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🍂 3 fall events you autumn have on your radar
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City Editor Aayat’s top 5 favorite stories
Alexa, play “I Will Remember You” by Sarah McLachlan.
September 27, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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Events
Everything you need to know about Festival Latino de Lexington
The annual Latin festival returns to Robert F. Stephens this weekend for two days of fun, music, food, and celebration.
September 25, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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Culture
No tricks, all treats: Get in the Halloween spirit with fun + freaky flicks around town
Outdoor movies + brewery big screens are helping you get in the Halloween spirit with themed movie nights in October.
September 24, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Culture
Three favorite stories for three years of LEXtoday
As we celebrate three years of sharing hyper-local + positive stories, we’re taking a look back at some of our favorites.
September 20, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Amazing Airbnb and Vrbo rentals around Lexington
Check out some of the coolest, most unique Airbnb and Vrbo rentals around Lexington and plan for your next adventure or staycation.
September 19, 2024
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Trevor Peters
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Events
The Twelve Lions Film Festival makes a home for Lexington cinephiles
The festival, which runs from Thursday, Sept. 26 to Sunday, Sept. 29, will feature Q&As with filmmakers, panel discussions, and workshops for aspiring movie buffs.
September 19, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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Culture
Woodland Skate Park celebrates 25 years of hosting flips, tricks, and joy in Lexington
Kick, push, kick, push, coast.
September 18, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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This walkable art exhibit lets you explore Cincinnati in a new light
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Culture
Movies filmed in Kentucky: Our pine to be the next Hollywood of the South
You may have noticed that we live in a pretty gorgeous state — so gorgeous it’s served as the backdrop for dozens of films.
September 13, 2024
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Aaron Mikel
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Arts
REIMAGINE Project makes its annual return
This fundraiser from Arts Connect sees the artwork of dozens of students reimagined into unique pieces by local artists.
September 12, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Books written by authors with ties to Lexington
Whether you’re looking for your next leisure read, a book for the whole family, or a thrilling novel, we’ve got a list of books written by local authors in Lexington, Kentucky.
March 2, 2025
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Staff
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Lexington’s most iconic landmarks
Consider these our Hollywood signs.
March 1, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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History
“Somewhere on Google Maps” in Lexington
We’re testing out this internet trend in our very own Horse Capital of the World.
February 28, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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Government
The urban county council wants to engage with you
The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council has launched a new platform that helps the public make their voices heard.
February 27, 2025
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Aayat Ali
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City
Explore history with VisitLex’s African American Heritage Tour
Enjoy a free, self-paced walking exploration of Lexington’s history thanks to the African American Heritage Tour by VisitLex.
February 26, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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Sports
Lexington to play host to 5 major sporting events this year
From basketballers to tennis pros, athletes will converge on the Horse Capital of the World to compete with the best of the best.
February 26, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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Arts
Become a part of The Lyric’s song
Add a brick to the Wall and Walk of Honor and join The Lyric Theatre & Cultural Arts Center’s long history of supporting the arts in Lexington.
February 25, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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Get to know your LEXtoday City Editors, Molly + Sam
Meet the two gurus behind LEXtoday and get pro tips for living large in Lexington straight from the horse’s mouth.
February 25, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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Travel and Outdoors
Winter gardening tips for Lexington, KY
How to prepare your garden and what to plant in the winter months.
February 24, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
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We’re celebrating Small Business Week, here’s how to join us
Join us at LEXtoday in celebrating the heart of our community, small businesses.
February 24, 2025
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Kristen Templeton