Kentucky

In 2006, the city of Louisville set up a wall where graffiti artists were allowed to paint. But when the art started offending neighbors and officials, the wall was shut down. This article wonders if there's room for more public art in Louisville.

August 29, 2008 - The Louisville Eccentric Observer

Kentucky and Tennessee residents who were evicted in the 1960s to make way for a nature preserve are fighting to make sure their history is accurately represented in historical markers and visitor centers at the site.

June 25, 2008 - Knoxville News Sentinel

Jerry Abramson, mayor of Louisville, Kentucky, has announced plans to invest $100,000 in creating a pedestrian plan for his city.

December 12, 2007 - Louisville Courier-Journal

The rural communities of Kentucky are wiring up, and a statewide effort to convince rural residents of the benefits of internet access expects nearly 98% of the state to have internet access by the end of the year.

September 14, 2007 - The Economist

Once-blighted areas of downtown Louisville, Kentucky, have seen huge increases in development and property values recently -- a trend many attribute to public initiatives that encourage private investors. But other factors are also causing the boom.

June 22, 2007 - The Courier-Journal

Officials in Louisville, Kentucky, are considering joining the 22 other cities across the country that have adopted a 'complete' streets policy to ensure roads aren't built solely for cars.

March 9, 2007 - Louisville Courier-Journal

Planning officials in Fayette County, Kentucky, have approved a plan that will not expand its boundary of growth. The planning commission also unanimously rejected the establishment of an 'urban reserve', in case minds changed about expansion.

January 24, 2007 - Lexington Herald-Leader

Halting the environmentally destructive mountain-top removal of coal mining in Appalachia has long been a goal for environmentalists. Now members of the Mennonite and other Christian denominations have joined the movement.

October 30, 2006 - The New York Times

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is expected to act when pollution from one state affects a neighboring state. In the absence Of federal involvement, states have started to sue each other.

September 8, 2006 - The Washington Post

Kentucky, a state slow to adapt the concepts of New Urbanism, eyes several developments that are walkable and pedestrian friendly.

June 26, 2006 - The Courier-Journal

Coal mining in the heart of America's ancient ecosystem is destroying Eastern Kentucky's natural beauty.

February 13, 2006 - International Herald Tribune

Planners and transit advocates consider rail to alleviate traffic congestion and promote development in Greater Cincinnati.

February 8, 2006 - The Cincinnati Post

The Louisville Botanica gardening group is betting that if they build a botanical garden, tourists will come.

June 15, 2005 - The Courier-Journal

Redevelopement project in downtown Louisville, Kentucky gets mixed reviews from residents.

March 30, 2005 - MetropolisMag.com

Louisville, KY, plans a 15-year $20 million upgrade of its park system, expanding it to its suburbs.

February 24, 2005 - Louisville Courier-Journal

A comprehensive survey of Louisville, Kentucky’s historic structures could halt last-minute battles between developers and preservationists.

October 30, 2004 - Louisville Courier-Journal

Infringing on property rights or preserving local architectural styles? More Louisville, KY neighborhoods are establishing historic preservation districts in an effort to protect their distinctive character.

July 19, 2004 - Louisville Courier-Journal

Cities around the nation a curious about Louisville's experience.

April 29, 2004 - The Washington Post Writers Group

New law allows higher taxes on unsightly properties.

March 30, 2004 - The Cincinnati Enquirer

Louisville is set to transform their ailing downtown Galleria into a mix of retail and entertainment.

March 14, 2003 - Louisville Courier-Journal