
Kroger to close 60 stores over 18 months
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Kroger is planning to close approximately 60 stores over the next 18 months, according to the company’s First Quarter 2025 report. “In the first quarter, Kroger recognized an impairment charge of $100 million related to the planned closing of approximately 60 stores over the next 18 months,” the...
LIST: Where to find spraygrounds, spraypads around Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Summer is kicking off with a heatwave, and it's just in time for the weekend. If you're interested in taking little ones out to play in the sun, here's where all of the spraygrounds and spraypads are found in Jefferson County. Keep in mind though there...
McDonald’s hiring spree: 4,800 Kentucky jobs up for grabs at 2-day hiring event
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- McDonald's is looking to hire 4,800 people throughout the Louisville area and surrounding regions. The positions need to be filled immediately, according to a news release. Job seekers can text 'apply' to 38000 to get started. Participating locations throughout the Louisville area and region...
Southern Indiana candy store voted as America’s best
JEFFERSONVILLE, Ind. (WAVE) - Those with a sweet tooth won’t have to travel far to find the best treats in America. Schimpff’s Confectionery was named USA Today’s Best Candy Store in America as part of the publication’s “10 Bests” lists. Located in Jeffersonville, the...
Agape Day celebrates Juneteenth through service
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Many people celebrate Juneteenth by hosting events, supporting black businesses, and engaging in community service. But the day after Juneteenth is special for Greek organizations looking to help those who need it most. “We are giving food away on the day we call Agape Day, Dr....
Higher tolls coming to Louisville, Southern Indiana bridges
Starting July 1, drivers will pay more to cross local bridges operated by RiverLink.
Watterson Expressway to be shut down temporarily Sunday
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - A section of the Watterson Expressway (I-264) will be shut down Sunday, June 22 as part of planned utility work by Charter Communications. Both directions of the I-264 will be shut down near Brownsboro Road for about 30 minutes beginning at 8 a.m. Sunday. During that time, detours will be in...
A rare Appalachian firefly flickers in the forests outside Louisville
Rare blue-ghost fireflies are generally associated with the southern Appalachian region, but researchers say their range is likely bigger than that — expanding all the way to north central Kentucky.
