Profiles

Small Business Saturday

Founded in 2010 by American Express, Small Business Saturday aims to drive traffic to local boutiques, shops..

Outfit of the Week: Fire and Ice

Wrap tops and dresses have been all the rage for decades upon decades, and they're hotter now..

Winter Fresh Skincare

The winter months can be hard on our skin, and force us to up our daily routines..

Outfit of the Week: Autumn Abstract

Wrap tops and dresses have been all the rage for decades upon decades, and they're hotter now..

Patti LaBelle’s Sweet Potato Pie

PATTI’S FAVORITE PIE DOUGH 1 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup chilled butter-flavored vegetable shortening 1/2 cup..

In Season: Sweet Potatoes

Picture a sweet potato. Go on, close your eyes and do it. It’s probably got brown skin..

OOTW: Spooky Season

If you are anything like us, once autumn officially hits, we are more than ready for spooky..

OOTW: The Power of Pink

October isn't just for ghosts and goblins, it is also the month for all things pink. Breast Cancer..

Be a Tourist in Your Own State

Kentucky is an incredible tourism destination; on that, its residents all agree. But for those of us..

How to Support Local Arts

TEN easy ways to support local artists, arts organizations and creators in our community to ensure a healthy..

OOTW: Seeing Stars

This month we're seeing stars-quite literally everywhere! Stars have always been a popular symbol, but maybe never..

Mr. HVAC Announces its 15th Anniversary Ribbon Cutting

Mr. HVAC will be hosting its 15th Anniversary Ribbon Cutting ceremony at 1157 Commercial Drive Lexington, KY..

OOTW: Posh Pearls

From Coco Chanel to Prince, pearls have been a one of the most refined ways to showcase..

OOTW: Pretty Peplum

This look showcases a SheIn top that retails for under $15! This woven peplum design comes in an allover pinstriped..

Bluegrass Families First Announces 2024 Jean Sabharwal Award

Bluegrass Families First (BFF) is pleased to share that the 2024 Jean Sabharwal Award nominations are open..

OOTW: Let There Be White

For us the peplum trend has never gone out of style; in fact, we think it is more..

OOTD: Beguiling Bandanas

With the crazy heat not going anywhere any time soon, shorts season is still in full effect...

OOTD: Plum On Over

With the crazy heat not going anywhere any time soon, shorts season is still in full effect...

Let the Yard Games Begin!

It’s hard to believe that we’re nearing the end of summer. With back to school season comes..

Bette Davis Eyes

As the saying goes, eyes are the window to the soul - so why not make them..

Downtown Details: What You Need to Know

Every August, we bring you the latest on what’s going on in Lexington’s bustling downtown. From updates..

5 Local Legends You Should Know

William McConnell If we’re talking about famous figures in Lexington’s history, it’s only fair to start with the..

Recipes: Summer Casseroles

Strawberry Dump Cake 21 oz. canned strawberry pie filling 1 1/2 c. strawberries, sliced 1 box white cake mix 1/2 c...

In Season: Tomatoes

Kentucky Tomato Sandwich Tomato Salt White bread Mayonnaise Slice tomato nice and thick, then lightly salt. If you haven’t already eaten the slice..

Chasing Waterfalls

Though TLC warned us not to, we can’t help but seek out the incredible beauty of these..

10 Things Southerners Simply Can Not Stand

Folks in the South are known for their genial demeanor; after all, “Southern hospitality” is a phrase that..

Historic Beauty in Bourbon County Restored to Perfection

Nestled in the rolling green pastures of Bourbon County, Hunterton Farm at Woodlawn sits in all its glory..

No Straps, No Problems

Clothing can be complicated, especially when it comes to the barely-there clothing of summer days like backless..

Easy Exterior Facelifts

Pergola These garden and deck features offer a lot of beauty. The open framework of the top can..

Kids Fun Projects for the Summer

Summertime for kids is the perfect escape and opportunity to do all of their favorite things outside!..

Meet Stephanie Gilmore

Recognized for fine art portraits of distinction, Stephanie Gilmore specializes in photographing babies, children, families, high school..

FANtastic Fans

It’s easy to overlook the impact your ceiling fan has on your home’s décor. After all, you..

Peach Sips

Peach Bellini 1 peach, peeled and diced 8 fresh raspberries 1/2 c. water 1 bottle Prosecco, chilled    In a blender, puree peach,..

Pickleball in Kentucky

A cross between ping pong, badminton, and tennis, pickleball is a fun, easy-to-learn game that can be..

In Season: Peaches

Peach Cobbler 1/2 c. unsalted butter 1 c. all-purpose flour, sifted 2 c. sugar, divided 1 T baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt 1..

Yew Dell Botanical Garden Announces New Nursery & Greenhouse

Crestwood, KY – Yew Dell Botanical Gardens announces a new manager for their plant production as the..

Central Kentucky Youth Orchestras

What started out as a Lexington music teacher’s dream in 1947 is now celebrating the huge milestone..

NAWBO 2023 EPIC Award Winners

The National Association of Woman Business Owners (NAWBO) Kentucky Chapter honored high-achieving women business owners and advocates..

In Season: Avocado

Avocados are widely considered a superfood, as they offer tons of vitamins and minerals, including potassium, folate..

Cocktails and Mocktails

Watermelon Agua Fresca 4 c. watermelon, seeded and cubed 1/2 c. water 1/4 c. sugar fresh mint leaves limes or lemons   Puree watermelon..

Lexington Fashion Collaborative

Founded in 2009 by a group that originally included fashion designer and community activist Soreyda Benedit Begley,..

On Trend: Flower Frogs

If you love fresh flowers in your home, flower frogs are your best friend – and no,..

DIYs to Try

Interior design has become a home to the creative-inspired. Simple walls and white furniture have become a..

20 Questions: Jack Pattie

What is your name? Jack Pattie, John Richardson Pattie Where were you born? Lexington KY Who are your Mom and Dad? Dorothy..

Shave It Off

As an office of mostly women, and somewhat opinionated women at that, we have to admit that..

Cocktail Rooms

The latest house trend takes one of our favorite home staples – the home bar – and..

Somethin' to Talk About

“Let’s  give ‘em somethin’ to talk about…” Whenever you get a group of people together, it can..

In Season: Asparagus

Asparagus Salad 1/2 lb. asparagus 15 oz. can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 carrot, peeled and chopped 5 radishes, sliced 1 Persian..

Who's Ready for Summer?

Who’s ready for summer? Registration now open for Lexington Parks & Recreation 2023 summer camps! Registration is now..

DLP Board of Directors Appoint Executive Director

Lexington, KY – Downtown Lexington Partnership (DLP) Board of Directors have announced that Allen McDaniel has been named..

Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Accredits 42 Organizations

For immediate release: November 10, 2022: (Lexington, KY): The Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance announced today that 42 Thoroughbred aftercare..

PetVet365

At PetVet365, pets run to greet their veterinarian. Just ask Fenway. Fenway, 9-year-old orange Tabby cat, was terrified to visit..

US Poet Laureate Ada Limón

When Lexington-based poet Ada Limón was asked to participate in a Zoom call on June 1st, she..

The Desk Set

Tips for bringing your personality to your workspace! One-third of your life. That’s how much it’s been estimated that the..

How to: Style your Bar Carts

1) Use ingredients When thinking of ways to add detail to your bar cart display, look no further than..

Fall Wine

While we love sipping wines all year, there's no time quite like late summer as it transitions into..

Backyard Camping

Pitching a tent in the backyard, pulling out an old radio and telling ghost stories under the stars… backyard..

Hose or No? Decoding the Modern Office Dress Code

Dressing for the modern office has become a bit of a question mark. What used to be..

The Lost Art of Good Manners

If you feel like good manners have gone the way of the dodo, you’re not wrong; in..

Monthy Must-Haves: August

This month's must-haves cover everything from a stylish and comfy pair of athletic kicks to a disco-worthy..