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City
Edelen Renewables proposes solar facility at former Haley Pike Landfill
If approved, 400 acres of brownfield land will be used to push sustainability forward in Lexington.
July 31, 2025 03:26 PM
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Haley Bartlett
The WayPoint Center in the middle of construction, where historical about Palmer Pharmacy lined the walls.
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
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
A gray hospital with lots of big windows, some brick accents and a flower beds surrounding.
Healthcare
New Baptist Health Hamburg Outpatient Medical Center opens next week
April 15, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A map of Lexington showing where the Legacy Business Park will be.
Development
$10 million in Congressionally Directed Spending will help bolster Legacy Business Park
The new business park will have 23 lots + create ~1,700 jobs once completed.
April 9, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A map of Hamburg Pavilion in Lexington with red stars
Government
$121 million in state funding proposed for Fayette County road work projects
If approved, safety improvements will take place to several roads in Lexington.
April 3, 2024
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Molly Thompson
Downtown Lexington's skyline overlooking the old courthouse.
Live
New and coming-soon businesses to Lexington
As Lexington continues to grow, we’re keeping an eye on upcoming developments and recently opened businesses.
March 27, 2024
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Staff
A map of Lexington, KY featuring roads around the hospital system with red lines denoting which ones will be closed for construction
Development
Road closures set to take place to prepare for construction of new UK Healthcare facility
February 23, 2024
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Molly Thompson
An indoor soccer facility with red, yellow, and white lines as well as two banners that say Lexington Sporting Club and A Club to Call your Own
Sports
Lexington Sporting Club 2024 season preview
Meet the new faces of the front office and coaching staff at Lexington Sporting Club and hear their thoughts on the upcoming 2024 season as well as stadium updates + more.
February 21, 2024
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Molly Thompson
The facade of the building with red brick and a round-shaped awning that will house The Melroy, a new dining club.
Development
Meet the private dining club coming to North Broadway
The Melroy aims to open at 144 N. Broadway this summer.
February 20, 2024
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Aayat Ali
A screenshot of a map marking where the new apartment complex will be located along Paris Pike.
Development
Meet the new apartment complex coming to Paris Pike
February 14, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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A person in a green hat stands next to a blue penguin and stares at a painting of a grassy hill in a gold frame on a white wall.
Play
13 museums in Lexington
Whether you’re a history buff, art aficionado, or sports fan, these 13 museums in Lexington have it all.
June 25, 2025
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Staff
Maysville, KY mural behind train tracks
Travel and Outdoors
All aboard: How to ride Amtrak from Lexington
Taking the train isn’t just for commuters — it’s also a method of leisure travel that’s growing in popularity.
June 23, 2025
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Brianna Williams
Two plates featuring avocado toast with lettuce + paprika with a coffee mug and orange juice from Beau's Cafe.
Live
Lexington’s best gluten-free restaurants
No matter why you’re avoiding it, you can find gluten-free restaurants throughout the Horse Capital of the World.
June 18, 2025
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Molly Thompson
Mayor Linda Gorton standing in front of a podium speaking
City
Council approves Mayor Gorton’s budget for fiscal year 2026
The approved budget includes a $300 million investment in public safety, as well as significant investments in city infrastructure.
June 17, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
The Tates Creek Community Center, a one story brick building with a green roof. On top of the roof are several large, dark solar panels.
City
Lexington to go net zero by 2050
Lexington has just 25 years to achieve net zero emissions by avoiding the use of oil and plastic products and focusing on renewable energy.
June 12, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
Two people clinking glasses of bourbon together.
The history of National Bourbon Day
Grab a glass and some ice — this is a good story.
June 12, 2025
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Aayat Ali
A full moon rising over the Natural Bridge State Resort Park.
Tats, Tunes, and Intention Setting: 3 ways to celebrate Friday the 13th
Break a mirror, walk under a ladder, and pet that black cat, because we’ve got three charming ways to witness Friday the 13th — good luck only.
June 10, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
The Explorium's Healthy Me gallery with a massive model of a mouth.
Free Cutural Pass keeps kids engaged all summer long
Prevent your student’s summer slump with everything from live music to art classes, thanks to the free Cultural Pass from LexArts.
June 5, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
A packed audience at the Kenwick Table look on as a speaker stands at the microphone reading from a piece of paper.
Arts
Share your spirit at LEX’s 5 best open mics
From musical Mondays to teens trying trochees, these open mics will have you signing up for more in the Horse Capital of the World.
June 3, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
1775 Mooreland Hot Homes Lakewood Great Room Book Case Bookshelves
Real Estate
Hot Homes: This Lakewood estate says “let’s play”
Fresh on the market, this house combines elegance, comfort, and a sense of fun into one lucky Lakewood, Lexington home.
June 2, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks