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The inside of a restaurant featuring earthy green flooring and velvet blue seats
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
8 bottles of Game of Thrones Scotch
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a pumpkin on a sidewalk
Culture
Jack-o-lanterns needed at McConnell Springs
The community is invited to carve, donate + display their jack-o-lanters at McConnell Springs park.
October 4, 2022
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Aaron Mikel
a rendering of a building
Government
FCPS Career and Technical Education rendering
Take a look at this new rendering that shows the initial design of Fayette County Public School’s Career and Technical Education building.
September 30, 2022
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Aaron Mikel
a rendering of Rupp Arena
Culture
Get to know EOP Architects
We’re taking a look at the work of EOP Architects — a Lexington-based firm that has several notable designs across the city.
September 30, 2022
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Aaron Mikel
WealthSouth Financial Advisors William Howell + Tim Yessin sit at a table.
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Top 5 questions you should ask a financial advisor
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Close-up of a woman working on a sewing machine
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Get creative at the library’s reimagined Makerspace 🖌️
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football players in a huddle
Sports
UK vs. Ole Miss
UK has a big game on the road against Ole Miss — here’s what you need to know.
September 28, 2022
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Aaron Mikel
lex-berea-great-escape
Great Escapes
Great Escapes: Our Guide to Berea, Kentucky
Planning a getaway? Check out Berea, Kentucky, a hidden gem mountain town nestled between the Bluegrass region of Kentucky and the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains.
September 28, 2022
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Aaron Mikel
lex-team-photo
Culture
Celebrate LEXtoday’s first birthday
The LEXtoday team has been bringing you the best positive, hyper-local news for a full year now — let’s celebrate.
September 26, 2022
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Aaron Mikel
Closeup of an IV drip
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Four sunflowers in a sunflower field.
City
Shining a light on hidden disabilities
The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program helps people identify their conditions that may not be noticeable.
March 21, 2024
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Aayat Ali
A shaded path surrounded by trees and low-lying plants
City
Lexington launches new initiative to increase tree canopy
Lex grow some trees, y’all.
March 20, 2024
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Molly Thompson
Lexington, Kentucky's skyline with a sunset of blues, reds, and oranges
What affordable housing means in Lexington
Get answers to these frequently asked questions about affordable housing options and qualifications in Lexington.
March 19, 2024
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Aayat Ali
An intersection with cones going down the middle and detour signs, construction machinery, and piles of rocks.
City
Breaking down upcoming sewer line repairs
The city provides an update about ongoing sewage repairs that aim to keep our waterways clean.
March 19, 2024
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Aayat Ali
A person in a blue kayak
Travel and Outdoors
Celebrate Water Week in Lexington
Help celebrate Kentucky’s 90,000 miles of surface waterways.
March 18, 2024
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Dayten Rose
A red brick condo with a red brick driveway and wood panel garage door
Real Estate
Hot Homes: Three townhouses under $400,000
March 18, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A reflection of the Big Blue Building + Lexington Marriott in the windows of City Center windows
City
Reflecting on the sounds of downtown
“Surface Reflections” offers a moment of serenity, and serves as a reminder to respect our waterways.
March 15, 2024
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Aayat Ali
Bourbon barrels in front of a rick house.
Work
Made in Lexington: 13 things created in and around LEX
From brands to artists, Lexington’s business scene is truly inspired.
March 15, 2024
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Monica Garske
A stack of books on a wooden porch swing.
Education
How to submit to our 2024 poetry contest
It’s National Poetry Month, and our readers are invited to submit original poems in a special LEXtoday contest.
March 14, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
A group of men standing with arms around each other surrounded my musical instruments
Culture
Meet GreenRoom Exchange
GreenRoom Exchange aims to bring cultures and communities together by hosting international musical acts locally in Lexington.
March 12, 2024
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Molly Thompson