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5 Albums To Listen To Before You Go To Louder Than Life
It’s almost time. One of the most elusive social gatherings over the last two years, a music festival, is about to happen in Louisville. Fingers crossed. But, before you head to Louder Than Life — a four-day fest featuring hard rock, metal and hip-hop from Sept. 23-26 on Highland Festival Grounds at the Kentucky Exposition…
New Louisville Orchestra Plans To Feature Underrepresented Composers — And They’re Starting This Sunday
There is always something fun happening in Louisville, and to add to the many choices for a good time, Derby City Chamber Orchestra launches their presence in the local music scene with their premiere concert at First Presbyterian Church in Jeffersonville. The show will happen on Sunday, Oct. 3 at 3 p.m. In a press…
Against The Grain’s Downtown Sandwich Shop Opens Friday In Former Another Place Space
During a unique time in downtown Louisville’s history, the new Against The Grain Sandwich Emporium is offering a unique lunch special: a sandwich, chips and beer combo. The Sandwich Emporium opens in the former Another Place Sandwich Shop space above The Flamingo Lounge this Friday, Oct. 1 at 8 a.m.. Co-owner Sam Cruz describes the…
These Two West End Parks Are Getting A Makeover But Help Is Needed
Two West End parks are getting a much needed and well-deserved makeover. Both Elliott and Chickasaw parks are getting some attention. The cost of the Elliott Park renovation is expected to be about $1.3 million, and Olmsted Parks Conservancy is currently raising funds to go forward with the project. A master plan calls for an…
Two Nearby Farms Make Yelp’s List Of Top Pumpkin Patches
Huber’s Orchard, Winery & Vineyards and Gallrein Farms — both of which are within a 45-minute drive of Louisville — appeared on Yelp’s “Top pumpkin patches across the U.S. and Canada.” Huber’s Orchard, Winery & Vineyards — which is in Borden, Indiana — is a family-owned, 600-acre farm that grows fruits, vegetables, Christmas trees, pumpkins…
5 Takeaways From Jack Harlow’s Complex Cover Story
Jack Harlow’s been a cover-worthy talent to us Louisvillians for years, but yesterday he became one for the nation when he appeared on the front cover of Complex, alongside a hefty profile of the burgeoning rapper. Harlow namechecked Louisville throughout the piece, so we thought we’d return the favor to list the most interesting revelations…
Tool Announces Louisville Tour Stop
Tool is taking its first album in over a decade, Fear Inocolum, back on tour, and the band is making a stop in Louisville. The rock band’s “mammoth” 2022 tour includes a stop at the KFC Yum! Center on March 4. Presale tickets become available this Wednesday, Sept. 29 at 10 a.m. on ticketmaster.com. Ticket…
Louisville Police Chief Doubles Down On Calls For Officers In JCPS Despite Criticism
Louisville Police Chief Erika Shields still thinks a JCPS police department is a good idea, despite criticism from the community. In a video posted to social media yesterday, Shields doubled down on comments she made during a press conference after the bus stop shooting death of Eastern High School student Tyree Smith, saying that police…
Work Set To Begin On An Outdoor ‘Cultural Center For Black Louisville’ In Parkland
An empty lot at 2757 Dumesnil Street in The West End is being transformed into a community gathering place. This past weekend, the groundbreaking event happened, and construction is set to begin in mid-October on the new Parkland Plaza. It will provide a playground for kids and an outdoor event venue for community events, including…
This Metal Fest Newbie Thinks New Rock Beat Old Rock At Louder Than Life
Per my editor’s instructions, I went to four shows at Louder Than Life this weekend that represented a combination of old and new music –– Judas Priest, Jane’s Addiction, Turnstile, and Knocked Loose –– plus a few others, both to get additional context and because the opportunity to see them was unmissable. I did find…
Louisville Police Say They Responded To EMW Buffer Zone Violations On Saturday But Didn’t Issue Any Warnings
The Louisville Metro Police Department responded to complaints of protesters in the buffer zone at the EMW Women’s Surgical Center on Saturday, but it did not issue any warnings, according to the department. This was an improvement from the Saturday before, when police did not respond to calls at all about anti-abortion protesters ignoring the…
10 Things To Do This Week For $5 And Under In Louisville (9/27)
MONDAY, Sept. 27 DIY Multipurpose Balm Fairdale Library Free | 6:30-7:30 p.m. Learn how to make multipurpose balm with natural oils and beeswax. Registration is required. To sign up, call 375-2051. WEDNESDAY, Sept. 29 Cheap Skate Wednesday Session Champ’s Rollerdrome $4.50 | 5-8 p.m. Calling all proud cheapskates for a cheap skate at Champ’s Rollerdrome…
Everything You Missed At Louder Than Life 2021: From Machine Gun Kelly’s Punch To Korn’s Oxygen Tank
“Send these freaks and that noise they call music elsewhere” read one of the comments on a local news channel’s Facebook post about Louder Than Life. Just one of several people who live within the vicinity of the festival that have taken to social media recently to protest the volume of the festival, the influx…
Metallica Soars At Louder Than Life, Plays Entire Black Album
I guess we should get to the news first: Metallica performed “The Black Album” in its entirety on Sunday at Louder Than Life. The legendary, platinum-selling record featuring some of the band’s most iconic songs turned 30 this summer, and, in its honor, Metallica played it in reverse order, which is exactly the sort of…
Social Media Mourns Death Of Liam, Pup Found Abandoned Outside Kentucky Humane Society
The same social media fans who rallied around Liam, the emaciated puppy abandoned outside of the Kentucky Humane Society on Sept. 17, mourned his death this weekend after KHS announced on Friday that he had to be compassionately euthanized. “We are devastated to share with you that Liam has passed away,” the KHS wrote on…
Bob Dylan Is Restarting His Never Ending Tour With A Stop In Louisville
Bob Dylan’s Never Ending Tour is starting back up again, and he’s included a new stop in Louisville at the Palace Theatre in November. The legendary singer-songwriter will be in Derby City on Nov. 12. Tickets will go on sale Thursday, Sept. 30 at 10 a.m.. Anyone who attends the event must either be vaccinated…
30+ Art Exhibits You Can See In Louisville This October
A gallery roundup of art shows to see in Louisville this month. Note: This list is a selection of current exhibitions. “Truth or Dare: A Reality Show” Through December 21c Museum Hotel 700 W. Main St. Hours: Mondays-Sundays, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. 21cmuseumhotels.com Group show that’s part of the Louisville Photo Biennial. “What Lies Beneath” Through…
Jefferson County Sheriff Seizes Millions in Cash — Often From UPS Packages
This story was produced by the Kentucky Center for Investigative Reporting, a nonprofit newsroom by Louisville Public Media. For more, visit KyCIR.org. The puppies were bred from a prized pair of American pit bull terriers, promising the attributes that buyers would pay thousands for: a chiseled and strong build, a cool and confident temperament and…
Savage Love: Am I, A Straight Guy, Being Homophobic When I Bait Gay Men?
Q: I’m a 26-year-old masculine straight guy who loves exploiting the fantasies so many gay men have about straight men. When a gay guy is into me because I look like his straight-masculine-jock dream, it’s a power trip like no other. It’s always a specific type of bottom gay dude I seek out when I…
A Food Critic’s Favorite Restaurants In Louisville, From Burgers To White Tablecloth
“What is your favorite restaurant?” “What’s the best restaurant in town?” As a frequent diner who writes about my experiences, I get these questions often. My stock answers, though, aren’t as simple as you might expect: My favorite is probably wherever I ate last. The best? I won’t name one. I might name 10, but…
Kentucky Has Fourth-Highest Rate of Kids Hospitalized With COVID-19
This story was produced by the Kentucky Center for Investigative Reporting, a nonprofit newsroom by Louisville Public Media. For more, visit KyCIR.org. Kentucky has the fourth-highest rate in the nation of children hospitalized with COVID-19 for the month of September, according to data from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. So far this…
Dan Savage Drew From 3,500 Reader Letters, 3 Decades Of Work For His New Book
Things have changed considerably since Dan Savage started writing his sex advice column “Savage Love” in Seattle’s alt-weekly The Stranger 30 years ago. The column is now syndicated in more than 50 papers across North America (including in yours truly), led to a longrunning “Savage Lovecast” podcast, and has even spawned its own veritable dictionary…
This Northern Kentucky Theatrical Shop Is Hosting A One-Day-Only Halloween Costume Sale
A classic Covington, Kentucky, theatrical shop wants to help you get spooky this Halloween season. Theatre House, which has been outfitting Greater Cincinnati productions with costumes, wigs, makeup and more since 1955, is hosting a special one-day sale, offering 25%-off all Halloween costumes. From 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 9, shoppers can grab masks for everyone from…
Photos: This Hidden Airstream Resort In Louisville Features 4 Beaches, Hiking Trails And Kayaking
At Progress Park, Louisville residents can get away from the hustle and bustle of city life without even having to leave the city. Situated just 11 miles from downtown in the Buechel neighborhood, Progress Park Airstream resort has something for everyone and is the perfect spot for an all-inclusive glamping experience with its five vintage…
Three Concerts To Catch In Louisville This Weekend (9/24)
