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An aerial shot of Lexington.
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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Town Branch Commons wins national award
July 21, 2022
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Molly Thompson
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Food
Hidden gem strip mall restaurants in Lexington, Kentucky
July 20, 2022
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Aaron Mikel
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City
An explanation karst topography and how it affects Lexington, KY
July 18, 2022
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Aaron Mikel
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Culture
Q+A with Wesley Saylor, a Lexington-based artist and songwriter
July 14, 2022
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Aaron Mikel
Ada Limón | Photo by Library of Congress
City
Ada Limón named 24th US Poet Laureate
July 12, 2022
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Aaron Mikel
The sister cities sign outside of the Bluegrass Airport
City
Visiting one of Lexington’s sister cities
July 12, 2022
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LEXtoday Intern
Clay Ave. in Lexington
City
Reintroducing: LEXtoday’s Neighborhood Guide
July 11, 2022
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Molly Thompson
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City
The results of Lexington’s civic artist in residency program
July 8, 2022
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Aaron Mikel
a steamboat
History
The invention of the steamboat and Lexington, KY
July 6, 2022
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Aaron Mikel
a nature landscape
Culture
Six state parks within a 60-minute drive of Lexington
July 1, 2022
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Aaron Mikel
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Food
2024 Lexington Restaurant Week Preview
Get ready to dig into delicious meal deals from area restaurants.
July 17, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Sports
Dreaming of gold: Olympians with ties to Lexington competing in the Paris 2024 Olympics
Lexington is well represented on the world stage at the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics — these are some locals to watch.
July 16, 2024
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The Manchester's lobby with green velvet chairs, blue velvet and floral couches, a navy tiled bar, and arch-like ceilings.
Culture
Bingo, music, and movies oh my — there’s so much to do at The Manchester
From monthly acoustic brunches + twice-a-week bourbon tastings, there’s no shortage of fun happenings at this Distillery District hot spot.
July 16, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A roof covered in solar panels.
City
Lexington is getting Solarized
The city is encouraging homeowners and property owners to take the next step in renewable and sustainable energy sources by applying for Solarize Lexington.
July 15, 2024
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Aayat Ali
Wise Bird Cider's frozen ciderita slush with a lime garnish and a glass of pink frozen rose.
Food
Raise a glass — Drink Up Week is coming
We’ve got details and a map full of drink deals: We’ll be highlighting the vibrant beverage scene across Lexington, KY from July 22 to July 26, 2024.
July 12, 2024
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Monica Garske
Memorial Coliseum — a tall stone building on UK's campus
Sports
Inside the $82 million Memorial Coliseum renovations
Learn about the changes coming to UK’s historic venue.
July 12, 2024
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Molly Thompson
An aerial drone photo of a neighborhood, a highway, a lake, and the sunset behind clouds
Development
Decode the code: Residential zones
With the incoming Urban Service Boundary public hearing, we want to break down some basics of city codes that cover residential developments.
July 11, 2024
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Aayat Ali
People sitting on a lawn and on yoga mats, stretching their arms up in a yoga pose.
Fitness
Community yoga options around Lexington
Sometimes, it helps to find your flow outside of the yoga studio.
July 11, 2024
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Aayat Ali
An aerial drone photo of a neighborhood, a highway, a lake, and the sunset behind clouds
City
Public input session announced for Urban Service Boundary expansion
The community is invited to share their thoughts on the draft plans for the Urban Service Boundary expansion, which will allow for more growth on 2,800 acres in Fayette County.
July 10, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A set of eight overflowing bouquets from In Bloom Flower Farm with hot pink, orange, purple, and light pink blooms.
Culture
Flower farms and subscriptions near Lexington, KY
You can buy yourself flowers, and support local at the same time.
July 10, 2024
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Molly Thompson