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Street art outside of Cup of Commonwealth.
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Birthday freebies around Lexington
It’s your party and you can get free things if you want to.
September 08, 2025 03:01 PM
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Aayat Ali
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Here’s your sign to head downtown on Thursday night
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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
A man and woman sit on rocking chairs together.
Culture
What Harry Dean Stanton means to Lexington
Learn about the legacy of the “Paris, Texas” actor and how he’s impacted Lexington.
July 9, 2024
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Aayat Ali
The outside of a coffee shop covered in art.
Culture
Eat + drink your way through National Parks & Recreation Month
Treat yo’self with these exclusive releases in collaboration with local businesses.
July 2, 2024
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Aayat Ali
Two people embracing with fireworks in the background.
Culture
Where to watch fireworks and celebrate the Fourth of July
Check out these seven must-do Fourth of July events taking place in Lexington.
July 2, 2024
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Emily Shea-Owen
The outside of an empty restaurant.
Food
Your next international voyage: West Short Street
Say hello to downtown’s newest eatery: 3TEN.
July 2, 2024
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Aayat Ali
Brown entrance sign surrounded by trees reading "Mammoth Cave National Park" in white letters.
Travel and Outdoors
How to plan an event in a national park
From getting a permit to catering, we’ve got the details on how to plan a wedding, family reunion, or special occasion in a national park.
July 1, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
Lexington's city skyline with a search bar reading "Lexington 1999"
Culture
Lexington’s 1999 time capsule
What was Lexington like at the turn of the millennium? We took a look back at the final year of the 20th century to see what life was like pre-Y2K.
June 26, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A man and woman standing in front of a row of pinball machines
Culture
3 barcades in Lexington
Grab your player two and check out where you can grab a drink + beat the Ms. Pac-Man high score.
June 25, 2024
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Aayat Ali
Men and women running a race
Culture
Hit the pavement at these upcoming races in and around Lexington
June 20, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Wet your whistle this Dry January
Our recommendations make abstaining from alcohol anything but sober, with everything from fresh fruit juices to mouthwatering mocktails
January 8, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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KY Real ID deadline approaches
Whether you are ready for a renewal or not, this spring Kentuckians hoping to board domestic flights will require the new Real ID
January 8, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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Culture
Listen + learn from fellow community members in these Lexington-based podcasts
From meditation and real estate development, to paranormal chats and small business support, Lexington’s podcast scene is jam-packed with entertainment and education.
January 7, 2025
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Molly Thompson
Two houses in downtown Lexington, one pink and one blue. It is snowing and there are a few inches of accumulation on the ground.
Beating winter storm Blair’s snowy blues
Updates on city services and safety tips as winter storm Blair continues
January 6, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
The inside of the library, with an orange couch, stairs to the second floor, and multiple shelves with books.
Education
Snow day saviors from Lexington Public Library
Lexington Public Library offers a wide range of mobile apps designed to help students and readers make it through the snowiest of days
January 6, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
The exterior of the former courthouse with the city's sign in front on a snowy day in January 2025.
City
Get prepared for Kentucky weather with Be Ready, Lexington
Lexington’s emergency management website features every resource needed to stay prepared for severe and unpredictable weather.
January 5, 2025
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Aayat Ali
A view of the Lexington skyline as the sun sets.
Live
Lexingtonian 101: our guide to becoming a Lexington resident
Becoming a new Lexingtonian is easy with our LEX 101 guide.
January 2, 2025
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Staff
The Square in downtown Lexington at night with cars driving fast.
25 questions for 2025
We want to hear from readers — what 25 questions do you have for LEXtoday to answer in the new year?
December 19, 2024
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Samuel Collins Hicks
A child paints a canvas hanging on a wall.
Play
Kid-friendly activities around Lexington
We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that Lexington, KY has to offer — complete with art classes, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.
December 18, 2024
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Aayat Ali
Three Lexingtonians walk down a brick sidewalk in front of a bright blue house, flying the LGBTQ+ equality flag.
Bloomberg blesses Lexington with spot on 25 best places list
The exclusive list from the business news giant puts Lexington among the world’s best places including San Diego, Rome, and Bangkok
December 17, 2024