Maggie Menderski

Looking for a new Christmas drink? Kentucky bourbon companies have no shortage of options, from Evan Williams Egg Nog to a Yule Nog line from Sazerac.

With a little whimsy in mind, our columnist interviewed Buddy and Santa from Derby Dinner Playhouse's "Elf The Musical" about Christmas cheer.

After more than three decades of marriage, Don Dziadus made a life-changing commitment to his wife, Debbie. He donated his kidney to her.

Louisville-area children’s author Wayne D. Kramer has tapped "Bluey" voice actor David McCormack to voice the new "Penny Pangolin" audiobooks.

Courier Journal columnist Maggie Menderski has created her own Friendsgiving tradition to celebrate "found family" while honoring a holiday tradition.

Kentucky veteran Mike Johnson spent years in jail and suffered from alcoholism. Now five years sober, he is paying it back and helping other veterans.

From turkey trots to live racing at Churchill Downs, here are five non-traditional ways you can celebrate Thanksgiving in Louisville.

Need Christmas and holiday present ideas? Check out our 2025 gift guide to see some of the best gifts for women available in Louisville.

Courier Journal reporter Maggie Menderski takes a look at the legacy of the Brown family, the namesake of Brown-Forman, and its impact on Louisville.

The Brown family, of Brown-Forman fame, has pumped more than $1 billion into Louisville in the past 155 years. Here's a look at the family's legacy.

The Brown family is among the wealthiest families in the country, and its generosity over generations has left an undeniable mark on Louisville.

Four distilleries within an hour of Louisville, including Jeptha Creed, and Castle & Key, have the best craft distillery tours in the country.

Rabbit Hole Distillery was recently named North America’s Leading Bourbon Distillery Tour for 2025 by the World Travel Awards. Here's what to know.

The Commonwealth Fund ranks states on how residents enrolled in Medicare experience the program and its benefits. See how Kentucky ranks.

Have you ever wondered if your house is haunted? This paranormal investigator offers her expert advice on how to handle living with a ghost.

The family of Diane Crump, who rode aboard Fathom in the 1970 Kentucky Derby, has started a fundraiser for medical assistance.

Lou Tingle knew he was attracted to men, but never said it out loud. Then, at 72, after his second wife died, he finally had the courage to come out.

Staff members believe Buzzard's Roost Distillery and the Hereafter Speakeasy are haunted. This new bourbon experience introduces you to their ghosts.

Courier Journal reporter Maggie Menderski introduces readers to See Forward Ministries, which helps African immigrants adjust to life in Louisville.

THC-Infused Kentucky Hop Water has notes of grapefruit and orange peel and is infused with 5mg of federally compliant Delta-9 THC derived from hemp.