Pack your bags, let’s go on an adventure. | Photo by David Coyle, provided by Blue Grass Airport
Want to make sure your holiday travel takes off without a hitch? Check out our guide to Blue Grass Airport for a full food rundown + to find out just how early you should arrive to get through security. Bon voyage.
What to know
Parking | Not everyone has a bestie that will drop them off at the terminal at 3 a.m., but thankfully LEX has options. See rates for short-term, long-term, and valet parking.
TSA | According to TSA officials, it takes ~5 minutes to get through during off-peak hours and ~15 minutes during peak hours (which are around 6-9 a.m.).
Map it out | If you’re like us and need to completely visualize a place before you step foot inside, these maps of the entire airport will be your saving grace.
Reminder | As of May 2025, you need a REAL ID to board commercial flights in the US. Pro tip: A passport also works.
Flight status | While we recommend staying updated via your respective airline, you can also check the airport’s dashboard for your flight status in a pinch.
Zim’s Cafe + The Thirsty Fox, located in the Old Fayette County Court House, announced it will be permanently closing. The cafe will continue service through the end of the year, Wednesday, Dec. 31.
Cause
To combat a holiday blood shortage, the Kentucky Blood Center is offering free movie tickets to eligible donors now through Wednesday, Dec. 31. Pro tip: Appointments are preferred, but KBC accepts walk-ins.
Health
Saint Joseph Health has launched “Reserve a Spot,” an online tool that lets patients schedule emergency room visits in advance. Available at all seven locations, the feature aims to reduce wait times and give central Kentucky patients more flexibility in accessing emergency care. (FOX 56)
Sports
Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton proclaimed today “Wear Blue Day,” urging fans to sport blue and white in support of the University of Kentucky volleyball team as it heads to the NCAA Final Four to face Wisconsin in the national semifinals. (LEX 18)
State
Kentucky American Water customers will face higher bills after the Kentucky Public Service Commission moved forward with rate increase. A typical residential customer using 3,900 gallons per month will see an average rise of $6.82, or about 14%, bringing the bill to $50.90. The increase totals roughly $18.2 million. (ABC 36)
Try This
If you’re looking for a fun and engaging family-friendly afternoon, this Winter Wonderlab experience at The LASC on Saturday, Dec. 20 features breakfast with “The Mean Green One,” plus animal meet-and-greets, live science demos, and more. Grab tickets.*
Shop
If you’re a Costco shopper, you know about the $1.50 hot dog. But are you in on these other 10 lesser-known hacks all Costco shoppers should know about? We’re talking deals on everything from travel to tires.*
A 2026 planner to keep track of your events, to-dos, goals, and more. We love this best-selling weekly option that includes 12 months of monthly and weekly pages for easy planning + scheduling. Or, opt for this flower-adorned daily planner with monthly tabs, metal cover protectors, and a page for expense tracking.
Merriam-Webster has announced its word of the year for 2025: Slop. It’s defined as “digital content of low quality that is produced usually in quantity by means of artificial intelligence.” A trip to one of Lexington’s art galleries will likely provide a higher quality experience.
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