Nate’s Coffee has not shared specifics regarding business upgrades.
Photo by Andrew Cohen + Nate’s Coffee
Nate’s Coffee, a downtown staple for the past seven years, announced it will close for the remainder of the winter months.
In a statement shared with customers, the business said it has “big plans” for the future and that the temporary closure will allow time for reinvention and work inside the building.
Fayette County Public Schools is inviting the community to help name its newest elementary school, currently under construction on Greendale Road. Suggestions can be submitted through an online form outlining the district’s naming criteria. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
Biz
Bluegrass Baking Company Owners Jim and Francine Betts previously announced their retirement at the end of 2025, but potential buyers recently backed out, according to a social media post. The Betts will return on Tuesday, Jan. 13.
Civic
Fayette County residents can dispose of one vehicle load of non-hazardous household waste for free on Saturday, Jan. 10 from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Bluegrass Regional Transfer Station on Old Frankfort Pike as part of Lexington’s quarterly free trash disposal program.
List
Luxury Travel Magazine compiled a list of the top 10 must-see attractions for Lexington visitors, with the Kentucky Horse Park, Mary Todd Lincoln House, and Raven Run topping the chart. What would you add to the itinerary? Let us know.
Trending
It looks like all the Conformity Gate conspiracy theories that have been flooding the internet, thanks to “Stranger Things” fans, are false. It’s okay if you still believe. For those who don’t want to let the story of 1980s Hawkins end, grab some vintage threads to bring it to life. (Variety)
Futile Bakery is offering specialty peanut butter Oreo cinnamon rolls this week. Pro tip: Arrive early if you want to snag one before the popular treat sells out.
On This Day
Jan. 8 is the birthday of two late music icons: Elvis Presley and David Bowie. It’s Shirley Bassey’s 89th birthday, too. You can honor their legacies by getting tickets for one of Lexington’s fabulous live music venues.
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Picture this: You just moved to Lexington, KY and you need some help with the practicalities of life (we can’t just sit back and eat Missy’s Pies all day, unfortunately). That’s where we come in. Keep reading for Lexingtonian 101, our guide to all the things you need to know as a new Lexington resident.
Voter registration
Make sure you’re eligible and registered to vote, find your polling location, and preview upcoming elections and sample ballots here.
Driver’s licenses and vehicle registration
To register your car in the state of Kentucky, you’ll need to bring proof of State car insurance, proof of your identity (in the form of a driver’s license, passport, or ID card),and a Vehicle Identification Number and Odometer Verification form to the Fayette County Clerk office.
You can make an appointment at the Fayette County Circuit Court’s Division of Driver’s License office to obtain a State driver’s license. Registration for your vehicle is conducted on a walk-in basis.
Does the Nate’s Coffee closure have you considering branching out? Enter: Our coffee shop guide. It’s a roundup of where you can find the best cups of joe in LEX, catered to your style. Pro tip: The Greenery: Coffee + Social Space and Lussi Brown Coffee Bar are both within walking distance from Nate’s Coffee.
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