Lexington’s biodiversity map with over 50 habitats. | Photo via Homegrown National Park
Want more from your lawn than just grass? You could turn it into a mini “national park.”
Meet Homegrown National Park, a nationwide grassroots movement that invites property owners to restore wildlife habitats through sustainable planting and the removal of invasive species.
Here’s how it works: Swap a portion of your lawn for native plants that support food webs for local fauna, then watch your yard transform into a natural oasis where wildlife thrives.
Registered habitats are tracked on a digital biodiversity map, so you can see which Lexingtonian neighbors are pitching in.
The University of Kentucky’s University Health Pharmacy is slated to permanently close on Friday, Dec. 19. Patients can transfer their prescriptions to another retail pharmacy via an online form. Any prescriptions leftover will be relocated to the Apothecary. (WKYT)
Award
UK researchers recently received an $11 million, five-year COBRE grant to advance diabetes prevention work. The funding will support the new UK Diabetes Prevention COBRE, expanding research infrastructure and strengthening efforts across campus and throughout Kentucky. (UK NOW)
Cause
The Lexington Sporting Club is inviting locals to participate in its Direct to Kids Angel Tree program, which collects holiday gifts and cold-weather gear for the youth of Eastern Kentucky. Angel tree tags can be selected at multiple community locations, with donations being accepted until Thursday, Dec. 11 at 11 p.m. (ABC 36)
Mansion Monday
Check out this newly listed 8-bedroom, 11-bath stunner in Lexington’s Gardenside neighborhood. With a sprawling 12,916 sqft, this home includes a walk-out basement, kitchen bar, two fireplaces, and — of course — a must-have elevator.
Asked
Philadelphia’s cheesesteak scene recently entered the Michelin Guide for the first time, and was met with controversy. As with all cities, locals have their favorites when it comes to regional classics. That got us thinking: Which Lexington sandwich spots should make the Michelin guide? Let us know. (New York Times)
Older Adults
Healthy eating, going for walks, and gardening. Those are three things that a group of centenarians credit for their long life in a new UnitedHealthcare survey of 100-year-olds. Another common factor was strength training, so it’s never too late to go to the gym.
Stat
$109.6. That’s the value of $100 in Lexington, according to a new Tax Foundation study on purchasing power across the US. Compare that to California’s $87.42, and your wallet may be feeling a bit thicker than before. Pro tip: Keep it that way by filling your calendar with free activities. (Upworthy)
Number
27,400+. That’s how many active job listings you can find on our Job Board. Explore openings in manufacturing, sales, marketing, and beyond. Roles for all experience levels are hiring now. Find a new gig for 2026.
Holiday
Looking for a small-town Christmas? The Birthplace of Bourbon has it all — carriage rides, carolers, Santa train rides, holiday shows, and festive markets. See the full lineup online or in the app.*
Number
$0. That’s how much 94% of patients pay to see a licensed dietitian with Nourish. Find a dietitian covered by insurance and build a personalized nutrition plan — a structured, supportive way to map out your 2026 wellness goals now.*
City Guide
Our top pizza picks in Lexington
Pearl’s Pizza is known for using seasonal specific ingredients. | Photo courtesy of Pearl’s Pizza
Craving a slice of ‘za? Chowhound just named its top hole-in-the-wall pizza spot in Kentucky, and a pizzeria in Louisville claimed the title. We think they’re sleeping on Lexington’s pizza scene — peruse our pizza guide to find your new favorite slice.
Think outside the pizza box
Pearl’s, 133 N. Limestone
Trendy and chic, this downtown treasure offers freshly made wood-fired pies with an emphasis on seasonal, locally grown ingredients. Plus, any pizza can be made completely plant-based.
Ethereal Slice House, 401 S. Limestone
Tucked inside The Cornerstone on UK’s campus, Ethereal Slice House serves both New York–style and Olde World pizzas with perfectly blistered crusts.
It’s delivery
Apollo Pizza, 1451 Leestown Rd.
Feed the whole family (and then some) with a 20" Wagon Wheel pie, with unique specialties like the Kentucky Hot Browne or the Appalachian Mountain.
Stoner’s Pizza Joint, 547 S. Limestone
Big flavor meets big portions at this late-night favorite. Known for loaded specialty pies and garlic knots the size of your fist, Stoner’s has you covered when the midnight munchies hit.
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