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Travel and Outdoors
Discover new holiday traditions at Shaker Village
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Culture
Applications are open for Fayette County Conservation District grant
February 7, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Tourism and Hospitality
It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s...a marketing campaign
Hey Aliens, want to take a trip to the Horse Capital of the World?
January 19, 2024
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Aayat Ali
a top-down view of snow covered residential houses and roads.
Weather
City officials share tips for winter weather preparedness
With more winter weather on the way, city officials held a press conference to share tips + protocols so you can be best prepared.
January 18, 2024
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Molly Thompson
An aerial view of Shaker Village.
Play
Hit the Road: a 40-mile getaway to Harrodsburg
January 17, 2024
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Molly Thompson
A satellite photo of the road and it's expected changes.
Airports and Transportation
Traffic changes coming to Leestown Road
Last week, the city began work at the interchange of Leestown + New Circle Roads.
December 8, 2023
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Aayat Ali
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City
Holiday help: Where to take visitors this season
Have friends or family in town this year? We’re here to help plan their visit.
December 8, 2023
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Ashlea Hearn
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City
Imagine Lexington 2045: Protecting the environment
The Imagine Lexington 2045 comprehensive plan has been approved. We’re breaking down the 349-page plan section by section, continuing with Theme B: Protecting the environment.
December 7, 2023
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Molly Thompson
Two women hang ornaments on a large Christmas tree.
Culture
Light up the night at this year’s Holiday Lighting Festival
Lexington’s annual Holiday Lighting Festival takes over Triangle Park on Sunday, Nov. 26.
November 16, 2023
Molly and Aayat standing in the dining room at The Glitz with twinkly lights and ornaments
Tourism and Hospitality
A day trip to Woodford County
From dive bars to glittering restaurants, and everything in between, we’ve got the ultimate itinerary for a day trip to Woodford County.
November 7, 2023
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Molly Thompson
A row of kids with bows + arrows.
Parks and Recreation
Lexington Parks & Recreation rolls out new price structure for program and camps participation
November 3, 2023
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Molly Thompson
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Roll out the barrel for McConnell Springs
Support McConnell Springs for another 250 years when you sample 14 local wineries at the annual Barrel Tasting for the Springs.
March 27, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
A mural featuring a pink pony with tropical leaves surrounding it.
Play
16 murals around Lexington
Check out our guide to the many meaningful murals you can find around our city.
March 25, 2025
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Sara Frazier
The exterior of the Lexington Opera House at night
Hear a joyful noise with 250Lex’s April celebration
From librettos to literature, 250Lex celebrates music, literature, and the spoken word all month long.
March 25, 2025
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Molly Thompson
Blooming yellow wildflowers can be found across Lexington parks.
Travel and Outdoors
Soak up the sun with spring flower walks
We’re all going frolicking.
March 25, 2025
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Aayat Ali
A three story, red brick mansion surrounded by green trees, bushes, and grass.
Real Estate
Mansion Monday: Historic charm meets modern convenience
Take a trip inside this Richardsonian Romanesque Mansion Monday pick in the heart of Lexington’s Northside neighborhood.
March 23, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
A rendering of a new apartment complex with tan brick and white patios and accents, and ample parking.
Development
A new 280-unit multifamily apartment community coming to Lexington
We’re refreshing your memory on real estate developments of the past + sharing details about a new apartment community coming to Citation Boulevard.
March 20, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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City
Celebrate Earth Hour with 8 events around Lexington
The City of Lexington is celebrating Earth Hour Saturday, March 22 with 8 events including bike rides, hikes, and community clean ups.
March 20, 2025
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Molly Thompson
Five Kentucky Colonels posing for a picture inside of DV8 Kitchen's bakery, surrounded by baking equipment and fresh baked goods. One of the Colonels is using a wheelchair.
How to become a Kentucky Colonel
Everything you need to know about joining the Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels.
March 19, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
A Lextran bus waiting to pick up passengers from the station with the Abe Lincoln mural in the background.
City
Upgrades + updates coming to Lextran’s downtown terminal
Planned renovations will make it easier, safer, and more comfortable as you wait for your ride on Lextran’s 25 fixed routes.
March 18, 2025
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Molly Thompson
A green plastic composting bin hanging from a garden fence. In the background are several empty garden beds, waiting for plants.
Home Services
Lex composts: Get the dirt on going green
The Lexington Composter sale has everything you need to celebrate World Recycling Day and build sustainability in your home.
March 17, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks