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Food
Where to find Thanksgiving dinner in Lexington
Our favorite dine-in and carry-out options for Thanksgiving dinner in Lexington this year, plus local ingredients.
November 10, 2025 12:10 PM
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Molly Thompson
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Why financial planning meetings and the holidays go hand in hand
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Business
Kentucky exported $40B in goods in 2023
The record-breaking number is supported with additional funding to the STEP program to help local businesses enter the global market.
October 28, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Knights in armor battling in a field as crews hold cameras and mics.
Entertainment
FilmLEX introduced to bring more entertainment projects to Lexington
The initiative offers financial incentives to encourage production studios to use Lexington and its talent pool for projects.
October 17, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A rack of sweaters for sale at Vintage Therapy.
Weather
Sweater weather has arrived in Lexington
Get ready for the fall chill by finding a new sweater, or grab the materials at a local shop to make your own.
October 17, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A crowd of people standing and cheering on a horse race at Keeneland in Lexington, KY
City
By the numbers: $1.6+ billion economic impact of Keeneland
See how the Thoroughbred sales, race season, special events, and more add up to a major financial contributor to the Lexington economy.
October 10, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A city area flooded with water coming up to the roof tops.
City
Local businesses helping to support hurricane relief efforts
As nearby states are assessing damage done by Hurricane Helene, local businesses and organizations are hosting drives + donating a portion of sales to support relief efforts.
October 5, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A tailgate set up with glasses, trays of bitesized snacks + bourbon
Small Business
A picture perfect local tailgate at Keeneland
Win the best tailgate, place your bets, and show off your hosting skills.
October 3, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Is your small business ready for the holiday rush?
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How this Lexington institution invests in our community
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How American Trust Wealth makes investing as smooth as your favorite bourbon
American Trust Wealth’s bourbon-infused guide to investing draws parallels between the worlds of bourbon + wealth management.
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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
1775 Mooreland Hot Homes Lakewood Great Room Book Case Bookshelves
Real Estate
Hot Homes: This Lakewood estate says “let’s play”
Fresh on the market, this house combines elegance, comfort, and a sense of fun into one lucky Lakewood, Lexington home.
June 2, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
Six pot-bellied pigs race on a turf track at the Blue Grass Fair in Lexington, KY.
Festivals
3 must-dos for the Bluegrass Fair
Whether you’re looking for food that’s fried, an extreme ride, or something you’ve never tried — this is your guide.
June 2, 2025
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Brent Schanding
Two people hike along one of the Red River Gorge's many trails.
Play
Hiking and nature walk guide for Lexington
These 10 hiking trails cater to all skill levels in and around town.
May 29, 2025
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Staff
Carnegie Center for Literacy & Learning sign
Arts
LEX get lit(erary) during Lexington Poetry Month
Celebrate Lexington Poetry Month this June by registering for the LexPoMo Challenge and writing your name in the history poetry books
May 27, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
East High Street Pilot Area
Pedestrian safety pilot program comes to High Street
One of Lexington’s busiest intersections is getting a face lift in an attempt to increase pedestrian safety and boost neighborhood foot traffic.
May 27, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
A large pirate ship featuring tentacles, star fish, and other water features.
Travel and Outdoors
Public pools to keep you cool in Lexington
To make those hot days a little more bearable, we’ve rounded up some spots to beat the heat.
May 23, 2025
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Staff
A cicada insect rests on someone's hand.
Culture
What the cicadas missed since their last visit to LEX in 2008
After 17 years the bugs are back + Lexington is a whole lot different these days.
May 23, 2025
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Brent Schanding
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Food
3 ways to mark International Pickle Week in Lexington
Whether you’re looking to treat yourself by ordering a pickle dish at a restaurant, buy a jar of local pickles from the store, or make your own pickled dish at home — we’ve got your cravings covered.
May 22, 2025
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Brent Schanding
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Culture
What to know about the Kentucky Beer Cheese Festival
The one-of-a-kind event returns June 14 to downtown Winchester and is set to include a few “firsts” for its 2025 line-up.
May 21, 2025
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Brent Schanding