It’s never too early to start planning. | Photos provided by Gratz Park Wealth
Retirement isn’t just a finish line — it’s a new frontier.
Unlocking the full potential of your post-work life requires thoughtful planning, strategic guidance, and a vision for what comes next. Whether you’re approaching retirement or already enjoying it, aligning your financial resources with your lifestyle goals is key to helping you discover a gold rush of opportunities.
Diversifying retirement income can be a combination of optimizing Social Security timing, evaluating pension options, and building layered income through annuities, dividend-paying investments, and tax-efficient withdrawals from retirement accounts. The goal? Reliable cash flow that supports your lifestyle without compromising long-term growth.
Healthcare planning
Healthcare costs can be one of retirement’s biggest wildcards. Advisors guide clients through Medicare decisions, long-term care planning, and health savings strategies to ensure medical needs are covered, without derailing financial goals.
Estate planning
From passing down a family business to preserving generational wealth, planning helps ensure your intentions + legacy are honored.
Wealth transfer
Transferring wealth is about assets and impact. Advisors help families navigate gifting strategies, tax-efficient transfers, and education funding to ensure their wealth supports future generations.
Philanthropy
For many retirees, giving back is a cornerstone of fulfillment. From donor-advised funds to charitable trusts, advisors can help design philanthropic strategies that create lasting change.
The Y.M.C.A. of Central Kentucky entered a contract with Tramell Webb Partners and is selling its High Street location, which has served Lexington for over 60 years. (ABC 36)
Weather
At today’s Environmental Quality and Public Works meeting, LFUCG will outline its winter weather plan, including $1.2 million for extra salt, $1.9 million on new trucks and equipment, and 147 staff ready to respond. The plan aims to prevent issues like January 2025’s extended icy roads. (The CivicLex Weekly)
Civic
Lexington council members will review street safety recommendations from the STREEET Task Force during Tuesday’s work session. The group studied engineering, education, and enforcement solutions, with a full plan for implementing the ideas expected in 2026. (The CivicLex Weekly)
Sports
Kentucky basketball’s Andrija Jelavić is offiically cleared to play for the 2025-26 season. The 6-ft-11-inch forward from Croatia played two seasons for Mega Superbet where he averaged 11 points and 7.4 rebounds. (ABC 36)
State
Over $1.2 million in Kentucky Powerball prizes remain unclaimed, including a $1 million jackpot and several $50,000 wins. Players are urged to check tickets before the 180-day claim period expires. (WKYT)
Feel Good
More than 50 years after the Vietnam War, veterans are reconnecting at annual reunions in Lexington. Surrounded by fellow soldiers and spouses, they celebrate survival, camaraderie, and enduring bonds formed during one of the deadliest wars in history. (FOX 56)
Concert
Looking for live music rooted in tradition? Berea College’s Loyal Jones Appalachian Center hosts concerts, jam sessions, and cultural events highlighting Appalachian heritage. Learn more about the center’s Celebration of Traditional Music happening Thursday, Oct. 9, through Sunday, Oct. 12.*
Show
Turn up the nostalgia. Shaggy brings his chart-topping hits to French Lick Resort on Friday, Oct. 10 with special guest Sophie Grey. Doors open at 6 p.m. for a night of reggae-infused fun, good vibes, and unforgettable hits like “Angel” + “It Wasn’t Me.” Drive in for the show.*
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Helix Garage construction update
Vehicles are not permitted to access the Helix Garage Thursday, Nov. 6-Wednesday, Nov. 12. | Photo provided by the City of Charleston
The Helix Garage closures began Oct. 5 and will continue through early November, temporarily limiting access to parts of the facility, according to LexPark.
The spherical exit ramp for levels 6-3 will close Sunday-Wednesday nights, 7 p.m.-5 a.m., now-Nov. 6, with two-way traffic and exits limited to level 2 toward Water or Main Street.
A full garage closure will take place from 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 6, through 5 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 12. No vehicles will be allowed to enter or exit during that time, and any left in the garage after 6 p.m. on Nov. 6 may be towed.
Pro tip: If you park at Helix Garage regularly, allow extra time and plan alternate routes during the upcoming closures to avoid delays.
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Jockeys saddle up in the new Jockey’s Quarters in the Paddock at Keeneland.
Photo by Alexis Baker | LEXtoday
I attended Keeneland’s opening day last Friday and checked out major updates to the Paddock Building and East Gate. With saddling stalls now in the Paddock, I got up close to the horses — sneak a peek at the renovations if you haven’t visited yet.
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