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The top industries and employers in the Lexington metro area
Learn about the biggest industries and employers in the Lexington metro area with this guide to local business.
August 25, 2025 01:00 PM
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Staff
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City
Where to take graduation photos around Lexington
Do it for the ‘gram.
May 8, 2024
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Aayat Ali
A tan sign that says Davis Park with its address in front of a park with a playground, surrounded by a fence with acovered shelter.
Parks and Recreation
City cuts ribbon on the new Davis Park
Located near Oliver Lewis Way, this new park was designed + built thanks to feedback and input from the local community and surrounding neighborhood.
May 7, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A sign that says Wellington Park Labyrinth in front of a labyrinth.
City
The Wellington Park Labyrinth
May 3, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Culture
Get HAAPI this Asian American + Pacific Islander Heritage Month
LEX Get HAAPI is spending the entire month of May celebrating, honoring, and educating Lexington about local AAPI communities.
May 2, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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Volunteer
Lexington Humane Society’s Check Me Out program enriches both dogs and the community
April 30, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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Meet author and historian H.W. Brands
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Gear up for Lexington’s third annual Bike Month celebration
And don’t miss the marquee event, StreetFest, on Saturday, May 11.
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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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Parks and Recreation
Celebrate Raven Run’s soundscapes this Earth Day
Lexington Parks & Recreation is helping bring Raven Run’s nature sounds to your home.
April 16, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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Business
Remote working in Lexington
April 11, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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The exterior of the former courthouse with the city's sign in front on a snowy day in January 2025.
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Becoming a new Lexingtonian is easy with our LEX 101 guide.
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The Square in downtown Lexington at night with cars driving fast.
25 questions for 2025
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Kid-friendly activities around Lexington
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Three Lexingtonians walk down a brick sidewalk in front of a bright blue house, flying the LGBTQ+ equality flag.
Bloomberg blesses Lexington with spot on 25 best places list
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