Jewish Louisville Community Newspaper

04/30/2026

https://jewishlouisville.org/jewish-theological-seminary-breaks-mold-in-naming-campus-innovator-rabbi-mike-uram-as-next-chancellor/

By Andrew Silow-Carroll (JTA) — The Jewish Theological Seminary has named Rabbi Mike Uram as its next chancellor, elevating a Jewish educator best known for his time as executive director of the Un…

04/21/2026

A message from President Isaac Herzog to Jewish communities around the world in celebration of Israel's 78th Independence Day:

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03/05/2026

https://jewishlouisville.org/a-new-war-revives-some-old-tropes-about-jewish-and-israeli-influence/

By Andrew Silow-Carroll (JTA) — As the U.S. and Israel engage in a joint assault on Iran, accusations that Israel or Jewish influence drove America to war are resurfacing, reviving the uncomfortabl…

03/02/2026

https://jewishlouisville.org/9-israelis-die-in-direct-iranian-missile-strike-on-their-shelter-3-us-soldiers-killed-in-middle-east/

By Philissa Cramer (JTA) — The death toll is ratcheting up as the U.S.-Israel war against the Iranian regime enters its second day, with casualties mounting among all parties as well as elsewhere i…

03/01/2026

The Jewish Federation of Louisville holds in our thoughts all Israelis, members of the U.S. Armed Forces and IDF involved in the current action, and innocent civilians across the region. We pray for their safety and well-being.

We are closely monitoring the situation in coordination with the Jewish Federations of North America and our partners in Israel, who are providing ongoing updates.

You are invited to Join Jewish Federations of North America tomorrow, Sunday, March 1, 12 noon ET for a special webinar briefing on the rapidly unfolding conflict. Journalist Haviv Rettig Gur will provide timely analysis of the latest developments. Registration is required.

The security of our Jewish community remains our top priority. Our Community Security Director, Stuart Lowrey, is coordinating with community partners and local law enforcement to ensure a heightened security presence at all upcoming community events.

Register for the webinar: https://form.jotform.com/260586011678966

02/28/2026

https://jewishlouisville.org/israel-says-iranian-supreme-leader-khamenei-killed-during-strikes-on-tehran/

By Grace Gilson (JTA) — Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s supreme leader, was killed Saturday morning during a joint U.S.-Israeli strike that hit targets throughout the country, Israeli officials have…

02/28/2026

https://jewishlouisville.org/statement-from-jewish-federations-of-north-america-regarding-the-joint-us-israeli-military-actions-against-iran/

Jewish Federations of North America President and CEO Eric D. Fingerhut said:”All security protocols in North America should be fully observed. May this moment bring a renewed understanding o…

02/28/2026

https://jewishlouisville.org/american-jewish-groups-throw-support-behind-joint-us-israeli-strikes-on-iran/

By Grace Gilson (JTA) — Major American Jewish groups quickly backed the U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran Saturday morning, while urging heightened security at Jewish institutions amid fears of retaliati…

01/28/2026

Yesterday was International Holocaust Remembrance Day. Thanks to Governor Andy Beshear for lighting the Governor's Mansion and to Mayor Craig Greenberg and Waterfront Park lighting the Big Four Bridge in yellow to honor the six million Jews and millions of others who were murdered.

01/27/2026

On International Holocaust Remembrance Day, remember the six million Jews murdered during the Holocaust. We honor their memory by providing essential care to Holocaust survivors and ensuring their stories live on for future generations. Learn more about our work with Holocaust survivors: https://ow.ly/YLXS30sSYgw

01/26/2026

https://jewishlouisville.org/jewish-voices-rise-up-with-concern-following-ice-killing-of-alex-pretti-in-minneapolis/

By Grace Gilson (JTA) — After Alex Pretti was shot and killed on Saturday by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Jewish voices were among the many that quickly r…

01/26/2026

https://jewishlouisville.org/remains-of-final-hostage-ran-gvili-on-way-back-to-israel-after-being-located-in-gaza/
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By Grace Gilson (JTA) — The remains of the final Israeli hostage in Gaza, Ran Gvili, have been retrieved and are on their way back to Israel for burial. The announcement by the Israeli military mar…