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Other Ways To Go Green
When a person researches topics related to How To Go Green In The Home, the #1 search result typically reveals something directly related to electricity (use LED lighting, for example). But what many people do not realize is that there are several other ways to go green. We’ve highlighted three that we think you might…
The Hite Institute Of Art And Design Opens The Spring 2025 BFA Thesis Exhibition
Yesterday, the Hite Institute of Art and Design at the University of Louisville opened this year’s BFA Thesis Exhibition. Each year, this exhibition features complete bodies of work from students graduating with a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree. While the work is grounded in each student’s individual practice and research, common themes tend to emerge…
10 Best Offshore Casinos + Latest Bonuses
Offshore gambling sites offer larger gaming libraries, better bonus deals, and more extensive support for varied banking methods than your average US-based online casino. If you’re searching for legit offshore casinos, we’ve prepared a comprehensive guide with hands-on reviews and tips for newcomers, so let’s dive in. Top 10 Offshore Casinos What makes the top…
Louisville’s Legendary Ohio Valley Wrestling Sold To UK Sports Firm
Louisville’s legendary Ohio Valley Wrestling (OVW) has sold a controlling interest to a UK-based sports company in a move indicating both change and continuity, therefore marking the fourth ownership change of the promotion since 2018. Monday, OVW said that starting May 1, 2025, Morley Sports Management Limited (MSM), a sports organization with headquarters in Wales,…
New Kentucky Tennis & Pickleball Center Coming To Louisville
The newly formed nonprofit, Kentucky Tennis & Pickleball Center, Inc. (KYT&PC), is leading the charge on a proposed $65 million state-of-the-art nonprofit racquet/paddle sports complex. Driven by a coalition of local tennis and pickleball advocates and Louisville business leaders—including Will Davis, Dr. Mark Lynn, Ed Glasscock, Bob Willis, John English, Kevin Collins, Susan Moss, David Dick,…
A24 Horror or Real Life? Learn Practical Skills for Whatever’s Coming Next
Actors Theatre of Louisville, in partnership with the Louisville Tool Library, presents Stagecraft Tools For The Apocalypse, a once-monthly learning series of purposeful, hands-on workshops. The goal of this series is to teach skills acquired through experience in theatre that would be handy to know during an apocalypse. Sewing is the hot topic on April…
Accentuate the Negative
“You’ve got to accentuate the negative and eliminate the positive.” or… Maybe it’s me? So, I watched Corey Booker on Colbert at lunch a few days ago. I still love and admire the man’s passion, optimism, smarts and humanity, but when Colbert (the arch cynic) briefly steered the conversation to the fact that Trump finds…
Here’s Your Guide to Record Store Day 2025 in Louisville
Audiophiles, vinyl-heads, and music junkies: your Christmastime is here! Record Store Day returns this Saturday, April 12th with hundreds of exclusive, limited edition releases spanning practically every genre of music! You can find the list of this year’s titles at recordstoreday.com. Since 2008, independently-owned brick and mortar record stores around the world have been the…
Punk Rock Night Louisville Presents: Punk Rock Prom
Saturday, April 26 The Alcove | 246 Spring St, Jeffersonville | thealcovebar.com | Free | 8 p.m. | 21 and over How was your prom? Boring? Awkward? Regret the person you went with? Have you ever wished you could just go back and redo it the right way? Here’s your chance! Punk Rock Night Louisville…
Don’t Tell Me You Care: History of Louisville Music Through Flyers
Friday, April 11, through Friday, July 11 ArtPortal | 1512 Portland Ave. | portal-louisville.com | Free | Open during events at Portal and by appointment | The exhibit is all ages, but age limits vary per event ArtPortal has teamed up with Gasoline Press for their latest exhibit, Don’t Tell Me You Care, which features…
Howling Giant, Baptise, Bandshee At Mag Bar
Tuesday, April 15 Mag Bar | 1398 S. 2nd St. | magbarlouisville.com | $12 adv., $15 door | 8 p.m. | 21+ Nashville is really the only city I’m aware of that can compete with Louisville in terms of the quality of local music being made, and a big part of that is Nashville’s fuzzed-out…
Blase Groody and Rob Goodknight Know Talent When They Hear It
Local musician Blase Groody has had a lifelong passion for music. “My dad introduced me to the saxophone when I was young, which turned me into a musician as I got older,” he said. A graduate of the University of Louisville School of Music with a Jazz Performance degree, he found his way into “the…
Community Foundation of Louisville Alden Fellows Application Open
The Community Foundation of Louisville has announced the return of the Alden Fellows program, now redesigned as an open opportunity for the foundation to invest in inspirational executive leaders of Louisville’s nonprofit sector. Grants of up to $10,000 are available for up to five local nonprofit executives pursuing professional certifications and/or professional development opportunities. High…
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[REVIEW] The Historic Tapoco Lodge in Western North Carolina Offers the Perfect Getaway to Unplug
Located only 6 hours (give or take) from Louisville, LEO’s sister publication visited the Historic Tapoco Lodge in Western North Carolina for a vacation review. Read below for all the details, and make sure to put this travel destination on your places to visit this summer! My first trip to Western North Carolina was in…
Tumbao Collective Brings Multicultural Dance to Louisville
Tumbao Collective is a Louisville-based nonprofit organization that builds community through art, music, and movement. They host a free event called Tumbao Tuesdays, where they collaborate with local creatives, including visual artists Megan Lenahan and Morgan McGill, glass artist Shawn Ford, and the seven-piece Latin band Yapa! The next Tumbao Collective event is a Spring…
How a Healthcare Internship Prepares You for the Field
The path to becoming a healthcare professional is rigorous and demanding—and rightfully so. Medical careers require extensive preparation because patient care leaves no room for insufficient training. Fortunately, gaining ample experience is not as complicated as it sounds. A healthcare internship can be a fantastic way to understand the life of a medical worker. Keep…
Methods During Madness
I have always admired and liked Corey Booker. Even thought he’d make a great President. He’s smart. He cares. He has fire. He’s likeable and telegenic. And I was impressed this week when he made his marathon speech on the Senate floor (without a catheter, no less). After the Senator from New Jersey’s impassioned, 25-hour…
The Louisville Ballet Brings Cinderella To The Kentucky Performing Arts Center
From April 4th to April 6th this weekend, the Louisville Ballet will be presenting their production of the beloved classic, Cinderella. The performance will take place inside The Kentucky Performing Arts Center’s Whitney Hall, featuring gorgeous sets, a remarkably lush score, and the brilliant choreography of the late Alun Jones. Alun Jones, the Louisville Ballet’s…
Party For The Planet: A Monthlong Celebration Of The Earth At The Louisville Zoo
Powered by LG&E and KU Foundation, The Louisville Zoo is bringing back Party for the Planet: A Monthlong Celebration of the Earth. “Kids In Action” returns for the 2nd year, and is a program that invites families and individuals of all ages to participate in environmentally beneficial projects in their own backyards. Participants are asked…
OPINION: Donald Trump And His Selfishness Will Be Responsible For Avoidable Pain In Kentucky And Across The Nation
To each and every voter who decided the health of the economy was more important than their own lives, voting against their own interest of safety and well-being again and again, this goes out to you. We see you. We know exactly who you are. You, yes you, the Trump voter, have continuously and selfishly…
JCPS To Implement Cellphone Ban Following New Kentucky Law
Following the passing of a new Kentucky law forbidding phone use during instructional time, Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) students will soon be required to pack up their cellphones during class. “I believe cellphones are having a detrimental impact on student learning in the classroom,” stated District 3 Representative James Craig. Sponsored by Rep. Josh…
FamFest Journeys To New Albany
The Kentucky Derby Festival heads across the bridge and to Southern Indiana this Friday, April 4 from 4-8 p.m. at the Floyd County Family YMCA (33 State St. in New Albany). Join in an evening filled with festive fun for the entire family. The Caesars Foundation of Floyd County FamFest Presented by Wellstone Regional Hospital…
Tornadoes Strike Kentucky With More Severe Weather Threats Looming
Kentucky residents are struggling with the aftermath of heavy storms that raced across the region on Sunday night, leaving a trail of destruction across many counties. The National Weather Service (NWS) has confirmed multiple tornadoes touched down, causing substantial damage to homes, infrastructure, and landscapes. ​ Confirmed Tornadoes and Damage Assessments Jefferson County (Fairdale Neighborhood):…
Killing A Mockingbird
Rule 1.2 Model Rules of Professional Conduct . . . . . . . d) A lawyer shall not counsel a client to engage, or assist a client, in conduct that the lawyer knows is criminal or fraudulent, but a lawyer may discuss the legal consequences of any proposed course of conduct with a client…
Authors For Parental STEM Enthusiasm
Even the most basic matters of education now seem to carry with them confusion and controversy. But one of the bedrock-solid concepts to have gained attention and clarity through recent decades is the value of a focus on STEM—that’s Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. It may have gotten short shrift at some times and places,…
What Does Solar Energy Look Like In Kentucky In 2025?
Adoption of solar energy is rising in Kentucky; metropolitan areas like Louisville are leading both commercial and residential installations. Driven by local programs, state projects, and federal funding, the state’s solar capacity is rising. Widespread development is hampered, though, by policies of uncertainty and delayed rural uptake. Current State of Solar in Kentucky As of…
Notes from the Road: Revelations of a Lone Louisville Lyft Driver – Part III
Louisville is the type of town where addiction comes easy. Drive-thru liquor stores. Derby brio. A culture of excess, sport and gambling. The long shadow of the antebellum South and Jim Crow. A vast subterranean distribution network of meth and fentanyl runs through hollowed-out low-income neighborhoods. And the above-board and omnipresent hypnotic amber glow of…
High Stakes Rooftop Grill Chef Up For Prestigious Award
Chef Kathryn Fink with High Stakes Rooftop Grill has been nominated for the Produce Excellence in Foodservice Award. This award is an honor that awards chefs and foodservice operations for their ability to think outside of the box regarding their use and feature of fresh fruits and produce in their operations. LEO reached out to…
8 Ozempic Alternatives That Help You Lose Weight | 2025
Ozempic has gained popularity for its role in controlling blood sugar. But while it can support weight loss efforts, it’s only prescribed for type 2 diabetes. So, many people look for substitutes because of availability issues, cost concerns, or just personal preferences. This guide explores some of the top Ozempic alternatives on the market today.…
Actors Theatre Brings FLEX to Louisville
Actors Theatre of Louisville is ready for March Madness and Final Four, bringing drama to the court with their performance of “FLEX.” Written by Candrice Jones and directed by Kendra Ware, “FLEX” runs from Wednesday, March 26 to Sunday, April 6, 2025 at the Bingham Theatre (316 West Main St.). “FLEX” is heartfelt and nuanced…
10 Best Hookup Sites to Make Your Casual Sex Dreams Come True
So, you’re looking to get laid but don’t want the hassle of a long-term relationship? We hear ya. But where do you find a constant supply of girls (or guys) that want the same? Hanging out in bars can be a bit hit and miss, but thankfully there are a stack of hookup sites out…
2025 Literary LEO Is Live
Literary LEO returned this year with another round of submissions from our readers. We continue to be thankful for our supporters, and we were impressed with the amount of talent that our community has. Our team selected 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners in Black and White Photography, Color Photography, Short Fiction, Poetry, and Cartoons,…
