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LEO Weekly LEO Weekly has evolved into the area’s most urbane and challenging newsweekly, including reportage on topics avoided by mainstream media.

LEO Weekly, or the Louisville Eccentric Observer, was founded in 1990 as a free source of a wide range of opinions and commentary on current affairs, as well as a guide to local and regional entertainment and recreation. LEO Weekly publishes profiles and reviews of music, books, movies, theater and more. In addition, LEO Weekly carries syndicated columns and features, including News of the Weird,

After Surviving Cancer, Louisville Punk Pioneer Celebrates With New Music 02/09/2024

"I'm having that show to celebrate being alive.” -Troy Cox

After Surviving Cancer, Louisville Punk Pioneer Celebrates With New Music The founding member of Louisville’s funk punk gurus Evergreen will be debuting his new band WeeMighty, with a show at BJs Sports Pub (8238 Dixie...

5 New Louisville Bakeries With Drool-Worthy Pastries & Sweets 02/09/2024

Louisville’s bakery scene just got a whole lot sweeter. 🍩

5 New Louisville Bakeries With Drool-Worthy Pastries & Sweets Louisville’s bakery scene just got a whole lot sweeter with five new spots opening up around town.

Louisville Has A New Rooftop Restaurant With Stunning City Views 01/09/2024

Check out the view from Nulu.

Louisville Has A New Rooftop Restaurant With Stunning City Views Louisville’s newest rooftop restaurant and bar, High Stakes Rooftop Grill, brings together fresh local ingredients with a nod to the city’s rich sports and horse racing heritage.

Bourbon Heritage Month Highlights Sustainability Efforts From Bourbon Companies Across Kentucky 01/09/2024

Kentucky-based bourbon companies have made substantial efforts to conserve enough trees for wildlife across the United States.

Bourbon Heritage Month Highlights Sustainability Efforts From Bourbon Companies Across Kentucky As Bourbon Heritage Month is just around the corner, it’s important to look back at efforts made by Kentucky-based bourbon companies to conserve enough trees...

You Filthy Man Sl*** Better Watch Your Mouths 01/09/2024

You know what they say about people in glass houses...

You Filthy Man Sl*** Better Watch Your Mouths Or, Think Before You Throw Stones While Living Under Glass

This Louisville House Is An Interior Design Junkie's Dream Come True 31/08/2024

She's a beauty.

This Louisville House Is An Interior Design Junkie's Dream Come True If you’re a fan of jaw-dropping interiors and smart home tech, this Louisville house might just be your dream come true. Recently renovated from top to bottom, this home is the perfect mix of modern luxury and cutting-edge technology, and feels straight out of a design magazine!

Louisville Fringe Fest Returns This September With Unique, Edgy Performances 31/08/2024

Louisville Fringe Fest, a festival dedicated to showcasing new, off beat, and non-traditional theater, is back for the sixth year in a row.

Louisville Fringe Fest Returns This September With Unique, Edgy Performances Louisville Fringe Fest, a festival dedicated to showcasing new, off beat, and non-traditional theater, is back for the sixth year in a row, this time...

10 Things To Do In Louisville This Weekend (8/30-9/2) 31/08/2024

Labor Day weekend plans, coming right up!

10 Things To Do In Louisville This Weekend (8/30-9/2) Need weekend plans? We've got you covered. From festivals to trivia and movie nights to soccer games, there's something for everyone to do this weekend in Louisville. 

Why Did The University Of Kentucky Ditch Its DEI Programs? 31/08/2024

Do you agree with UK's decision to no longer require diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) training for students or faculty?

Why Did The University Of Kentucky Ditch Its DEI Programs? See why the public university decided to close down all of its DEI programs

The News You Need To Know This Week In Louisville (8/25-8/31) 31/08/2024

What you missed while you were packing for Labor Day weekend.

The News You Need To Know This Week In Louisville (8/25-8/31) This week (8/25-8/31) was full of news with Louisville in national headlines, along with more grounded events happening in the city.

Check Out These Very Demure, Very Mindful Louisville Drivers 31/08/2024

Louisville drivers are known for their impeccable manners and thoughtful driving— so much so that they occasionally take their cars on impromptu tours through local storefronts.

Check Out These Very Demure, Very Mindful Louisville Drivers

LEO's Best Of Voting 2024 Is Live! 30/08/2024

Submit your vote while you still can! Polls close 8/31.

LEO's Best Of Voting 2024 Is Live! Vote for your local favorites here

30/08/2024

YMCA's text services will help provide teens in crisis with resources they need.

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You Filthy Man Sl*** Better Watch Your Mouths 30/08/2024

Men, watch what you say about women. It might just be a mirror you're looking into.

You Filthy Man Sl*** Better Watch Your Mouths Or, Think Before You Throw Stones While Living Under Glass

Tickets For “Boo At The Louisville Zoo” Are Now On Sale 30/08/2024

The annual "less-than-frightening” festivities are closer than you think.

