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Let’s refresh: What is LOUtoday and what do we cover?

LOUtoday brings all things Derby City straight to your inbox. | Photo by LOUtoday

We know how difficult it can be to keep all of your local and national media outlets straight. Everywhere you turn, someone is publishing a story.

If you’ve ever found yourself wondering who we are here at LOUtoday, no worries. Allow us to reintroduce ourselves — from our mission of activating and educating Louisvillians to the editors who make it happen.

How it works

LOUtoday is a branch of our parent company, 6AM City. While there are 6AM City markets spanning the nation from Boston to Seattle, your LOUtoday newsletter is written by two locals — more on that later.

Let’s answer some FAQs:

Q: Is LOUtoday affiliated with the City of Louisville?
A: No. We share as much news about our city as possible, but we’re two independent entities.

Q: Who should I direct my feedback to?
A: Feedback is a gift; we’ll always take it. Email your thoughts any time.

Q: Why don’t I see any coverage of national news, crime and punishment, or politics in my newsletter?
A: Every media company is different. At 6AM City we choose to cover the most relevant, hyper-local news and events — focusing on city guides, civic conversations, new businesses, history, lifestyle, and food and drink. You can read more in our editorial ethics policy.

Meet the editors

two women standing in front of a colorful wall — Your LOUtoday City Editors: Lennie Omalza + Katie Molck.
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Photo by LOUtoday

City Editors Katie and Lennie have the honor and privilege of sharing local news, events, and stories with thousands of readers in Derby City, daily, via our newsletters and socials. Check out our Q+A to learn about Katie’s perfect day in LOU and Lennie’s go-to local restaurant.

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Asked

What do you look forward to most in your LOUtoday newsletter?

A. Longer-form stories about people, places, and experiences
B. Bite-sized pieces of info in News Notes
C. Things to do in the list of Events
D. Editors’ personal writeups in The Wrap

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Events

Monday, May 29

Kentucky Flea Market Memorial Day Spectacular | Monday, May 29 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Kentucky Exposition Center, 937 Phillips Ln., Louisville | Free | Browse over 500 booths packed with antiques, collectibles, and clothing + shop the $5-and-under overstock sale.
Day At The Races - Military Appreciation Day | Monday, May 29 | 12:45 p.m. | Churchill Downs, 700 Central Ave., Louisville | $10-$84 | Attendees with a valid military ID will receive free general admission or a discounted ticket to Millionaires Row or Skye Terrace while supplies last.
Princess @1minworld Tour | Monday, May 29 | 7:30-8:30 p.m. | 21c Museum Hotel, 700 W. Main St., Louisville | Free | Join 21c Louisville and performing arts group Princess, an LGBTQ+ interdisciplinary performing arts duo that uses music as the narrative basis for conceptual, visually dynamic video operas.

Tuesday, May 30

The Moth StorySLAM | Tuesday, May 30 | 7 p.m. | Headliners Music Hall, 1386 Lexington Rd., Louisville | $15 | Hear five-minute stories about rumors that raised eyebrows, dropped jaws, or rattled a cage.
Puzzle Challenge | Tuesday, May 30-Tuesday, Jan. 16 | 7-9 p.m. | Hi-Wire Brewing, 642 Baxter Ave., Louisville | Free | Grab your pals and see if your team can be the fastest to complete a puzzle and win a prize.

Wednesday, May 31

Food Truck Wednesday | Wednesday, May 31 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Downtown, S. 4th. St. between Jefferson and Market St.s, Louisville | Free | The street will be closed to traffic so you can take advantage of the open streetscape and access lunchtime options amid picnic tables.

Thursday, June 1

Gray Street Farmers Market Opening Day | Thursday, Jun. 1 | 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | University of Louisville, Parking lot at E. Gray and S. Jackson Streets, Louisville | Free | The market’s 2023 season will feature a new location + more produce and lunch items.

Events calendar here

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Finance

Kim, Kylie, Kris invest in this $1.7 trillion market, and now you can, too

Masterworks’ goal is to democratize art investing. | Photo by Masterworks

They know how to make smart money moves, and so do you. That’s why you’ll love this.

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News Notes

Festival

The seventh-annual Muhammad Ali Festival is returning to the Muhammad Ali Center Friday, June 2-Sunday, June 11. Events include a roses and remembrance ceremony with a speech from Ali’s wife Lonnie Ali, a community carnival with games and face painting, and boxing demos at Logan Street Market.

Family

Kissel Entertainment’s Summer Kick-Off Carnival at Lynn Family Stadium is in full swing and runs through Sunday, June 4. The carnival features 100+ activities, including mid-way rides, games, shows, and classic fair concessions. Tickets — which include rides + show access — are $40 Monday-Thursday and $45 Friday-Sunday. Admission-only tickets are $10.

Kids

The Louisville Zoo splash park has opened for the season. The park — which features 42 spray areas — is open daily during regular zoo hours and shuts down 30 minutes before closing each evening. Members-only morning splash times are 9:30 a.m.-10 a.m. Monday-Friday.

Shop

Louisville’s Pappy & Company collaborated with South Carolina-based Middleton Made Knives to create Chef Knife, an eight-inch carbon steel knife made with a Pappy Van Winkle bourbon barrel-stave handle. The knife is $495 and available exclusively on the Pappy & Company website.

Today Is

Today is Memorial Day, which honors US military personnel who died in the line of duty. It is a federal holiday, meaning civic offices, most state offices, banks, and public libraries will be closed.

Play

What could your $1 buy you — a camera, a boat… a house? Play the Kentucky Lottery’s Cash Ball 225 for $1 per play and win up to $225,000 daily. Bonus: You can even play online.*

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The buzziest deodorant in the beauty scene right now: Lume whole body deodorant. Yup, whole body. It’s aluminum and baking soda-free and offers odor protection for any and everywhere. Try it in Toasted Coconut or Fresh Alpine.*

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Lennie

From the editor

I love a three-day weekend, but I’m honored to have veterans in my life — like my boyfriend and brother-in-law — to remind me about the true meaning of Memorial Day. If you’re looking for a way to commemorate the fallen, there will be nine hours of ceremonies and a parade in Covington, KY today.

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