Here’s what 24 acres in Russell could become
By Caitlin Bowling | Posted on June 7, 2017Four potential developers have put forth proposals that envision quite different futures for the 24-acre Heritage West site at 30th Street and Muhammad Ali Boulevard. The proposals include a state-of-the-art biotechnology research park, a food cooperative, a world-class track and field athletic facility, and...
Wired: Mayor’s proposed budget to fund citywide fiber internet project
By Caitlin Bowling | Posted on April 27, 2017This story has been updated. Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer wants to invest $5.4 million to install fiber optic cables across Jefferson County, he announced Thursday as part of his proposed fiscal year 2018 budget. “The fiber investment lays a foundation for future investments in...
City invests in plans for Russell arts, commercial district
By Caitlin Bowling | Posted on April 24, 2017Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Government is dedicating $175,000 from its general fund to nonprofit Louisville Central Community Centers to help kick-start efforts to create an arts, culture and commercial district along Muhammad Ali Boulevard. Government leaders announced Monday that the city had signed a formal...
Monday Business Briefing: PharMerica aims to double acquisitions; Louisville Cream gets $10K Kiva loan; farmers market in the works; and more
By Staff | Posted on February 27, 2017Welcome to the Feb. 27 Monday Business Briefing, your private business intelligence digest from Insider Louisville. PharMerica shares fall as rising costs drag down earnings Louisville-based PharMerica Corp. predicts that its revenue will rise about 16 percent this year, boosted in part by doubling...
The Closing Bell: Brown-Forman expands parental leave; Village Anchor owner opening third concept, with more in the works; Louisville’s oldest real estate firm acquired; and more
By Staff | Posted on May 20, 2016Welcome to The Closing Bell. This is your last stop for biz scoops and big news before the weekend — a roundup of stories that can’t wait till Monday. Brown-Forman expands parental leave Louisville distiller Brown-Forman Corp. this month began offering expecting mothers 12...