Louder Than Life — Louisville’s heavy metal festival — is this weekend, but if that’s not your thing, here’s some smaller concerts to catch. Friday, Sep. 24 Parker Millsap Headliners Music Hall $16-$18 | 8 p.m. A super talented singer-songwriter, Parker Millsap’s high-energy and soulful folk is high impact and drives around the borders of…
13 Haunted Attractions In And Around Louisville For The Best Scare Possible
As the Halloween season approaches, we know many of our readers are keen to experience the thrills and chills of our area’s haunted houses, haunted trails, and more. Here’s our guide to 13 haunted attractions in and around Louisville. Please remember to obey all posted signs and warnings and refrain from touching any scare actors.…
Georgetown Drive-In Wraps Up Its 2021 Season With A Halloween Extravaganza On Saturday
For its last show of the season on Saturday, the Georgetown Drive-In is going all out for a creepy good time. The outdoor theater in Georgetown, Indiana, is showing classic horror movies for the adults (“Christine,” “Pet Sematary” and “A Nightmare on Elm Street”), and “Paw Patrol The Movie” and “Scooby-Doo” for the scaredy-cats… we…
Grammy Nominee Cedric Burnside Plays At The Falls Of The Ohio On Saturday
Cedric Burnside and Suzanne Santo are bringing their brand of blues and roots to the Falls of the Ohio this Saturday night. The show will begin at 6:30 p.m. Burnside, a two-time Grammy nominee and Blues Music Awards winner, was born in Memphis, Tennessee but raised in Holly Springs, Mississippi. He spent his time in…
Before Fatal Bus Stop Shooting, A Complaint About Missing Streetlights
This story was produced by the Kentucky Center for Investigative Reporting, a nonprofit newsroom by Louisville Public Media. For more, visit KyCIR.org. The sky was still dark when the teenagers got to the school bus stop where one student was fatally shot and two were injured just after 6 a.m. Wednesday morning. The corner of…
5 Things To Do This Weekend In Louisville (9/24)
FRIDAY, Sept. 24 Hops & Hounds Louisville Slugger Field Prices vary | 7 p.m. Slugger Field will be bursting with dogs of all kinds and eight breweries tonight. If you pay for a $26 Hops & Hounds ticket, you’ll receive a limited edition souvenir mug to fill with your choice of three, 12-ounce craft beers.…
3 Bands To See At Louder Than Life On Friday
Turnstile Disrupter Stage | 5:55 p.m. For years, Turnstile has flirted with crossing hardcore into different genres, and they nailed it on their latest record, Glow On — a kaleidoscopic and ambitiously brilliant dive into other styles without losing the base of who they are. Beyond that, they’re regarded as a dynamic live band. This…
Louisville Council Votes To Support Federal Reparations Study
Louisville Metro Council approved a reparations resolution last night. No, it won’t actually set aside money for Black descendants of slaves. But it does support a resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives that seeks to create a commission to study the effects of slavery on descendants and recommend “appropriate remedies.” The council approved the…
Here’s What Louder Than Life Is Doing To Help Neighbors With Noise Complaints
If the sounds of Korn and Staind from Louder Than Life interrupt your sweet dreams tonight, there’s a place for you to raise your own voice. For the second year, Danny Wimmer Presents has created a community hotline for residents to call if they have any issues with noise, traffic or anything else: 502-586-0120. And…
State Lawmaker Wants Louisville To Be Able To Pass Gun Laws In Wake Of Bus Stop Shooting
It’s been proposed before, but it’s never passed: A bill that would allow Louisville to craft its own gun regulations. A new tragedy — the shooting of three Louisville students as they waited for the bus to school — has a Jefferson County lawmaker wanting to try to pass it again, no matter the odds. …
Even Louisville’s Zoo Animals Are Getting Vaccinated
In December of 2020, three snow leopards at the Louisville Zoo tested positive for COVID, but starting Friday, the animals will be able to get vaccinated. The Zoo has received doses of a version of the COVID vaccine developed specifically for animals, and keepers will be administering it to 29 apes and cats in the…
What To Know About Louder Than Life’s Vaccination Or Negative COVID Test Requirement
Before you go to Louder than Life, you need to be prepared to take some very important COVID measures. The festival producers have released some guidelines to help keep all festival goers as safe as possible. To gain entry into the music festival happening this weekend at the Highland Festival Grounds at the Kentucky Exposition…
Actors Theatre Of Louisville Announces Return Of In-Person Shows (And New Virtual Productions)
Things we’ve missed because of the pandemic have been many. One of them is live theater. Now, Actors Theatre of Louisville has decided to begin reintroducing live theater experiences starting as soon as the end of this year. Actors’ has been closely monitoring the pandemic data including how the disease is affecting the local community…
