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Work
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
A recap of Mayor Linda Gorton’s State of the City Address
January 24, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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City
The TRF Second Chances Farm at Blackburn Correctional Facility
You might want to grab some tissues for this one.
January 23, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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Development
New $5.65 million affordable housing complex in Hamburg
And there’s more coming this year.
January 20, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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City
Martin Luther King Celebrations return to downtown
Head to Central Bank Center to honor the legacy and vision of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
January 6, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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City
Par6 Social set to open February 27
Get a sneak peek at Lexington’s newest interactive entertainment destination.
January 3, 2023
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Molly Thompson
Tandy Park pavilion in downtown Lexington
City
Lexington named first city for Our Common Purpose project
Learn about how Lexington was chosen to help lead the way to strengthen American democracy.
December 12, 2022
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Molly Thompson
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City
Railbird announces lineup for 2023 music festival
Get a first look at what to expect + who you’ll hear at the 2023 Railbird Music Festival as makes plans for its new venue, Red Mile Racetrack.
December 6, 2022
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Molly Thompson
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Government
City departments in Lexington, KY
December 5, 2022
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Jessica Te
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Government
The future of the Town Branch Trail
Now that Lexington’s newest downtown greenway is completed, what’s next?
November 21, 2022
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Aaron Mikel
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City
Urban Service Boundary Updates
November 1, 2022
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Festivals
Best practices to have the best time at the Woodland Art Fair
Shop from nearly 200 artists at the annual Woodland Art Fair where you can also sip local beer, listen to live music, and enjoy plates from food trucks.
August 13, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A group of people on their bikes outside of Old Morrisson in Lexington.
City
Third annual Bike Walk Kentucky Summit returns to Transylvania University this weekend
Walk or pedal your way to Transy to learn more about + share your voice on all things bike and pedestrian friendliness in the state of Kentucky.
August 13, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A shot of the historical brick Ashland, The Henry Clay Estate.
Events
Fall events coming to Ashland, the Henry Clay Estate
As the weather begins cooling off, we’re exploring four events coming to one of the most historical properties in Lexington.
August 12, 2024
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Aayat Ali
A group of women sitting in chairs and couches at Joseph-Beth Booksellers quietly reading books.
Culture
Grab your book, buy a drink, and connect with fellow readers at Lexington’s Silent Book Clubs in Lexington
August 9, 2024
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Molly Thompson
Kids sitting at desks, with some raising their hands, as a teacher sits at the front of a classroom.
Education
Getting cool before back to school
Don’t let pop quizzes burst your bubble.
August 8, 2024
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Aayat Ali
A group of adults and children cutting the ribbon to a new playground at Gainesway Park
City
Support our local greenspaces through the new Adopt-A-Park program
If you love your local park, now you can be more involved in its future thanks to the new Adopt-A-Park program.
August 7, 2024
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Molly Thompson
An entrance that reads "The Fountains."
Development
What’s coming to Lexington: 2024 development updates
Everywhere you look, it seems like Lexington is growing. Here’s what projects are completed and the timeline for future developments.
August 6, 2024
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Aayat Ali
Two men sit behind a table smiling with artwork and flyers that read Marafiki Center.
City
Support fellow community members at the inaugural Lexington Black Philanthropy Week
In conjunction with Black Philanthropy Month, learn about the 26 Black-led organizations you can support during the inaugural Lexington Black Philanthropy Week.
August 5, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A group of people standing on the shore of water, half of them on landing, half of them sitting in kayaks.
Culture
Finding the intersection of art and activism at the Wild & Scenic Film Festival
This year’s festival takes place at the Farish Theater within Central Library on Friday, Aug. 30.
August 2, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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Culture
How to celebrate Summerween in Lexington
Yes, we still have over a month of summer left. Yes, we’re already scouring the shelves for all things orange.
August 2, 2024
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Aayat Ali