Molly Thompson in a black shirt

Molly Thompson

City Editor

Molly is based in Lexington, KY and has worked for a variety of entities including JMI Sports, the Harrodsburg Herald, and the Sports Business Daily. When she’s not writing + editing for LEXtoday, you can find her teaching or practicing yoga or exploring the city with her husband and dog Ziggy.

a top-down view of snow covered residential houses and roads.
Weather
City officials share tips for winter weather preparedness
With more winter weather on the way, city officials held a press conference to share tips + protocols so you can be best prepared.
January 18, 2024
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Molly Thompson
An aerial view of Shaker Village.
Play
Hit the Road: a 40-mile getaway to Harrodsburg
January 17, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A bowl of tomato soup with a piece of bread and spoon next to it.
Food
Where to get soup in Lexington
It’s cold out there. Thaw out with a bowl of soul-warming soup from one of these local Lexington restaurants.
January 16, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A stone building with a feather banner outside
Arts
Have an art-filled Friday with Gallery Hop + UK’s Visiting Artist and Scholar Series
January 16, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A mural featuring a pink pony with tropical leaves surrounding it.
Play
15 murals around Lexington, KY
Check out our guide to the many meaningful murals you can find around our city.
January 11, 2024
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Sara Frazier
A group of people holding shovels in front of a pile of dirt for the groundbreaking of RD1 Spirits new complex
Development
RD1 Spirits breaks ground on new $5 million complex at The Commons
RD1 Spirits’ new $5-million complex coming to The Commons will feature a research + development distillery and visitor experiences including bourbon tastings and blendings.
January 10, 2024
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Molly Thompson
Two female soccer players sitting at a table that says Big Brothers Big Sisters with banners surrounding them
Business
Centre College alumni form first-of-its-kind NIL collective — The 1926 Collective
Centre College alumni and former teammates band together to uplift fellow female athletes through a first-of-its-kind NIL Collective called The 1926 Collective.
January 10, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A storm drain painted light blue with animal stencils and a quote
City
Beautify the city and share an important message with the Adopt a Storm Drain program
Help keep Lexington’s waterways clean by painting a local storm drain with important pollution prevention messaging.
January 8, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A table surrounded by chairs, plants, and lights enclosed in a glass space.
Culture
The Lost Palm launches outdoor dining with The Treehouse
January 4, 2024
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Molly Thompson
The Square in downtown Lexington at night with cars driving fast.
Culture
24 questions for 2024
Looking for the best espresso martinis in town? Or maybe you want to where to make your own pottery. Whatever your burning questions are for 2024, we want to answer them.
January 4, 2024
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Molly Thompson
An aerial shot of downtown Lexington's City Center building at night.
Culture
Asked: What are your Lexington resolutions going into 2024?
December 19, 2023
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Molly Thompson
A stage full of dancers with a lighted sign saying Chicago
Culture
A guide to Lexington’s best giftable experiences
Looking for a gift that won’t go in the clutter closet? We’re serving up some experience gifts so you have one less thing to wrap.
December 19, 2023
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Molly Thompson
The exterior of a former convenience store with a blue mural on the side.
Development
Black Soil to open grocery store off Georgetown Street
December 15, 2023
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Molly Thompson
A box with a gray bow and three half pints of gelato stacked on top
Culture
Unique gifts from local businesses
From local businesses’ curated gifts to handmade goods supporting nonprofits, we’re here to help you sleigh holiday shopping this year with these unique local gifts.
December 15, 2023
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Molly Thompson
A group of yoga students practicing a reverse warrior pose.
Culture
Ways to stay warm when the temperatures drop in Lexington
Resist the urge to hibernate this winter by checking out these warm and cozy ways to explore Lexington.
December 13, 2023
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Molly Thompson
LEX Kentucky Castle Rooftop
Events
Ring in 2024 with these 7 New Years Eve events in Lexington
From a black tie gala to an all-day party, there’s no shortage of fun for you to find to ring in the new year in Lexington.
December 11, 2023
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Molly Thompson
A wine shop with wooden crates filled with wine bottles and a flower display
Retail
Host your own New Years Eve party with these local vendors
Looking to for a cozy night in to celebrate New Years Eve? Check out these local ideas from vendors to plan your own party.
December 11, 2023
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Molly Thompson
A shaded path surrounded by trees and low-lying plants
City
Imagine Lexington 2045: Protecting the environment
The Imagine Lexington 2045 comprehensive plan has been approved. We’re breaking down the 349-page plan section by section, continuing with Theme B: Protecting the environment.
December 7, 2023
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Molly Thompson
People posing in front of a Railbird sign
Events
Lineup released for Railbird 2024
Railbird will be headlined by Chris Stapleton and Noah Kahan and feature dozen of regional + national musicians.
December 5, 2023
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Molly Thompson
A holiday lights display on a snowy road
Play
Winter events happening in and around Lexington
Check out winter and holiday-themed events happening in and around Lexington in this seasonal guide.
December 5, 2023
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Molly Thompson
An aerial drone photo of a neighborhood, a highway, a lake, and the sunset behind clouds
Development
Imagine Lexington 2045: Building + sustaining successful neighborhoods
The Imagine Lexington 2045 comprehensive plan has been approved. We’re breaking down the 349-page plan section by section, starting with Theme A: Building + sustaining successful neighborhoods.
December 1, 2023
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Molly Thompson
An Ale-8 bottle with flowers in it and a jar of a bubbly beverage.
Business
So long, longnecks: Ale-8-One discontinues refillable glass bottle program
Winchester-based soda company Ale-8-1 will retire its refillable glass + payout program at the end of the year, we’re telling you what you can do with the iconic green glass bottles.
December 1, 2023
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Molly Thompson
LEX_UK Football Trophy at MBB
Sports
Lexington snubbed on list of best college towns
After receiving a less than favorable ranking on the “Best College Towns & Cities” list, we want to know your thoughts on why we should be No. 1.
November 29, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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
A group of kids standing together with their arms around each other
Nonprofits
M’Power Rhythm aims to empower local youth through African drumming
M’Power Rhythm, a new nonprofit, uses the art of African drumming to encourage community building + empower local children.
November 21, 2023
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Molly Thompson
A mural featuring Abraham Lincoln with bright colors surrounding him
Culture
What Lexingtonians are grateful for this year
What are you grateful for this Thanksgiving? We’re sharing what our readers are giving thanks for, plus a few of our own favorite things.
November 21, 2023
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Molly Thompson
Rows of Christmas trees
Culture
Tree farms around Lexington
Whether you opt for a live tree each year, or want to start a new treedition, this list of local spots can help kickstart your search.
November 17, 2023
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Molly Thompson
An abstract painting featuring rows of houses, birds, and trees
Arts
REIMAGINE Project makes it annual return thanks to ArtsConnect
This fundraiser from Arts Connect sees the artwork of dozens of students reimagined into unique pieces by local artists.
November 13, 2023
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Molly Thompson
The exterior of the Lexington Opera House at night
Events
Highlights from the Lexington Opera House
Holidays have you playing host? Keep everyone entertained with these current + upcoming shows at the historic Lexington Opera House.
November 13, 2023
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Molly Thompson
A woman jumps in front of a tapestry featuring a rainbow and horse, with text that reads "Lexington, Kentucky #sharethelex"
Retail
7 new stores are coming to The Summit at Fritz Farm
November 9, 2023
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