Beginning tomorrow morning you’ll be able to read Greg Fischer’s first state of the city address. [Click the Clicky]

Lexington Mayor Jim Gray highlighted the negatives and embarrassing problems Lexington faces and he addressed them head-on. Will Greg Fischer have the guts to bring up any negatives in Louisville? [H-L]

WLKY’s spelling failure on the New York Jets/Jew York Jets front is getting bigger and bigger. It’s now on Failblog. [Failblog]

Rand Paul proposes eliminating HUD and everything else. Something tells me this isn’t going to go over so well with Kentuckians. [Ryan Alessi]

Here’s what Congressman John Yarmuth had to say about last evening’s State of the Union address: “Tonight was about the difficult choices we face as a nation, and President Obama mapped out an ambitious plan for fiscal responsibly that focuses on programs that are critical to our economic recovery. In Louisville, federal investments have revitalized manufacturing at Ford and Appliance Park, leading to the creation of thousands of jobs. If we do not continue to make these investments in innovation as well as education and infrastructure we will essentially surrender our nation to our global competitors.” [Press Release]

The Jefferson County Teachers Association is pushing for its leaders to be on the search committee to find a new superintendent for Jefferson County Public Schools. Why would anyone want the folks who are trying to KEEP Sheldon Berman to find his replacement? We’re all about teachers, but come on. [WAVE3]

Jennifer Lawrence was nominated for an Oscar for her performance in Winter’s Bone. Yet another local actress making it big. Something to make us proud during these frigid months. [FOX41]

You may view a trailer for Winters Bone by clicking the link at the end of this line. [YouTube]

Um, I’m not entirely sure that Falls City beer is something that beer lovers flock to? But cool that it’s coming to Baxter Avenue. [Consuming Louisville]

No words.

• Dear John Boel: Please Let Us Get You Help & John Boel Is Finally Out At WLKY [November 8 & November 10]
• John Belski Out At WAVE3, Too [August 18]
• Real Story Behind The Mint Jubilee Mess [February 17]
• Bobby Jack Gone from WAMZ Radio [October 2]
• UofL: Land Of The Appearance Of Impropriety [October 25]
• My Beloved Francene Cucinello [January 15]
• Local TeeVee News People Rumor Fun [March 19]
• The Entire Metro Government Audit Is Here [March 24]
• Garson & Ivory Sink To Nasty New Low [October 28]
• Dan Spangler Sues Station for Discrimination [January 21]

An honorable mention for what sparked a year of begging from local shoppers: ear X-tacy Faces Closure, Owner Speaks Out [February 9]

Thank you for sticking with us for so long – particularly to those who disagree with us most but still continue to read and contribute. I (Jake) don’t get too personal here on a regular basis, but… much love to you.

Hope you and yours have a happy new year!

In case you needed a reason to avoid downtown on February 11? Kid Rock. [FOX 41]

Now that Sheldon Berman is out as superintending of Jefferson County Public Schools, it’s time to think about the future. Who will replace him? [The 'Ville Voice]

Apparently, some folks think State Rep. Charlie Miller should be the next head of Jefferson County Public Schools. But that’s not gonna happen. We only bring in out-of-state folks who pal around with people like Robert Felner. [Facebook]

After WLKY ran a story last night declaring that the board of education had taken no action on Sheldon Berman, every other station in town ran a story that was factual. Like this one. [WAVE3]

And this story, too. Seems most people realize that being first isn’t the best way to operate in the news world. [WHAS11]

Attorney William Wilson – the guy who went “missing” in September has just as mysteriously resurfaced in the Louisville area. [FOX 41]

Really? Mitch McConnell revitalized Louisville over the past three years? This is the most hilarious story ever written. [WaPo]

We’re all just gonna play pat-a-cake over environmental issues. Because that’s what the rest of the world does. Makes sense. [NY Times]

His bio has also been removed from the station’s website.

Here’s hoping he gets the help he needs after his latest DUI arrest that occurred over the weekend in Bullitt County.

He could use his situation to help countless others and I hope he chooses to do so.

Booked on Saturday in Bullitt County for operating a motor vehicle while under the influence and for having an open container. Seems like it was just yesterday when he was doing the same thing in Shelby County.

I’m serious when I say this: let us get you some help, John. Please. Stop this. It’s getting depressing and you could kill someone or yourself.

Commenters: save your negativity. People in situations like this need immediate help.

Whaaaat? Kentucky’s public bus system is leaving people behind? Surely not! [LEO Weekly]

Dismass Charities says it didn’t use any tax dollars when purchasing luxury suites at sports venues. Because that makes the $137,000 in expenditures a-okay, right? [H-L]

Here’s another great look at the Yum! Dismass fun times. [Fat Lip]

Kentucky State Budget Director and secretary of the governor’s executive cabinet outlined new state government restrictions yesterday. [Page One]

Remember that meme Greg Fischer was pushing about Louisville being super-safe? Yeah. About that. [Super-Safe]

The median price for a home in the Crescent Hill neighborhood has dropped $30,000 in just six weeks. Which is terrific news for anyone looking to move to the hood (DO IT). [Louisville Home Sales]

I hear through the gayvine that Hailee Lampert could be leaving teevee to do PR here in town. [Teevee Rumors]

What? Former 4th Street Live employees are suing because they were forced to work without pay? Smooth move, Cordish. [Various Reports]

Republicans are apparently forgetting/not realizing that Hal Heiner’s campaign has been focused on gaining Democratic votes, not Republican votes, and that accounts for a change. It takes Democrats to win in Louisville. [EITB]

No LG&E rate hike til 2013 is kind of a good thing, maybe? [FOX 41]

The bridges non-authority is “taking action” on its “long-term plans.” Fun times with quotes. [WAVE3]

What do The Wizard of Oz, Airplane and E.T. have in common? They’re all being shown for free at the Iroquois Amphitheater. [Consuming Louisville]

This is too important not to discuss: Sheldon Berman’s review has been pushed into July in an attempt to keep portions of said review secret. [WFPL]

Jury selection in the Rick Pitino – Karen Sypher sexytime extortion case begins today. [WAVE3]

You’ll want to check this site out for all of your fancy Forecastle Festival coverage. [Backseat Sandbar]

The festival was a giant success with 100+ performers and thousands of music lovers. [WHAS11]

Is Tilia open? Has anyone been? [Broken Sidewalk Flashback]

Six Flags Over Jesus is expanding into Oldham County. The church will soon spread further east and take over the world. [WLKY]

If you’re familiar with the Carriage Lady, you should probably help with her funeral. [FOX41]

Listen up, folks, you need to help me give away some books. Here’s why. [Page One]

Since the C-J doesn’t comprehend that running old news as an “exclusive” doesn’t sell newspapers, they ran a “print exclusive” on Sunday. Here’s a Monday link to the story about Rand Paul’s faux ophthalmology group. [C-J]

As Talking Points Memo noted in late May, we first focused on the group. And now the paper is running this like it’s breaking news. No wonder so many C-J reporters complain to me about hating their jobs. [TPM Flashback]

Chris Poynter is leaving Jerry Abramson’s mayoral staff to work for Greg Fischer. What was that, dear readers, about Greg’s crew not being a rehash of the last thirty years? You’re about to experience another four years of zero transparency, top-down “leadership” and personal spite and bitterness. (I’m talking about all the folks, not specifically Poynter.) [Joe Arnold]

Of course we hate paying for MSD’s debt. The interesting part of this story, however, is the part where the Courier-Journal continues to promote Steve Henry’s faux non-profit, Future Fund, as legitimate despite the fact that he used the organization to move money around and was recently convicted. [James Bruggers]

Bruce Dunbar, former WLKY anchor, died Friday. [FOX10]

Here’s more information that should lead you to believe the Courier-Journal editorial board is a Larry Clark apologist committee. [C-J]

Why is Rand Paul flip-flopping and trying to revise his own history 24/7? What’s happened to all of his “liberty” and “freedom” and all that? [Barefoot & Progressive]

Can the Professional Firefighters Association defeat Dan Seum in the state senate race? Not likely. [WFPL]

590 entries were received from more then 40 media organizations in the Ohio Valley. The awards will be presented at a gala in Columbus, Ohio on July 31.

Here are the nominees from Louisville:

Newscast – Evening

• WAVE3 @ 11 – Aaron Matthew Ellis, Sarah Miles
• 5pm Newscast – Suspect Chopper Chase, WLKY – Erin Gritton

Breaking News

• Jason Stinson Verdict, WHAS – Renee Murphy
• Waterfront Park Shooting, WLKY – David Masino, William E. DeReamer, Erin Gritton

Spot News

• Fatal test drive, WDRB – Bennett Haeberle, Sarah Grote

Continuing Coverage

• Metro Animal Services, WLKY – Andy Alcock
• Bridge to Nowhere, WAVE3 – Chris McGill, Doug Druschke

Peep the other nominees – there are a bunch – after the jump…

General Assignment Report – Within 24 Hours

• Dog Rescue, WLKY – Andy Alcock

General Assignment Report – No Time Limit

• Wolf Dog, WLKY – David Masino, Ann Bowdan

Feature News Report – Single Story

• Turtle Man, WDRB – Barry Bernson, Ken Bradley
• Last Picture Show, WDRB – Barry Bernson, Reed Nelson
• Drag’s A Life, WHAS – Adrianna Hopkins, Steven Richard
• Hailey & Carter, WHAS – Melanie Kahn, Steven Richard

Investigative Report – Single Story

• The Cost of Care, WDRB – Bennet Haeberle, Sarah Grote
• Water Pollution Probe, WLKY – John Boel

Investigative Report – Series

• Theatair X: Undercover and Above the Law, WAVE3 – Carrie Sharp, Roger Dunaway
• Male Modeling, WHAS – Andy Treinen

Business/Consumer – News

• Consumer Watch, WHAS – Andy Treinen

Crime – News

• A Rose is a Rose, WHAS – Adam Walser
• Dead End Street, WLKY – John Boel

Health/Science/Education – News

• Cross-Kidney Donation, WAVE3 – Elizabeth Donatelli, Michael Williams

Human Interest – News

• The Outsiders, WHAS – Adrianna Hopkins, Steven Richard
• Old Man and a Horse, WLKY – John Boel, Scott Eckhardt
• Notes Left Behind, WDRB – Jennifer Baileys, Kenny Bradley

Military – News

• Toxic Tour of Duty, WHAS – Melissa Swan

Sports – News

• Anyone Can Try, WAVE3 – Drew Cook
• Ride of a lifetime, WAVE3 – Connie Leonard

Sports – One-Time Special

• Triumph and Tragedy, WAVE3 – Reid Olson, Scott Reynolds, Jackie Hays

Documentary – Cultural/Topical

• Country Music Crossroads, WLKY – Ben Jackey, Will Sieg, Greg Burress

Special Event Coverage

• Thunder over Louisville – 2009, WHAS – Deobrah Harbsmeier, Jim Ghrist

News Promo – Single Spot/Campaign

• Meet Gary, WAVE3 – Christian Adelberg

News Promo – Image

• Cut Out For Mornings, WAVE3 – Christian Adelberg

Special Achievement: News Excellence

• WLKY News Excellence, WLKY – Mike Neelly

Special Achievement: Station Excellence

• WHAS11, WHAS – Mark Pimentel

Anchor – News

• Composite, WLKY – John Boel

Reporter – Sports

• Composite, WLKY – John Boel

Photographer – News

• Steve Richard, WHAS

Editor – News

• Composite, WHAS – Steven Richard

Congratulations to all the local nominees!