Sep 24 – Oct 8, 2024

Sep 24 - Oct 8, 2024 / Vol. 35 / No. 7
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A Taste of Italy: Planning Your Feast of San Gennaro Dinner Party

The Feast of San Gennaro is a time when the streets of Little Italy come alive with the scents of sizzling sausage, the sounds of joyful chatter, and the sights of vibrant red, white, and green. This beloved Italian-American festival held every September in honor of the patron saint of Naples has become a symbol…

by Tom White

Best Local Song in 2024

1. “That Fire I Touched” – Sydney Sleadd & The Swarm 2. “Gun To Your Head” – Anemic Royalty 3. “Tricks on the Mind” – Hope Ahlers

by Sydney Catinna

Best Realtor

1. Paige Williams – Paige Is My Agent 2. Debbie Noe Brewer – Keller Williams 3. Kathryn Vaughn – Semonin Realtors

by Sydney Catinna

Best Theatre Production

1. “A Midsummer Night’s Dream – A Queer Tale” by Drag Daddy Productions 2. “The Tempest” by Kentucky Shakespeare 3. “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” by ACT Louisville

by Sydney Catinna

Best Lawyer

1. Reczek Chase Law 2. Nicholas Neumann, PLLC – Daugherty, Neumann & Aslam PLLC 3. Russell Smith Attorney’s

by Sydney Catinna

After Season Start, Does Louisville Football Still Have A Chance At ACC Title?

In an earlier version of this story, LEO Weekly incorrectly stated that the SMU Mustangs moved from the Southeastern Conference (SEC) to the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). The SMU Mustangs transferred from the American Athletic Conference (AAC) this year to the ACC. Louisville football is going through some serious changes. As teams across America are…

by Caleb Stultz

Pups In Paristown To Adorn The Streets On Saturday, Oct. 5

Looking for something to do with your furry friend? Maybe you just got a new pup, and are trying to find new ways to socialize your new pal. Pups In Paristown, “a tail-wagging extravaganza in the heart of Paristown,” according to the Paristown Instagram page, is a benefit for the Kentucky Humane Society which takes…

by Caleb Stultz

Introducing Change Today, Change Tomorrow’s Founder: Taylor Ryan

Taylor Ryan, founder of Change Today, Change Tomorrow, has helped serve the Louisville community for years, especially in the West End where many residents struggle the most. Initiatives like Feed The West and Building Black Political Power has enriched the lives of dozens of Louisvillians across the city. LEO Weekly had the opportunity to chat…

by Caleb Stultz

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear Lands On Time 100 Leaders For 2024

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has landed on TIME magazine’s top 100 as one of America’s most influential leaders. The list, made up of different groups of people, included Beshear under the leaders category of the “TIME100 Next” list, which illustrates who is “next up” in terms of the most influential leaders. Beshear, who was written…

by Caleb Stultz

Louisville Ranks Near The Bottom In America’s Greenest Cities. See Where The City Ended Up

In honor of National Energy Awareness Month, WalletHub released its report on the Greenest Cities in America for 2024, revealing where sustainability thrives. With over half of Americans prioritizing environmental protection over economic growth, the report compares 100 major U.S. cities on 28 key indicators of eco-friendliness, including greenhouse-gas emissions, water quality and green jobs.…

by Caleb Stultz

Join Writer David Dominé For The 16th Annual Victorian Ghost Walk

It’s Ghost Walk Time and David Dominé is ready for the 16th annual production of outdoor theatre. Coming Friday Oct. 18, Saturday, Oct. 19 and Sunday, Oct. 20th, The Victorian Ghost Walk is back. One of America’s Most Haunted Neighborhoods, Old Louisville will be the site of the walk. With performances written by Dominé and directed by local…

by Erica Rucker

Kentucky’s Vote On Amendment 2: A Cautionary Tale

“Kentucky Constitutional Amendment 2, the Allow State Funding for Non-Public Education Amendment, is on the ballot in Kentucky as a legislatively referred constitutional amendment on November 5, 2024. A “yes” vote supports amending the constitution to enable the General Assembly to provide state funding to students outside of public schools. A “no” vote opposes amending…

