Breya Jones
Arts & Culture ReporterBreya Jones (she/they) is the Arts & Culture Reporter for LPM. She is excited to begin her journalism career in her hometown. She studied political science and journalism at DePaul University in Chicago. Audio is a new frontier that they are excited to bring into their work. While her main interest is in reporting on historically under-covered communities, she is excited by a variety of topics. When not reporting, they can be found stocking their desk snack drawer, knitting and most likely of all, watching Bob's Burgers.
Email Breya at bjones@lpm.org
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The Deck the Holler ornament show displays intricate ornaments meant to bring holiday traditions across cultures onto Christmas trees.
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Despite growing up Jewish, Christmas has always held a special place in Abby Koenig’s heart. She explores family dynamics and holiday traditions in her one-woman show, making its Louisville debut.
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Dave Caudill’s sculptures are often found outside. He’s worked to create harmony between his metalwork and the nature that surrounds it.
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Youth and social justice organizations in Louisville have a new infusion of funding. Five local groups focused on programming for young people got the prize.
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In Louisville, at places like Broadway Roller Rink and Robben’s Roost, Black roller skaters cultivated a culture around the rink. A new documentary explores the history of this culture and its staying power.
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Since its early days, the Kentucky College of Art and Design has received support from local artists, philanthropists and politicians. For all its support, some others paint a different portrait of life at the art school.
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Arts organizations run by or designed to serve BIPOC communities have historically had difficulty accessing funding. Local and regional support is available to help.
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Louisville filmmaker Mike Elsherif explores aspects of Palestinian American identities through his films.
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A judge ruled in favor of the Jefferson County Clerk’s Office and the Republican Party of Kentucky, ordering polls to close at 6 p.m. despite concerns over lengthy delays Tuesday morning.
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Multiple local organizations in Louisville and Southern Indiana are offering free rides to polling locations around the city on Election Day.