Aayat Ali

Aayat Ali

City Editor

Aayat is an editor based in Lexington, Kentucky. She has spent the last several years working alongside entrepreneurs, small businesses, and startups to share their stories with readers around the world. When she’s not writing, you can find her sifting through vinyl at one of Lexington’s local record stores.

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Business
Looking for a new job in 2024? Start here
We know the new year means new opportunities, and if that speaks to you, we’re rounding up some notable job openings around Lexington.
January 5, 2024
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Aayat Ali
People walking on a paved path.
City
Imagine Lexington 2045: Creating jobs and prosperity
The Imagine Lexington 2045 comprehensive plan has been approved. We’re breaking down the 349-page plan section by section, continuing with Theme C: Creating Jobs + Prosperity.
January 5, 2024
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Aayat Ali
The exterior of a building that will be transformed into the boutique shop and tasting room.
Culture
Sip on, Cibon
A new boutique spirits store and taste room is bringing both local and international flare to Rosemont Garden.
January 3, 2024
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Aayat Ali
A bird's eye view of downtown Lexington.
Real Estate
Share your thoughts on new affordable housing
The proposed multifamily units would be located on North Martin Luther King Boulevard.
January 2, 2024
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Aayat Ali
A search bar that says "What did Lexingtonians google most this year?" overlayed a photo of downtown Lexington.
City
What Lexingtonians googled this year
2023’s Google Year in Search is out — check out what Lexingtonians were searching most this year (it might surprise you).
January 2, 2024
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Brianna Williams
A view of the Lexington skyline as the sun sets.
Live
Lexingtonian 101: our guide to becoming a Lexington resident
Becoming a new resident is easy with our LEX 101 guide.
December 20, 2023
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Aayat Ali
A screenshot of a map indicating where the new apartment complex would be built.
Real Estate
Proposed apartments near UK clears first hurdle
The $50 million complex would be built along East Maxwell Street near UK’s campus.
December 18, 2023
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Aayat Ali
Two women stand in front of a large sign that says "LEX Lexington, Kentucky"
Instagram
Putting your LEXtoday knowledge to the test
Unwritten rules, Lexington’s largest mansion, and happy hours deals ruled the LEXtoday headlines this year.
December 14, 2023
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Aayat Ali
A mug filled with a latte surrounded by gingerbread man cookies
Food
Seasonal drinks to keep you warm
Peppermint, gingerbread, and sugar plums are dancing in our heads.
December 14, 2023
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Aayat Ali
A house with a blue exterior.
Real Estate
Hot Homes: You in the Big Blue House
Barbie and Ken could find common ground in this house.
December 12, 2023
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Aayat Ali
A satellite photo of the road and it's expected changes.
Airports and Transportation
Traffic changes coming to Leestown Road
Last week, the city began work at the interchange of Leestown + New Circle Roads.
December 8, 2023
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Aayat Ali
A woman speaks at a podium.
City
Aspiring workers get a clean slate
The city announced that the next Clean Slate Lexington expungement clinic will return in the spring.
December 6, 2023
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Aayat Ali
a tree with ice
Travel and Outdoors
2023-24 Winter Weather Forecast for Lexington
Prepare for winter weather in Lexington with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
December 4, 2023
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Aayat Ali
The facade of the former Cross Gate Gallery Building.
Real Estate
What the future of the pink building on East Main Street holds
Following a four-hour hearing, the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council voted to alter zoning of the iconic house.
November 30, 2023
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Aayat Ali
A truck pulling the Mobile Market.
City
Mobile Market aims to address food insecurity
Learn more about the 60-foot grocery store on wheels now open in Lexington.
November 30, 2023
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Aayat Ali
A crowd of people sitting outside around a band playing acoustic music.
Small Business
Get into the spirit with these pop-up holiday markets
It’s officially gift-giving season, and there’s no better way to shop that to support local holiday markets around Lexington.
November 28, 2023
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LEXtoday_good giving challenge
Nonprofits
Get good at giving with the 13th GoodGiving Challenge
The annual GoodGiving fundraising campaign has returned, encouraging Kentuckians to support their local nonprofit.
November 28, 2023
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Aayat Ali
Lexington, Kentucky's skyline with a sunset of blues, reds, and oranges
City
The rundown on Lexington’s 2045 Comprehensive Plan
Make your voice heard at the public hearing on Thursday, Nov. 30.
November 27, 2023
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Aayat Ali
The UK women's basketball team standing in a huddle
Sports
Basketball’s back, alright
With basketball season in full swing, we wanted to provide a quick rundown of how you can enjoy the game without the hassle.
November 24, 2023
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Aayat Ali
A close up of holiday ornaments on a tree
City
Where to see Christmas lights around town
Explore seven different opportunities to see dazzling lights around town.
November 24, 2023
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Aayat Ali
A shot of downtown Lexington looking down Main Street
Culture
Thanksgiving itinerary 2023: Where to take out-of-towners
Keep visitors busy with our itinerary of things to do in Lexington.
November 20, 2023
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Aayat Ali
Grilled cheese sandwiches featuring spiced onions and mayo.
Live
Meet your new favorite Lexington restaurants
Dining in Lexington is always a fresh experience with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.
November 16, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
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Nonprofits
How to participate in National Philanthropy Day
November 15 is National Philanthropy Day, so we’re sharing some of our favorite ways to give back to the community.
November 14, 2023
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Aayat Ali
Two plates of food, one that has a Dutch Baby Pancake and the other with a hopped salad.
Food
The story of Beau’s Cafe, brunch, and the Beaumont of it all
November 10, 2023
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Aayat Ali
A plate of food featuring turkey covered in gravy, cranberries, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and rolls.
Food
Spend more time with the family with these Thanksgiving catering options
No need to gobble ‘til you wobble. Let someone else do the heavy lifting at this year’s Thanksgiving feast.
November 10, 2023
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Aayat Ali
An aerial shot of downtown Lexington.
Nonprofits
Nonprofit Capital Project Grants provides organizations with more funding
For the second year, the grant project will provide local nonprofits with funding to support the advancement of their goals.
November 8, 2023
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Aayat Ali
A bottle of bourbon that reads "Bluegrass Distillers" next to a cocktail with olives in the top.
Food
Inaugural Lexington Bourbon Week kicks off this week
Get ready to have a barrel of fun and immerse yourself into bourbon culture like never before
November 6, 2023
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Aayat Ali
A bird's eye view of Lexington's downtown area, including a large red sign that says "The Square."
Play
The zodiac signs of Lexington neighborhoods
Your home, your favorite coffee shop, your daily commute aren’t just written in the skyline — they may be written in the stars.
November 6, 2023
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Bella Rainey
An overlook of the Kentucky River
Travel and Outdoors
Kelley’s Landing receives funding for new Kentucky River park
November 2, 2023
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Aayat Ali
A painted wall that says "Mirror Twin Brewing Co."
Nonprofits
Cheers for Charity gives back all month long
The team at Mirror Twin Brewing will host various charitable organizations in its tap room throughout November.
November 2, 2023
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Aayat Ali
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