The U.S. Conference of Mayors quietly led efforts to coordinate responses to protests. Oh, what? You’re shocked that Greg had something to do with that? [HuffPo]

Just in case you need a reason to roll your eyes even harder about that potential merger? Read this Louisville Water Company story. [WHAS11]

This is why Kentucky can’t have nice things. Corrupt Sylvia Lovely has convinced someone to hire her as a lobbyist. [Page One]

Do you think gambling will fail again this year, thanks to Steve Beshear? [H-L]

Unions in Louisville are unhappy with the way Greg Fischer is trying to “save” the city from overtime costs. He has no idea that all it takes is proper management and he wouldn’t be wasting umpteen millions of dollars per year. [FOX41]

You’re probably really excited about this MSD task force that started its work yesterday. [WFPL]

OH GOD WE’RE ALL GONNA DIE OF THE CROUP OR SOMETHING. Everybody freak out. Go to Kroger and buy up all the bread and milk just to be safe. [WAVE3]

If you’re considering a run for school board, don’t miss these shenanigans. Don’t allow a bait-and-switch to occur. [The 'Ville Voice]

You can bet Steve Imhoff did not enjoy having the public find out he was attempting a bait-and-switch. [C-J/AKN]

The 2012 Kentucky Derby Festival poster was released. Have you taken a look? [Business First]

Put down your coffee. Take a quick pee break. Then look at these photographs of Kevin Harned being…. um… just look. [Terry Meiners]

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]

Why is there so much violent crime at fast-food restaurants? [Slate]

The Kentucky Department of Insurance asked Passport to tighten its reporting and conflicts of interest. [Bluegrass Politics]

Did you see? The leader of No-Kill Louisville spoke out about the problems at Metro Animal Services and the current administration in a massive letter yesterday. That takes SERIOUS guts. [The 'Ville Voice]

Judy Green was grilled yesterday before Ethics regarding her role in the jobs program. You ready for the circus to continue, folks? [WFPL]

Take a look in side the Metro Sewer District’s massive pumping plant operation. It’s pretty cool. [WAVE3]

And just like that, state government has agreed to allow the University of Louisville and the University of Kentucky to raise tuition another six percent. [C-J/AKN]

The Great Balloon Glimmer was canceled over high winds and will not be rescheduled. [FOX41]

Kentucky Gold Bourbon Ice Cream? WHAT? Them’s fightin words and we need that ASAP. [Consuming Louisville]

What makes a livable and lovable city? Louisvillians know the answer(s). [Broken Sidewalk]

WHAS11′s reporters have taken a look inside a Florida drug trip and it’s loosely alarming. [WHAS11]

One hopes Democrat Adam Edelen understands exactly what he’s saying about Democracy and transparency. [Page One]

Stop us if you’ve heard this one before… a Dismas House worker was arrested after trying to steal two dogs from Metro Animal Services. [WHAS11]

Storm damage in Kentucky has exceeded $34 million, according to Governor Steve Beshear’s office. [H-L]

Want to help with a stream study? Wanna improve your world? Here’s your chance. [Click the Clicky]

Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels’ timeline for a presidential campaign is ticking. [MSNBC]

Making you kinda proud to be a Kentuckian: Indiana is set to defund Planned Parenthood. [HuffPo]

Do you think Mitch McConnell actually believes the things he says? [Page One]

The Environmental Protection Agency yesterday proposed stricter controls on water pollution. Will Frankfort react? [WaPo]

No matter how you cut it, this is sad. Butchertown Business Owner: “I am a beaten woman.” [FOX41]

The Great Steamboat Race has been moved to Friday JUNE 29, thanks to the gross flooding. [H-L & Press Release]

There’s a vacant property problem in Louisville’s West End. When are we gonna start giving those properties away to law enforcement and firefighters and such? [WFPL]

Jack Conway wants Pabst Brewing Company to stop selling it’s ‘Blast by Colt 45′ alcoholic beverage and he’s written a letter with some other folks about it. [External PDF Link]

Here’s hoping the gross Ohio River isn’t too high for the Great Steamboat Race on May 4. [84WHAS]

Miller Lite is subsidizing TARC rides on Oaks night. This is sure to be interesting. [C-J/AKN]

Greg Fischer discussed retail and housing at the first State of Downtown Address. [WLKY]

Gas prices have some people using creative ways to cope. But why not walk or bike for a change? Especially if you live within an okay distance from your job? [WAVE3]

Lexington seems to be getting everything right these days. This time they’re cutting travel times in half with traffic signal upgrades. [H-L]

Guess it’s time for local media to cover the Barnstable Brown party non-stop. Find out who will attend this year’s party. [WHAS11]

The nation’s mood is at its lowest level in two years, according to the latest polling. [NY Times]

A University of Louisville professor says high gas prices could lead to a new recession. [FOX41]

There’s a fancy annual plant sale at Yew Dell Gardens on April 30 and May 1. Be prepared before going because you have to pay admission. [Consuming Louisville]

Branden Klayko likes to tease us. He writes a few things and then disappears for months and months. Will we ever get our nerd fix again? [Broken Sidewalk]

But here’s something you can do during the Kentucky Derby Festival – for free (minus the purchase of a Pegasus Pin) to benefit your furry friends:

CLICK TO ENLARGE

On Monday, May 2, from 5:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M., you should be on the Great Lawn at Waterfront Park with your doggies on a leash. There will be live music from Brigid Kaelin and a Fleetwood Mac tribute band. “Upscale” festival tasties, games for dogs, exhibitor booths, pet adoptions and free consults with a trainer and vet.

