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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 22, 2026 01:27 PM
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3 reasons young investors should have a financial planner on their team
While online resources can play a helpful role in financial education, it’s not the only thing young investors should rely on.
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Small Business
Your guide to Lexington Coffee Week
To bean or not to bean.
May 4, 2023
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Aayat Ali
A Wealth Management Disclosure provided by Central Bank Wealth Management
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Alignment Testing
The local experts debunk three myths about wealth management.
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4 things to love about Shady Rays’s Tangle Free Aviators
The future of sunglasses is so bright we need — well, sunglasses.
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Business
Big name companies with Lexington roots
Add these fun facts to your next dinner party conversation starters.
April 7, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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Why tax planning should be part of your financial plan
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Finance
How to keep your car costs down in Lexington
Average yearly car costs hit a new high in 2022 — here’s how to invest smartly.
March 27, 2023
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Sarah Leonhardt
A clip of the renderings for Blue Run Spirits' new distillery in Georgetown, KY.
Development
Sneak peek: A first look at the $51 million distillery coming to Georgetown
Excuse us while we pick our jaws up off the floor.
March 22, 2023
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Molly Thompson
Breeders’ Cup President and CEO Drew Fleming speaking on a stage downtown Lexington, KY
City
Making money moves: 2022 Breeders’ Cup brings $81.8 million to Lexington
We’re taking a deeper dive into the big numbers from our weekend hosting the world championship of horse racing.
March 20, 2023
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Molly Thompson
Palmetto Moon sales reps standing with the Spin to Win wheel.
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Kentucky’s first Palmetto Moon is coming to Lexington
Celebrate the opening of this new retailer coming to Fayette Mall.
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Hear a joyful noise with 250Lex’s April celebration
From librettos to literature, 250Lex celebrates music, literature, and the spoken word all month long.
March 25, 2025
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Molly Thompson
Blooming yellow wildflowers can be found across Lexington parks.
Travel and Outdoors
Soak up the sun with spring flower walks
We’re all going frolicking.
March 25, 2025
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Aayat Ali
A three story, red brick mansion surrounded by green trees, bushes, and grass.
Real Estate
Mansion Monday: Historic charm meets modern convenience
Take a trip inside this Richardsonian Romanesque Mansion Monday pick in the heart of Lexington’s Northside neighborhood.
March 23, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
A rendering of a new apartment complex with tan brick and white patios and accents, and ample parking.
Development
A new 280-unit multifamily apartment community coming to Lexington
We’re refreshing your memory on real estate developments of the past + sharing details about a new apartment community coming to Citation Boulevard.
March 20, 2025
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Molly Thompson
Blue sky with clouds and a big open field with a path.
City
Celebrate Earth Hour with 8 events around Lexington
The City of Lexington is celebrating Earth Hour Saturday, March 22 with 8 events including bike rides, hikes, and community clean ups.
March 20, 2025
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Molly Thompson
Five Kentucky Colonels posing for a picture inside of DV8 Kitchen's bakery, surrounded by baking equipment and fresh baked goods. One of the Colonels is using a wheelchair.
How to become a Kentucky Colonel
Everything you need to know about joining the Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels.
March 19, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
A Lextran bus waiting to pick up passengers from the station with the Abe Lincoln mural in the background.
City
Upgrades + updates coming to Lextran’s downtown terminal
Planned renovations will make it easier, safer, and more comfortable as you wait for your ride on Lextran’s 25 fixed routes.
March 18, 2025
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Molly Thompson
A green plastic composting bin hanging from a garden fence. In the background are several empty garden beds, waiting for plants.
Home Services
Lex composts: Get the dirt on going green
The Lexington Composter sale has everything you need to celebrate World Recycling Day and build sustainability in your home.
March 17, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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Culture
Meet Lexington’s sister city County Kildare, Ireland
Learn about the similarities and connections between Lexington + its sister city County Kildare, Ireland.
March 14, 2025
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Molly Thompson
weaving a God's Eye wall hanging at the kids craft tent.
Arts
5 ways to get crafty in LEX this National Children’s Craft Day
National Children’s Craft Day is an opportunity for parents, teachers + guardians to celebrate young people with creativity and self-expression.
March 13, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks