The revitalization of west Louisville, and specifically the Russell neighborhood, forges ahead. A vacant warehouse at the corner of 15th Street and West Broadway is set to be transformed into a $34 million mixed-use development. The former candy factory, which is on the National Register of Historic Places, dates back to 1922. It’s sat vacant […]
Month: January 2019
Louisville getting national recognition for A Place of Promise initiative in Russell neighborhood
It’s an initiative designed to be a model for the nation. Russell: A Place of Promise is a long-term plan to keep the residents from being pushed out of their neighborhood. The Russell neighborhood has felt the long-lasting impact of redlining and divestment. With a host of new investments in the works, the initiative wants […]
SmART bus stop unveiled in Russell neighborhood
A new and improved bus shelter is popping up in the Russell neighborhood. The SmART Stop bus shelter was unveiled Friday morning in front of St. Peter’s United Church of Christ. The design features colorful acrylic pieces echoing the church’s stained glass windows. The new bus stop is part of the ongoing efforts for revitalize […]