Tourism and Hospitality

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Culture
Restaurant Roundup: Meet your new favorite Lexington restaurants
Dining in Lexington is always a fresh experience with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.
January 23, 2026 01:35 PM
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Staff
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Culture
Treat your mother to quality time with Mother’s Day experiences in Lexington
We’ve planned a day of great eats, relaxation, and activities your mom will adore — almost as much as they adore you.
May 9, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Travel and Outdoors
Kelley’s Landing breaks ground
Kentucky’s first public river park opens this fall.
May 2, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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Meet your cutest “neigh-bors” during a horse farm tour
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5 outdoor adventures to add to your spring bucket list
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City
Shining a light on hidden disabilities
The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program helps people identify their conditions that may not be noticeable.
March 21, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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How to spend a weekend in vibrant Cincinnati, OH
From award-winning restaurants and unforgettable museums to Major League Baseball and countless events, Cincy has something for every traveler.
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Artist Wylie Caudill standing next to a painting with colorful roses and a gold statue for the 150th Kentucky Derby standing at Churchill Downs
Culture
Where in the world is Wylie Caudill? Catching up with the official artist of Kentucky Derby 150
March 7, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Plan a spring day in downtown Harrodsburg
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City
Imagine Lexington 2045: Urban and rural balance
We’re wrapping up our five-part series breaking down each pillar of the Imagine Lexington 2045 comprehensive plan — here you’ll learn about how Lexington plans to balance urban and rural growth.
February 7, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Education
The race to zero waste, UK aims to make Kroger Field a zero waste facility by 2030
Kroger Field set a new record last season for waste diverted from the landfill. Learn about the steps UK Recycling is taking to fulfill its goal of making Kroger Field a zero waste facility by 2030.
February 1, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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City
Local news, powered by readers like you
Over the next 10 days, we’re launching a reader-driven campaign to sustain what we do best.
November 10, 2025
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Staff
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City
How to report potholes in Lexington
Potholes happen, but fixing them starts with a simple report. Here’s how to alert the right team and keep Lexington’s streets in better shape.
November 7, 2025
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Alexis Baker
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Play
The best spots for your best friend — our favorite dog-friendly places in Lexington
Explore these dog-friendly places in LEX — from places to eat, drink, shop, exercise, swim, and stay the night with your four-legged friends.
November 6, 2025
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Staff
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Events
Lexington turkey trots and holiday runs in 2025
Lace up for a little pre-feast fitness. Local races across Central Kentucky are bringing runners, walkers, and families together to celebrate the season.
November 6, 2025
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Alexis Baker
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City
Claim a corner of Lexington: Adopt a storm drain near you
Help keep Lexington’s waterways clean by painting a local storm drain with important pollution prevention messaging.
October 30, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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Just how bad is the traffic in Lexington?
Spoiler alert: Traffic isn’t great. We dove into the Texas A&M Transportation Institute’s congestion data so you don’t have to.
October 28, 2025
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Alexis Baker
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Small Business
LEXtoday’s 2025 holiday gift guide: 90+ finds for everyone you love
Including gifts for significant others, retirees, holiday parties, young people, and gifts that ship fast.
October 24, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
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How to navigate Lexington’s bus system
From downtown stops to airport routes, Lextran makes navigating the city simple. Learn how to plan your trip, find fares, and make the most of public transit.
October 22, 2025
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Alexis Baker
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Business
Top local farm shops in the Lexington area
Stock up on fresh, local flavors at Lexington’s top farm shops. Family farms and markets offer seasonal picks and homemade treats.
October 20, 2025
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Alexis Baker
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City
Trick-or-treat: celebrate Halloween in Lexington
Have a night full of treats — not tricks — whether you’re trick-or-treating, passing candy out, or just avoiding the extra traffic.
October 16, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil