Aayat Ali

1 week ago | lextoday.6amcity.com | Samuel Hicks |Molly Thompson |Patrick Sidwell |Aayat Ali

Mayor Gorton released her proposed budget for fiscal year 2026 to city council on Tuesday, citing a “focus on efficiency” and an eye to the future as inspiration. Gorton mentioned the decision to merge city and county governments over 50 years ago as an example of Lexington’s ability to successfully plan for tomorrow. The complete budget totals $832.6 million, with a General Fund of $539.2 million from payroll + business taxes. The rest comes from several dedicated funds, as well as property taxes.

1 week ago | lextoday.6amcity.com | Samuel Hicks |Patrick Sidwell |Aayat Ali |Molly Thompson

Stately Wayne Manor isn’t complete without its Batcave, and this week’s Mansion Monday selection is no different. The sophisticated style of this 8,109-sqft home begins with its location on a half-acre lot inside the gated Ashford Oaks community. Combining elegance with efficiency, smart technology from Control4 Automation allows you to manage audio-visual equipment, lighting, internet networks, and security systems from the touch of a button.

3 weeks ago | lextoday.6amcity.com | Samuel Hicks |Patrick Sidwell |Aayat Ali |Molly Thompson

Governor Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency Wednesday morning in preparation for a four-day weather event. Kentuckians face possible tornadoes, hail, flooding, and strong winds during this spring storm. We’ve gathered the resources you need to safely weather a dangerously wet weekend. When the governor declares a state of emergency, the Kentucky National Guard is activated and state funding is made available for relief + response efforts.

3 weeks ago | lextoday.6amcity.com | Patrick Sidwell |Aayat Ali |Samuel Hicks |Molly Thompson

Starter your engines. Sourdough is soaring in popularity, even more than it was in 2020, according to Google Trends, and so is interest in making your own. If you’re among those baking some new habits into your life via flour and yeast, here are a few ways to get in on the action in Lexington:Keep your eyes peeled for classes hosted by UK’s Fayette County Extension Office.

3 weeks ago | lextoday.6amcity.com | Samuel Hicks |Aayat Ali |Molly Thompson |Sara Frazier

While it’s easy to get caught up in the fun + fast horses of Keeneland, it’s just as imporant to remember the good work the historic racetrack does for the people of Lexington. While you’re betting on the races, Keeneland is betting on LEX, supporting local and statewide organizations with gifts like:$250,000 to Kentucky Educational Television, establishing an endowment for original programming. $250,000 to Kentucky Historical Society to build an exhibits gallery.