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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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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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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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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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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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Development
Triangle Center sold to new developers
A piece of prime real estate in downtown Lexington was just recently sold to new developers.
November 15, 2022
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Aaron Mikel
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Culture
The History of Big Lex
November 15, 2022
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Tourism and Hospitality
Lexington spots listed on Conde Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards Survey
See who made the big list, then let us know your top picks in our very own LEXtoday Readers’ Choice Survey.
May 15, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Culture
Canoeing and kayaking near Lexington
Whatever floats your boat, we’ve got a roundup for the best canoeing and kayaking spots in the area.
May 14, 2024
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Aaron Mikel
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Travel and Outdoors
Your guide to U-pick farms in Central Kentucky
It’s a berry good time to get locally grown strawberries. Plus, before you know it you can get blueberries + raspberries.
May 13, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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History
Meet the new Marksbury family WayPoint Center
The new resource center in the East End is opening in the historical Palmer Pharmacy.
May 10, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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Culture
Treat your mother to quality time with Mother’s Day experiences in Lexington
We’ve planned a day of great eats, relaxation, and activities your mom will adore — almost as much as they adore you.
May 9, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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City
Where to take graduation photos around Lexington
Do it for the ‘gram.
May 8, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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Small Business
Local teacher appreciation week specials
Hey teachers, treat yourself.
May 7, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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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