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Plan a stay you’ll never forget at one of these unique places in Lexington
From tiny homes to 21c, Lexington is full of special places to stay that offer guests a break from traditional motels and hotels.
January 14, 2026 10:53 AM
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Staff
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Development
High Street Redevelopment project gets green light to begin construction
Work could begin as early as 2024 — bringing a grocery store, hotel, parking + more downtown.
May 21, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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Food
Take a bite out of these food subscriptions and personal chefs in Lexington, KY
Get out of the kitchen and let one of these local chefs take over the meal prep and planning for you with our list of food subscriptions.
May 19, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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Food
Get ready for LEXtoday’s Drink Up Month in July
Do you love coffee, cocktails, or mocktails? Regardless of your sip selection, buckle up for Drink Up Month, where we are celebrating all of your favorite beverages the entire month of July.
May 17, 2023
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Bella Rainey
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Culture
It’s all fun and games at the Burl County Fair
Who’s ready for an old-fashioned hoedown?
May 9, 2023
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Molly Thompson
An art exhibit with tall red pillars at the Frank Park Conservatory.
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The ultimate road trip to Columbus
Hit the road and head to Columbus, OH — we’re sharing all the details about what to do and eat, plus where to stay.
April 20, 2023
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Aayat Ali
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Culture
All natural lawnmowers: Shaker Village’s sheep grazing program
Ewe won’t believe your eyes.
April 17, 2023
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Molly Thompson
Nourished Folks' veggie fried rice on the counter in their restaurant.
Food
Vegan Week 2023 lineup announced
Everyone romaine calm, Vegan Week is coming.
April 5, 2023
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Molly Thompson
Renderings of Lexington Counter Clocks stadium upgrades.
Sports
Lexington Counter Clocks reveal stadium renderings
Buy me some peanuts and Cracker Jacks.
March 24, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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Development
Sneak Peek: New $8 million distillery coming to Midway
Check out the upgrades coming to this historic Midway farm.
February 10, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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Culture
Answered: Your must-dos for visitors in Lexington, KY
Bookmark this story for your out-of-town guests.
February 6, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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Culture
What to know about the Kentucky Beer Cheese Festival
The one-of-a-kind event returns June 14 to downtown Winchester and is set to include a few “firsts” for its 2025 line-up.
May 21, 2025
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Brent Schanding
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Stay safe during severe spring storms
We’ve got the resources LEX residents need to stay informed, report storm damage, and help each other recover from this spring storm state of emergency.
May 20, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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Events
What to do this Memorial Day Weekend in Lexington
Memorial Day is Monday, May 26 and we’re rounding up events to commemorate and honor the day.
May 20, 2025
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Aayat Ali
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Travel and Outdoors
Gatton Park on the Town Branch is finally (almost) ready
Lexingtonians are ready and raring to experience this long-awaited outdoor oasis of culture and community, starting August 2025.
May 19, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
A group of people sitting in lawn chairs at a concert.
Culture
Your guide to live outdoor music in Lexington
Grab the chairs and blankets for a fun summer night of music under the stars.
May 16, 2025
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Staff
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Food
Bid in a live art auction at this year’s F.E.A.S.T event
In addition to dishes from some of the top chef’s around, here’s what to expect at the annual foodie fundraiser.
May 15, 2025
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Brent Schanding
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AVOL + LEX fight HIV/AIDS
AVOL Kentucky’s annual event celebrates hope, community, and support for those impacted by HIV.
May 15, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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Culture
4 surprising truths behind the Broadway hit “Oh, Mary!”
Here’s what the Tony-nominated satire nailed about Lexington’s most misunderstood First Lady: Mary Todd Lincoln.
May 14, 2025
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Brent Schanding
Two hanging posters detailing the Marquis de Lafayette's 1845 visit to Lexington, KY.
Celebrate revolutionary Marquis de Lafayette’s bicentennial visit
200 years after his visit to the county that bears his name, the Marquis de Lafayette will be commemorated with two new historical markers.
May 14, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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Food
Try these Kentucky-centric pairings for Lexington Craft Beer Week
From mild to wild, we recommend sampling these new local releases with some of our favorite Kentucky beer cheese spreads.
May 13, 2025
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Brent Schanding