Louisville Zoo Wildlife Photography Classes with Murphy’s Camera Back by Popular Demand

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The Louisville Zoo is happy to announce the return of its popular Wildlife Photography Basics class on August 12 and September 9.  The one-day course is presented in partnership with Murphy’s Camera.

Participants will learn the building blocks of great Zoo wildlife photography. Zoo staff will lend their expert advice on what animal behaviors to look for as well as the best times and seasons to photograph different species.  Murphy’s Camera experts will advise on the basics of framing a shot and practical methods for taking advantage of available light.

The class meets from 9 to 11 a.m. and is designed for teens and adults eager to learn the basics of wildlife photography. For the August 12 class participants will take a photo walk through the South America area with views of puma, bald eagle, lynx, maned wolf, flamingos, sloth, hyacinth macaws or toucan (depends on rotational schedule) and jaguar.  The September 9 class features the Islands area with views of the little penguins, dalmatian pelicans, Aldabra tortoises, and rotational islands mammals which could include Sumatran tiger, orangutans, babirusa, tapir and siamangs.

Registration for both classes is open now for $60 for non-members and $40 for members and includes all-day Zoo admission. Visit louisvillezoo.org/photography for more details and to register.

The Zoo is open daily year-round. Spring / summer hours are 10 a.m. ─ 5 p.m. (enjoy the Zoo until 6 p.m.). The Zoo is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. Visit louisvillezoo.org for more info.

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The Louisville Zoo, the State Zoo of Kentucky, is the top, non-profit, paid attraction in the state. The Zoo is dedicated to bettering the bond between people and our planet by providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for visitors, and leadership in scientific research and conservation education. The Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).

Clarksville Police Officer Recognized for Saving Crash Victim’s Life

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The crash shut down the northbound lanes of Interstate 65 on July 6, 2023.

CLARKSVILLE, IN (August 2, 2023) – A Clarksville Police Officer is being called a hero for saving the life of a crash victim on Interstate 65 in Clarksville. The crash happened just before 5:30 pm in the northbound lanes of I-65 just past the Veterans Parkway exit. Clarksville Police say a Ford F-150 side-swiped a semi, which ripped the right side of the vehicle to shreds.

“I happened to be driving by the crash scene that evening and witnessed the interstate being shut down,” said Ken Conklin, Clarksville’s Communications Director. “My wife and I were both shocked at the destruction of the vehicle and didn’t think anyone could have survived that crash.”

Fortunately for the passenger in that vehicle, Clarksville Police Officer Zachary Skaggs happened to be in the area and responded to the scene quickly. When he arrived, he found the passenger still in the vehicle with severe injuries including a deep cut to his leg. Officer Skaggs worked quickly to free the victim and applied a tourniquet to his leg. EMS crews arrived a short time later and took over the medical aid for that victim. The EMS personnel noted that if not for Officer Skaggs’ quick work, the victim would most likely have died from the injuries sustained in the crash.

“There are several character traits that set Officer Skaggs apart from others,” said Clarksville Police Chief Mark Palmer. “The one that stands out the most is his ability to set the example. He won’t ask someone to do something that he isn’t willing to do first. It is what makes him a good officer and a leader for these new officers.”

In recognition of his quick thinking and act of service, Officer Skaggs was presented with a Life Saving Award from Chief Palmer at Tuesday’s Clarksville Town Council meeting. Officer Skaggs received a standing ovation from Town leaders, staff, and residents. He received a certificate as well as a special Life Saving pin which he will be able to wear on his uniform.

When given the chance to speak, Officer Skaggs said he only did what every other officer in the Clarksville Police Department would do and credited his training for helping him save a life.

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Fire Chief Brandon Skaggs to Receive First Responder Award

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Celebration scheduled for August 17th at Huber’s Orchard and Winery.

CLARKSVILLE, IN (July 24, 2023) – Ask just about anyone in the Town of Clarksville and they will tell you that the community is fortunate to have Chief Brandon Skaggs leading the way for the Clarksville Fire Department.  Since taking over the department, Skaggs has worked diligently to improve the department in every way from response times and firefighter training to community outreach and education.

Other organizations have taken notice of Chief Skaggs’ contributions including Clarksville-based Personal Counseling, Inc.  In fact, an independent panel of six judges chose to award Chief Skaggs with the Diane Fischer Award of Excellence in the First Responder/Healthcare category.  Chief Skaggs will receive the award at the Norman Melhiser Samaritan Awards Gala annual on August 17th at Huber’s Orchard and Winery.  According to PCS, the awards gala began in 2008 to recognize and honor individuals and organizations making significant, demonstrable, positive contributions to the community.  Independent, community leaders judge the nominees and select the winners.

“I’m very honored and humbled to receive this award,” said Chief Skaggs.  “I have dedicated my life and career to serving others in need of emergency medical care. Being a first responder has been very rewarding and humbling over the last 25 years.  This service can’t be provided by one person or agency, so for that, I’m grateful for the team of people that I get to work with in Clark County and from IDHS.”

 

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Managing IP Selects Mandy Wilson Decker to 2023 “Top 250 Women in IP” List for Ninth Time

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Decker is the Only Attorney Honored from Kentucky

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (July 25, 2023)—Managing Intellectual Property (Managing IP) magazine recently selected  Stites & Harbison, PLLC attorney Mandy Wilson Decker to the 2023 edition of Managing IP’s “Top 250 Women in IP.” This is the ninth time Decker has been honored on this list, and she is the only attorney honored from Kentucky.

The “Top 250 Women in IP” list recognizes the leading women IP lawyers at the international level. Nominees are selected from the global research conducted for Managing IP’s 2023 “IP Stars” list, which included extensive client and peer interviews. The highest-ranking women attorneys from that list make up the “Top 250 Women in IP.”

Decker is a Member (Partner) of Stites & Harbison based in Louisville and Lexington. She is a Registered Patent Attorney. Her practice focuses on intellectual property protection strategy, including counseling clients on infringement, validity and patentability, transfer of intellectual property, patent drafting and patent prosecution. Contributing to her practice is a scientific background in chemistry and experience with academic and commercial research in the areas of biochemistry, biotechnology and pharmaceutical sciences. Decker is regularly called upon to speak across the country on issues relating to patent prosecution, protecting intellectual property, intellectual property strategies in a global marketplace and life sciences technologies.

Outside of the firm, Decker is active in a variety of professional and community organizations. She is a member of the American Intellectual Property Law Association and the Association of University Technology Managers. Decker is Chair of Kentucky Intellectual Property Alliance’s Board of Advisors. She is Chair-Elect of the Kentucky Bar Association Intellectual Property Section. Additionally, she is a member of Legal Aid Society’s Justice for All Campaign Committee and an active volunteer at Saint Agnes in Louisville, Ky.

About Stites & Harbison

Stites & Harbison, PLLC is a nationally recognized, full-service law firm. With 11 offices across six states — Kentucky, Georgia, Indiana, Ohio, Tennessee and Virginia — the firm represents clients across the United States and internationally. Tracing its origins to 1832, Stites & Harbison is known as a preeminent firm managing sophisticated transactions, challenging litigation and complex regulatory matters on a daily basis. For more information, visit www.stites.com.

Southern Indiana to Host Tour Operators from Across the U.S. at 2024 Conference

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Travel Alliance Partners Meet in SoIN for TAP Dance Travel Conference June 9-11, 2024

Southern Indiana (July 19, 2023) – Travel Alliance Partners (TAP) has announced Southern Indiana as the host destination for its 2024 TAP Dance Travel Conference taking place June 9-11, 2024. Held annually since 2001, TAP Dance brings together premier North American Tour Operators offering tour products from around the world.

“TAP is thrilled to be bringing our unique travel conference, TAP Dance, to SoIN in 2024,” said Lisa Doerner, TAP Executive Director. “This site was selected because of the demonstrated collaboration by the regional partners. Todd Read, Trade & Consumer Sales Manager for SoIN Tourism, engaged area hospitality partners to build a conference that reflects the high-quality transportation, accommodations, entertainment, food and attractions that TAP Dance attendees expect. We look forward to showing off this beautiful region to travel industry professionals.”

During the conference, preferred professional travel providers, including SoIN Tourism’s Todd Read, will have the opportunity to meet with tour operators to showcase their destinations and products.

“The daytime appointments are a great starting point and introduction, but it’s the moments in between when you really get to know the operators, get to know what they are looking for and build relationships,” Read said. “Hosting this conference will put Southern Indiana, its restaurants, attractions and other businesses in front of the country’s top tour providers, making a case for inclusion in tour products and planting a seed for future visits.”

TAP Dance 2024 will take place at the Sheraton Louisville Riverside Hotel in Jeffersonville, Ind. TAP 2023 attendees booked approximately 500 room nights in host city Rochester, NY. In addition to an uptick in overnight stays, TAP 2024 attendees will shop, dine and explore Southern Indiana during their stay.

“Studies we’ve commissioned in the past show that people who visit SoIN have a more favorable impression of our destination than those who haven’t been here before,” said SoIN Tourism Executive Director Jim Epperson. “Conference attendees will get to see, firsthand, what makes Southern Indiana a great standalone trip, as well as a great part of a lengthier, multi-destination vacation.”

The 2024 TAP Dance Travel Conference location was shared with industry professionals at the 2023 conference in June. During the conference, TAP officials also named Todd Read the winner of the annual “Spirit of TAP” award.

The Spirit of TAP Award was established in 2012 after the loss of one of TAP’s tour operators, Ann Thomas of Western Discovery. Each year TAP recognizes a preferred professional travel provider who truly has the vision and embodies the true spirit of collaboration that is TAP. This honor is given to someone who has participated in TAP on multiple levels, recognizes the value of collaboration and represents TAP as an ambassador to other industry professionals.

If you are interested in interviewing someone about the 2024 TAP Dance Travel Conference or if you would like more details, please contact Communications Manager Anna Rosales-Crone at Anna@GoSoIN.com or 812-282-6692.

SoIN Tourism is the official destination marketing organization for Clark and Floyd counties in Southern Indiana, just north of Louisville, Ky. Offering authentic experiences in the Kentuckiana region, SoIN includes historic downtowns in Jeffersonville and New Albany, Clarksville’s retail corridor, as well as the communities of Charlestown, Floyds Knobs, Henryville, Memphis, New Washington, Sellersburg and Starlight. Visitors who would like more information can visit the destination’s website, GoSoIN.com.

 

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Town of Clarksville Selects New Economic Development Director

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Tammi Gibson comes to Clarksville from Washington County, Indiana.

CLARKSVILLE, IN (July 26, 2023) – Clarksville administrators have selected a new Economic Development Director to continue building on the success and momentum currently underway in the growing southern Indiana community.  Clarksville Town Manager Kevin Baity announced that Tammi Gibson will be joining the Town staff beginning August 7th.

“Clarksville is exploding with new development, so it is no surprise that we had a great amount of interest in the position,” said Kevin Baity, Clarksville Town Manager.  “We are very happy Tammi will be joining our team and hit the ground running with her vast business experience and knowledge of Southern Indiana.”

Gibson comes to Clarksville after spending the last two years as Executive Director of the Washington County Economic Growth Partnership in Salem, Indiana.  Her background includes a wealth of experience in sales territory management, real estate, marketing, website management, and more.  Gibson holds a degree in Communications Management from Robert Morris University.

“I am flattered that the Town of Clarksville selected me as the new Economic Development Director, said Gibson.  “Our region has such a strong pool of worthy candidates, and I am thrilled to be chosen to lead Clarksville into the future.”

Gibson joins the Town of Clarksville at an exciting time with tremendous growth currently underway in South Clarksville, a new 3C Master Plan for the future of the Lewis and Clark Parkway corridor, and increased opportunities for redevelopment of vacant retail.

“Clarksville has such a great mix of history and new development,” said Gibson.  “It is apparent that everyone associated with the town is passionate for future growth, while maintaining the history and charming aspects. I am excited to work with such a proactive and motivated team.”

Gibson resides in Salem with her husband Mark and her daughter Maggie.  Her son Jimmy is currently a student at the University of Louisville.

 

 

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Discover The Root’s Private Offices

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Phoenix Theatres Entertainment to Operate New Albany 16 Theatre, New Albany, IN

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KNOXVILLE, Tenn., July 19, 2023 — Phoenix Theatres Entertainment, LLC will be the new operator of the New Albany 16 Theatre in New Albany, IN. The former Regal Cinema will close early next week and will be closed for only a few days as the operational changes take place. The theatre’s re-opening will be on Thursday, August 3rd with such films as “Barbie,” “Oppenheimer,” “Mission Impossible,” “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem,” “Haunted Mansion,” and “Meg 2: The Trench.” Admission prices will be at or below the previous levels.

