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Events
Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Lexington in February
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
February 13, 2026 02:32 PM
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Alexis Baker
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History
A brief history of the Lexington Laundry Company building in downtown Lexington
Learn about the historic downtown Lexington Laundry Company’s building’s survival + revival into a thriving arts center.
November 30, 2022
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Molly Thompson
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Culture
A new film about a strange Kentucky story
A new film is being released about a story so strange, some might mistake it for folklore
November 29, 2022
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Aaron Mikel
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Celebrate the holidays at Traditional Bank’s Christmas at Mustard Seed Hill
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Culture
A thank you card to Lexington
We asked, and you answered. Here’s why community members are grateful for Lexington.
November 22, 2022
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Molly Thompson
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Culture
Here’s how we’re saying thank you
Our readers’ dedication + engagement allows us to do what we love, and we want to say thank you.
November 21, 2022
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Staff
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Business
Keeneland purchases historic Manchester Farm
One of Lexington’s most iconic farms has been purchased by Keeneland.
November 21, 2022
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Aaron Mikel
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What to look for when purchasing a historic home 🏡
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3 reasons to join the YMCA of Central Kentucky (for free this month)
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Arts
New Mural Art at DV8 Kitchen
Take a look at Lexington’s newest mural art — painted on the side of a locally-owned restaurant in the East End neighborhood.
November 17, 2022
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Aaron Mikel
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Small Business
Local teacher appreciation week specials
Hey teachers, treat yourself.
May 7, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A tan sign that says Davis Park with its address in front of a park with a playground, surrounded by a fence with acovered shelter.
Parks and Recreation
City cuts ribbon on the new Davis Park
Located near Oliver Lewis Way, this new park was designed + built thanks to feedback and input from the local community and surrounding neighborhood.
May 7, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Real Estate
Hot Homes: Elegant equestrian views
Opulance is an understatement when describing this 10- bedroom, 18-bathroom home on Paris Pike.
May 6, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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Answered: Readers’ favorite small businesses
We asked, you answered. Here are some of our readers’ favorite small businesses.
May 6, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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City
The Wellington Park Labyrinth
May 3, 2024
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Molly Thompson
People dressed in traditional clothing from different Asian countries.
Culture
Get HAAPI this Asian American + Pacific Islander Heritage Month
LEX Get HAAPI is spending the entire month of May celebrating, honoring, and educating Lexington about local AAPI communities.
May 2, 2024
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Aayat Ali
Two people stand in front of a sign that says "Coming soon....Kelley's Landing."
Travel and Outdoors
Kelley’s Landing breaks ground
Kentucky’s first public river park opens this fall.
May 2, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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Travel and Outdoors
Take an accessible hike on one of these trails in Lexington
These are four of our favorite local accessible trails that are wheelchair-friendly.
May 1, 2024
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Trevor Peters
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Real Estate
Hot Homes: Live like basketball royalty at 1732 Richmond Rd.
Welcome to BBN Cribs.
May 1, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Small Business
Here’s how you can support free, unbiased local journalism in Lexington
We fill your inbox with positive, impactful local news and events. Support our mission.
May 1, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt