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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 22, 2026 01:27 PM
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Up to 80% off and free shipping? That’s our way to shop
We picked out our favorite on-sale furniture and decor (but the sale ends tonight).
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Small Business
Here’s how you can support free, unbiased local journalism in Lexington
We fill your inbox with positive, impactful local news and events. Support our mission.
May 1, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
A storefront with signage that reads "Pop's Resale Since 1996. We buy vinyl records, vintage clothing, and vintage audio gear."
Small Business
Shout out your favorite Lexington small businesses
Tell us which LEX small businesses you love, from restaurants to retail to home services and beyond.
April 26, 2024
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Connor Jacobson
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How to get your dream home without moving
Finance home improvement projects with a HELOC from UK Federal Credit Union.
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American Trust Wealth plants deeper roots in Lexington
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Molly and Aayat sitting at a Kenwick Table on their laptops.
Business
Answered: Remote working trends in Lexington
April 23, 2024
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Molly Thompson
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear stands behind a podium
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Introducing the Commerce Lexington Public Policy Series
The series connects Lexingtonians with other community leaders to see how they can actively contribute to improving the region.
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Healthcare
New Baptist Health Hamburg Outpatient Medical Center opens next week
April 15, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Retail
Get derby-ready with Six & Main
April 12, 2024
Molly and Aayat sitting at a Kenwick Table on their laptops.
Business
Remote working in Lexington
April 11, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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A couple dancing on the rooftop of the Kentucky Castle in Lexington, KY.
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Wedding venues in Lexington
If wedding bells are in your future, check out these quintessentially Lexington wedding venues.
June 30, 2025
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Molly Thompson
A person in a green hat stands next to a blue penguin and stares at a painting of a grassy hill in a gold frame on a white wall.
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13 museums in Lexington
Whether you’re a history buff, art aficionado, or sports fan, these 13 museums in Lexington have it all.
June 25, 2025
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Travel and Outdoors
All aboard: How to ride Amtrak from Lexington
Taking the train isn’t just for commuters — it’s also a method of leisure travel that’s growing in popularity.
June 23, 2025
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Brianna Williams
Two plates featuring avocado toast with lettuce + paprika with a coffee mug and orange juice from Beau's Cafe.
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Lexington’s best gluten-free restaurants
No matter why you’re avoiding it, you can find gluten-free restaurants throughout the Horse Capital of the World.
June 18, 2025
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Molly Thompson
Mayor Linda Gorton standing in front of a podium speaking
City
Council approves Mayor Gorton’s budget for fiscal year 2026
The approved budget includes a $300 million investment in public safety, as well as significant investments in city infrastructure.
June 17, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
The Tates Creek Community Center, a one story brick building with a green roof. On top of the roof are several large, dark solar panels.
City
Lexington to go net zero by 2050
Lexington has just 25 years to achieve net zero emissions by avoiding the use of oil and plastic products and focusing on renewable energy.
June 12, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
Two people clinking glasses of bourbon together.
The history of National Bourbon Day
Grab a glass and some ice — this is a good story.
June 12, 2025
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Aayat Ali
A full moon rising over the Natural Bridge State Resort Park.
Tats, Tunes, and Intention Setting: 3 ways to celebrate Friday the 13th
Break a mirror, walk under a ladder, and pet that black cat, because we’ve got three charming ways to witness Friday the 13th — good luck only.
June 10, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
The Explorium's Healthy Me gallery with a massive model of a mouth.
Free Cutural Pass keeps kids engaged all summer long
Prevent your student’s summer slump with everything from live music to art classes, thanks to the free Cultural Pass from LexArts.
June 5, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
A packed audience at the Kenwick Table look on as a speaker stands at the microphone reading from a piece of paper.
Arts
Share your spirit at LEX’s 5 best open mics
From musical Mondays to teens trying trochees, these open mics will have you signing up for more in the Horse Capital of the World.
June 3, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks