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5 no-FOMO summer grilling tips + recipes
Summer’s long days are fleeting — so we’ve rounded up some FOMO-fighting grilling tips + recipes to savor those relaxing summer evening vibes.
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Culture
Dead malls: You could shop... until they dropped
Once booming, now barren. Let’s take a peek at malls of Lexington’s past — plus hope for the future.
June 13, 2024
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Brianna Williams
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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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Father’s Day Gift Guide: Presents for the father figure in your life
Our Father’s Day Gift Guide will help you find the perfect gift this year.
May 30, 2024
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Get derby-ready with Six & Main
April 12, 2024
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Your guide to Lexington’s coffee shops
If you don’t have coffee already in hand, consider this your sign to grab some.
April 11, 2024
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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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New and coming-soon businesses to Lexington
As Lexington continues to grow, we’re keeping an eye on upcoming developments and recently opened businesses.
March 27, 2024
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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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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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