A Russell Church Is Opening As A ‘Healing Place’ Tonight For Those Traumatized By Bus Stop Shooting
A Safe Haven healing space is being set up at MooreTemple Church of God in Christ tonight for community members impacted by the tragic loss of Tyree Smith, a 16-year-old Eastern High School student who was shot and killed in a drive-by while waiting for the bus on Wednesday morning. There will be licensed therapists,…
Louder Than Life Starts Today: See These Four Bands
Anthrax Loudmouth Stage | 5 p.m. One of the Big Four thrash metal bands of the ‘80s, Anthrax used speed and fury to burn their spot into the heavy metal book of legends. While they didn’t churn out the hits like some of their peers, their prowess and impact is undeniable. Cypress Hill Loudmouth Stage …
Explore 18 Pieces Of Art Inspired By The Greatest At The Muhammad Ali Center’s New Temporary Exhibit, Opening Saturday
Muhammad Ali’s influence has never waned. His legacy, beliefs, activism, persona and boxing prowess made him an impactful icon who transcended generational interest. The dude has staying power, inside and outside the fight game. But, the recent Ken Burns documentary on the life of The Greatest might have sparked some new curiosity and deep dives,…
Rowdy Patrons Push Haunted Hotel In South Louisville To Adopt New Safety Measures
Todd Hogan traveled from Bowling Green to Louisville last weekend to visit one of his favorite haunted houses, The Haunted Hotel. But, the scare he got wasn’t the one he came for. First, mouthy line cutters marred the experience. Then, shouts of shots fired sent him and his three friends running. The source of the…
From BBQ To Bourbon, All Of The Non-music Things To Do At Louder Than Life 2021
Festivals are about music. We can’t dispute that. But, for many of us, they’re about the experiences, too: The food, the drinks, the pop-up shops. And Louder Than Life festival, starting this Thursday, has plenty of them for you take advantage of in between sets. Drinks Ever faithful to Louisville, Louder Than Life has a…
The Schnitzelburg Fall Walk Features Bands And The Flea Off This Weekend
One of the city’s best bar crawls/street parties, the Schnitzelburg Fall Walk, is back this Saturday, Sept. 25. Spearheaded by Check’s Cafe (1101 E. Burnett Ave.), this year’s Fall Walk features bands, pop-up beer gardens, The Flea Off Market and even the reopening of a beloved burger spot. The Flea Off Market will kick things…
One Child Dies In Drive-by Shooting At Bus Stop
This story has been updated. Shot in a drive-by while waiting for the school bus, one child is dead and two more are injured. The shooting occurred at 6:30 a.m. at Doctor W.J. Hodge and Chestnut streets in the Russell neighborhood, according to the Louisville Metro Police Department on Twitter. A 16-year-old boy was pronounced dead at…
Mudvayne Drops Out Of Louder Than Life After Positive COVID Test
Mudvayne, a nu-metal band that’s been around since the mid-‘90s, has dropped out of Louder Than Life after singer Chad Gray and a few of the band’s staff members have tested positive for COVID. Louder Than Life, which starts this Thursday and runs through Sunday, has replaced the Mudvayne with Breaking Benjamin, who will now…
Puppy Abandoned Outside Of Humane Society Takes ‘Turn For The Worse’
UPDATE: Liam survived through the night on Tuesday, but the pup is still in critical condition, according to the Kentucky Humane Society. Liam, the puppy found outside of the Kentucky Humane Society with no fur, covered in sores and looking “emaciated and miserable,” took a “turn for the worse” on Tuesday, the KHS said on…
Know How To Transform Louisville’s Downtown? Apply To Be A Bingham Fellow
Applications for the 2022 Class of Bingham Fellows have opened. They are being accepted through Friday, Oct. 29. The applications can be found at the Leadership Louisville website. The Bingham Fellows is a group of local leaders who are given the task of finding solutions to issues of importance within our community. The 2022 Topic…
‘Survivor’ Legend Jonny Fairplay Is In Louisville For A Premiere Watch Party This Wednesday
A “Survivor” premiere is usually no big deal — I mean, the show has been on for 40 seasons and 21 years at this point. It’s of legal drinking age! But, the premiere of “Survivor” Season 41 on Wednesday is special if you’re in Louisville, because two legendary players are coming to town for a…
Louisville Native Kinsey Rose Secures Spot On The Voice. (Watch)
Kinsey Rose, 35, a Louisville native, has secured a spot on The Voice. She will be singing with Team Kelly. Team Kelly is led by former American Idol singer Kelly Clarkson. See Rose’s audition, which aired last night: The Voice is in its 21st season and Rose performed The Chicks’ “Cowboy Take Me Away” to…
At Least 41 Kentucky Public School Employees Have Died Because Of COVID. This Teacher Is Keeping Track.
The list bears no names. Instead, it gives the school district and the profession of the person who has died. “JCPS mental health counselor” “Lee Co daytime custodian” “Shelby Co. Teacher” They are all Kentucky public school employees who have died of COVID or COVID related complications. So far, there have been 41 in the…
5 Must-See Louder Than Life Acts (That Aren’t The Headliners)
Headliners might be the main attractions of a music festival, but it’s all of the bands beforehand that make it worth spending entire days standing in a field. So, before Louder Than Life kicks off this Thursday, plan your schedule. Here’s the early bands that we think are worth catching. Thursday, Sept. 23 Anthrax Loudmouth…
The 8 Energetic Short Plays That Make Up This Year’s Ten-Tucky Festival
The 10th installment of the annual Ten-Tucky Festival opened last weekend at The Bard’s Town Theatre. From its beginning, this annual celebration of short plays by area writers has been a highlight of the season and a great forum for the production of new works by emerging and established theatrical voices. This year’s program…
Pumpkin Picking and Other Fall Delights Are Back At Huber’s
The fall delights of Huber’s Orchard & Winery are back. Pumpkin picking, donuts and fall harvest wine tastings have all returned to this Southern Indiana farm. This year, Huber’s is bringing back its Lakeside Tasting Tent for outdoor wine and spirit tastings. For that autumn feel, Huber’s is selling spiced apple wine. The rest of…
Louisville Officer Fired For Lying On Breonna Taylor Search Warrant Affidavit Sues To Get Job Back
The Louisville police officer who wrote the affidavit for the search warrant that officers used in the botched raid that ended in Breonna Taylor’s killing is appealing his firing. Former detective Joshua Jaynes wrote in the search warrant affidavit that he had verified through a U.S. postal inspector that Taylor had been receiving packages from…
Kentucky Hospitals Were More Strained Than Ever This Weekend, Gov. Says
The delta variant-fueled surge is pushing hospitals to their limits, and at a press conference on Monday, Gov. Andy Beshear said that it hit a peak this weekend. Saturday was the worst day for Kentucky hospital shortages during the pandemic, with 77% of hospitals reporting critical staff shortages, he said, although it fell to 63%…
Louisville Artist John Brooks On Being Featured In The New Yorker, Expanding Beyond Kentucky
Artist John Brooks’ show, “We All Come and Go Unknown” was on display at the Moremen Gallery from the end of July through late August. In the collection of paintings, Brooks explores themes of identity and queerness through images of himself, famous people like Marlene Dietrich, James Baldwin and Nick Jonas. This show was written…
10 Things To Do This Week For $5 And Under In Louisville (9/20)
MONDAY, Sept. 20 Sharing Black History Facebook Live Free | 7-7:30 p.m. Sadiqa Reynolds from the Louisville Urban League and Filson Historical Society leadership swap true tales of Black history. Catch the conversation on LUL’s Facebook page. Eulogy in Blood & Overload Highlands Tap Room No cover | 10 p.m. Get your taste of Metal…
Photos: Sheryl Rouse Brought Tina Turner (And The Crowd) Alive At Fourth Street Live Tribute Show
Fans of Tina Turner braved the rain on Sunday to head to Fourth Street Live! for the Tina Turner Tribute: Rolling On Fourth Street Live! show featuring Sheryl Rouse and the Unlimited Show Band. The tribute show featured many of the “Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll”’s most iconic songs and also walked the audience through…
‘So Much Incredible Footage’: Twitter Reacts To Part 1 Of Ken Burns’ Muhammad Ali Documentary
It’s too early for a Rotten Tomatoes score, but Twitter is loving Ken Burns’ four-part documentary on the GOAT, Muhammad Ali. The first, two-hour episode aired on PBS last night and focused on Ali’s life from 1942 — when he was born — to 1964, when he unseated boxer Sonny Liston as the World Heavyweight…
Partake In The Four Bs — Bats, Bluegrass, Barbecue And Beer — At The Kentucky Bat Festival This Sunday
Bats, bluegrass, barbecue and beer — it’s the perfect recipe for an awesome event that benefits rehabilitating injured and orphaned wildlife. This Sunday festival at Robards Barn and Venue near Shepherdsville will be educational and entertaining: you’ll get to meet bats up close, learn about nature and meet children’s character Stellaluna. Previously called Bourbon & Bats,…
Judas Priest Plans 50th Anniversary Surprises For Louder Than Life Show, Drummer Scott Travis Says
Judas Priest is celebrating 50 years in the business. Formed in Birmingham, England in 1969, the band has been around longer than 50 years and is looking toward the next 50. Since their first international tour for their debut album “Rocka Rolla” the group has been a staple on the road. The band will be…
