Lennie Omalza

Lennie Omalza

City Editor

Lennie lives in Louisville, KY, and has written for The Courier Journal, Eater, and StyleBlueprint, among other publications. She loves yoga, food, books, and beer. When she isn’t working or wrangling her rambunctious dachshund mix, Koa, she is either on a trip or planning her next one.

Sales executive Mandey with her husband at Oaks 2022
Culture
Meet Mandey, the LOUtoday Sales Executive
This Kentucky native likes mint, Mokara Spa, and Mussel & Burger Bar.
May 2, 2023
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Emily Davis at MindFEST Louisville in 2022
Healthcare
2nd annual mental health festival returns this month
MiNDFEST is a free, family-friendly mental health event.
May 2, 2023
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Isaac Murphy
Culture
The first jockey to win three Kentucky Derbys
Isaac Murphy lived through the Emancipation and Reconstruction — and he was one of the greatest American jockeys of all time.
April 28, 2023
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Canned energy drink
Business
Growing Louisville beverage company makes big moves
Congo LLC is undergoing an $8.25 million relocation and expansion for brands like Alani Nu + more.
April 28, 2023
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Louisville Free Public Library Northeast
City
Louisville library wins national award
Louisville Free Public Library’s Northeast location was one of five US libraries to receive the prestigious recognition.
April 26, 2023
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Gelato Gilberto Louisville
Food
Become a gelato expert at a Gelato Gilberto class
Learn the difference between the frozen Italian dessert and ice cream.
April 21, 2023
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Supermercado Guanajuato Louisville
Food
International grocery stores in Louisville
These mom-and-pop grocery stores are our go-to spots when dinner recipes call for unique ingredients.
April 20, 2023
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LOUtoday_waterfront park
Culture
5 ways to celebrate Earth Day in Derby City
Whether you’re ready to recycle or want to show your love for mother earth with a good meal, we’ve got a way for you to commemorate the occasion.
April 20, 2023
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The bar at Pretty Decent plant and cocktail bar on Frankfort Avenue
Food
Pretty Decent bar and plant shop opens on Frankfort Avenue
Grab a plant and a drink at this new cocktail bar and plant store in Clifton owned by husband-and-wife team John and Jeanne Douglass.
April 18, 2023
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Premium fragrance oils for candlemaking
Culture
Get crafty in Louisville with 4 fun workshops and classes
Unleash your inner artist in Derby City with crafty options for parties, nights out with friends, or some solo creative time.
April 18, 2023
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Good Bounce Pickleball Yard
Culture
Louisville’s first pickleball yard is bringing games and grub to the riverfront
Goodbounce Pickleball Yard boasts pickleball courts, a gameyard, craft cocktails with pickle garnishes, and scratch-made grub in a 45,000-square-foot space.
April 17, 2023
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An SOS van helps transport life-saving resources.
City
SOS changes health in LOU + beyond
This local organization has been redistributing unused medical supplies for 30 years.
April 12, 2023
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Louisville Skyline
City
Get to know Metro’s Clean Collaborative
The initiative brings stakeholders together to coordinate and maximize cleaning efforts.
April 12, 2023
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An adult white cat with blue eyes sits inside a white basket.
City
Helping Louisville pets in need
There are lots of ways to aid our furry friends.
April 10, 2023
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Phone with 2-1-1
City
Dial 2-1-1 for crisis help + more
Every call is a connection to confidential help.
April 10, 2023
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Four small glasses of beer in a wooden holder.
Food
How to celebrate National Beer Day in LOU
Here are a few ways to get hoppy for this annual celebration.
April 6, 2023
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A group relaxes at La Grange Quarry.
City
Louisville activities for the 18+ crowd
If you need some time away from the little ones, we’ve got you covered.
April 4, 2023
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LOUtoday_pizza bracket
Food
Breaking down our pizza bracket
We recently crowned a pizza champ — and y’all had things to say.
April 4, 2023
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The LOUtoday team at Swizzle Dinner & Drinks
Food
Master P helps create dish at Swizzle
The entertainment mogul teamed up with a local chef for a good cause.
March 30, 2023
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Real Estate
Report: Best time to sell a Louisville-area home
March 29, 2023
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America's Best Caviar on truffle fries
Food
America’s Best Caviar is right here in Kentucky
The Bluegrass caviar company has been around since 2012.
March 29, 2023
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Louisville Zoo Sloth Encounter
Culture
Try this: Sloth encounter at the Louisville Zoo
Get up close and personal with these serial chillers.
March 27, 2023
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Baby Goat at NuLu Bock and Wurst Fest
Food
NuLu Bock and Wurst Fest 2023
The annual beer fest celebrates six years tomorrow.
March 23, 2023
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The House of Marigold restaurant in Middletown
Food
The House of Marigold opens this week
Middletown’s newest restaurant is serving brunch seven days a week.
March 21, 2023
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Waterfront Park in Louisville, KY
Play
A guide to Louisville’s extraordinary parks
We’re highlighting the top parks that Louisville has to offer — complete with splash pads, playgrounds, walking trails, and dog-friendly spaces.
March 21, 2023
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Carson Pickett, Racing Louisville FC
Sports
Carson Pickett is at home in LOU
The Racing Louisville FC defender signed on through 2025.
March 17, 2023
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Charcuterie board from Alvio's Cuban Meats
Food
Cured Restaurant & Salumeria is coming to NuLu
One side of the eatery will be a European-style meat shop.
March 15, 2023
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Kentucky Kingdom & Hurricane Bay
Play
Kid-friendly activities in Louisville
We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that Louisville, KY has to offer — complete with animal encounters, educational activities, and outdoor fun.
March 15, 2023
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Burgoo Bash at Against The Grain
Food
The Burgoo Bash Cook-off is Back
Get a taste of the best burgoo at Against The Grain.
March 13, 2023
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Food
Kentuckians compete for the best mint julep
Eight bartenders from the Bluegrass State will create a Four Roses Bourbon version of the mint julep.
March 7, 2023
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