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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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Who was Stern Bramson?
The photographer who documented Louisville for over 50 years.
February 19, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
A rendering of an indoor space with casual chairs, a bar counter, a live stage, and a large staircase.
Business
A new food hall + coworking space coming to NuLu
Mashup is the latest NuLu development from Weyland Ventures.
February 19, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
A massive concrete structure with water flowing underneath and an industrial-looking building above.
City
Learn about Louisville’s flood infrastructure and response teams
Here are the precautions + response plans that keep Louisville safe during extreme flooding.
February 17, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
A pile of miniature, sticky Croquembouche on a golden plate.
Culture
Get a taste of the Moulin Rouge right here in Louisville
Stop by Wiltshire Pantry for a specialty French-inspired tea before you see the national Broadway tour of “Moulin Rouge.”
February 14, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
A brightly colored metal and glass sculpture, resembling an explosion, on the wall of a building
Culture
Louisville’s newest landmark is about to ‘SPARK’
A new art installation at Louisville Visual Art is set to be lit this weekend.
February 10, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
A woman doing yoga with a small dog.
Wellness
Step inside Louisville’s new salt therapy center
Do yoga while breathing in salt, take an infrared sauna, or steam in a barrel imported all the way from Siberia.
February 10, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
Louisville parking meters
City
4 things you didn’t know about PARC
The Parking Authority of River City oversees parking regulations, electric vehicle charging, and metering, and more.
February 6, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
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City
Check it out: The history (and future) of the Parkland Library
This West End library is re-opening after 40 years.
February 6, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
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Culture
Plan ahead for Bourbon & Beyond + Louder Than Life
Louisville’s two biggest music festivals are still months away, but it pays to be prepared.
February 5, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
a Falafel sandwich displayed on a white plate.
Food
VegKentucky launches this weekend with a free kickoff event
The organization from the people behind VegFest and V-Grits is ready to spread its plant-based wings.
February 4, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
An Airstream trailer sits beneath a roof near a stone-lined pond.
Play
The most unique places to stay in Louisville
From rotating riverside views to a room that doubles as an art piece, Louisville is full of special places to stay that offer guests a break from traditional motels and hotels.
February 4, 2025
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Cambrie Juarez
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Culture
Celebrate the Lunar New Year in LOU
Ring in The Year of the Snake at these local events.
January 29, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
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Real Estate
Remaking a Mansion: The LOU renovation project that hit national airwaves
A couple renovating a mansion in Louisville’s Russell neighborhood was recently featured on HBO.
January 29, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
Futuristic cityscape with sleek, modern skyscrapers and a network of waterways running through the urban environment. A futuristic flying vehicle, resembling a white pod with a black dome, hovers over the water, near a multi-lane bridge with cars. Boats navigate the waterways below, surrounded by lush greenery and reflective architecture. The scene is bathed in soft daylight, blending advanced technology with natural elements.
Culture
What will Austin, Texas be like in the 22nd century?
We asked ChatGPT to predict Austin’s future — here’s what the chatbot sees in its crystal ball.
January 28, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
Silver in the City storefront on Mass Avenue
City
Here’s how Indy ranked in 2024
Plenty of Indianapolis business + restaurants, plus the city itself, landed in high spots on “best of” lists in 2024.
January 24, 2025
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Shea Stapley
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Business
A new soul food restaurant is open in Louisville
The Russell neighborhood restaurant is the first sit-down place for a local chef.
January 23, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
A proposed marina and ampitheater at the former JeffBoat site in Jeffersonville, Indiana.
Business
5 developments we’re watching in 2025
These ongoing projects are all slated to see big updates this year.
January 23, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
Louisville future
Culture
What will Louisville look like in the 22nd century?
Babies born this year are part of Generation Beta, the first generation likely to live to see the year 2101 — what will Louisville be like for them?
January 21, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
WStoday: Winston-Salem skyline
City
Winston-Salem rankings worth bragging about
How does the Twin City stack up against other places in the US? Pretty well, according to these national publications.
January 17, 2025
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Cambridge Wrege
a painting of four gnomes spelling out the word "love"
Culture
Plan ahead for Valentine’s Day in Louisville
Get ready to treat your boo, your bestie, or yourself to a night out for Valentine’s Day.
January 13, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
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Culture
What will Columbia look like in the 22nd century?
Babies born this year are part of Generation Beta, the first generation likely to live to see the year 2101 — what will Columbia be like for them?
January 13, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
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Culture
New Year’s resoLOUtions from LOUtoday’s readers
We asked and you answered — here’s what Louisvillians want to see and do in the new year.
January 9, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
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Culture
How to tour historic churches in Louisville
Learn why Louisville is sometimes called “The City of Beautiful Churches.”
January 7, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
Louisville from the water
Culture
LOUtoday’s 2024 Picture of the Year winner
The best picture of 2024, as decided by LOUtoday readers.
January 7, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
Restaurant with rose-colored booths and yellow chairs.
Culture
How Louisville ranked in 2024
Plenty of Louisville business and restaurants, plus the city itself, landed in high spots on best of lists in 2024.
January 3, 2025
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Declan Lowthian
a shot of downtown Louisville from the Ohio River
City
Vacant office buildings downtown are set to become housing units
A new initiative aims to renovate downtown Louisville buildings into residential, hospitality, and mixed-uses spaces.
December 10, 2024
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Declan Lowthian
LOUtoday_books at the library
Culture
Louisville Free Public Library’s year by the numbers
How many books do you think LFPL lent out this year?
December 6, 2024
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Declan Lowthian
A large brick house with an attached garage.
Real Estate
A $695,500 ‘Home Alone’ house lookalike is for sale in Louisville
Kevin McCallister, meet Kensington Place
December 4, 2024
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Declan Lowthian
Louisville, Kentucky in winter.
City
How to prep your pipes for cold weather in LOU
Keep your plumbing safe and sound this winter.
December 2, 2024
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Declan Lowthian
A rendering of proposed developments in the lot adjacent to Louisville's Slugger Field.
City
A $250 million development could be headed to Slugger Field
Louisville’s baseball stadium could soon have some new neighbors — a hotel, offices, and retail.
December 2, 2024
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Declan Lowthian
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