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Travel and Outdoors
Discover new holiday traditions at Shaker Village
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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
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Play
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
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Food
Vegan Week 2023 lineup announced
Everyone romaine calm, Vegan Week is coming.
April 5, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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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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Food
Meet James Beard Award-nominated Chef Sam Fore
Get to know the creative mind behind Tuk Tuk Sri Lankan Bites
February 3, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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Sports
Your guide to picking up pickleball in Lexington, KY
The pickleball craze continues — across the country and right here in Lexington.
April 14, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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Real Estate
Mansion Monday: Private, modern and refined living
Slip inside this Mansion Monday pick to experience elegance and attention to detail.
April 11, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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Culture
Celebrate National Pet Day in Lexington
Give some love to the four-legged friend in your life with our city’s best pet adventures and experiences.
April 10, 2025
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Patrick Sidwell
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Live
Your ultimate guide to outdoor dining in Lexington
Make the most of good weather by taking your meals al fresco on one of Lexington’s many beautiful patios.
April 9, 2025
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Staff
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Culture
Celebrating Record Store Day 2025 in Lexington
Get prepared to snag those Record Store Day vinyl releases you’ve been eyeing.
April 4, 2025
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Aayat Ali
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Play
Happy hour deals in Lexington
Go bargain hunting with our Lexington happy hour guide, which highlights drink specials and food discounts throughout the city.
April 4, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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Food
Join the sourdough revolution in Lexington
The bread type is more popular than ever, and we’re here to help you find the best loaves in our city, or start making your own.
April 1, 2025
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Patrick Sidwell
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Keeneland makes LEX a better place
Take a closer look at the historic horsetrack’s charitable giving to see how Lexington continues to benefit from Keeneland’s presence.
March 31, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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Culture
Taking a look back at 3.5 years of LEXtoday
City Editor Molly shares some of her favorite memories from her time at LEXtoday.
March 28, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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Culture
53 women-owned businesses in Lexington
Take a virtual stroll through 53 of Lexington’s favorite women-owned businesses with everything from digital media consultation to high end retail.
March 27, 2025
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Aayat Ali