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The Greenery holiday drink
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Where to find the best hot chocolate in Lexington
Three of the top local spots serving up the season’s favorite treat.
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City
Council approves Mayor Gorton’s budget for fiscal year 2026
The approved budget includes a $300 million investment in public safety, as well as significant investments in city infrastructure.
June 17, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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City
Lexington to go net zero by 2050
Lexington has just 25 years to achieve net zero emissions by avoiding the use of oil and plastic products and focusing on renewable energy.
June 12, 2025
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Truck-a-Palooza in Lexington, KY.
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Get to know Lexington’s trucks + teams this weekend
Join a fun-filled day with the trucks and workers who make Lexington thrive at Truck-a-Palooza.
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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
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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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Travel and Outdoors
Gatton Park on the Town Branch is finally (almost) ready
Lexingtonians are ready and raring to experience this long-awaited outdoor oasis of culture and community, starting August 2025.
May 19, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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Culture
Your guide to live outdoor music in Lexington
Grab the chairs and blankets for a fun summer night of music under the stars.
May 16, 2025
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Green Check certified businessses in Lexington, KY.
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Cheers to a sustainable summer in the Horse Capital of the World
Make your summer gatherings greener by shopping local and supporting sustainable Lexington businesses.
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