Most features of the theatre will remain the same with all the previous managers and employees staying with the theatre. Concession offerings will include a selection of candy, Orville Redenbacher popcorn, sodas, nachos, hot dogs, pretzels, and Icee products. The future may bring freshly cooked small-plate food items and possibly alcoholic offerings. Concession pricing will be comparable with previous levels.

Advanced reserved seating will be available for all auditoriums. With online reservations at phoenixtheatres.com, individuals, couples, families, or groups will be able to ensure great pre-assigned, reserved seating for any movie at any time. Advanced ticketing is highly recommended for this theatre. Phoenix Theatres will offer a loyalty program to reward regular customers with free movies and food items based on their purchases. Free membership will be available at the box office or concession stand.

The theatre is completely accessible for people with disabilities, and special equipment is available to assist moviegoers who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind, or have low vision.

“Phoenix Theatres is proud to keep the New Albany 16 Theatre open for its past patrons who have been loyal customers for several decades. Too many theatres have closed in the past few years and left towns without a movie theatre for their community,” said Phil Zacheretti, President & CEO of Phoenix Theatres Entertainment. “We will re-open on Thursday, August 3rd and continue to serve the greater New Albany area for years to come.”

About Phoenix Theatres Entertainment

Based in Knoxville, Tennessee, Phoenix Theatres Entertainment is the world’s largest movie theatre management company. They focus on great customer service and the highest quality film presentation. They currently manage or own 117 screens at 11 locations in ten states. They are privately owned and were founded in 2001.

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Develop New Albany Hosts Annual Meeting at The Grand

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New Albany, Ind. (July 11, 2023) – Develop New Albany, a Main Street Organization celebrated its Annual Meeting on Thursday June 22, 2023 at The Grand in Historic Downtown New Albany. The program included a welcome from Mayor Jeff Gahan, presentation of the annual Pillar Awards, Volunteer Appreciation and induction of the Board of Directors Officers.

Pillar Award winners include: Board and You Bistro brand for Pillar Horizon; Legacy Pizza and Bakery for Pillar Horizon; Mickey’s Bookstore and Coffee Shop for Pillar Horizon; The Grand for Pillar Foundation; Schmitt Furniture and Ronaldo Jewelry for Pillar Renaissance and Michelle Wells for Pillar Achievement.

“Congratulations to all of the Pillar Award winners for 2023. Their investment of time, talent and treasure into our community is appreciated and a large part of what makes our community unique”. Heather Trueblood, Program Coordinator for Develop New Albany.

Lifetime Membership designation was awarded to Debbie Farmer and Larry Ricke for their many years of service to our organization and community.

The Board of Directors Officer Slate for the remainder of 2023 is as follows: Teresa Baxter, President; Britni Knable, Vice President; Cameron Borne, Treasurer; Evan Harder, Secretary, and Derrick Wilson, Past President.

“As President of Develop New Albany, for the last year, I continue to watch exciting changes in our city. I see new businesses, new city improvements, and a sense of excitement about our town which is contagious. Over the last year, I can easily say that my favorite part of this job was not attending board meetings and committee meetings, but it was the stories that each of you tell about your businesses. I’ve had the opportunity to meet so many new entrepreneurs and I love the passion they have for their business. Part of our job is to spread that enthusiasm and show people what an exciting place this is to work, shop, and play.” Derrick Wilson, DNA Outgoing Board President.

Invitees enjoyed a catered lunch by the Grand and heard about some of Develop New Albany’s achievements in the past year as well as some insight into the future goals of the organization.

If you are interested in getting involved with Develop New Albany as a volunteer, please reach out to developnainfo@gmail.com or complete a form at https://forms.gle/ZdvSuLQB2jGMd8t76

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Develop New Albany is a 501 (C) (3) non-profit, Main Street Organization, founded in 1990 with a mission to serve our local businesses, facilitate community partnerships, and promote historic Downtown, Midtown and Uptown as vibrant destinations.

Media Contact:

Heather Trueblood (812) 941-0018

info@developnewalbany.org