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Kid-friendly activities around Lexington
We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that Lexington, KY has to offer — complete with art classes, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.
December 12, 2025 10:33 AM
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Aayat Ali
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Travel and Outdoors
What’s new at Woodland Park
December 9, 2022
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Airports and Transportation
Updates to the REAL ID
The REAL ID has been pushed back to 2025 and this is how it affects Kentuckians.
December 7, 2022
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Aaron Mikel
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Travel and Outdoors
Winter weather patios in Lexington, Kentucky
Cooler temperatures can’t keep Lexingtonians from enjoying their favorites food + drink at local establishments.
November 9, 2022
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Aaron Mikel
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Travel and Outdoors
Revisiting Chevy Chase’s Catalpa Road
Now is the time to visit one of Lexington’s most picturesque streets in the Fall — Catalpa Road.
November 4, 2022
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Molly Thompson
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Travel and Outdoors
Scary stories from the Bluegrass
The Bluegrass is world-famous for many things, but should it be known for its paranormal activitiy?
October 28, 2022
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Aaron Mikel
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Travel and Outdoors
Lexington’s Tree Canopy
City officials are in the midst of discussing how to improve Lexington’s tree canopy.
October 18, 2022
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Aaron Mikel
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Travel and Outdoors
The Gorge that almost wasn’t
At one point in its history, Kentucky’s Red River Gorge was almost intentionally flooded.
October 10, 2022
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Aaron Mikel
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Travel and Outdoors
Lexington Pumpkin Guide
A guide to five pumpkin patches near Lexington, KY. Plus activities like hayrides, playgrounds, and duck races.
October 7, 2022
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Travel and Outdoors
Bat Appreciation Month in Lexington, KY
To celebrate Bat Appreciation Month, we’ve rounded up some of the bats that can be found in Kentucky.
October 7, 2022
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Travel and Outdoors
Gather, sip, and connect ☕
Learn about the new community-building initiative, Coffee Outside Lexington.
October 5, 2022
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Molly Thompson
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Books written by authors with ties to Lexington
Whether you’re looking for your next leisure read, a book for the whole family, or a thrilling novel, we’ve got a list of books written by local authors in Lexington, Kentucky.
March 2, 2025
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Lexington’s most iconic landmarks
Consider these our Hollywood signs.
March 1, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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History
“Somewhere on Google Maps” in Lexington
We’re testing out this internet trend in our very own Horse Capital of the World.
February 28, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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Government
The urban county council wants to engage with you
The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council has launched a new platform that helps the public make their voices heard.
February 27, 2025
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Aayat Ali
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City
Explore history with VisitLex’s African American Heritage Tour
Enjoy a free, self-paced walking exploration of Lexington’s history thanks to the African American Heritage Tour by VisitLex.
February 26, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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Sports
Lexington to play host to 5 major sporting events this year
From basketballers to tennis pros, athletes will converge on the Horse Capital of the World to compete with the best of the best.
February 26, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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Arts
Become a part of The Lyric’s song
Add a brick to the Wall and Walk of Honor and join The Lyric Theatre & Cultural Arts Center’s long history of supporting the arts in Lexington.
February 25, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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Get to know your LEXtoday City Editors, Molly + Sam
Meet the two gurus behind LEXtoday and get pro tips for living large in Lexington straight from the horse’s mouth.
February 25, 2025
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Samuel Collins Hicks
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Travel and Outdoors
Winter gardening tips for Lexington, KY
How to prepare your garden and what to plant in the winter months.
February 24, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
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We’re celebrating Small Business Week, here’s how to join us
Join us at LEXtoday in celebrating the heart of our community, small businesses.
February 24, 2025
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Kristen Templeton