Commune With Butterflies At The Monarch Festival In Southern Indiana This Saturday
Float like a butterfly over to Southern Indiana for a free festival celebrating art and nature this Saturday. The gorgeous grounds of Floyd County’s Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality will be the perfect backdrop to enjoy live music, local food and drinks and activities for kids — plus, of course, plenty of live butterflies. …
10 Louisville-area Tattoo Artists You Should Be Following On Instagram
This is a dangerous list. The more tattoo artists you follow on Instagram, the more likely you are to book an appointment for just one more. Or, maybe this will be the start of your addiction. Regardless, you should be following these Louisville area tattoo artists anyway for the sole reason that they’re ridiculously talented,…
The Mandate Has Ended, But 96% Of Kentucky School Districts Still Require Masks
After the Republican supermajority tore down the Kentucky Board of Education’s mask mandate at the recent special session, around 96% of Kentucky school districts have decided to continue to require masks, according to the Kentucky School Boards Association. SB1, the piece of legislation from the session that eliminated the mandate, went into effect Friday, but…
See Architecturally-interesting Homes On This Louisville Tour
Are you interested in working with an architect to change your home from just a house into your dream space or interested in seeing the work of local architects and supporting their mission to help Habitat for Humanity? This Saturday, join the American Institute of Architects, Central Kentucky Chapter (AIA, CKC) on their annual home…
Uncover Black History In Louisville At This Frazier Exhibit Opening On Saturday
The Frazier History Museum is presenting an Archaeology Day and West of Ninth Exhibition Community Opening. The event happens this Saturday, Sept. 18 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., and the event offers free admission to the Frazier until 2 p.m. The event will celebrate the opening of the Frazier’s latest exhibit: “West of Ninth:…
Ken Burns’ 4-part, 8-hour Muhammad Ali Documentary Series Begins Sunday
Not only did Muhammad Ali transcend boxing, he became one of the most important voices of his generation, fighting for what he believed in, even when it took years of his prime. The Louisville native also managed to be the greatest boxer ever to live. His life, legacy and career have been compressively covered in…
Decadent Southern Indiana Waffle Restaurant Closes
A Southern Indiana waffle restaurant known for its decadent creations closed earlier this week. The Funky Waffle Co. opened up last summer, delighting fans on social media and in person with a stocked waffle bar, offering an assortment of toppings for its fried creations. The Funky Waffle had just reopened after closing in late August…
3 Concerts To Catch In Louisville This Weekend (9/17)
Friday, Sept. 17 Goodie Mob Mellwood Art Center $40 | 7 p.m. Goodie Mob, featuring singer CeeLo Green, is touring in celebration of the 25 anniversary of their album, “Soul Food.” The Atlanta-based group is a storied, innovative and ground-breaking hip-hop project. Saturday, Sept. 18 The Nude Party Zanzabar $16 | 8 p.m. Playing…
5 Things To Do This Weekend In Louisville (9/17)
FRIDAY, Sept. 17 Gaslight Festival Jeffersontown, Kentucky Free | 6-10 p.m. Jeffersontown’s Gaslight Festival is the suburb’s biggest week of the year. Named after the town’s quaint Gaslight Square, the weekend celebration features over 135 arts and crafts vendors, food and carnival rides. This Friday’s festivities kick off with a hot air balloon glow at…
At Shelby County Jail, Quarantine Means Missing Your Own Court Hearings
This story was produced by the Kentucky Center for Investigative Reporting, a nonprofit newsroom by Louisville Public Media. For more, visit KyCIR.org. In early August, a judge in Shelby County set bail for seven people accused of crimes who weren’t there in the courtroom, or watching remotely. They weren’t allowed to participate in their hearings…
Step Out In Your Harlem Renaissance Best At This Russell Neighborhood Soiree On Friday
Join Russell: A Place of Promise as it celebrates the rich history of the Russell neighborhood with the Harlem of the South Soiree. This event will be hosted at the new Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center and will feature a jazz concert, food and notable neighborhood members. The event happens this Friday, Sept. 17…
Kentuckians Becoming Less Hesitant To Get COVID Vaccine, Study Shows
