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A storm drain painted light blue with animal stencils and a quote
City
Claim a corner of Lexington: Adopt a storm drain near you
Help keep Lexington’s waterways clean by painting a local storm drain with important pollution prevention messaging.
October 30, 2025 10:27 AM
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Molly Thompson
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Culture
Halloween at the Kentucky Theatre
Lexington’s historical downtown theatre released a lineup of spooktacular film screenings for the month of October.
October 5, 2022
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Aaron Mikel
a pumpkin on a sidewalk
Culture
Jack-o-lanterns needed at McConnell Springs
The community is invited to carve, donate + display their jack-o-lanters at McConnell Springs park.
October 4, 2022
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Aaron Mikel
A painting of a peacock and sun next to a drawing
Arts
Colorful fun at LASC
September 19, 2022
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Arts
Local art installation receives CODA award
September 12, 2022
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Aaron Mikel
three different pieces of public art
Arts
Name that artist
September 1, 2022
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Aaron Mikel
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Small Business
Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day in Lexington
Independent Bookstore Day is your chance to turn the page on your next adventure while supporting local businesses and authors.
April 24, 2025
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Staff
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Play
30+ volunteer opportunities in Lexington
This list of volunteer opportunities in Lexington includes everything from fostering a pet to getting hands-on at local build sites.
April 23, 2025
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Staff
An intersection with cones going down the middle and detour signs, construction machinery, and piles of rocks.
City
2026 LFUCG budget spotlight: Complete Streets
If approved by council, funding for the Complete Streets program would cover infrastructure upgrades and construction, plus safety and awareness.
April 22, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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Volunteer
Celebrate Earth Day in Lexington
Dig into our guide for investing in our planet via local, national, and global Earth Day initiatives.
April 21, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
A view of the Legends Field from the center field.
Sports
Play ball: Lexington Legends 2025 season preview
Learn all about the return of the Lexington Legends for their 2025 season, beginning with a pre-season exhibition on Tuesday, April 22.
April 18, 2025
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Molly Thompson
A few gifts overlaid on a patchwork background, including a Carharrt lunch box and a jewelry dish.
Sponsored
What to buy for parents: Your 2025 gift guide for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day
Including Oprah’s favorite eye mask and a No. 1 best-selling beard trimmer.
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A table full of plates with food + mimosas
Play
Time for brunch: Our favorite spots for a mid-morning meal in LEX
Don’t just pick a spot with pancakes and eggs — pick the spot that’s perfect for your gathering with this guide that includes menu recommendations, brunch categories, and beyond.
April 17, 2025
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Staff
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Mayor Gorton submits LEX’s 2026 budget for approval
Lexington’s latest budget has improvements planned for parks, emergency vehicles, snow preparedness, and solar studies.
April 16, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
A computer-generated image of The Railyard, a new development with both retail and residential space.
Real Estate
The Railyard: bringing mixed-use space to Delaware Avenue
The former industrial site will become a center of housing, retail, and employment known as The Railyard.
April 15, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
A group of men playing pickleball under lighted courts.
Sports
Your guide to picking up pickleball in Lexington, KY
The pickleball craze continues — across the country and right here in Lexington.
April 14, 2025
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Molly Thompson