Plus, local businesses supporting hurricane relief efforts.
 
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79º | 4% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 7:44 a.m. | Sunset 7:03 p.m.
 

Editor’s Note
What’s your favorite color, baby? Grab your blue and white gear because the main event of UK Homecoming week is tonight. Tune in to the football game against Vanderbilt — kickoff is 7:45 p.m.
 
Top Stories
Three people with shovels stand, smiling, as they prepare to plant trees.

Lexington Tree Week has begun | Be-leaf it or not, the celebration is back for its sixth year. The event will offer educational and eco-friendly fun through Sunday, Oct. 20.

A city area flooded with water coming up to the roof tops.

Local businesses supporting hurricane relief efforts | In the wake of hurricanes in the Southeast, Lexington businesses + organizations are coming together to help people impacted by the destruction. Check out which drives and efforts are still ongoing.

An electric wheelchair with conveyor-belt style wheels designed to be used in all terrains.

Lexington Parks & Recreation is getting an Action Trackchair | The all-terrain wheelchair is coming to Raven Run Nature Sanctuary as part of a pilot program. It will debut in spring 2025, helping people with disabilities navigate unpaved and natural paths.
 
Asked
 

How would you describe your relationship with the University of Kentucky?
A. I’m a current student
B. I’m a proud alumni
C. No affiliation, just a big blue fan
D. Other
 
Events
 
This Weekend
  • Harvest Festival | Saturday, Oct. 12-Sunday, Oct. 13 | Times vary | Wildside Winery, Versailles | Free | Sip wine and browse offerings from farmers, local makers, and food vendors as live music plays.
  • Fark25: The 25th Anniversary Fark Party | Saturday, Oct. 12 | 6-9 p.m. | Lyric Theatre & Cultural Arts Center | $25 | Revisit the news website’s first 25 years and celebrate with creator Drew Curtis.
  • Kentucky Wildcats vs. Vanderbilt Commodores Football | Saturday, Oct. 12 | 7:45 p.m. | Kroger Field | $70+ | Cheer for UK as the team tackles their homecoming game.
  • Yoga Under the Trees | Sunday, Oct. 13 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Ashland: The Henry Clay Estate | Free | Instructor Lissa Sims leads this all-levels session to celebrate Tree Week.
  • Bark Bash | Sunday, Oct. 13 | 12-5 p.m. | Moondance Amphitheater | Free | Enjoy family-friendly fun at Lexington Humane Society’s donation-based festival with live performances, seasonal games, and a dog costume contest.
Plan Ahead
  • Hispanic Heritage Happy Hour | Wednesday, Oct. 16 | 4-6 p.m. | Lost Palm | Free | Celebrate Hispanic culture, mingle with other locals, and enjoy appetizers and drinks.
  • Fright Night Bingo | Wednesday, Oct. 16 | 5:30 p.m. | Kenwick Community Center | Free | Dress in your costume and play this ghoulish game while enjoying seasonal decorations and snacks.
  • ScareFest Weekend 16 | Friday, Oct. 18-Sunday, Oct. 20 | Times vary | Central Bank Center | $30+ | This expo will shock fans of the horror genre with hundreds of vendors, exhibits, celebrity panels, and scary activities.
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News Notes
Civic
  • The Institute on Race, Power, and Public Equity recognized Lexington as a leader in spending its American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to promote equity. ARPA Project Manager Jenifer Wuorenmaa noted the city used a portion of $121 million to support affordable housing, violence prevention, and public space improvement.
Sports
  • The Lexington Legends are getting ready to slide home for their 2025 season, commemorating their 25th anniversary in Lexington. The American professional baseball team released their upcoming schedule, and ticket packages are now available by calling the box office.
Ranked
  • We know Lexington is a top city, and Condé Nast Traveler seems to agree. The publication ranked the Horse Capital of the World No. 4 among the best small cities in the US in its 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards, recognizing its equine offerings, bourbon culture, and culinary scene.
Eat
  • Newk’s Eatery plans to bring three to five new restaurants to the Lexington area starting in 2026. Want to keep up with all the most recent restaurants and bars that are opening or closing in our area? Read more on our website. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
Number
  • $2.93. That’s how much a gallon of gas costs in Kentucky. Read more about the cost of living in Lexington, including the median household income and average cost of healthcare and groceries.
Weather
  • Is it starting to get cooler here or is it just us? Regardless if you’re a fall-lover or not, you may be curious about what’s in store for Lexington this season. Check out our fall weather outlook for predictions on what may be headed our way.
 
City Guide

🥾 Beauti-fall hikes

Hiking and nature walk guide for Lexington
A women hikes near a creek at Raven Run Nature Sanctuary.

Raven Run offers a diverse set of trails to explore.

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Photo courtesy of @VisitLEX

Fall is here, and its cooler weather and colorful foliage makes taking a hike in the Lexington area even better.

Note: We recommend checking park websites before visiting to check current trail conditions and hours.

Key: Easy = 🥾| Moderate = 🥾🥾 | Hard = 🥾🥾🥾

Raven Run, Green Trail | 3885 Raven Run Way
  • Difficulty: 🥾🥾
  • Length: 2-mile loop
  • Wheelchair accessible: Discovery + Freedom Trails
  • Pet-friendly: No
If you’re looking for a true hiking oasis, look no further than Raven Run Nature Sanctuary. Take the Flower Bowl trail to view some native flora or our favorite, the Green Trail for the quickest route to the Kentucky River overlook.

McConnell Springs, 416 Rebmann Ln.
  • Difficulty: 🥾
  • Length: 0.6-mile loop
  • Wheelchair accessible: Yes
  • Pet-friendly: No
This trail will feel like a getaway without actually getting away. The paved path is short + sweet, yet secluded enough that you forget the Distillery District is just minutes away.
City Guides are presented by VisitLEX.
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