Culture

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Food
Turning up the heat: Lexington chef Sam Fore competes on Food Network
The James Beard finalist is bringing her Sri Lankan-inspired cooking to national television while celebrating 10 years of Tuk Tuk Snack Shop with limited Saturday pop-ups in Lexington.
April 20, 2026 01:04 PM
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Gwenda Bond
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Food
Dig in: Upcoming food and drink festivals, events + themed weeks
March 30, 2023
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Molly Thompson
Sam Fore leaning against a door.
City
Local chef gets national braise
Lexington’s very own Sam Fore is a James Beard Award finalist.
March 29, 2023
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Aayat Ali
Tamara Schneider and Leigh Jordan in front of a Live from Chevy Chase logo.
Culture
Wake up, Chevy Chase
Get in losers, we’re going shopping.
March 23, 2023
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Aayat Ali
The night sky with visible bands of the Milky Way.
Travel and Outdoors
Celebrate International Dark Sky Week
Protect the night by taking some simple actions Saturday, April 15-Saturday, April 22
March 22, 2023
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Dayten Rose
Terry Hicks speaking during the grant announcement.
Creating a brighter community through activism
How the city is supporting and keeping youth safe.
March 15, 2023
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Aayat Ali
A men's hoodie in black with a basketball and UK logo, and a blue and gray fuzzy bear suit for a baby.
Sports
Shop our favorite Kentucky Wildcats gear
Cheer on the Wildcats with tees, sweatshirts, hats, and the cutest baby items that show your school pride.
March 9, 2023
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Sarah Leonhardt
A worn white ball with curved stitching like a baseball lies on a pitch of sunny grass.
Travel and Outdoors
Catch the Gaelic game of hurling in Lexington, KY
We’re breaking down the Irish sport of hurling including its rules and where you can catch a game.
March 7, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Travel and Outdoors
Spring equinox in Lexington, KY
Participate in a community event or clean up your humble abode in honor of the astronomical transition from winter to spring.
March 6, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Food
LEXtoday Brewery Bracket
Cheers to local beers, help us crown Lexington’s best brewery in our friendly March Madness competition.
March 6, 2023
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Molly Thompson
A video featuring photos of a Night Kitty Karaoke Bar
Business
Night Kitty Karaoke to open mid-March
With seven private rooms, there’s no excuse to get out and have some fun.
March 2, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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The corner of a street featuring an old building surrounded by a truck and fenced off.
Real Estate
Be the Broker: What do you want to see go in at North Upper Street?
The corner of West Short and North Upper Streets is getting a much-needed renovation.
July 19, 2024
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Aayat Ali
A light green drink with a lime and graham cracker crumble garnish.
Food
Toast of the town: Drink Up Week has arrived
This week — Monday, July 22-Friday, July 26, 2024 — we’re shining a spotlight on the vibrant drink scene in Lexington.
July 19, 2024
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Monica Garske
A woman nose to nose with a little foal along a fenceline.
Culture
Say hay to horses, monkeys, and more with these animal encounters in + around Lexington
July 18, 2024
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Molly Thompson
a group of adult men playing basketball at a park outside with lots of fans watching
Sports
Super Sunday Dirt Bowl Basketball returns this weekend
Head to Douglass Park this Sunday, July 21 to watch this headline-making historic adult basketball league show off their skills.
July 18, 2024
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Molly Thompson
Downtown Lexington with curly street lamps and the big blue building
Live
Cost of living in Lexington
We’ve broken down the cost of living in Lexington, KY, comparing it to other states and the US national average.
July 17, 2024
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Staff
Two plates with fries, dipping sauces, fried green tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella slices
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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Staff
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