We’d read it.

But we can’t decide if it’s creepy to profit off that mess or silly not to.

Thoughts?

If LMAS leaders were so busy saving animals that they didn’t have time to proofread their business cards, that would be one thing. But they’re still killing like the Mayor never campaigned on going no kill, like the Council never passed a No Kill Resolution, like No Kill Louisville has stopped all advocacy for the No Kill Equation and just works with the shelter to provide direct care and is publicly silent about the continuing need for systemic change. Oh wait, NKL has done that. Louisville’s citizens get the government that they accept. Keep putting up with this sh*t, and you’ll forever get more and more of it.

Austin, TX, which actually implemented the No Kill Equation at the same time Fischer could have done so, is now saving 95% of all animals at its open-admission shelter. Louisville, despite the hundreds of thousands of dollars donated to NKL, rescue groups, and LMAS, is still killing thousands.

Pay close attention to the section in bold.

Today Congressman John Yarmuth will cosponsor HR1905, the Iran Threat Reduction Act. It strengthens sanctions against Iran and closes loopholes in current energy and financial sanctions. [Press Release]

This is how the University of Kentucky tries to silence its faculty members who speak up and ask questions. At the very least, this is how it tries to slow them down. Does this go on at the University of Louisville? You bet. [H-L]

Metro Animal Services knows this dog died as a result of an illness (as so many do) it contract at LMAS facilities and is still refusing to cover its vet bills. Justin Scally maybe isn’t working out so well for your image, is he, Greg? [WAVE3]

Here you go. Here’s more of Greg Fischer and the Democrats making all of their moves with organized labor 100% secret and not open to public scrutiny. Your tax dollars at work. [C-J/AKN]

We tend to dislike the death penalty because it’s the easy way out. The fact that this guy is begging to be killed right away illustrates that. [FOX41]

How many months will it be before Greg Fischer rides that bicycle to work again? [Broken Sidewalk]

Jack Conway’s brain is melting (no, not from the bleach/Sun-In) because Sullivan University, a for-profit school, is the subject of some positive press about reducing its carbon footprint. Sure, Sullivan probably paid for it/got it for being an advertiser, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t melting Jack’s brain. [WHAS11]

The Belknap Fall Festival is this Friday and Saturday and you should probably be there. [Consuming Louisville]

Teddy Gordon says it’s time for Jefferson County Public Schools to end litigation. What do you think? Should our tax dollars continue to be spent to fight a losing court battle? [WLKY]

The longer this orchestra mess goes on, the more people develop a negative attitude toward the musicians and the orchestra. It’s an embarrassment for this city. They’re behaving like Greg Fischer’s new Animal Services guy. [FOX41]

A grassroots effort urging LMPD to resume its search for Andrew’s body is gaining steam:

This is from the latest post:

The Louisville Metro Police Deparment state that they have “exhausted” all leads and resources to search for Andrew Compton’s body, and they are now looking to the public to provide leads and any information that may help in discovering Andrew’s body. (Source)

Our angle is not to cause controversy, but to represent those in the community that believe that Andrew’s family deserves peace and justice. We believe that searching for nine days was not enough time, and we are asking the Louisville Metro Police Department to ACTIVELY solicit the public for leads, and to reconsider resuming the search.

Will the community ever get the answers it deserves? Will his family?

The cops we’ve spoken with are just as frustrated as the rest of us – so placing blame on LMPD is a big misguided. But this situation is bizarre and sad.

Early yesterday the Republican Party of Kentucky questioned the resignation of Jack Conway’s brother. And the scandal lives on. [Page One]

Greg Fischer says we should issue $17.5 million in bonds to help reopen Kentucky Kingdom. What do you think? [C-J/AKN]

Members of the Metro Council say the LG&E franchise agreement is unfair. [WFPL]

Are you tracking the Kentucky Derby post-time favorites? [H-L]

Louisville workers escaped a warehouse downtown just before a wall buckled and collapsed. [FOX41]

The Pegasus Parade is at 5:00 P.M. today. Finally, something that likely won’t be ruined by weather! And it’s fun for the entire family. [WAVE3]

Of interest to those following Humana closely: the U.S. House is set to block an increase in Tricare premiums. [WaPo]

Texas executed its first inmate using a drug that is typically used to euthanize animals – like those at Metro Animal Services. [Reuters]

Really, what’s your take on Greg Fischer’s recommendation that the city issue $17.5 million in bonds to support Kentucky Kingdom? [WHAS11]

You celebrating Cinco de Mayo at el Mundo today? This means you can drink in the daytime. [Consuming Louisville]

The Ohio River is at about a foot above flood stage and warnings remain in effect. We’re all gonna wash away! [C-J/AKN]

Obituary: Osama bin Laden. The most wanted face of terrorism. [More NY Times]

Mitch McConnell is right. The United States made good on its pledge. [Politico]

Are you ready for the Kentucky Humane Society to operate Louisville Metro Animal Services? Of course you not. and now you know what we told you was spot-on a couple weeks ago. Greg Fischer says KHS is an option for takeover. [FOX41]

Today and tomorrow President Barack Obama and Dr. Jill Biden will honor Kentucky teacher Erika Schmelzer Webb of East Jessamine High School as one of the 2011 National Teacher of the Year recipients. [Press Release]

Lexington really seems to ‘get’ what it means to live downtown and is opening downtown grocery stores. Unfortunately, Lexington neither has a real downtown nor is is it “urban,” but this is nice to see happening. [H-L]

Kentucky State Parks are offering all kinds of discounts during the month of May. Take them up on these great offers. [State Parks]

The future of Metro Animal Services will soon be determined. Unfortunately, Greg Fischer has no flipping clue what he’s doing and no one has any faith at this point. He and his right hands, Sadiqa and Allison, continue to allow the place to rot. Something SERIOUS needs to change. [FOX41]

Protestors were cited for graffiti – CHALK graffiti – during a May Day rally. Really, citing people AGAIN for using chalk on sidewalks? Really? [WAVE3]

The sixth annual Unstable Clown Party will take place on the evening prior to the Kentucky Derby. [Consuming Louisville]

Lexington’s chamber of commerce is apparently ready to fall in love with Greater Louisville Inc. [H-L]

Something tells us this is going to be a disappointment. What the heck is this “lost chamber” that’s going to be unveiled tonight at 6:00 P.M. that’s been “secret” and “hidden” since 1874? (Though, we admit, WHAS totally lured us in.) [WHAS11]

Teenagers will again face a lean summer job market. Because – get this – the entire job market is lean. [WFPL]

Hundreds gathered in Noblesville tonight to reminisce about a missing Carmel High School graduate believed slain last month.

Andrew Compton, 18, disappeared from the Sullivan University campus in Louisville, Ky., on Oct. 28. Police believe Compton was slain by a man whom he’d met online, but they have yet to discover his body.

Outside the memorial service at Grace Community Church, family members preferred to think of an all-too-short life well lived than Compton’s tragic and untimely end. Cousin Sean Vance said the number of people who turned out for the ceremony was “very gratifying and humbling” for the family.

Click here to read the rest from the Indianapolis Star.

Where’d that alleged murderer leave his body? Disgusting.

Such a sad, screwed-up situation.

Larry Hausman is kicking off his congressional campaign on Monday the 25th, 11:00 A.M., Bowman Field Airport Terminal. [Press Release]

Not surprisingly, your hometown newspaper thinks it’s fine and dandy to prey on the emotions of consumers by using Haiti to make a buck. Guess it’s no worse than a non-profit having overhead costs. Though, it’d be just as easy for a business to donate a portion of proceeds rather than use a disaster to to pull in profits. [C-J]

Yesterday President Barack Obama announced the Presidential Citizens Medal. Get all the details and watch the video at the link. [White House]

Jefferson County PVA Tony Lindauer wants to know what you think. [Take The Survey]

How sad. Somebody jumped to their death from the Heyburn Building yesterday. [C-J]

Fairdale Bigfoot is still running for mayor and he’s got a new advice column this week! Relationship advice time! [Consuming Louisville]

That Jesus Museum in Northern Kentucky is going to be pissed that the Louisville Zoo is about to play host to some robodinos. [WHAS11]

Big news for the corner of Market & Cambell. New restaurant, wine shop. Excitement! [C-J]

Suburban dollars fund urban services but benefits are often shared? [WFPL]

Ellen Call is the new spokescritter for Insight in Louisville. Maybe she can make their shiz work and maybe call it quits with the 900 Insight Phone 2.0 mail pieces every Louisvillian receives every day? [C-J]

The National Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty is holding its annual conference in Louisville January 14 through January 17 at the Seelbach. [Press Release]

What does Greg Fischer love about Louisville? His campaign staff reached really far for this one, kids. [Consuming Louisville]

You ready for tomorrow night at 9:00? A&E’s The First 48 premiers with a focus on LMPD’s Homicide Unit as it investigates the double murder of Dion & Timela Smith in March 2009. [Press Release]

Greg Fischer has been very busy touring the lieberry and stuff. [Twitter Machine]

Oh noes for the McMahan fire chief. Spending city money on his shiz. Smooth move, duder. [C-J]

Why is Jerry Abramson still screwing police officers and keeping their money? This is not a political issue and it’s time for him to stop sticking it to the most important folks in the city. [WLKY]

On the 18th University of Louisville students will go door to door asking for donations for Dare to Care. There will be three 15-passenger vans making the rounds from 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. Contact Pam Curtis (502.314.6646), Brigid Welch (812.599.9042) or Natasha Ramsey (859.621.7553) to get involved. [Press Release]

WAVE3′s News Director, Lee Eldridge, is allegedly leaving to pursue other business opportunities. [Click the Clicky]

Sparkman is the U.S. Census worker who was found dead near a cemetery in Clay County.

UPDATE @ 2:00:

State & Federal officials have ruled the death of U.S. Census worker Bill Sparkman a suicide.

Sparkman’s body was found duct taped and gagged in September near a cemetery in Clay County.

The sad press release says Sparkman held two life insurance policies that don’t cover suicide.

Another Update: Sorry. Forgot to include the press release.

Click here for that.