They’re refusing to refer to the Kentucky Derby Festival as the “Derby Festival.”

The horsey set at the Paulick Report are hosting a fancy NCAA bracket pool to give back to those impacted in Japan. You should get on this thing ASAP. 3rd Place wins a Japan Racing Association 50th Anniversary medallion from the 2004 Japan Cup. 2nd Place wins an official JRA “Turfy” horse hat. 3rd Place wins a 2009 Japan Cup Jacket. [Paulick Report]

Haha, wow, the Sojourn cult is invading Nawbny. Good job, Indiana, they’re taking over yet another school. [NA Confidential]

David Tandy went somewhere and did something and talked about Michelle Obama. [WFPL]

You folks remember Evan Bayh? He’s that sometimes-Democrat who, well, took a sad, hypocritical retirement. Only to be a Faux News contributor. [WaPo]

Steve Beshear’s hand-picked candidate, Elaine Walker, seriously shot herself in the foot. This race is about to get crazy, I think. [Page One]

The Society of Professional Journalists has awarded the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services runner-up status in his “Black Hole Award” category. For trying to keep child deaths and injuries secret. Way to go, Kentucky! [H-L]

Am I the only one who thinks it’s a little crazy that everyone is freaking out about the Manual teacher found “partially naked” in a car with a 17-year-old student? That’s coming from me, the prude. [FOX41]

The Kentucky Derby Festival – not the “Derby Festival” (which we use as a category here for brevity) – has unveiled its 2011 event pins. [WAVE3]

The local media has finally noticed that failed and outgoing superintendent of Jefferson County Public Schools, Sheldon Berman, is being considered for a job in Eugene, Oregon. [WHAS11]

You know what’s hilarious? Mr. Holt won’t release the tape of Ole Dirty Judy Green’s appearance on the radio. Talk about a cover-up. Such corruption. Guess Kevin Cosby got to him quickly. [Deep Radio Shame]

Fresh on the heels of yesterday’s letter from Jim King to Tina Ward-Pugh on Ole Dirty Judy, well, we hear ODJ’s removal from Council is imminent. Guess she needs to start drinking that Tiger Blood. But we’ll believe it when we see it. [The 'Ville Voice]

I love how this story ends with, “Green is not facing criminal charges.” It’s almost as if the station is trying to predict the future. [WAVE3]

Kudos to WDRB for saying “Kentucky Derby Festival” instead of “Derby Festival.” No other station in town has the guts, apparently. [FOX41]

Am I the only person who always ends up trying to go to Vietnam Kitchen on the day of the week it’s closed? Cause this story is causing serious early-morning cravings. [Consuming Louisville]

Gross. Why is Adam Walser just cold double-fisting some what appear to be dead fish? [WHAS11]

Steve Beshear took credit for electronic health records advancements in Kentucky. Granted, he had nothing to do with them. Daniel Mongiardo did, though, and he didn’t even get a mention in the press release. [Page One]

Is the Downtown Development Corporation taking part in unlicensed activity by marketing a property (Iron Quarter/Whiskey Row) it doesn’t own? Engaging in real estate brokerage without a license is a misdemeanor. The Kentucky Real Estate Commission is now looking into it. [Deep Downtown Thoughts]

Appalachian Voices filed notice of intent to sue coal company Nally & Hamilton Enterprises for allegedly violating the Clean Water Act. Naturally, the state doesn’t enforce the laws. [H-L]

Jim Ramsey and Joe Steier will receive GLI’s Silver Fleur-De-Lis Award at the annual meeting on March 15. They’re being recognized for their “outstanding commitments and achievements in the Greater Louisville community.” [Press Release]

Adam Lefkoe dropped SEVEN Ron Burgundyisms in this sportscast. [WHAS11]

The American Printing House for the Blind was selected as an official charity of the Kentucky Derby Festival’s 2011 miniMarathon and Marathon for the second year. [Get Involved]

We’re having a statewide tornado drill today. Just a week ago we were all going crazy because no one sounded alarms for actual tornadoes in Louisville. [WFPL]

What is $6,497,770? Why, it’s the difference between Todd Blue’s Whiskey Row/Iron Quarter asking price of $10,500,000 and the PVA’s assessment of $4,002,230. [Curt Morrison]

Steve Beshear did exactly what he said he wouldn’t do. [Page One]

The Metro Councilcritter Democratic Caucus is figgna meet this Thursday at 5:15 P.M. Wonder what kinda Ole Dirty Judy craziness will go down? [Press Release]

Talks have resumed between Humana and University of Louisville physicians. Could a solution be reached soon? Haha, of course not. [WFPL]

Thank goodness Karen Sypher isn’t getting a new trial. What a disgusting skank. To think I almost felt sorry for her. God. How dumb. [WAVE3]

I went to this thingy in December and it was pretty enjoyable. Can’t go to the event tonight, but you probably should. It’ll be well worth your time. Particularly if you get a fancy Manhattan from the bar. [Consuming Louisville]

Really, finding a decomposed dog in the bathroom of a Shively home? And these people are fit to be parents? [FOX41]