Tickets For “Boo At The Louisville Zoo” Are Now On Sale

After Surviving Cancer, Louisville Punk Pioneer Celebrates With New Music 30/08/2024

The founding member of Louisville’s funk punk gurus Evergreen will be debuting his new band WeeMighty, with a show at BJs Sports Pub (8238 Dixie Hwy.) on Friday, Sept. 13.

After Surviving Cancer, Louisville Punk Pioneer Celebrates With New Music The founding member of Louisville’s funk punk gurus Evergreen will be debuting his new band WeeMighty, with a show at BJs Sports Pub (8238 Dixie...

Louisville Has A New Rooftop Restaurant With Stunning City Views 30/08/2024

Wait until you see these views. 😍

Louisville Has A New Rooftop Restaurant With Stunning City Views Louisville’s newest rooftop restaurant and bar, High Stakes Rooftop Grill, brings together fresh local ingredients with a nod to the city’s rich sports and horse racing heritage.

16 Unique Louisville Day Trips You Probably Haven't Heard Of 30/08/2024

These driving distance day trips are perfect for Labor Day weekend!

16 Unique Louisville Day Trips You Probably Haven't Heard Of Looking for a fun Louisville day trip? You've come to the right place!

Comedian Anjelah Johnson-Reyes Talks LEO About New Book, Jokes and Jerks 29/08/2024

How do you go from Oakland Raiders cheerleader to comedy stages and theaters across America? Ask actress and comedian Anjelah Johnson-Reyes and see her LIVE at Louisville Comedy Club this weekend.

Comedian Anjelah Johnson-Reyes Talks LEO About New Book, Jokes and Jerks How do you go from Oakland Raiders cheerleader to comedy stages and theaters across America? Ask actress and comedian Anjelah Johnson-Reyes. Johnson-Reyes took her shot...

Here’s The Full Schedule For Bourbon & Beyond 2024 29/08/2024

Who's top of your must-see list this year? 👀 🥃 🎶

Here’s The Full Schedule For Bourbon & Beyond 2024 See the full music and culinary schedule for this year's Bourbon & Beyond festival.

Escape To The Peaceful Indiana Utopia Of New Harmony 29/08/2024

A visit to New Harmony is one to reflect on history and grow a sense of inner peace and wisdom.

Escape To The Peaceful Indiana Utopia Of New Harmony Enjoy the place for it's good vibes and meditate on a few of your own

This Louisville House Is An Interior Design Junkie's Dream Come True 29/08/2024

Straight out of a design magazine. 😍

This Louisville House Is An Interior Design Junkie's Dream Come True If you’re a fan of jaw-dropping interiors and smart home tech, this Louisville house might just be your dream come true. Recently renovated from top to bottom, this home is the perfect mix of modern luxury and cutting-edge technology, and feels straight out of a design magazine!

What Your Favorite Louisville Restaurant Says About You 29/08/2024

What's your favorite local spot?

What Your Favorite Louisville Restaurant Says About You Louisville is full of amazing restaurants, whether you're looking for BBQ, Italian, tacos or something a little weirder. But we all have a favorite, and sure that favorite might just be based around the food, but we think it goes deeper than that.

14 Weekend Trips From Louisville That Are Perfect For Labor Day Weekend 28/08/2024

Make the most of the long weekend with these driving distance destinations.

14 Weekend Trips From Louisville That Are Perfect For Labor Day Weekend Summer is officially here and with it comes the urge to get away. If you're anything like us, you're probably dying for a chance to get out of town. However, it can be hard to plan a full-fledged vacation. Not only is it expensive, but these breaks really sneak up on you.

28/08/2024

Fake fall is at it again.

US DOJ Says Kentucky May Be Breaking Federal Law With Lack Of Mental Health Services In Louisville 28/08/2024

With the latest report finding very few mental health services across Louisville, where are mental health patients going instead?

US DOJ Says Kentucky May Be Breaking Federal Law With Lack Of Mental Health Services In Louisville The latest report finds very few mental health services across Louisville

Wheated Brings One Of New York City's Best Pizzerias To Louisville 28/08/2024

This is the Brooklyn-based restaurant's second-ever location.

Wheated Brings One Of New York City's Best Pizzerias To Louisville

10 Things To Do In Louisville This Weekend (8/30-9/2) 28/08/2024

World Fest, outdoor movies and plenty of trivia!

10 Things To Do In Louisville This Weekend (8/30-9/2) Need weekend plans? We've got you covered. From festivals to trivia and movie nights to soccer games, there's something for everyone to do this weekend in Louisville. 

Louisville's Fall Arts And Entertainment Guide 27/08/2024

See what's happening with the The Kentucky Center, Louisville Ballet, and more this fall.

Louisville's Fall Arts And Entertainment Guide No need to be bored with this list of local events

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