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Former Kimball International plant to be renamed Borden Business Park LLC

Details to be announced at news conference on Wednesday, July 1 at 5:30 p.m. EDT

BORDEN, Ind. - (June 30, 2009) – Representatives from the Town of Borden along with the Koetter family have scheduled a press conference to announce the purchase and renaming of the former Kimball International manufacturing plant.  The facility contains 400,000 square feet and will be named Borden Business Park LLC.

The news conference will take place…

Fill ‘Er Up for the Fourth: KFC Tops Off Gas Tanks (and Stomachs) This Holiday Weekend to Introduce the New KFC(R) $5 Fill-Up Box

KFC Gives Away Food & Gasoline Online; Creates First-Ever KFC Filling Station Along I-80 This July 4 Holiday Weekend

LOUISVILLE, Ky., July 1 /PRNewswire/ — As millions of Americans hit the road this Fourth of July weekend, KFC is offering travelers (and their wallets) a break. To kick off the launch of the new KFC $5 Fill-Up Boxes, Kentucky Fried Chicken has opened their very own “filling” station along I-80…

Norton Refuses Mediation, Cancels Anthem Contract

Other Louisville providers stand ready to serve Anthem’s customers

Louisville, KY–Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kentucky today announced that Norton Healthcare cancelled its contract at midnight, June 30, 2009.  Norton had refused several offers to enter into non-binding, third party mediation to resolve the dispute and now becomes the only health system in Kentucky to not have a contract with the state’s largest health benefits company.

Even without Norton,…

Leadership West Louisville, Greater Louisville Project Partner to Share Results of City Study with Urban Advocates

Leadership West Louisville, Greater Louisville Project Partner to Share Results of City Study with Urban Advocates West Louisville Community Lunch Forum to Discuss 2009 Competitive City Report

When: Noon – 1:30 pm Wed., July 8

Where: St. Stephen Family Life Center 1508 W. Kentucky Street

Cost: Attend/Free Lunch/$8.00

Host: • Leadership West Louisville Institute • Greater Louisville Project • West Louisville…

Availity Announces Strategic Relationship With Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Kentucky

ollaboration to help advance affordable care for Kentuckians

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., June 30 /PRNewswire/ — Availity LLC, the industry’s premier health information network, today announced a collaboration with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Kentucky to help improve health outcomes and reduce costs. Anthem will join the Availity Health Information Network, supporting the secure exchange of health care information between Kentucky physician practices, hospitals and health plans.

Availity, which was created…

KFC Teams Up With Music Icons MC Lyte and David Banner in Search of the Next Hot ‘Hitmaker’

Popular KFC Hitmaker Song Contest Returns to Recognize Everyday Pride in Community

LOUISVILLE, Ky., June 30 /PRNewswire/ — Legendary lyricist MC Lyte and chart topper David Banner will add sizzle to KFC’s search for the next hot musician in this year’s “Hitmaker” song contest, now in its third year. All aspiring musicians are invited to submit their hottest beats to win national exposure and great prizes as part of KFC’s…

WellPoint Teams up with Bob Harper from ‘The Biggest Loser’ to Expand Efforts Aimed at Improving Individuals’ Health

Research shows individual health choices directly influence the health and well-being of friends and family

INDIANAPOLIS, June 29 /PRNewswire/ — WellPoint, Inc. (NYSE:WLP), the nation’s largest health benefits company by medical membership, today announced it has teamed up with Bob Harper from  “The Biggest Loser” to expand current efforts to provide the tools and information necessary to help individuals improve their health and be a positive influence on the ones…

Should KFC Replace Colonel Sanders as Brand Icon? Cast Your Vote and Help America Decide

Online Vote at KFC.com Will Determine if Colonel Sanders or Contest Winner Represents New Face of KGC

LOUISVILLE, Ky., June 29 /PRNewswire/ — On June 9, KFC issued a press release announcing a search for “a new iconic face for the brand’s new Kentucky Grilled Chicken (KGC).” On June 10, the public outcry began.

“Why?,” wrote one customer. “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.”

“I had just stated to my husband…

American Commercial Lines Announces Expected Second Quarter Results

JEFFERSONVILLE, Ind., June 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — American Commercial Lines Inc. (NASDAQ:ACLI) (“ACL” or the “Company”) announced today certain expected financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2009.  EBITDA for the second quarter is expected to be in the range of $15.5 million to $18.5 million, compared to $27.7 million in the prior year quarter. EBITDA in the current quarter is expected to include the expense for non cash…

Little Black Dress Wines Launches $15,000 ‘Dream Closet Makeover’ Along With New Varietal

Popular Wine Brand Introduces New Cabernet Sauvignon Just in Time for Summer Celebrations

LOUISVILLE, Ky., June 25 /PRNewswire/ — It is without question that the little black dress (aka the LBD) is a ‘must have’ for every woman – no matter her style, size or fashion sense.  Depending on the accessories, this ever-so-versatile wardrobe staple can be reinvented time and time again.  That’s why Little Black Dress Wines has teamed…