Louisville’s oldest neighborhood newspaper the Portland Anchor celebrated its 50th anniversary in July 2025 with a special 40-page issue filled to the brim with original reporting and community submissions, including a fair share of congratulations from community leaders and figures from the Anchor’s past and present including Mayor Greenberg, Gordon Brown, and more!
Category: Community
Lafayette Celebration Draws Big Crowd on Rudd
Chants rang out on Rudd Avenue on Saturday, May 11th as Portland celebrated the 200th anniversary of The Marquis De Lafayette’s visit to Portland on May 11th, 1825. The day’s celebrations began at Good Shepherd Church. On the corner of Rudd Ave. and Cedar Grove Terrace, beneath the Portland Mooring Rings, a commemorative plaque was unveiled.
American Legion Shawnee Post 193 11th Annual Easter Egg Hunt
The American Legion Shawnee Post 193 held its 11th Annual Easter Egg Hunt on April 19, 2025. As in past years, we partnered with Good Shepherd Catholic Parish and held the event on their grounds. There was a threat of rain that morning, but Mother Nature cooperated with us, and the event was a great success. We estimate 75 kids from 0-10 years old attended.
Neighborhood House Shines with Free Community Event
Neighborhood Nites is a free monthly event hosted by Portland nonprofit Neighborhood House, located at 201 North 25th Street. According to its website: “Neighborhood House has called the Portland area home for over 60 years.”
Delta Foundation Buys Old Portland Christian Building
In late December the Delta Foundation was able to close on the purchase of the old Portland Christian school building located at 2508 Portland Avenue. DELTA has provided free after school programs and summer camps to West Louisville youth in the gymnasium since 2019 and now are developing the campus into an opportunity center for West Louisville residents.
PlayPort Opens at Waterfront Park, Bringing New Connections to Portland
Waterfront Park will expand into the Portland neighborhood on March 26th with the opening of the first part of the phase IV expansion, PlayPort. The project, years in the making, is about more than just adding new park space—it’s about connecting neighborhoods and people in new and meaningful ways.
Have a Free Wedding Day in Portland!
The Portland Church is hosting a free wedding day! There is availability for three weddings on Saturday June 7, at the Lytle Street Chapel. The space, minister, seating for 60, and limited decorations will be provided free for your wedding! It is a dream come true to be able to host weddings at the Lytle Street Chapel and we are honored to extend the invitation to anyone in Portland who wants to get married.
Portland Museum Hosts Café LOUIE Community Discussion, Featuring Elected Officials
“Louisvillians: Organized, United, Informed & Engaged (LOUIE)… is designed to facilitate communication and interaction between elected officials—both state and local, and constituents through a series of informal meetings at Louisville Free Public Library locations,” according to its website. The Portland Museum was the local substitute of the Portland Library, which is under construction.
February Events and Holiday Recap with Neighborhood House
Neighbor Nite is officially back for 2025! Bring your friends, family, and neighbors to Neighborhood House on the third Thursday of every month for an evening of fun and community. Neighbor Nite is a free event for families and community members to come and spend time with one another while learning about community resources and upcoming opportunities.
The American Legion Shawnee Post 193 Annual Awards Program
Donna Purvis, 5th District Metro Council presented Shawnee Post 193 with Proclamation about their long and continued service in the Portland Community and surrounding areas.