Samuel Hicks

1 week ago | lextoday.6amcity.com | Samuel Hicks

With Derby Weekend officially in the rearview mirror and summer just around the corner, it’s time to head outside, get dirt under your nails, and start growing your garden. But if you’re anything like City Editor Sam, whose thumb is closer to gray than green, you might not know where to begin. That’s where Lexington Fayette Urban County Government’s Plant by Numbers program comes in. Plant by numbers is easy as 1-2-3.

1 week ago | lextoday.6amcity.com | Samuel Hicks

Music is in the air. The Lexington Philharmonic has released its 2025-2026 season, a celebration of homegrown talent, diversity, and musical history. Conducted by Music Director Mélisse Brunet, the 64th season will take LexPhil from Josephine Sculpture Park to the Lexington Opera House and everywhere in between. This season, LexPhil continues the proud tradition of appearing onstage with local musicians. Part of the 250Lex celebrations, the Concert for Lexington on Sunday, Sept.

1 week ago | lextoday.6amcity.com | Samuel Hicks

Nothing says summer quite like a bucket of popcorn, a frosty soda, and a blockbuster movie. Lexingtonians have flocked to the Kentucky Theatre’s Summer Classics series for nearly 30 years, and this year’s lineup of 16 cinema masterpieces continues the tradition. Beginning Wednesday, May 21, film fanatics can enjoy a specially selected movie every Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. and 7:15 p.m., with tickets starting at $6.50. Tickets are on sale now, so find your favorite films and snag your seats.

2 weeks ago | lextoday.6amcity.com | Samuel Hicks

Small Business Week is here, and we’re gearing up to spread the local love. We’ve partnered with some of Lexington’s small businesses to celebrate the folks who make up the backbone of our local economy. From Sunday, May 4 to Saturday, May 10, you can expect Q+As with local entrepreneurs that shine a light on what it’s like being a part of the Horse Capital of the World’s small business community. We have something special for our readers, too.

2 weeks ago | lextoday.6amcity.com | Aayat Ali |Samuel Hicks

While the Keeneland Spring Meet is already in the rearview mirror, Lexington isn’t quite ready to rein in horse-racing season. Grab your hats, fascinators, and julep cups — LEX explore our roundup of Kentucky Derby events in the Horse Capital of the World: | Bluegrass StockyardsEnjoy an evening of music, food, and auctions to support Coaches for Kids. The event takes place 5:30 p.m.-11:30 p.m. + tickets start at $100.