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Culture
Eat + drink your way through National Parks & Recreation Month
Treat yo’self with these exclusive releases in collaboration with local businesses.
July 02, 2024 02:16 PM
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Aayat Ali
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Neighborhood Guide: Ashland Park + Chevy Chase
From where to eat + drink to its humble beginnings, we’re sharing all there is to know about the Ashland Park and Chevy Chase neighborhoods.
June 12, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Culture
Share the road + your thoughts on bike trails in Lexington
May 15, 2024
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Molly Thompson
Two people hike along one of the Red River Gorge's many trails.
Play
Hiking and nature walk guide for Lexington
These 10 hiking trails cater to all skill levels in and around town.
May 9, 2024
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Staff
A tan sign that says Davis Park with its address in front of a park with a playground, surrounded by a fence with acovered shelter.
Parks and Recreation
City cuts ribbon on the new Davis Park
Located near Oliver Lewis Way, this new park was designed + built thanks to feedback and input from the local community and surrounding neighborhood.
May 7, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Parks and Recreation
Celebrate Raven Run’s soundscapes this Earth Day
Lexington Parks & Recreation is helping bring Raven Run’s nature sounds to your home.
April 16, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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Play
A comprehensive guide to Lexington’s extraordinary parks
We’re highlighting the 21 best parks that Lexington, KY has to offer — complete with splash pads, playgrounds, walking trails, and even a few dog-friendly spots.
April 9, 2024
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Staff
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Dog-friendly businesses guide for Lexington
Explore these dog-friendly businesses in Lexington that span from places to eat, drink, shop, exercise, swim, and stay the night.
April 3, 2024
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Staff
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Play
Kid-friendly activities around Lexington
We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that Lexington, KY has to offer — complete with art classes, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.
March 20, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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Activities and resources for older adults in Lexington
February 29, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Food
Sit back, relax, and sip at these wineries near Lexington
You don’t have to travel to the Napa Valley for that true vineyard experience — just outside of Lexington eight wineries are ready to host you for glasses, tastings, and tours.
July 24, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Food
A guide to mocktails in Lexington
Looking for a booze-free drink? No problem. Here are five spots in Lexington to grab non-alcoholic sips and mocktails.
July 23, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Food
Breweries and bites in Lexington
We’ve rounded up our favorite homemade drinks that also serve bites that are sure to please the palate.
July 23, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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City
Meet TIP: the Transportation Improvement Program
Learn about upcoming road projects at the Lexington Area Metropolitan Planning Organization’s public open house.
July 22, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Happy hour deals in Lexington
Go bargain hunting with our Lexington happy hour guide, which highlights drink specials and food discounts throughout the city.
July 22, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Real Estate
Be the Broker: What do you want to see go in at North Upper Street?
The corner of West Short and North Upper Streets is getting a much-needed renovation.
July 19, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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Food
Toast of the town: Drink Up Week has arrived
This week — Monday, July 22-Friday, July 26, 2024 — we’re shining a spotlight on the vibrant drink scene in Lexington.
July 19, 2024
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Monica Garske
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Culture
Say hay to horses, monkeys, and more with these animal encounters in + around Lexington
July 18, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Sports
Super Sunday Dirt Bowl Basketball returns this weekend
Head to Douglass Park this Sunday, July 21 to watch this headline-making historic adult basketball league show off their skills.
July 18, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Cost of living in Lexington
We’ve broken down the cost of living in Lexington, KY, comparing it to other states and the US national average.
July 17, 2024
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Staff