Vaccine hesitancy in Kentucky is decreasing, according to a new study from the Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky and the University of Cincinnati published on Thursday. The poll shows that people who would “probably not” or “definitely not” get a COVID vaccine has dropped almost one-third, compared to a similar poll conducted six months ago. The…
Kentucky Students Are Dressing And Acting Like Dogs, And This NKY Middle School Is Asking For Help
Kids these days; They’re animals! Another Kentucky school is reporting that its students are imitating pets. You may remember that last month, accounts surfaced of kids at Meade County Schools dressing and acting like cats. Well, now, a similar phenomenon has emerged in Northern Kentucky, where one school is dealing with children pretending to be…
Breonna Taylor Portrait To Be Displayed At Smithsonian Museum
Louisville’s Breonna Taylor, a young woman who was killed by police and whose life has become a beacon for the fight against police brutality and racial violence, will have her portrait displayed at the Smithsonian as part of an exhibit exploring the Black Lives Matter movement. This portrait, by the artist Amy Sherald who also…
Rep. Attica Scott Pre-files Bill To Require History Of Racism Be Taught In Kentucky Schools
As some Kentucky lawmakers seek to limit discussions of race in public schools, state Rep. Attica Scott of Louisville wants to expand the conversation. The Democrat has pre-filed a bill that would require Kentucky public middle and high schools to teach the history of racism “that shall include but not be limited to the transatlantic…
19 Give For Good Louisville Events That Will More Than Make Up For Your Donation
This Friday, Sept. 17 will be the seventh Give Good For Louisville event. The event has raised more than $33 million for local organizations and charities in the Louisville area. Below is a list of events that organizations are doing to encourage participation, including a meet and greet with activist Hannah Drake and a bug…
Irish Singer Mick Flannery Talks Imitating Tom Waits, COVID Productivity Ahead Of Headliners Show
Double-platinum Irish singer Mick Flannery is bringing his show to town with singing partner Susan O’Neill. Both will be playing in support of headliner Kathleen Edwards. Flannery and O’Neill are set to release an album collaboration this month called, “In the Game.” LEO caught up with Flannery just as he was sitting down for his…
Hang Out With Sunni The Sloth At Louisville Zoo’s New Behind-The-Scenes Experience
Sloths used to just be the subject of cliche analogies, but then the internet figured out that they are basically slow-moving teddy bears, so now they rank among royalty in cute animal social media. Enter the Louisville Zoo’s forthcoming Sloth Experience, where, for $80, you can kick it with Sunni, the resident sloth. Participants get…
Savage Love: My Massage Therapist Confessed His Love For Me. Should I Report Him?
Q: I’m a 35-year-old straight woman living in the Midwest. I was seeing a massage therapist for three years and we became very close friends. I referred my friends to him and helped him grow his business. He eventually disclosed to me that he had developed feelings for me. I went into instant shock and said that…
16 Stunning Photographs Showing At This Year’s Louisville Photo Biennial
For more than two decades, the Louisville Photo Biennial has been a beacon for the power of artistic photography, bringing together dozens of simultaneous exhibitions at various locations throughout the metro area and beyond. This year, the event runs from Sept. 9 through the Nov. 14, at more than 50 galleries, museums and cultural institutions. …
Local Filmmaker Shooting Movie In Louisville, Employing Homegrown Talent
Louisville and Kentucky have seen a lot of film activity in recent years. With tax incentives for filmmakers, Kentucky has made it easier and more attractive for films to be made in the state. A new film by local director Lucio Fonza, called “Roach Motel,” will be filming in the Louisville area. His Out of…
City Reinstalls EMW Buffer Zone Lines In Downtown Louisville After Removal, Confusion
Tuesday afternoon, EMW Women’s Surgical Center and its advocates celebrated the city installing a buffer zone outside of the abortion clinic — bright yellow lines marking where protesters couldn’t cross, creating space for patients to enter. At 10 p.m. Tuesday night, Councilperson Cassie Chambers Armstrong — a sponsor of the ordinance that led to the…
Snoop Dogg, Another Big Act, Drops From Louder Than Life