by Erica Rucker

REVIEW: Here’s What We Experienced At Louder Than Life 2024

It’s 2014, and every local person you can imagine is scoffing at the idea of another music festival in Louisville, especially one that is specifically dedicated to rock music. “We already have Forecastle Festival bringing in major acts each year. And let’s not forget HullabaLOU at Churchill Downs in 2010, which was supposed to be…

by Jeff Polk

What Happened In Kentucky Football This Weekend?

Over the past weekend, both Louisville and Kentucky football teams had some memorable experiences, but ended up in vastly different outcomes. Louisville’s Tough Loss to Notre Dame: In the recent Top 25 rankings, Louisville secured the 15th position and traveled to South Bend for a test against the 16th ranked Notre Dame. Notre Dame got…

by Caleb Stultz

[Under 21] From Yemen To You: Bayt Al Mocha Brings Smiles

 Lounging in the cushy, deep blue booth seats, I peered over to my left and saw my friend studying diligently.” She was actually cracking a joke with my other friends sitting across the table from us. I looked down and saw my gigantic ACT book spread in front of me, I sighed. “Yay, I’m soooo…

by LETICIA FERREIRA

[Under 21] Artist Showcase

Local kids are full of talent. Here’s a small gallery from the Under 21 Issue of submitted kids’ artwork. “Gen X had our community centers, teen clubs, shopping malls, school dances, etc. We had outlets. The kids who have come after us have seen those spaces erode to almost nothing. Luckily, the community centers continue…

by Erica Rucker

DANNY WIMMER PRESENTS IS USING THE POWER OF MUSIC TO DRIVE SOCIAL CHANGE

 For the thousands and thousands of people that attend Bourbon & Beyond and Louder Than Life each year, it’s all about the music, bourbon, food and fun. However, for festival organizers Danny Wimmer Presents (DWP), it’s about more than just that. “Our commitment to Louisville is deep,” said Danny Hayes, CEO of Danny Wimmer Presents,…

by Jeff Polk

Tracy Likes This One: The Films Of Victor Erice

Some directors come to the medium with a painter’s eye. In 1973, debut director Victor Erice brought the sun and earth tones of a post-civil war Spain to life in “Spirit of the Beehive,” creating a moving painting that is one of the most beautiful and haunting films ever made.  Period pieces aren’t always about…

by Tracy Heightchew

[Under 21] Louisville Falls Short In Welcoming Spaces For Teens

Teens across Louisville do not know where they are welcome. From football games to movie nights with friends, constant barriers make it difficult for high schoolers to engage in social activities. High school students are often social, seeking different ways to connect with peers during their free time. These barriers prevent the development of necessary…

by GRACE FRIDY, NAOMI FIELDS

Youth Team Up With Louisville Orchestra Artist To Compose Original Music

Teens trickle into the classroom. Everything is pretty casual. Everyone seems to know one another and there’s energy in the air. Soon, the voices morph into a tuning cacophony of instruments. Everyone knows what they are doing and that they belong here.  This is not a typical classroom filled with books, shelves and posters. Music…

by Adam West

[Under 21] It’s All About The Tuba

My name is Braylen Mason. I am a 13 year old tuba player from Louisville, KY. One day in 5th grade, my band teacher at Lincoln Performing Arts School asked me if I wanted to play the tuba, and the rest is history. The tuba is one of the best things that has happened to…

by Braylen Mason

[Under 21] Undermined Trust: JCPS’ Transportation ‘Fiasco’

For most students, riding the school bus each day isn’t seen as a privilege. Stepping into that bright yellow vehicle packed with dozens of peers each morning and afternoon, you assume it will take you where you need to be, as it has for years before. However, in a district faced with debilitating bus driver…

by Isabella Shory

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