Brian Simms

2 weeks ago | kentucky.com | Brian Simms

A Lexington craft beer retailer and tasting bar is celebrating its 15th anniversary with special tappings, including one that has never been on draft in America. The Beer Trappe, which opened in 2010, is toasting its achievement May 5 to June 1 at the Chevy Chase neighborhood bar with 16 special beers on tap. The bar will have four highly sought-after craft beers on draft, owner Brett Behr said. But one keg in particular stands out.

2 weeks ago | kentucky.com | Brian Simms

2 weeks ago | miamiherald.com | Brian Simms |Janet Patton

READ MORE Click below to view more coverage from the Lexington Herald-Leader and Kentucky.com previewing the 151st Kentucky Derby to be held May 3, 2025, at Churchill Downs in Louisville. Expand All In our Uniquely Kentucky stories, Herald-Leader journalists bring you the quirky and cool, historic and infamous, beloved and unforgettable, and everything-in-between stories of what makes our commonwealth remarkable. Read more. Story idea? [email protected].

2 weeks ago | kentucky.com | Brian Simms

Teacher contracts these days aren’t just about fair pay and wages. While those certainly are important — especially to help districts recruit and retain educators — today, they include many provisions that make a huge difference for students. But in Fayette County, the 6,000 - 7,000 teachers and school staff don’t have a meaningful, independent voice to participate in decisions that directly affect students.

2 weeks ago | kentucky.com | Brian Simms