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A greener way to grab your coffee (and help our community)
Bring your reusable cup to participating local coffee shops and earn discounts while reducing waste and microplastics.
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A view of the Blue Hole at McConnell Springs.
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Empower Lexington wants your input
Make your voice heard as Lexington looks to revamp this sustainability plan.
July 7, 2023
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Aayat Ali
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Education
Understanding Fayette County School’s District Facility Plan
Learn when new school construction, renovations, and maintenance projects are expected to be rolled out.
July 5, 2023
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Aayat Ali
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3 can’t-miss summer reading events happening in July
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You’re invited to the OLLI Open House
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Parks and Recreation
Town Branch Project reaches $39 million Phase I funding goal
June 22, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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City
City council approves $507 million budget, the largest in Lexington history
Learn about the latest votes from the city council, including a breakdown of the historic $507 million budget + Urban Service Boundary expansion.
June 16, 2023
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Molly Thompson
A commemorative Juneteenth flag flying in downtown Lexington.
City
Remembering Fayette County’s historical hamlets
Learn about and share your stories on Fayette County’s 20+ historical hamlets.
June 14, 2023
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Molly Thompson
An old stereograph of the profile of a man standing.
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A rare piece of history returns home to Ashland, the Henry Clay Estate
June 12, 2023
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Molly Thompson
LEX Fayette County Public Schools District Office
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Fayette County Public Schools introduces historic $677.4 million budget
The money will support hiring new staff, increasing salaries, purchasing new equipment, and upgrading transportation within Fayette County Public Schools.
May 23, 2023
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Molly Thompson
Playground structures at Duncan Park.
Volunteer
Really Really Free Market returns for the 2023 season
Support the community while reducing unnecessary waste.
May 22, 2023
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Aayat Ali
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October 2, 2024
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September 30, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Culture
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Aayat Ali
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Decode the code: Business zones
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Rupp Arena to feature state-of-the-art interactive floor during Big Blue Madness
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