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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Sports
Lexington is one of the top sports cities
See how our city scored.
January 5, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Culture
23 questions for 2023 in Lexington, KY
For the new year, we’re asking readers to submit their top questions about Lexington, KY for us to answer.
January 3, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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Culture
Meet your New Year’s resolutions in Lexington, KY
The biggest step in completing your New Year’s resolution? Show up.
December 20, 2022
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Culture
Recipe: Chef Tonya Mays’ chocolate chip pecan pie
There’s no better way to kick off the holiday season than with Chef Tonya Mays’ dish. Happy cooking.
December 20, 2022
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Molly Thompson
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Culture
Upcoming winter holidays
Have a joyous, merry, happy holiday
December 16, 2022
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Dayten Rose
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Culture
Stocking up on Lexington goods
From hats to hoodies, here’s where to get some of the best Lexington swag.
December 15, 2022
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Vagney Hampshire
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Culture
7 beautiful bathrooms in Lexington, KY
Excuse yourself from the table and bask in the beautiful glow of Lexington’s picture-worthy potties.
December 14, 2022
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Molly Thompson
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Culture
7 Lexington-themed table topics for the holiday season
Sick of rotating through conversations about politics, religion, and your relationship status? Introduce these niche and fascinating topics at your next holiday meal.
December 13, 2022
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Laura Hackett
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Arts
“Home Alone” in Lexington
December 13, 2022
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Retail
Shipping deadlines for Christmas
Here’s how to ensure your presents will make it on time... without Santa’s help.
December 12, 2022
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Culture
Beat the heat (and the rain) with six indoor summer activities in Lexington
Tired of the rain? Melting in the heat? Find refuge indoors with books, axes, skates, pottery, and more.
June 6, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Tourism and Hospitality
Lexington tourism rakes in $1.6 billion for 2023
The Kentucky Department of Tourism recognized Lexington for a record-breaking year last year.
June 5, 2024
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Aayat Ali
A panel of speakers on stage with a sign that says "SoulFeast Week."
Culture
Commemorating Juneteenth in Lexington
Celebrate and learn about the history of Juneteenth with events running from Friday, June 14 to Sunday, June 25.
June 5, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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Culture
Wise Bird Cider + Burl Brew announce can releases
Cheers to summer. Now you can enjoy even more of your favorite local brews wherever the season takes you.
June 4, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Culture
Pride events around Lexington
From concerts + parades, Pride brings months of festivities to Lexington in 2024.
June 3, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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Food
How to celebrate National Donut Day in Lexington
Do-nut panic.
May 31, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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Retail
Father’s Day Gift Guide: Presents for the father figure in your life
Our Father’s Day Gift Guide will help you find the perfect gift this year.
May 30, 2024
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Staff
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City
Lexington vs. Louisville: A sibling rivalry for the ages
In honor of Kentucky’s birthday, we wanted to dive into the Bluegrass state’s most decorated cities.
May 30, 2024
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Aaron Mikel
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City
Three free parking lots you might not know about in the Distillery District
May 29, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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City
Cultural Pass: Your ticket to free summer fun
LexArts is giving local students the opportunity to experience 30+ local events and venues for a summer filled with learning and fun.
May 29, 2024
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Molly Thompson