• Brad White, former UK football defensive coordinator, $1.7 million
• Dr. Robert DiPaola, provost and co-executive vice president for health affairs, $1.48 million
• Mitch Barnhart, athletics director, $1.43 million
  

• Martin Luther King Jr. Basketball Clinic | Wednesday, Jan. 10 | 6-7:30 p.m. | William Wells Brown Community Center, 548 E. Sixth St., Lexington | Free | Kids will love learning how to dribble, pass, and swish, followed by art projects in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
• Jason Carter | Wednesday, Jan. 10 | 8 p.m. | The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd., Lexington | $20-$24 | See the Grammy-winning, Kentucky fiddle player as he shows what Bluegrass music is all about.

• Cousins Maine Lobster | Thursday, Jan. 11 | 4-10 p.m. | Pivot Brewing, 1400 Deleware Ave., Lexington | Free | Come try the Shark Tank-featured eatery as they pop up to dish out fresh Maine lobster.
• Hot Mom Happy Hour | Thursday, Jan. 11 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Whole Foods Market, 4059 Finn Way, Lexington | Moms are invited to bring the kids for playtime and a chance to mingle.

• Mythos: Tuska’s Art of Self Reflection | Friday, Jan. 12-Thursday, Feb. 29 | Times vary | Central Library, 140 E. Main St., Lexington | Free | Reflect upon your mind, body, and spirit at this interactive exhibit from artist John Tuska.
• Chaotic Good’s 1st Birthday | Friday, Jan. 12 | 10 a.m. | Chaotic Good: Coffee, Comics and Games, 545 S. Broadway, Ste. 160, Lexington | Free | Celebrate the first anniversary of this coffee + gaming store with special deals, exclusive drinks, and of course, birthday cake.

• Glide through cardio workouts with HOKA Women’s Clifton 9 Sneakers (your feet will thank you).
• Use a yoga mat with alignment lines to refine your form.
• These buttery-soft leggings are considered a Lululemon alternative by reviewers.
• Wear Bala Bangles during familiar workouts and avoid plateauing.
• Say goodbye to earbuds slipping out at the gym with silicone ear tips for AirPods.

• Food truck favorite Moody Mike’s is making the move to brick-and-mortar. The vegan eatery, which typically operates out of its iconic bus at local businesses, will will set up shop at 802 N. Limestone, with the hope of opening in March. We’ll update you as we learn more.

• The Fund for Greater Lexington is accepting development proposals for Kelley’s Landing. The 30-acre riverfront park will feature space for outdoor recreation and increased accessibility to the Kentucky River. Consulting firms are invited to submit plans until Friday, Jan. 26 at 11:59 p.m.

• We know Lexington hospitality is out of this world. So why not invite our extraterrestrial neighbors to see it for themselves? VisitLEX launched the world’s first interstellar travel ad campaign, with messages beamed into the skies representing life in Lexington, including an audio recording from Tee Dee Young.

• Finger-picking aficionado Billy Strings is bringing his headlining show for a two-night stint at Rupp Arena. The Grammy Award-winning Bluegrass artist will take the stage on April 26 + 27. Pre-sale tickets go on sale today at 10 a.m. and the general sale goes live Friday, Jan. 12 at 10 a.m.

• We knead to tell you some exciting news. Smiley Pete Publishing’s Lexington Pizza Week is back. From Monday, Feb. 19 to Sunday, Feb. 25, restaurants around town will serve up exclusive pies for special prices. Until then, take a bite out of our pizza guide.

• Lexington-born Chris Stapleton and Buffalo Trace Distillery are teaming to release the ultimate Kentucky spirit. Traveller Whiskey, a 90-proof blend of Sazerac whiskeys, is available for purchase at participating retailers + features warm, fruity notes of oak, maple, currant, and vanilla. (Lexington Herald-Leader)

• Oh snap. Submissions are now open for our LEXtoday Picture of the Year contest. To participate, submit a local photo that you took in 2023 by Wednesday, Jan. 17. Make a submission for the chance to win a $25 gift card to our online marketplace, Six & Main.

• Just because you’re an adult doesn’t mean you need to stop learning, growing + taking cool classes for fun. The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at University of Kentucky offers a variety of courses and activities for adults 50+. Registration for annual memberships is available online on Wednesday, Jan. 10 + Thursday, Jan. 11.*

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