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Declan Lowthian

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Declan is based in Louisville, Kentucky, the sixth state they’ve lived in. They come from a background in pop culture journalism and outside of work they can be found biking all over town, frequently from used bookstore to used bookstore.

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A white cup filled with a pumpkin spice latte
Food
Six fall coffee shop menus in LOU
Pumpkin spice, apple crisp, and everything in between.
September 16, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
A historical marker sign detailing the life of Rev. William H. Sheppard, a missionary who denounced colonialism in the Congo.
History
Flashback Friday: The life of Rev. William H. Shepphard
This Louisville pastor documented colonialism in Africa in the early parts of the 20th century.
September 11, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
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Play
New and coming-soon restaurants in Derby City
Reservation for two, please.
September 11, 2025
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Gabe Guarente
Three chickens, a brown, a white, and a black and white one, roam in fallen leaves among trees. A chicken coop and shed are in the distance.
Can you keep backyard chickens in Louisville?
Everything you need to know about raising your own chickens
September 9, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
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Events
Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Louisville
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
August 28, 2025
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Jeff Milby
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Culture
Classes + courses in Louisville for grown-ups
You’re never too old to go back to school.
August 25, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
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Culture
Louisville advice from readers like you
We asked our readers for advice for people new to Louisville.
August 18, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
Neon lights cover state fair rides which fill a parking lot.
Culture
Kentucky State Fair must-sees according to LOUtoday readers
Here’s what readers like you are most excited to see at the Kentucky State Fair.
August 14, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
A man in a zip up jacket and jeans stands in front of pallets upon pallets of seasoning bottles in a warehouse.
Fastest growing companies in Louisville for 2025
Eight Derby City companies made Inc. 5000’s list.
August 12, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
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Events
Get ready to CONNECT at Bernheim Forest
The annual event will feature interactive art, food trucks, and live music across two stages.
August 11, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
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Culture
Where would you put an outdoor library in Louisville?
The concept is taking over South Korea’s capital city. We’re thinking about where we’d copy it in SATX.
July 14, 2025
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Patrick Sidwell
A man wears a plaid shirt and an apron.
Culture
Louisville’s James Beard nominees
Only one Louisvillian has ever cinched a James Beard award, despite Derby City consistently putting up finalists.
June 17, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
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Kentucky saw a record tourism last year — and Louisville played a big part
Governor Andy Beshear announced this week that Kentucky saw a record $14.3 billion from tourism last year.
June 12, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
A historic sign about the st. matthew church in front of a red brick church building.
Culture
Marking History: The House of Ruth
Historical Marker 2519 marks a 19th-century church that became the home for a nonprofit still serving LOU today.
June 10, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
A map of Louisville with colorful sections illustrating each neighborhood, labled "Germantown," "Cherokee Seneca," and more.
City
Stretch your detective skills with LOJIC Online
From trash pick-up to capital projects, the city planning resource is chalk-full of useful information — that is, if you can decipher how to use it.
June 9, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
A field of bluegrass, topped with brown seeds. A bare ridge in the distance is lined with trees.
Why are Louisville’s allergies so bad?
How plant life and geology make for a truly sneezy spring in Derby City.
June 3, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
A overhead view of a busy downtown street. Cars are on the road, with buildings standing on either side.
City
This project will ‘remake’ Louisville’s Main Street
Bike lanes + two-way traffic are on the way.
June 3, 2025
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Jeff Milby
Building facade with blue and trim.
Culture
Cultural Pass 2025: Your passport to Louisville summer fun
Louisvillians up to 21 can get free access to over 50 cultural institutions this summer.
June 2, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
the historical marker in front of Muhammad Ali's childhood home
Culture
Explained: Kentucky historical markers
Everything you need to know about the Kentucky Historical Society’s markers.
May 29, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
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History
Asheville’s history through the eyes of a cicada
Brood XIV emerges every 17 years — what did Asheville look like to previous generations of these noisy insects?
May 22, 2025
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Grace Powers
a cicada emerging from its shell on a tree trunk
Culture
Louisville’s history through the eyes of a cicada
Brood XIV emerges every 17 years — what did Louisville look like to previous generations of these noisy insects?
May 21, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
a shot of downtown Louisville from the Ohio River
City
Downtown just got a little bit bigger
Metro council approved a request to expand the Louisville Downtown Management District last week, increasing access to resources + funding.
May 20, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
three dishes of ice cream ; one in a green glass goblet, one in a potery bowl, and one in a pink glass goblet.
Get the scoop: New ice cream shops around Louisville
If you’re after a sweet summer treat, these new ice cream parlors have you covered.
May 19, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
The exterior of a blue and white mansion with plenty of windows, a picket fence, and a detached garage.
Real Estate
Mansion Monday: Feeling blue in Glenview
This $4 million estate features striking blue decor inside and out.
May 16, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
An image of a box of cornbread THC seltzer, raspberry limeade flavor, with a blurred background of a factory behind it. The box is flanked by two cans of seltzer, all of which are sitting on a wooden table.
Business
One of the fastest-growing companies in the US is right here in Louisville.
Cornbread Hemp is the fastest-growing company in Kentucky, shipping its products all over the country from right here in Derby City.
May 14, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
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Travel and Outdoors
Waterfront Park is No. 1
Louisville’s Waterfront Park was ranked the best riverwalk in the country by USA Today.
May 13, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
A stack of three pumpkin spice pancakes sits on a plate covered in powdered sugar. A caramel glaze coats the pancakes and they're topped with whipped cream.
Live
Where to have brunch in Louisville
All about the bennys.
May 12, 2025
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Sarah Shadburne
A grand piano in an exposed-brick living room placed in front of a large glass double door.
Real Estate
This Old Louisville mini-mansion was featured on Zillow Gone Wild
Inset library shelving, an indoor garden, and stained glass features all await you inside this house featured on Zillow Gone Wild.
May 8, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
A colorfully-painted building with a stone facade, the mural on the side reads "Anchal" and a sandwichboard sign out front reads "Shop sustainable goods."
Business
Meet the Anchal Project
This Louisville-based small business works with artisans in India to import + sell their designs locally and nationally.
May 7, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
A softly lit room set up for a yoga class with green yoga mats.
Wellness
Snag health and wellness deals from Louisville small businesses
Louisville’s health-minded small businesses are banding together for Small Business Week to offer you specials on self care, fitness, and more.
May 5, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
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