Another big name has dropped from Louder Than Life’s lineup, and this time it’s esteemed West Coast rapper Snoop Dogg. Our main dog announced that he is calling off all of his 2021 festival appearances, including his stop in Louisville, according to a post on Louder Than Life’s socials. https://www.facebook.com/louderthanlifefestival/posts/4111337088993871 The metal festival, which is…
This Fourth Generation, Family-owned Cafe In St. Matthews Does Food And Safety Right
Show me a fourth generation family restaurant that traces its heritage back to the 1920s, and I’ll show you a restaurant that’s doing things right. That would be Kayrouz Cafe, and it should come as no surprise that the current generation is handling COVID safety with style and grace. “Our entire kitchen and wait staff…
Road Trip! Here’s When and Where to See the Best Fall Leaves in Kentucky And Indiana
Fall is just around the corner. Are you ready for the leaves to change? According to the Farmers’ Almanac, the peak viewing time for seeing red, orange and gold leaves in Kentucky is Oct. 5-21, while Oct. 12-28 is the best time to see the colors in Indiana. There are plenty of road trip-worthy fall locations…
Louisville Musicians Honor Deceased Guitarist Wink O’Bannon With New Album Of Covers
Guitarist Wink O’Bannon’s mark on Louisville is quite widely known. His work from Bodeco all the way back to the early punk scene in Louisville left a mark on the town that few find easy to forget. When he passed away at the end of June last year, some of his friends and colleagues were…
Thorns & Roses: Kentucky GOP Need Vaccine Fact Checkers, Long Live Theatair X
Thorn: A Legislator’s Frustrations State Rep. Josie Raymond, D-Louisville, posted a poem on the morning of Kentucky’s special legislative session, cobbled together from the subject lines of emails sent to every state legislator, Republican and Democrat. “Don’t let us down,” the second line read. The day after the legislative session, which resulted in the Republican majority…
Kentucky GOP’s Special Session Performance Was A Power Grab
We’re heading into our second pandemic winter, with a surge of variant-fueled cases and sadly stagnant vaccine numbers, while state politicians continue to play power-struggle games. During last week’s special session, where the GOP-controlled legislature essentially inherited control of the state’s coronavirus response after a recent Kentucky Supreme Court ruling shifted policymaking power, it became…
Dear Kentucky GOP, Stop Using The Fear of Black People To Keep You In Office
Over the weekend, I watched an exchange with USA Today reporter Phillip Bailey and the Louisville GOP about an email sent by the Kentucky GOP titled, “Does Democrat Craig Greenberg Stand with Greg Fischer on Critical Race Theory?” This is a tried and true method of the Republican Party — use racism to scare people…
Kentucky Is One Of The Unhappiest States In 2021, Study Finds
Kentucky is looking a little gloomy these days — and not just because of all the COVID-19, apparently. The Commonwealth ranks as No. 45 out of 50 on WalletHub’s 2021 list of the happiest states in the nation. Only Oklahoma, Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas and West Virginia fare worse on the finance advice website. To determine…
Louisville Band Creates ‘Texas Toast’ — A Song Designed ‘To Make Daily Life A Little More Epic’
The great thing about instrumental songs is that they leave the door wide open to interpretation, an element Bryan Hamilton, chief songwriter for Louisville band Tsunami Samurai, capitalizes on in their latest release, “Texas Toast.” Ultimately, he said he wants the song to be a “soundtrack” to the dreams of our daily lives. “This song is…
4 New Albums From Louisville Artists For You To Listen To
Thaniel Ion Lee — New Age Music For years now, composer and artist Thaniel Ion Lee has quietly crafted gorgeous works of ambient music, on par with genre greats like Stars of the Lid or Steve Roach. On his latest, Lee flips the notion of new-age music on its head, offering up an album that…
Masks Mandates Discarded As Kentucky Special Session Wraps Up
The legislative special session wrapped up late last evening, possibly leaving Kentuckians more vulnerable to COVID than they were before. Lawmakers passed two bills targeting mask mandates: One discards the universal masking rule, set by the Kentucky Board of Education, in Kentucky schools. The other will prevent Gov. Andy Beshear from creating any further mask…
Rev. Al Shands III, Louisville Arts Advocate, Philanthropist and Collector, Dead At 92
The local visual arts community is mourning the passing of Rev. Al Shands III today. Shands was an integral figure in local arts through his avid collecting and his support of artists through his Great Meadows Foundation. Shands was 92 years old. According to the Great Meadows Foundation website, Shands’ involvement in local arts began…
