Calling all merchants; are you looking for a safe and secure way to run credit card transactions? Yes, there's an app for that. BuzzApp Software recently released an iPhone (or iTouch) app that does just that.

Want to track your IRS tax refund on the go? Yes, there's an app for that. The IRS (Internal Revenue Service) now offers an app to keep tabs on the status of your tax refund and also allows you to get tax updates, and tax tips in language you can easily understand.

Your in line at your local Starbucks, checking email, your Facebook or Twitter account, or maybe you're just holding your mobile device in your hand. Now, why not just pay with your phone? Beginning this week, Starbucks will begin accepting mobile payments nationwide.

We live in a world of technology, more specifically, mobile technology. Ever capture an amazing moment with your camera phone or feel the need to share the feeling that you were overcome with the moment Justin Bieber looked you in the eye during his performance at the KFC Yum! Center? Well, the Louisville Arena Authority is helping you make the process of sharing these priceless moments seamlessly with it's recent enhancements to the arena's cellular capabilities.

A snow storm is a brewing and though that means a snow day for some, others still have to fight the elements. Find out when a route was last salted, pretreated, or plowed using Louisville's interactive snow routes map.

Dread going to the dentist? Well, now there's more reason to go than snagging a free soft bristle toothbrush, travel size toothpaste and floss. Mortenson Family Dental is now on Foursquare and they're giving away free stuff for checking-in. Find out how by reading more.

News, events, restaurant inspection scores, park finder and now the Louisville Water Company has been added to that line-up; all at the palm of your hands with the Louisville Metro Government mobile apps. Use the Louisville Water Company component to access your online account or keep track of news and events.

According to Business First: Louisville’s Doug Cobb, an entrepreneur in residence and venture capitalist with Chrysalis Ventures, has joined the board of directors of MyHealthDIRECT, according to a news release.

“What’s next?” is the question often asked my technologists, marketers, entrepreneurs and investors. The January gathering of the Louisville Digital Association (formerly Social Media Club Louisville) will help answer that question on January 19.

Google “top agents Louisville” and see what you find. So, how does someone go from being a relatively new Realtor just a few years ago to being a top agent in Louisville? That’s just what Tre Pryor has done.