89.3 WFPL to Broadcast Mayoral Debate as Part of “The Next Louisville”

(Louisville, KY—2/10/10) 89.3 WFPL will broadcast a live debate of the Louisville mayoral candidates on Tuesday, February 16th from the Conference Theatre of the Kentucky International Convention Center. The debate will run from noon until 1:30pm and will focus on issues related to downtown Louisville. Mark Hebert form the University of Louisville will moderate. At least nine of the eleven candidates have signed on to participate.WFPL’s State of Affairs® will offer some post-debate analysis from 1:30 to 2:00pm.The debate is sponsored by the Louisville Downtown Management District. Reservations and information at 583-1671 or www.ldmd.org.Coverage of the debate is part of "The Next Louisville," WFPL's exploration of the impact of the mayoral election on the future of the city. "The Next Louisville" will include special reports, live event coverage, talk shows and community forums.For more information on this and all 89.3 WFPL programming, please visit www.wfpl.org or contact WFPL News Director Rick Howlett at (502) 814-6552 or rhowlett@wfpl.org.